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Patrice Lumumba: Congo’s Revolutionary Martyr
Patrice Lumumba was a distinguished Pan-African politician who served as the first Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after the country gained independence. Lumumba was well-connected in both professional and social circles; however,
Marcus Garvey: The Black Moses
Marcus Garvey was a prominent figure in Black nationalism and Pan-Africanism, whose ideology, known as Garveyism, continues to influence African pride and unity. Garvey championed the back-to-Africa movement, advocating for the empowerment of Africans and
Reparations to Africa: Action not Words (rerun)
Calls for reparations have come at a time where weve seen the Head of State be removed in Barbados and the returning of looted items like Benin Bronzes, Patrice Lumumbas tooth and skulls stolen during the Namibian genocide. In this episode we look at th
Unravelling the Black Tax
In this episode, we explore the term Black Tax, originating in South Africa, to describe the financial support provided by black individuals to their families.Examining its roots, we navigate its historical context, cultural and emotional burdens, and it
Repatriating African Artefacts
90-95% of Africas cultural heritage is held overseas, with Benin Bronzes languishing in museum basements all over the world for around 125 years. the British Museum containing over 73,000 items from the continent alone. Asante Royal artefacts sit at the
From Nigeria to Morocco: The Making of No U-Turn
We're joined by Ike Nnaebue, a celebrated filmmaker and cultural entrepreneur based in Nigeria. We discuss his documentary No U-Turn, a personal journey through a popular migration route from Lagos, Nigeria to Tangier, Morocco with the aims of reaching Eu
Queen Nanny of the Maroons
Queen Nanny, also known as Nanny of the Maroons, is Jamaica's only female national hero. This episode delves into the struggles and triumphs of the Maroons - enslaved people who gained freedom and formed their own communities. The British faced significan
Diamonds Unveiled: Who owns Botswana?
Botswana was one of the worlds poorest countries at independence highly dependent on their former coloniser and beef exports. In 1967, De Beers geologists found diamond bearing deposits, changing Botswana's trajectory. The nation had the fastest growin
The Scramble for Cobalt (rerun)
In this episode, we delve into the world of cobalt, a critical material in the production of rechargeable batteries, especially Lithium-ion batteries that power our everyday devices such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, and electric vehicles. We explore