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The Africa Report

Primedia Broadcasting
Mozambique
Sudan
Democratic Republic Of the Congo
Rwanda
M23
Kenya
Democratic Republic Of Congo
Nigeria
Ghana
South Africa
African Union
Cameroon
Senegal
United States
Zambia
Uganda
SADC
Zimbabwe
Goma
Africa

Crystal Orderson brings news from the continent.

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Latest Episodes

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Zimbabwean mixed martial arts fighter Nicholas Hwende about his return to the global stage in Almaty, Kazakhstan, for BRAVE CF 105, where he will once again challenge for the world title at the end of May.

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Ray white speaks to Dr Adeoye Akinola, Head of Research and Teaching at the Institute for Pan-African Thought and Conversation at the University of Johannesburg about the latest deadly escalation in Mali. The country was rocked by intense fighting as... more

Bongani Bingwa speaks with Kenneth Kgwadi, Political Scientist and Research Fellow at the Middle East Africa Research Institute, about a landmark United Nations General Assembly resolution led by Ghana. The resolution declares the transatlantic slave... more

Ray White speaks to Henico Schalekamp, CEO HLB CBS Group about how zero tariffs could reshape Africa-China trade.

702 Breakfast with Bongani Bingwa is broadcast on 702, a Johannesburg based talk radio station.

Bongani makes sense of the news, i... more

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Adi Oye Akinola
Associate professor at the Department of Politics and International Relations, University of Johannesburg
University of Johannesburg
Episode: The Africa Report: Defence Minister killed as Mali faces major security escalation
Kenneth Huadi
Political scientist and research fellow at the Middle East Africa Research Institute
Middle East Africa Research Institute
Episode: The Africa Report: Ghana’s UN Resolution on Transatlantic Slavery
Henico Schalekamp
Group Chief Executive Officer
HLB CBS Group
Episode: The Africa Report: The China-Africa trade leap
Duncan McLeord
Tech Central editor
TechCentral
Episode: The Africa Report: Starlink hits regulatory roadblock
Lebo Mashile
Poet and storyteller
The Moth (Johannesburg events)
Episode: The Africa Report: The Moth returns celebrating African stories
Dr. Nompumelelo Nyati Mohohlwane
Director of the Reading Directorate at the National Department of Basic Education
Department of Basic Education (South Africa)
Episode: The Africa Report: Focus on literacy in the classroom
Cindy Swamzamo
Director and Global President for the Circle of Business Women
Circle of Business Women
Episode: The Africa Report: Why uterine health must be central to Africa’s development
Koffi Kouakou
African geopolitics analyst and member of the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development Foresight Expert Group
Episode: The Africa Report: Burkina Faso bans political parties
Dr. Greg Mills
Author and member of the Platform for African Democrats
Platform for African Democrats
Episode: The Africa Report: Museveni secures seventh term in Uganda

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Crystal Orderson
Host of The Africa Report
Bongani Bingwa
Host of The Africa Report

Reviews

3.4 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Atrocious audio quality

    The actual report is unintelligible!

    The host asks a question and we here ....you know, wooo,wooo , You know!

    Come on people! Get your audio up to a decent level!!!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Zidib
    United States6 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Strong relevance for listeners tracking current political and development issues in Africa.
Some episodes feature deeply sourced, expert-level analysis which is highly valuable for niche topics.
Guests often bring authoritative insights from policy and journalism backgrounds.
Pacing and production quality occasionally affect accessibility for casual listeners.
Audience notes variable audio quality can hinder comprehension at times.

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The Africa Report: Defence Minister killed as Mali faces major security escalation
Q: What triggered this latest escalation of violence in Mali? What's behind it?
The host explains a long history of Tuareg nationalism, regional power struggles, and external interventions that have destabilized Northern Mali, with militant groups exploiting political vacuums and past French and UN exit strategies, compounded by evolving external support and regional dynamics.
The Africa Report: The Moth returns celebrating African stories
Q: Could you explain the storytelling labs and the development program The Moth runs?
The labs train people on how to tell concise, heartful stories, helping them strip away excess to reach the core message, which becomes the basis for their live performances.
The Africa Report: The Moth returns celebrating African stories
Q: Who can we expect to see this year and how do you choose your storytellers?
The Moth's storytelling development program runs labs in various parts of the world and on the continent, selecting diverse participants who demonstrate powerful first-person storytelling abilities for future events.
The Africa Report: Why uterine health must be central to Africa’s development
Q: Were the leaders responsive to your call?
Absolutely, especially with the African Union, indicating that there's a commitment to follow up on discussions.
The Africa Report: Why uterine health must be central to Africa’s development
Q: Why is this very personal issue in many respects, a public health policy issue?
Cindy discusses the impact of period poverty on young girls' education and women's productivity, emphasizing the economic disadvantages faced by women.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Africa Report

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

Analysts, policymakers, journalists, and researchers tune in for incisive discussions on governance, security, economics, and health across Africa. The show blends on-the-ground reporting with expert geopolitical and policy analysis, frequently featuring Africa-focused scholars, diplomats, and senior researchers who unpack regional conflicts, democratic developments, public health challenges, and economic policy. Notable strengths include high-level insights on sovereignty, development finance, and inter-African relations, paired with vivid storytelling from field guests. The format often centers urgent policy issues (e.g., elections, constitutional changes, aid conditions) and real-world implications for governance and human development, m... more

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Recent guests on The Africa Report include:

1. Adi Oye Akinola
2. Kenneth Huadi
3. Henico Schalekamp
4. Duncan McLeord
5. Lebo Mashile
6. Dr. Nompumelelo Nyati Mohohlwane
7. Cindy Swamzamo
8. Koffi Kouakou

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