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Into Africa

Fearless music activists. Savvy tech entrepreneurs. Social disrupters. Into Africa shatters the narratives that dominate U.S. perceptions of Africa. Host Mvemba Phezo Dizolele, Africa program director... Read more

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It’s a Woman’s World

It’s a Woman’s World

From Sudanese protest icons to top political posts in Ethiopia, Liberia, and beyond, women are rising rapidly to the hel... Read more

26 Jul 2019

33mins

Ranked #2

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Where’s the “Poll” in U.S. Policy?

Where’s the “Poll” in U.S. Policy?

Should polling shape U.S. policy decisions in Africa? Emmanuel Gyimah-Boadi (Afrobarometer), Christopher Fomunyoh (Natio... Read more

27 Jun 2019

35mins

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The Future of African Studies

The Future of African Studies

Africa plays a major role in world affairs and will gain in prominence in the coming decades. How should the U.S. suppor... Read more

20 Feb 2020

38mins

Ranked #4

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There’s No One-Size-Fits-All Transition

There’s No One-Size-Fits-All Transition

Supporting political transitions from military to civilian rule in Africa requires consistent engagement, international ... Read more

14 Jun 2019

36mins

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Bringing African Legislatures Back In

Bringing African Legislatures Back In

How have African legislatures evolved and how do they shape political competition across the continent? Ken Opalo (Georg... Read more

6 Feb 2020

30mins

Ranked #6

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In Courts We Trust?

In Courts We Trust?

What is the role of the courts in ensuring that elections are free and fair? Are African courts becoming more independen... Read more

5 Mar 2020

33mins

Ranked #7

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The Beautiful Game’s Soft Power

The Beautiful Game’s Soft Power

As African national teams battle it out on the pitch in Cairo, Host Judd Devermont (CSIS Africa Program Director) is joi... Read more

11 Jul 2019

32mins

Ranked #8

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Updating the Coup Playbook

Updating the Coup Playbook

How do coup d'etats unfold in sub-Saharan Africa? Host Judd Devermont (CSIS Africa Program Director) sits down with expe... Read more

30 May 2019

35mins

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Work in the Age of Covid-19

Work in the Age of Covid-19

How will the Covid-19 pandemic affect the future of business, trade, and investment in sub-Saharan Africa? How important... Read more

28 May 2020

43mins

Ranked #10

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Viruses and VEOs

Viruses and VEOs

How will the Covid-19 pandemic affect African governments’ ability to respond to violent extremism in the region? Will g... Read more

14 May 2020

35mins

Ranked #11

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The Shape of Africa to Come

The Shape of Africa to Come

Experts project that the next few years will be pivotal for Africa's growth and influence. What policies should African ... Read more

30 Apr 2020

37mins

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Never, Ever, Explain Satire

Never, Ever, Explain Satire

Can humor be leveraged to spark political change? Bruce Wharton (former U.S. Ambassador to Zimbabwe), James Wan (African... Read more

16 Apr 2020

39mins

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In Hot Water

In Hot Water

Rising temperatures across the globe will have profound consequences for Africa’s oceans and the people that are depende... Read more

3 Apr 2020

34mins

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Partner of Choice

Partner of Choice

African militaries are working with the U.S., China, Russia, and others in order to address their security concerns. In ... Read more

19 Mar 2020

32mins

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City of Immigrants

City of Immigrants

Most migrants stay in Africa, settling in a neighboring country rather than traveling to Europe. How is this shaping dem... Read more

23 Jan 2020

39mins

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Finding Our Own Champions

Finding Our Own Champions

Local LGBT rights advocacy groups continue to form across the African continent. How can international advocates and pol... Read more

9 Jan 2020

32mins

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A Love-Hate Relationship With African Print

A Love-Hate Relationship With African Print

African prints are wrapped up in complicated issues around gender, tradition, and commerce. How do these dynamics affect... Read more

12 Dec 2019

30mins

Ranked #18

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Bobi Wine and the Making of a President

Bobi Wine and the Making of a President

In this special anniversary episode, Ugandan musician and opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi (aka. Bobi Wine), joins ho... Read more

26 Nov 2019

31mins

Ranked #19

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The Russia-Africa Show in Sochi

The Russia-Africa Show in Sochi

With the conclusion of the first-ever Russia-Africa Summit in Sochi, how should the U.S. respond to Russia’s return to A... Read more

14 Nov 2019

33mins

Ranked #20

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Where’s Your Digital ID?

Where’s Your Digital ID?

What role does digital identity play in unlocking Africa’s economic potential? Host Judd Devermont sits down with Magdi ... Read more

31 Oct 2019

24mins

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