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Every Wednesday, Haydé Adams discusses “what’s now and what’s next for Africa.” Straight Talk Africa goes behind the headlines to analyze the news and emerging trends shaping African societies. The show covers the diverse stories and insights of Africans from across the continent and in the diaspora, using social media to make the show's content more accessible, and bring our audience's views and questions into the conversation.    Broadcast Schedule  Straight Talk Africa is broadcast every Wednesday from 1830-1930 UTC/GMT simultaneously on radio, television, the Internet and on social media platforms.     Join the Discussion  Find us on Facebook  Follow us on Twitter  Watch us on YouTube    Contact Us:  E-mail africatv@voanews.com    Postal Mail  Voice of America  TV to Africa - Suite 1613  330 Independence Avenue, S.W.  Washington, D.C. 20237  USA

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    Refugee Crisis: The Largest Since WWII & The Road Ahead for IMF and Africa - June 22, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 59:28


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams discusses the intensifying refugee crisis. Plus, we'll have a discussion with the International Monetary Fund's African Division director, Abebe Selassie. Other guest include Jan Egeland, secretary-general of the Norwegian Refugee Council, Edward Rwema, VOA Central Africa Service reporter and Henry Ridgwell, reporter from VOA's London bureau.

    IMF Concerned Over Africa Debt and Ukraine Crisis Impact - June 22, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 3:19


    IMF officials have raised red flags over debt amassed by Africa resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic and argue that economies continue suffering amid food and fuel shortages stemming from the war in Ukraine. For more VOA spoke with the Director of the African department at the IMF, Abebe Selassie

    Nigeria Catholic Church Shooting & US Gun Control Debate - June 15, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2022 59:28


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, guest host Peter Clottey discusses the massacre at a Catholic church in southwestern Nigeria and the attack on a Texas school in the United States that killed nearly two dozen children and teachers. Guests include Yetunde Odugbesan-Omede, professor of Global Affairs and Politics at Farmingdale State College, and Scott Sterns, VOA Western U.S. bureau chief.

    Tensions Escalate Between DRC and Rwanda - June 08, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2022 59:12


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, guest host Vincent Makori explores the growing tensions between Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo. Guests include Kwezi Mngqibisa, research fellow at the University of Johannesburg, Claude Gatebuke, executive director of African Great Lakes Action Network and reporters Anasthasie Tudieshe and Eugene Unimana.

    Africa's Response to Climate Change - June 01, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 1, 2022 59:29


    Today on Straight Talk Africa, Haydé Adams and her guests explore the effects of climate change in Africa and some initiatives underway to mitigate it. Also on the show, we will show two Voice of America documentaries: “Invisible Enemy” which explores climate change and migration in the Sahel and “Wetland Warrior” that documents the transformation of a polluted dumping site in Kenya to a serene bird-watching hub.

    Denis Mukwege on Ending Rape as Weapon of War & Impact of US Abortion Debate on Africa - May 25, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2022 59:29


    Today on Straight Talk Africa, Haydé Adams talks with renowned gynecologist and Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Dr. Denis Mukwege about his new book, “The Power of Women: A Doctor's Journey of Hope and Healing.” Dr. Mukwege, who champions the rights of women caught up in armed conflicts, speaks about his global campaign to end the scourge of sexual violence and rape as a weapon of war. We will also look at the impact of the abortion debate in the United States on countries in Africa and other parts of the world.

    Challenges Facing Somalia's New President & The Impact of Social Media Influencers on African Elections - May 18, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, Haydé Adams discuss the challenges ahead for the newly elected president of Somalia. President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud will face chronic problems such as an ongoing drought, fighting al-Shabab and the country's troubled federal system. We also looks at the role social media influencers play in the upcoming elections in Kenya and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

    The First ICC Trial on Darfur Crimes & Food and Gas Prices Spike in Africa - May 11, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams discusses the International Criminal Court trial of Ali Kushayb, the alleged Janjaweed leader accused of committing war crimes during Sudan's conflict in Darfur that began in 2003. Plus, we look at the challenges some African countries face as prices for food and energy skyrocket due to Russia's war in Ukraine.

    The First ICC Trial on Darfur Crimes & Food and Gas Prices Spike in Africa - May 11, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams discusses the International Criminal Court trial of Ali Kushayb, the alleged Janjaweed leader accused of committing war crimes during Sudan's conflict in Darfur that began in 2003. Plus, we look at the challenges some African countries face as prices for food and energy skyrocket due to Russia's war in Ukraine.

    Yoweri Museveni: In His Own Words and A Discussion About Governance in Uganda - May 04, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, guest host Peter Clottey brings you more from his exclusive interview with President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda. Plus, we reached out to Ugandans who disagree with how the president has ruled the country since coming to power in 1986.

    Yoweri Museveni: In His Own Words and A Discussion About Governance in Uganda - May 04, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, guest host Peter Clottey brings you more from his exclusive interview with President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda. Plus, we reached out to Ugandans who disagree with how the president has ruled the country since coming to power in 1986.

    Is press freedom under threat worldwide? & Will we see a new Non-Aligned Movement? - April 27, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, we spotlight the growing threat on media freedoms around the world and in Africa ahead of World Press Freedom Day. We'll also discuss the war in Ukraine, which has placed some African countries at odds with the Western nations.

    Is press freedom under threat worldwide? & Will we see a new Non-Aligned Movement? - April 27, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, we spotlight the growing threat on media freedoms around the world and in Africa ahead of World Press Freedom Day. We'll also discuss the war in Ukraine, which has placed some African countries at odds with the Western nations.

    What Does It Take for Africa's Youth to Run for Political Office? - April 20, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 59:28


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss what it takes for young people to run for political office in Africa. Guests include Ayisha Osori, director of the Executive Vice President's Office at Open Society Foundations, Temi Ibirogba, sub-editor at The Republic, Maria Byrd, a correspondent for Channels TV and international affairs analyst Calvin Dark.

    What Does It Take for Africa's Youth to Run for Political Office? - April 20, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2022 59:28


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss what it takes for young people to run for political office in Africa. Guests include Ayisha Osori, director of the Executive Vice President's Office at Open Society Foundations, Temi Ibirogba, sub-editor at The Republic, Maria Byrd, a correspondent for Channels TV and international affairs analyst Calvin Dark.

    Unlocking the Promise of Africa's Free Trade Zone - April 13, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss what it takes to unlock to promise of Africa's free-trade zone. Our guests include Wamkele Mene, Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area, Val Okaru-Bisant, CEO and founder of Afrocosmo Development Impact, Frank Samolis, co-chair of the International Trade Practice Group at Squire Patton Boggs and Natasha Kimani, strategy and research lead at Africa No Filter.

    Unlocking the Promise of Africa's Free Trade Zone - April 13, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss what it takes to unlock to promise of Africa's free-trade zone. Our guests include Wamkele Mene, Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area, Val Okaru-Bisant, CEO and founder of Afrocosmo Development Impact, Frank Samolis, co-chair of the International Trade Practice Group at Squire Patton Boggs and Natasha Kimani, strategy and research lead at Africa No Filter.

    Unlocking the Promise of Africa's Free Trade Zone - April 06, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss what it takes to unlock to promise of Africa's free-trade zone. Our guests include Wamkele Mene, Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area, Val Okaru-Bisant, CEO and founder of Afrocosmo Development Impact, Frank Samolis, co-chair of the International Trade Practice Group at Squire Patton Boggs and Natasha Kimani, strategy and research lead at Africa No Filter.

    Unlocking the Promise of Africa's Free Trade Zone - April 06, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss what it takes to unlock to promise of Africa's free-trade zone. Our guests include Wamkele Mene, Secretary General of the African Continental Free Trade Area, Val Okaru-Bisant, CEO and founder of Afrocosmo Development Impact, Frank Samolis, co-chair of the International Trade Practice Group at Squire Patton Boggs and Natasha Kimani, strategy and research lead at Africa No Filter.

    Security in West Africa & Meet the USADF: Engaging Africa Through Its People - March 30, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss the Russian mercenary organization Wagner Group and security in West Africa. Guests include Ivory Coast Prime Minister Patrick Achi, Travis Adkins, the president and CEO of U.S. African Development Foundation and Nathaniel Powell, analyst at Oxford Analytica.

    Security in West Africa & Meet the USADF: Engaging Africa Through Its People - March 30, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss the Russian mercenary organization Wagner Group and security in West Africa. Guests include Ivory Coast Prime Minister Patrick Achi, Travis Adkins, the president and CEO of U.S. African Development Foundation and Nathaniel Powell, analyst at Oxford Analytica.

    What Attracted African Students to Ukraine? - March 23, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss why so many African students were studying in Ukraine. What's next for thousands of international students who are fleeing the country amid Russia's invasion? Plus, we discuss reversing Africa's "brain drain.” Our guests include former President of Mauritius Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, Abena Boaitey-Sowah, educational consultant at CW Education and Career Services, Anesu Masube, founder of Opportunities for Zimbabweans and Dr. Nesochi Okeke-Igbokwe, physician and medical media expert.

    What Attracted African Students to Ukraine? - March 23, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss why so many African students were studying in Ukraine. What's next for thousands of international students who are fleeing the country amid Russia's invasion? Plus, we discuss reversing Africa's "brain drain.” Our guests include former President of Mauritius Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, Abena Boaitey-Sowah, educational consultant at CW Education and Career Services, Anesu Masube, founder of Opportunities for Zimbabweans and Dr. Nesochi Okeke-Igbokwe, physician and medical media expert.

    Ukraine in Crisis: Will Sanctions Stop Russia? - March 16, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 59:30


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss the war in Ukraine. How effective are international sanctions against Moscow and how will they affect African countries? Guests include Philip Crowther, a correspondent for the Associated Press, Myroslava Gongadze, VOA's Eastern Europe chief, J. Peter Pham, Distinguished Fellow at the Atlantic Council, Mimi Kalinda, CEO and co-founder of Africa Communications Media Group and Moustafa Bayoumi, a professor at Brooklyn College, City University of New York.

    Ukraine in Crisis: Will Sanctions Stop Russia? - March 16, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2022 59:30


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss the war in Ukraine. How effective are international sanctions against Moscow and how will they affect African countries? Guests include Philip Crowther, a correspondent for the Associated Press, Myroslava Gongadze, VOA's Eastern Europe chief, J. Peter Pham, Distinguished Fellow at the Atlantic Council, Mimi Kalinda, CEO and co-founder of Africa Communications Media Group and Moustafa Bayoumi, a professor at Brooklyn College, City University of New York.

    The Brink of a New World Order? - March 09, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss the war in Ukraine. Could Russia's aggression create a new world order? Guests include Steve Herman, VOA chief national correspondent, David Monda, a professor at City University of New York and Yetunde Odugbesan–Omede, a professor at Farmingdale State College.

    The Brink of a New World Order? - March 09, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss the war in Ukraine. Could Russia's aggression create a new world order? Guests include Steve Herman, VOA chief national correspondent, David Monda, a professor at City University of New York and Yetunde Odugbesan–Omede, a professor at Farmingdale State College.

    What Does It Take for Africa's Youth to Run for Political Office? - March 02, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss what it takes for young people to run for political office in Africa. Guests include Ayisha Osori, director of the Executive Vice President's Office at Open Society Foundations, Temi Ibirogba, sub-editor at The Republic, Maria Byrd, a correspondent for Channels TV and international affairs analyst Calvin Dark.

    What Does It Take for Africa's Youth to Run for Political Office? - March 02, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss what it takes for young people to run for political office in Africa. Guests include Ayisha Osori, director of the Executive Vice President's Office at Open Society Foundations, Temi Ibirogba, sub-editor at The Republic, Maria Byrd, a correspondent for Channels TV and international affairs analyst Calvin Dark.

    Russia and China in Africa - February 23, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss the impact of Russia and China's presence in Africa. Guests include Salem Solomon, lead editor of the Real Time News Desk at Voice of America, and Phiwokuhle Mnyandu, lecturer of African Studies at Howard University.

    Russia and China in Africa - February 23, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss the impact of Russia and China's presence in Africa. Guests include Salem Solomon, lead editor of the Real Time News Desk at Voice of America, and Phiwokuhle Mnyandu, lecturer of African Studies at Howard University.

    Urban Development and Informal Settlements - February 16, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests look at "informal" [non-planned, non-approved] housing and explore how targeted urban planning can improve living conditions. Guests include Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, the mayor of Freetown, Sierra Leone, Buwa Binitie, a property developer in Washington D.C. and urban economist Astrid Haas.

    Urban Development and Informal Settlements - February 16, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 16, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests look at "informal" [non-planned, non-approved] housing and explore how targeted urban planning can improve living conditions. Guests include Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, the mayor of Freetown, Sierra Leone, Buwa Binitie, a property developer in Washington D.C. and urban economist Astrid Haas.

    COVID-19 in Africa: Virus, Variants, and Vaccines - February 09, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2022 59:28


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams brings you a special town hall program on the current state of affairs in the fight against COVID-19 and what is needed for African nations to respond, recover and rebuild. Guests include Mo Ibrahim, founder and chair of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, Phionah Atuhebwe, vaccines introduction medical officer at WHO Africa, Dr. Ahmed Ogwell Ouma, deputy director of Africa CDC, Shabir Madhi, dean of the health sciences faculty at University of of Witwatersrand, Dr. Tsion Firew, assistant professor of Emergency Medicine at the Columbia University Medical Center and Aloysius Uche Ordu, director of Africa Growth Initiative at Brookings Institution.

    COVID-19 in Africa: Virus, Variants, and Vaccines - February 09, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2022 59:28


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams brings you a special town hall program on the current state of affairs in the fight against COVID-19 and what is needed for African nations to respond, recover and rebuild. Guests include Mo Ibrahim, founder and chair of the Mo Ibrahim Foundation, Phionah Atuhebwe, vaccines introduction medical officer at WHO Africa, Dr. Ahmed Ogwell Ouma, deputy director of Africa CDC, Shabir Madhi, dean of the health sciences faculty at University of of Witwatersrand, Dr. Tsion Firew, assistant professor of Emergency Medicine at the Columbia University Medical Center and Aloysius Uche Ordu, director of Africa Growth Initiative at Brookings Institution.

    The Future of Finding Work in Africa - February 02, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 59:27


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests look at the future of finding work in Africa. Her guests include Amolo Ng'weno, CEO of BFA Global, economist Eyerusalem Siba and Veda Sunassee, executive director of Africa Leadership University.

    The Future of Finding Work in Africa - February 02, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2022 59:27


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests look at the future of finding work in Africa. Her guests include Amolo Ng'weno, CEO of BFA Global, economist Eyerusalem Siba and Veda Sunassee, executive director of Africa Leadership University.

    The #MeToo Effect on Africa's Women - January 26, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams takes a look at the effect of the #MeToo social movement on women in Africa. Guests include Audrey Kawire Wabwire, media manager at Human Rights Watch, Naasu Fofanah, an author and women's rights activist and Rosebell Kagumire, editor of AfricanFeminism.com

    The #MeToo Effect on Africa's Women - January 26, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams takes a look at the effect of the #MeToo social movement on women in Africa. Guests include Audrey Kawire Wabwire, media manager at Human Rights Watch, Naasu Fofanah, an author and women's rights activist and Rosebell Kagumire, editor of AfricanFeminism.com

    The Life and Legacy of Desmond Tutu & Interview With New AU Ambassador to US - January 19, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 59:28


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams takes an in-depth look at the life and legacy of the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Plus, Africa sends a new envoy to Washington. Guests include Allan Boesak, a South African cleric, politician and anti-apartheid activist and Hilda Suka-Mafudze, the Africa Union ambassador to the U.S.

    The Life and Legacy of Desmond Tutu & Interview With New AU Ambassador to US - January 19, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 19, 2022 59:28


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams takes an in-depth look at the life and legacy of the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu. Plus, Africa sends a new envoy to Washington. Guests include Allan Boesak, a South African cleric, politician and anti-apartheid activist and Hilda Suka-Mafudze, the Africa Union ambassador to the U.S.

    Urban Development and Informal Settlements - January 12, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 59:33


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests look at "informal" [non-planned, non-approved] housing and explore how targeted urban planning can improve living conditions. Guests include Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, the mayor of Freetown, Sierra Leone, Buwa Binitie, a property developer in Washington D.C. and urban economist Astrid Haas.

    Urban Development and Informal Settlements - January 12, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2022 59:33


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests look at "informal" [non-planned, non-approved] housing and explore how targeted urban planning can improve living conditions. Guests include Yvonne Aki-Sawyerr, the mayor of Freetown, Sierra Leone, Buwa Binitie, a property developer in Washington D.C. and urban economist Astrid Haas.

    The Return of African Heritage to the Continent - January 05, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss the significance of European and U.S. museums returning African art and objects looted during colonial times. Guests include Ndubuisi C. Ezeluomba, an African art curator at New Orleans Museum of Art, Dan Hicks, professor and author of “The Brutish Museums” and Oluwatoyin Sogbesan, a cultural historian and curator.

    The Return of African Heritage to the Continent - January 05, 2022

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2022 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss the significance of European and U.S. museums returning African art and objects looted during colonial times. Guests include Ndubuisi C. Ezeluomba, an African art curator at New Orleans Museum of Art, Dan Hicks, professor and author of “The Brutish Museums” and Oluwatoyin Sogbesan, a cultural historian and curator.

    The Changing Face of Africa's Diaspora - December 29, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and guests take a look at the history of African diaspora communities in the United States and Latin America. Guests include Calvin Dark, global affairs analyst at RC Communications, Barbara Santos, multimedia journalist for VOA Portuguese and Johanna Leblanc, national security law and foreign policy analyst.

    The Changing Face of Africa's Diaspora - December 29, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and guests take a look at the history of African diaspora communities in the United States and Latin America. Guests include Calvin Dark, global affairs analyst at RC Communications, Barbara Santos, multimedia journalist for VOA Portuguese and Johanna Leblanc, national security law and foreign policy analyst.

    The Best of Straight Talk Africa - December 22, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams brings you the best interviews from the show in 2021. Featured are conversations with Aya Chebbi, a youth activist, Abdi Nageeye, Tokyo Olympics silver medalist, Elizabeth Wathuti, a climate change activist, Sangu Delle, CEO of Africa Health Holding and Johnny Miller, photographer of Unequal Scenes.

    The Best of Straight Talk Africa - December 22, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 22, 2021 59:29


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams brings you the best interviews from the show in 2021. Featured are conversations with Aya Chebbi, a youth activist, Abdi Nageeye, Tokyo Olympics silver medalist, Elizabeth Wathuti, a climate change activist, Sangu Delle, CEO of Africa Health Holding and Johnny Miller, photographer of Unequal Scenes.

    Africa 2021: The Year in Review - December 15, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 59:30


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and a guest panel review the top stories from Africa in 2021 from COVID-19 vaccine drives and coup attempts to economic recovery and advancements in culture and technology. Guests include Patsy Widakuswara, VOA's White House bureau chief, Vincent Makori, managing editor of VOA's Africa 54, Emira Woods, a pan-African strategist, VOA Portuguese reporter Mayra De Lassalette and VOA French to Africa reporter Arzouma Kompaore.

    Africa 2021: The Year in Review - December 15, 2021

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 59:30


    On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and a guest panel review the top stories from Africa in 2021 from COVID-19 vaccine drives and coup attempts to economic recovery and advancements in culture and technology. Guests include Patsy Widakuswara, VOA's White House bureau chief, Vincent Makori, managing editor of VOA's Africa 54, Emira Woods, a pan-African strategist, VOA Portuguese reporter Mayra De Lassalette and VOA French to Africa reporter Arzouma Kompaore.

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