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Fearless music activists. Savvy tech entrepreneurs. Social disrupters. Into Africa shatters narratives that dominate U.S. perceptions of Africa. With the world’s youngest population, the decisions made across Africa today—good or bad—will shape the world’s future. Featuring in-depth interviews, the CSIS Africa Program sits down with policymakers, journalists, academics, and other trailblazers in A... more

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With the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) renewed through 2028, the United States has an opportunity to rethink its economic relationship with Africa. While U.S.-Africa trade has not kept pace with the growth of China-Africa trade, African c... more

As leaders gather in New York for the 81st session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Africa sits at the center of many of the world's most consequential debates, from peace and security to climate, development, and global governance.

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As Nigeria prepares for its 2027 elections, the country faces a critical test. Trust in electoral institutions is weakening, young voters are increasingly disillusioned, and demands for accountability are growing louder. These challenges extend beyon... more

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Africa’s economic future will be shaped in part by the movement of people, skills, and labor across the continent. Yet migration remains one of the most debated and politically sensitive issues in Africa and around the world, raising questions about ... more

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Recent Guests

Bitania Tadesse
Policy Specialist for Africa at the International Peace Institute
International Peace Institute (IPI)
Episode: Africa at the UN: Voice or Leverage?
Amanda Bisong
Policy expert on migration, labor mobility, trade, and regional integration
Policy expert
Episode: Africa on the Move: Migration, Labor Mobility, and Integration
Daniel Yu
Founding partner of the Africa Jobs Fund; co-founded Wasoko
Africa Jobs Fund / Wasoko
Episode: Africa on the Move: Migration, Labor Mobility, and Integration
Janine Anthony
Award-winning broadcaster; founder of LadiesMarch; first African female commentator to lead at a major men's tournament
LadiesMarch; BBC World Service
Episode: It's More Than Just A Game: Africa at the Men’s World Cup and the Women’s AFCON
Chibuogwu Nnadiegbulam
Journalist with the International Sports Press Association; editor with LadiesMarch
LadiesMarch
Episode: It's More Than Just A Game: Africa at the Men’s World Cup and the Women’s AFCON
Chikwe Ihekweazu
Executive Director of WHO Health Emergencies Programme
World Health Organization
Episode: Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, Executive Director, WHO Health Emergencies Programme: Ebola outbreak in Ituri, Congo "a perfect storm."
Jakkie Cilliers
Chairman of the Board and Head of the African Futures Program at the Institute for Security Studies (Pretoria, South Africa)
Institute for Security Studies
Episode: Africa at the Center: Power, Partnership, and the Future Global Order
Olajumoke Ayandele
Dr. Olajumoke Ayandele, counterterrorism and human security expert
Acled, Armed Conflict Location and Event Data Project
Episode: Old Playbooks, New Threats: Africa’s Evolving Security Landscape
Peter Bofin
Researcher focusing on conflict dynamics in Mozambique and broader insecurity trends in Africa
Acled
Episode: Old Playbooks, New Threats: Africa’s Evolving Security Landscape

Host

Oge Onubogu
Host with expertise in Africa policy and CSIS Africa Program work

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 300 ratings
  • Voices of imperialist apologists

    Podcast Addict
    2
    RuminatingStoic
    2 months ago
  • Sound Quality

    Great guests and interesting topics! I’d love to listen to this podcast more but, in all honesty, I find the sound quality much too tinny and hard to enjoy over a long period of time. Is there any possibility to invest in a better recording set up?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    MachameMachame
    United States2 years ago
  • Much Potential

    The host is both knowledgeable and an excellent communicator. The topics covered, unfortunately, tend to be disappointing, in my view. Personally, I’d be more interested in hearing more about how African countries and regions are evolving. Where are the bright spots and where are the problems. Where are they politically and economically; and how should our policy change to meet their unique needs. I can go elsewhere for topics like culinary.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    RJG179
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent show tackling tough matters fairly

    I listen to this podcast to learn more about an area that is under and misrepresented all the time in the news and social media. I feel I get fair and honest coverage from this podcast and always leave having learned something and wanting to do more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnnui
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Show

    Mvemba is well researched and prepares well for his shows. He’s got great insights and knowledge. He also has great interviewing skill, which makes the shows to flow. My favourite podcast to date.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Baby Ora
    South Africa4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Audience praises credible, data-driven discussions across diverse Africa-related topics.
Some listeners request longer episodes or deeper topic dives.
Thoughtful, nuanced analysis with strong guest selection.

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#198
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#62
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#140
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#172
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#220
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Africa at the UN: Voice or Leverage?
Q: Is Africa's challenge today a lack of voice or a lack of leverage?
The guest argues that Africa has grown from a largely absent voice to a large voting bloc with a continental framework, but faces practical constraints like financing, capacity, and the fragmentation of multilateral processes that impede turning voice into leverage.
Africa at the UN: Voice or Leverage?
Q: What feels genuinely different about this UNGA from an African perspective?
Bitania explains that the UNGA is happening against turbulence in global events and within the UN, and emphasizes the importance of informal conversations, side events, and bilateral engagements at the margins of the official program as critical avenues for advancing Africa's priorities.
Africa on the Move: Migration, Labor Mobility, and Integration
Q: Why is labor mobility important for Africa's economic future?
Mobility, when paired with skills development and regional opportunities, can align youth labor supply with demand, create Pan-African teams, and unlock regional value chains necessary for large-scale industries, while remittances can boost domestic development.
Africa on the Move: Migration, Labor Mobility, and Integration
Q: What is the biggest disconnect between migration discussions and the evidence on the ground?
The conversation often centers on political narratives and security concerns, while data shows most movement is intra-African and that migrants contribute positively to economies; policy needs to reflect these realities rather than scapegoating migrants.
It's More Than Just A Game: Africa at the Men’s World Cup and the Women’s AFCON
Q: What would you like to see in the next four years to prepare for 2030?
Sustained growth with failure-facing but persistent preparation, more tune-up games, improved coaching and coaching education, investment in grassroots coaches, and stronger pipelines for players into national teams.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Into Africa

What is Into Africa about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A rigorous, policy-forward series that features high-caliber guests from think tanks, government, CSOs, and academia to unpack Africa's political, economic, and social shifts. Episodes frequently tackle governance, security, health, development aid, migration, and regional integration, often with a strong emphasis on African agency and practical policy implications. Notable strengths include global-facing guest diversity, data-driven analysis, and a willingness to critique traditional aid models while spotlighting local leadership and resilience. Listeners are likely policymakers, researchers, and professionals seeking nuanced, up-to-date perspectives on Africa's changing role in global affairs.

What stands out: frequent collaborations wit... more

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1. Bitania Tadesse
2. Amanda Bisong
3. Daniel Yu
4. Janine Anthony
5. Chibuogwu Nnadiegbulam
6. Chikwe Ihekweazu
7. Jakkie Cilliers
8. Olajumoke Ayandele

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