Podcast
African News Review
Hosted by Adesoji Iginla with Milton Allimadi & Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq. · EN
For long the story of the hunt has glorified the hunters, now the lions have decided to reframe the narrative. Africa talks back.
With African News Review, you can expect engaging discussions and thought-provoking insights into
📌 The Scramble for Africa :Unraveling the European Colonial Divide
📌 African Leaders Who shaped History : Stories of Courage and Vision
📌 Pan Africanism : ideologies and Impact on Unity and Identity
📌 Decolonisation and the Birth of African Nations
📌 The Cold War in Africa: Proxy Battles and their Aftermath
📌 Contemporary Africa : Navigating Challenges and Embracing Opportunities.
📌 Books on Africa and African on the continent and the Diaspora.
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EP 6 Who Killed Lumumba | Who Owns Our Memory | Who Controls Our Story | African News Review 🌍
Mar 2201:09:46Tap to summarizeIn this episode of African News Review, Adesoji Iginla, alongside Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli Esq., examines four of this week's major geopolitical stories in the Western Media shaping Africa’s global position.🔴 LUMUMBA TRIAL (RFI) — Belgium edges toward accountability, but where is Washington? The CIA's documented role in Lumumba's assassination remains completely absent from Western coverage. 🔴 NIGERIA IN SVALBARD (The Guardian) — Nigeria becomes the first African country to deposit records in the Arctic World Archive, a Norwegian preservation vault 300 metres beneath a mountain. A genuine act of cultural agency — or a sign that African nations still cannot trust their own institutions to hold their own histories? Who owns the data? Who controls access?🔴 SKY NEWS ARABIA & SUDAN (The Telegraph) — Sky News is cutting ties with its UAE partner after its channel allegedly whitewashed genocide in Darfur. Satellite imagery confirmed mass civilian killings. 🔴 ZIMBABWE'S WHITE FARMERS & TRUMP (BBC) — Ageing white farmers whose land was seized under Mugabe hope Trump's Washington will pressure Zimbabwe into honouring a $3.5bn compensation deal. Takeaways *Colonial land theft and reparations*The assassination of Patrice Lumumba and Belgium's role*Zimbabwe's land reform and debt strategy*Media propaganda and narrative control in Africa*Sanctions and economic warfare against African nationsChapters00:00 Introduction and Panel Introduction01:12 Cesar Chavez Controversy and Cultural Impact03:58 Patriarchy and Commodification of Women05:39 US-Iran Relations and Global Energy Politics06:06 AfroMan's Legal Victory and Police Accountability08:33 Iran's Role in Global Politics09:38 Nigeria's State Visit and Political Dynamics11:17 Zimbabwe's Land Compensation Debate19:07 Colonial Legacy and Land Ownership Issues30:41 Trial of Belgian Diplomat for Lumumba's Assassination33:23 The Legacy of Patrice Lumumba36:06 The Aftermath of Colonial Violence39:04 The Spiritual Significance of Body Desecration44:45 Nigeria's Archives in the Arctic53:46 Media Manipulation and Genocide DenialSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.
Transcribe →EP 5 Is Africa Under Watch | Kenyan Beauty Standards Shift | Are African Migrants in Harm's Way | African News Review 🌍
Mar 1501:01:07Tap to summarizeIn this episode of African News Review, Adesoji Iginla, alongside Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq, discusses various pressing issues affecting Africa and the African diaspora. We unpack the latest political upheavals, migration crises, and technological developments impacting Africa today. This discussion offers critical insights into African sovereignty, societal shifts, and the continent's evolving relationship with global powers.Takeaways *The political implications of Netanyahu's rumours and succession*UK government's Epstein file fallout impacting diplomatic leadership and internal party shifts*The impact of the Strait of Hormuz closure on Sudanese conflict dynamics*African migrants' safety amid the Gulf missile crises*Africa’s ongoing struggle with neo-colonial economic dependence and the limitations of regional policies*Africa’s surveillance expansion and human rights concerns*The resurgence of body positivity and Western beauty ideals in Kenya*The rise of weight-loss culture and its cultural roots*The cultural shift towards Western beauty standards in Kenya, driven by influencers and global media*The influence of neo-colonial economic policies and debt dependency*African sovereignty and the presence of Chinese infrastructure projects*The rapid expansion of Chinese surveillance tech across Africa and its risks to freedoms*Diplomatic repercussions of the American Ambassador's remarks on South Africa’s judicial position.Chapters00:00 - Intro and panellist greetings02:00 - Netanyahu's whereabouts and regional security implications04:30 - UK Epstein file fallout and political shifts09:00 - Gulf missile crisis and African migrant safety13:00 - Rise of AI surveillance in Africa and human rights concerns17:00 - Cultural shifts: Western beauty influence and weight loss trends in Kenya23:00 - Africa's neo-colonial dependency and economic policies30:00 - Chinese investments and infrastructure projects in Africa36:00 - US diplomatic tensions with South Africa and global geopolitics43:00 - Reflections on African self-love and body positivity47:00 - Wrap-up and closing remarksSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.
Transcribe →EP 4 Slave Trade Justice and Africans Fighting in Ukraine | African News Review 🌍
Mar 801:11:15Tap to summarizeIn this episode of African News Review, Adesoji Iginla, alongside Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq, discusses various pressing issues affecting Africa and the African diaspora. The in-depth discussions covered African political developments, international relations, and efforts to secure historical reparations. The panel analyse recent elections, US sanctions on Rwanda, and Ghana's push for UN acknowledgement of the slave trade, providing critical insights into Africa's geopolitical landscape.Takeaways*African elections and political shifts*Ghana's initiative for UN acknowledgement of the slave trade*US sanctions on the Rwandan military and how it impacts regional peace*Historical context of African leaders' struggles and sacrificesChapters00:00 Introduction and Panel Introduction01:04 Primary Elections and Political Dynamics03:22 Epstein Case and Political Implications05:42 Iran's Political Manoeuvring07:55 Ghana's UN Resolution on Slave Trade10:55 Ghana's Leadership in Reparations Discussion16:34 African Mercenaries in Ukraine22:15 Historical Parallels and Modern Exploitation28:30 Congo Mining Tragedy and Systemic Issues41:22 The Hidden Toll of Calamity42:30 US Sanctions on Rwanda: A Shift in Policy46:43 The Impact of US Foreign Policy on Rwanda50:05 The Fear of Separation from the West53:43 Lessons from African Leaders57:40 International Women's Day and Women's Rights01:02:20 Community Support and ActivismSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.
Transcribe →EP 3 US Refugee Plan for Afrikaners | Zambia Aid Controversy I African News Review 🌍
Mar 101:11:18Tap to summarizeIn this episode of African News Review, Adesoji Iginla, alongside Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq, discusses various pressing issues affecting Africa and the African diaspora. It also explores themes such as the significance of Women's History Month, the impact of media control, and the legacy of Kwame Nkrumah. The speakers addressed the geopolitical implications of war with Iran, local grassroots movements, and the importance of indigenous knowledge. They also address issues of health aid exploitation, US refugee policy, and the historical context of neocolonialism in Africa. The discussion emphasises the need for Africa to reclaim its narrative and resources while advocating for self-determination and empowerment.Takeaways*The significance of Women's History Month highlights ongoing struggles against patriarchy.*Media control shapes public perception and influences global narratives.*Kwame Nkrumah's legacy remains relevant in discussions of African unity and identity.*Indigenous knowledge systems offer valuable insights for contemporary challenges.*Health aid agreements often come with exploitative conditions for African nations.*The geopolitical landscape is complex, with historical ties influencing current conflicts.*Grassroots movements can challenge established political structures and bring about change.*The importance of reclaiming African narratives in the face of neocolonialism.*US refugee policies reflect underlying racial dynamics and historical injustices.*Empowerment and self-determination are crucial for Africa's future.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Current Events Overview02:17 Impact of Global Conflicts on Local Communities05:57 Media Influence and Information Control06:54 Cultural Reflections through Film09:10 Geopolitical Dynamics in the Middle East10:37 Grassroots Political Movements11:45 Iran's Political Landscape and Regional Implications18:39 Legacy of Kwame Nkrumah and Pan-Africanism32:59 Colonial Archives and Control of Information35:47 The Digital Divide and Control of Information37:03 The Role of African Youth in Technology39:21 Investing in African Talent and Resources41:24 The Importance of Indigenous Knowledge45:38 Exploitation in Health Aid Agreements50:19 The Dilemma of Data Sharing and Resource Access53:38 Indigenous Healing and Self-Sufficiency57:22 The Future of African Leadership and Governance01:02:47 The Politics of Refugee PoliciesSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.
Transcribe →EP 2 US–South Africa Tensions Escalate | Rubio’s Munich Speech | Africa in the New Cold War | African News Review PODCAST 🌍
Feb 2200:58:29Tap to summarizeIn this episode of African News Review, Adesoji Iginla, alongside Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq, discusses various pressing issues affecting Africa and the African diaspora, including the political landscape in Texas, controversial education policies, systemic decay in politics, the implications of Prince Andrew's arrest, and Marco Rubio's recent speech. They also highlight women's contributions to history and address the exploitation and safety of women in Africa. The conversation emphasises the need for political reform and accountability, as well as the importance of recognising and celebrating women's roles in society.Takeaways*The political landscape in Texas is shifting with significant voter turnout.*Education policies in Texas are under scrutiny for potential censorship.*Systemic decay in the political system is becoming increasingly evident.*The arrest of Prince Andrew raises questions about accountability.*Marco Rubio's speech reflects a troubling historical perspective.*The analysis of Rubio's speech reveals significant flaws in reasoning.*Africa's role in global politics is crucial and often overlooked.*Women's contributions to history are frequently erased and need recognition.*The exploitation of women in Africa is a pressing issue that requires attention.*Safety and protection of women in Africa must be prioritised.Chapters00:00 Introduction to African News Review01:58 Political Landscape and Primaries in Texas05:38 Controversial Education Policies in Texas08:01 Systemic Decay and Political Accountability11:35 Arrest of Prince Andrew and Its Implications15:57 Marco Rubio's Speech and Historical Context22:06 Analysis of Marco Rubio's Speech28:57 The Role of Africa in Global Politics34:34 Women's Contributions to History45:08 Exploitation and Safety of Women in AfricaSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.
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