Straight Talk Africa - VOA Africa

Straight Talk Africa - VOA Africa


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US Officials Visit Africa & Migrants Flee 'Surge in Racism' in Tunisia - March 15, 2023
March 15, 2023

On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visits to Ethiopia and Niger this week. Later this month, U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will tour Ghana, Tanzania and Zambia. Als

International Women’s Day & Online Violence Against Women - March 08, 2023
March 08, 2023

On this episode of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests look at online violence against women. Also, as the world marks International Women's Day, international model and philanthropist Noella Coursaris-Musunka talks about her work edu

Nigerians React to Tinubu's Election Victory & Long-Term Impact of Russia-Ukraine War - March 01, 2023
March 01, 2023

On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, Haydé Adams and her guests discuss the Nigerian presidential elections following the declaration that ruling party candidate Bola Tinubu won the disputed race. Also, in this episode, as Russia's war in Ukraine ente

Nigerian Elections & African Union Summit - February 22, 2023
February 22, 2023

On the next Straight Talk Africa, Haydé Adams takes an in-depth look at Nigeria’s presidential and parliamentary elections coming up on Saturday, Feb. 25 amid a fragile security situation, widespread corruption and a young electorate yearning for change.

Black History Month & The Benin Bronzes: Why Repatriation Matters - February 15, 2023
February 15, 2023

On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams looks into the significance of Black History Month in the United States. We'll examine why many educators say Black history is under threat. Plus, we'll discuss what repatriating artwork looted fro

US State of the Union Address & African Governance - February 08, 2023
February 08, 2023

On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams and her guests discuss U.S. President Joe Biden’s first State of the Union address during which he outlined his domestic and foreign policy priorities. Plus, what does the African Governance Index

Pope Francis Visits DRC, South Sudan & US Re-engages With Africa - February 01, 2023
February 01, 2023

On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, guest host Vincent Makori will discuss Pope Francis' visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo and South Sudan. We will also discuss the significance of the recent visits to Africa by U.S. diplomats. Guests include

Nigeria's Upcoming Election & US Strengthening Africa Partnerships - January 25, 2023
January 25, 2023

Today on Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams will discuss the upcoming elections in Nigeria scheduled for the end of February as insecurity persists in the country. Plus, U.S. Ambassador to the U.N. Linda Thomas-Greenfield will travel to Ghana, Mozambi

US Treasury Secretary Travels to Africa & Mishandling of US Classified Docs - January 18, 2023
January 18, 2023

On this edition of Straight Talk Africa, host Haydé Adams discusses U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen’s three-nation tour of Africa. We'll also discuss the growing concern over the alleged mishandling of classified government documents by U.S. Presiden

Ethiopia’s Future & Unlocking Opportunities for Women-owned Businesses in Africa - January 11, 2023
January 11, 2023

On Straight Talk Africa, guest host Vincent Makori looks at Ethiopia’s future and the country’s prospects for peace. Plus, we have a conversation with Pamela Coke-Hamilton, executive director of the International Trade Center. Our other guests include VOA