Africa to the World

The Comeback: Navigating life's twists and turns

We've been gone for a while dealing with LIFE! This thing ain't easy. But we're back and picking up right where we left off. Let's call this Season 2 Part B.. Listen in to find out what's been keeping us busy and what we have planned going forward. PS: If you're wondering which episodes on depression we're talking about please stayed tuned. We hadn't uploaded them here (hides). You can catch those, particularly the episode by T and Ta on youtube https://youtu.be/6xxNyqA45g8?si=r6F1blDUA_DRjthi

Establishing healthy eating practices: A conversation on "going traditional" with Mai Benjie

In 2022's last episode of Africa to the World, Yvonne and Shami sit down with Mai Benjie to talk about her health journey and how she got to a point where "going traditional", i.e. embracing traditional/organic foods saved her life. She tells of how she went from uncontrollably high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, debilitating arthritis and back pain, and a BMI which considered her obese, to now living an active and fulfilling life with all these conditions under control. If you've been considering taking your health a little more seriously, this is your sign! Have a listen and join the conversation on our Facebook page @yvonneandshami

Harnessing Indigenous Knowledge for Good Health in Africa and Beyond

In this episode, Shami is joined by Rumbi Trish Chitsa and Dr Michael Bhebhe in a conversation on the use of traditional foods, fruits and herbs. The trio touch on various issues including unravelling the idea of certain traditional foods being viewed as "poor man's food", yet they have been eaten for centuries in the country and are in fact highly nutritious. Rumbi and Dr Mike also share on the work they have been involved in as far as increasing people's knowledge and use of traditional foods is concerned. You can check out a list of Dr Mike's publications here: https://ww5.msu.ac.zw/member/mr-michael-bhebhe/ and his latest publication on treating respiratory ailments here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1474706522001255 To listen in on the Iron Deficiency Symposium:  https://fb.watch/gQXWdiOY1e/

Girls can do it too! : Harnessing the power of education

In this episode, Yvonne and Shami chat to Dr. Faith Chipo Zengeni about her educational journey, right down from her pre-school days of playing pretend as a teacher, to her high school days of being in the "last class", and finally her current standing as a lecturer and PhD holder. Dr. Faith shares on the power of determination, believing in yourself and partnering with God to accomplish the dreams He has placed on your heart. She also sheds a light on the value of education as a 'safety net' which provides self-awareness, exposure, enlightenment and confidence. Listen in and join the conversation on our Facebook page @yvonneandshami

Partnering in Purpose

In this episode Yvonne and Shami sit down with Andrew and Comfort of AndyComfy Love Demystifiers to talk about partnering in purpose. They share about their love for helping couples make it as well as how they have built a fulfilling marriage where they can both grow and thrive. Listen in and join the conversation on our Facebook page @yvonneandshami