21st Century Podcast for Africans
Rwanda's story is nothing short of extraordinary. Three decades ago, it was the site of one of the most horrifying genocides of the 20th century. Today, it stands as one of Africa's most stable, economically vibrant, and internationally engaged nations.But beneath the glowing headlines lies a more complicated reality—one shaped by strict political control, regional tensions, and the ever-present influence of its long-time leader, Paul Kagame.How did Rwanda rebuild so rapidly? What price has been paid for stability? And what does its future hold in an increasingly fragile region?00:01:00: Reference to episode 0700:02:05: History from 199400:02:28: Economic transformation, women's empowerment, reconciliation00:04:18: Paul Kagame00:04:45: Kagame's leadership00:06:0: Rwanda and Congo00:07:00: How is Rwanda Shaping Africa#Rwanda #Congo #Africa #Culture #Millennials #Society #Education #Paul KagameA chat with a Rwandan #7Website hereInstagramRead this on the blog post
Let's look at The Dahomey Empire, its strengths, weaknesses, the Agojie warriors, the transatlantic slave trade and how the empire failed00:00:20: Introduction00:01:30: Dahomey's founding00:02:00: How the warrior kingdom was built00:02:45: The Agojie00:03:45: Dahomey's involvement in the transatlantic slave trade00:05:00: The beginning of the decline00:05:15: Wars with the French00:05:55: Dahomey's current influenceWebsite hereInstagramhttps://www.boa-soft.com
The Ghana Empire, also known as Wagadou or the Kingdom of Ghana, was a powerful West African empire that flourished from the 6th or 7th century CE until 1235 CE. Located in the western Sudan savannah region (modern southern Mauritania and Mali), it became wealthy through its control of trans-Saharan trade routes and gold production, earning it the nickname "Land of Gold". The empire's capital, Koumbi Saleh, was a large city with an estimated population of 15,000 to 20,000 people, featuring wells, irrigated fields, and significant structures like a mosque and public square. At its height between the 9th and 11th centuries CE, the Ghana Empire's influence extended across a vast territory, but it eventually declined due to factors such as drought, civil wars, and the rise of rival powers like the Amoravids and the Mali Empire. 00:55:06: Where was the Ghana empire?00:01:50: What made Ghana great? Gold and Salt00:03:00: Koumbi Saleh and the fall of Ghana00:03:20: Amoravids invasion, 1076 AD00:04:30: Rise of the Mali Empire00:04:30: Rise of the Mali Empire00:05:40: Decrease in resources00:06:00: The decline of Ghana#Ghana #GhanaEmpire #Africa #Culture #Millennials #Society #EducationTimbuktu and Mansa Musa #13 Website hereInstagram
How is the United States recent actions going to affect the world and what is next for African countries that receive AID.Also, read find blog post for this episode here article linkWebsite hereInstagramhttps://www.boa-soft.com
Let's look at The Aksumite Empire, how it shaped trade around Meditteranean, and how it adopted Christianity before most African empires 00:00:50: Introduction 00:01:20: Aksum's story 00:02:00: Trade and Wealth 00:03:05: Aksumite Stelae 00:04:00: Aksum adopts Christianity 00:04:50: Aksum and Bysantine Empire 00:05:00 The Fall of Aksum 00:05:40 The Fall of Aksum Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft.com For you Little P!
Here is another episode, Millennial Africans! Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft.com
Hello Millennial Africans. Happy New Year! In this episode I talk about a few things 1. 2025 events so far 2. Predictions for the year - State of DEI - Far right governments - Artificial intelligence - Wars around the world - Investments (not advice) 3. Podcast in 2025 - Interviews coming soon Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft.com
Let's look at how Shaka Zulu transformed a small clan into a Kingdom 00:00:30: Introduction 00:01:20: Who are the Zulu and who is Shaka Zulu? 00:02:00: Shaka Zulu's rise to power 00:03:00: Innovations and Zulu transformation 00:04:00: Leadership style and effects on wider southern Africa 00:05:00: Anglo - Zulu war 00:05:50: Cultural impacts and traditions 00:06:10:Shaka Zulu's legacy 00:06:30: Lessons learned Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft.com
Joy, togetherness and love are the root of these celebrations. But before we begin let's hear some interesting Christmas traditions from around the world. 1. The Festive Feasts 2. Church and Caroling with a Twist 3. The Sacred and the Spiritual: The Golden Calf in Ethiopia 4. Japan's Finger-Lickin' Christmas 5. Roller-Skating to Church in Venezuela 6. The Yule Goat of Sweden Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft.com
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#Songhai #Mali #Timbuktu #AskiaTheGreat #Africa #Culture #Millennials #Society #Education Website here Instagram
Join Acquah Baiden and David Agyeman Duodu for this week's episode as we explore events worldwide. Some of the top news from around includes a new suspicious outbreak in DR Congo that has killed 79 people, and an Arsenal Fan who was shot dead while celebrating the win over Manchester United Show timeline below 00:02:00: Australia approves social media ban for children under 16 00:05:00: South Korea's 2-hour martial law 00:09:45: United Healthcare CEO killed 00:14:30: Niger junta takes control of French uranium mine 00:18:00: Namibia's first female president 00:20:45: Unknown flu-like disease kills 79 people in DR Congo 00:23:45: Ugandan Arsenal fan shot and killed while celebrating win over Manchester United Website here Instagram https://www.boa-soft.com
Talking about The Nok Civilization as part of our forgotten African civilisations. 00:00:22: Introduction 00:00:40: Why are the Noks important? 00:01:20: Who were the Nok? 00:01:30: Terracotta sculptures 00:02:00: Nok Iron, and their daily lives 00:02:30: Nok architecture 00:04:14: Significance of sculptures 00:03:40: As seen in African art today 00:04:00: What happened to them 00:04:55: What can we learn from the Nok #Nok #NokArt #Africa #Culture #Millennials #Society #Education Website here Instagram
Talking about The kingdom of Benin as part of our forgotten African civilisations. 00:25:00: What is The Kingdom of Benin known for? 00:55:50: What did they do? 00:01:20: Benin's history and leadership. 00:02:10: Benin's art, bronzes as we know them 00:03:10: Benin's economic power 00:03:40: Benin's part in the transatlantic slave trade 00:04:14: What happened to The Kingdom of Benin? 00:05:00: The lessons #Benin #BeninBronzes #Africa #Culture #Millennials #Society #Education Website here Instagram
Join us for this week's episode as we explore the dynamic landscape of global elections. In our feature segment, we uncover intriguing insights into the elections taking place around the world in 2024. Next, we turn our focus to Ghana, where the countdown to the December 7 elections is heating up. We will analyze the key candidates vying for the presidency: current Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and former President John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). We'll assess their campaign strategies, public reception, and the critical issues shaping voter sentiment, including economic challenges and inflation. Finally, we'll share our predictions on who might emerge victorious in this pivotal election. Tune in for an engaging discussion that promises to shed light on the electoral processes and political dynamics at play! Website here Instagram
Talking about the Great Zimbabwe civilisation as part of our forgotten civilizations in Africa. 00:55:06: Who were the Great Zimbabwe? 00:01:50: What did they symbolize 00:02:00: It's influence 00:02:30: What happened? 00:03:00: Why is this fascinating 00:03:15: What can we leave from them #Zimbabwe #Africa #Culture #Millennials #Society #Education Website here Instagram
In this episode, we explore the fascinating civilizations that flourished along the Nile River, focusing on their cultures, traditions, and technological advancements. 00:00:00 - 00:01:05: Introduction The Nile River's role in shaping ancient civilizations Overview of the episode's content 00:01:06 - 00:02:50: The Nile Valley and Ancient Egypt The Nile's impact on agriculture and settlement patterns Development of irrigation systems and flood prediction Ancient Egyptian social structure: Pharaohs, nobility, and commoners Significance of the Nile in Egyptian religion and culture Technological achievements: hieroglyphics, papyrus, and monumental architecture 00:02:51 - 00:04:30: The Nubian Civilization Comparison of Egyptian and Nubian civilizations Legacy of Nile Valley cultures on world history 00:00:00 - 00:01:05: Introduction 00:01:06 - 00:02:50: The Nile Valley and Ancient Egypt 00:02:51 - 00:04:30: The Nubian Civilization Website here Instagram
Our weekly look at events around the world. Trump won the United States Presidential Elections. Elon Must, J.D Vance, Peter Thiel and other winners. What decided the elections according to exit polls? We also talk about what is next for the United States. Website here Instagram
00:01:06: Why Arent We Aware? 00:01:36: Nok Civilization 00:02:24: The Kingdom Of Kush 00:03:19: Carthaginian Empire 00:04:04: Great Zimbabwe 00:04:54: Mali Empire 00:05:45: Benin Kingdom 00:06:37: What Happened To Them? Website here Instagram
Our weekly look at events around the world 00:00:10: Intro 00:00:47: Our Week 00:01:52: Attacks In Bamako, Mali 00:06:16: Russian's Satellite Deal With Juntas 00:09:55: Ghana's Gender Equity Law 00:13:57: Sri Lanka's New Anti-Corruption President 00:18:35: Olaf Scholz Beats AFD In Regional Elections, Germany 00:22:04: Wins And Failures Website here Instagram
00:02:00: African Movies in the 90s 00:02:49: Ewaju 00:04:41: Current State 00:05:31: Opportunities for investment Website here Instagram
00:04:05: South African Tourists 00:07:14: Trump Assassination 00:10:51: Sean 'Diddy' Combs Arrested 00:13:20: Germany's Immigration Border Checks 00:20:05: Exploding Hezbollah Pagers 00:26:20: Wins & Failures Website here Instagram
Lesley's work as an architecture is an example of how we can mitigate the impacts of colonization. The Colonial Legacy and its Impacts don't get discussed as often as why African countries can't develop. Let's look at some of the economic legacies of colonization. Website here Instagram
The Colonial Legacy and its Impacts don't get discussed as often as why African countries can't develop. Let's look at some of the social legacies of colonization. Website here Instagram
The Colonial Legacy and its Impacts don't get discussed as often as why African countries can't develop. Let's look at some of the economic legacies of colonization. Website here Instagram
The Colonial Legacy and its Impacts don't get discussed as often as why African countries can't develop. Let's look at some of the social legacies of colonization. Website here Instagram
Examining the recent history of Libya and it's current state Website here Instagram
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Help me begin to explore parenting the African dad style. Website here Instagram
2023 has seen the most deaths of migrants on the mediterranean. Here is how the mass migration is changing the social, economic and political landscape of Europe. Website here Instagram
2023 has seen the most deaths of migrants on the mediterranean. Here are some facts, and a brief discussion on why it is important for us to pay attention. Website here Instagram
Were we right about the coupes in Africa? Website here Instagram
Will mineral-rich underdeveloped countries ever be developed? We look at the effects of the electronics supply chain on the Democratic Republic of Congo and discuss if there is any way out. Website here Instagram
We examine the Prosper Africa Build Together Campaign. What does it mean, what will change, who benefits and how does it affect millennial Africans? These are some of the issues we discuss Website here Instagram
We are back with more conversations as we learn, explore, and examine events that influence life as a Millennial African. Let me know what you think in the attached poll. Stay curious, stay engaged & stay tuned!! Website here Instagram
This episode is my perspective on the travel bans imposed on sub-Saharan African countries because of the omicron covid-19 variant.
David and I discuss a CNN article that suggests coups are on the rise we Africa. We touch on the history of coups in Africa, some recent coups and why some people decide to take over power using military action Reference Article here
David and I look back on the April 2020 predictions for the Covid-19 pandemic. We examine each of the 10 predictions.
David and I talk about the millennial African's need to blow (gain wealth and success while still young), the drivers of the quest and how some people are actually achieve if this
This is the second part of the short series on the Belgian king and his rule of the Congo Free State
I have a conversation with David on superstitions, and curses and how Millennial Africans relate to them.
One of three episodes that is going to help us understand events that characterized and shaped the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Starting our journey to time. This episodes is the first of many episodes on historical events that have influenced and shaped the world as we know it. Enjoy!!
Had a guest today join me as we discussed our views of some events in the last 2 months. Some of which are protests around the world including the #EndSARS movement in Nigeria. We end it with misinformation ahead of the USA elections and some brief comments on events in the Congo
Using Patrice Lumumba as a case study. I examine how western influences has shaped the development of countries in Africa. References https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YS_cLaHdwY 'https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaoRaS3pr3k' https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-22006446 https://www.theguardian.com/global-development/poverty-matters/2011/jan/17/patrice-lumumba-50th-anniversary-assassination
This episode talks about the great city Timbuktu. How it became one of the greatest in African history and it’s significance to Africa’s Islamic, academic and cultural development References. https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2012/11/british-have-invaded-90-percent-countries-earth/321789/ https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/7590/648005e155c1de7f5660666547091df4615a.pdf http://128.171.57.22/bitstream/10125/100472/Rasmussen_Valancy_r.pdf https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/resources/idt-sh/war_in_the_desert
This is my book review on the novel Ghana Must Go written by Taiye Selasi. Book is well thought through and research was really well done. Listen to why I recommend the book. Oh and correction. In the Ga Language twins are 2 boys, Oko (older) & Akwete (younger boy). For 2 girls the names are Akwele & Akuorfor and for a boy and girl Oko & Akwele. References. https://www.ted.com/talks/taiye_selasi_don_t_ask_where_i_m_from_ask_where_i_m_a_local#t-470041
Millennial Africans, born, raised or schooled abroad are increasingly moving back to the motherland to work. My guest Rumbi is one such people and in this episode we talk about her journey to making the decision to do so
Black Lives Matter Resource https://t.co/5Ej2herza1. References. Sir John Hawkings http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/british/abolition/slavery_business_gallery_11.shtml Plantations (Settlements of Colonies) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Plantation_(settlement_or_colony) ‘Defund the NYPD’? What’s Really in the New York City Police Department Budget https://www.gothamgazette.com/city/9475-defund-the-nypd-whats-in-new-york-city-police-department-budget-de-blasio
The Black Lives Matter Movement demand all of our involvements. If you can protest peacefully, have the conversation with someone, donate, share resources on social media, support black owned businesses and help in any other way you can so our voices can be heard. Stay true and stay positive. We shall come out victorious. #BlackLivesMatter. References. Black face Chinese actors https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d8ehjt-ZH_o&t=40s Africans evicted from their homes in Chinese city. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvN4WHBhnoo
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