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Straight Talk Africa - VOA Africa

VOA Africa
Sudan
Africa
U.S. Presidential Elections
Hunger Crisis
Conflict Resolution
South Africa
African National Congress
Rwandan Genocide
Rwanda
Genocide Prevention
African Union
European Union
Kenya
Doctors Without Borders
Senegal
International Monetary Fund
Niger
Bola Tinubu
Nigeria
Trauma and Healing

VOA's Straight Talk Africa is a 30-minute program that examines topics of special interest to Africans.

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Every Wednesday, Straight Talk Africa goes behind the headlines to analyze the news and emerging trends shaping African societies. The show covers the diverse stories and insights of Africans from across the continent and in the diaspora, using socia... more

Every Wednesday, Straight Talk Africa goes behind the headlines to analyze the news and emerging trends shaping African societies. The show covers the diverse stories and insights of Africans from across the continent and in the diaspora, using socia... more

Every Wednesday, Straight Talk Africa goes behind the headlines to analyze the news and emerging trends shaping African societies. The show covers the diverse stories and insights of Africans from across the continent and in the diaspora, using socia... more

Every Wednesday, Straight Talk Africa goes behind the headlines to analyze the news and emerging trends shaping African societies. The show covers the diverse stories and insights of Africans from across the continent and in the diaspora, using socia... more

Every Wednesday, Straight Talk Africa goes behind the headlines to analyze the news and emerging trends shaping African societies. The show covers the diverse stories and insights of Africans from across the continent and in the diaspora, using socia... more

Every Wednesday, Straight Talk Africa goes behind the headlines to analyze the news and emerging trends shaping African societies. The show covers the diverse stories and insights of Africans from across the continent and in the diaspora, using socia... more

Every Wednesday, Straight Talk Africa goes behind the headlines to analyze the news and emerging trends shaping African societies. The show covers the diverse stories and insights of Africans from across the continent and in the diaspora, using socia... more

Every Wednesday, Straight Talk Africa goes behind the headlines to analyze the news and emerging trends shaping African societies. The show covers the diverse stories and insights of Africans from across the continent and in the diaspora, using socia... more

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Paul Banoba
Africa Regional Advisor of Transparency International
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Abdi Mohamud
Chief Executive Officer of the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission of Kenya
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Episode: The Cost of Corruption - March 12, 2025
Bright Simons
Social innovator and entrepreneur
Episode: Cryptocurrency in Africa - February 19, 2025
Mussie Haile
CEO of Moya Technologies and founder of Revolt Cipher Blockchain Service
Moya Technologies
Episode: Cryptocurrency in Africa - February 19, 2025
Jean Paul Ruhosha
Executive Director of Congo Today
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Episode: Crisis in eastern DRC - January 29, 2025
Mulegwa Zihindura
Analyst and former spokesperson of Congolese President Joseph Kabila
Episode: Crisis in eastern DRC - January 29, 2025
Danica Damplo
Policy Manager at the Simon-Skjodt Center for the Prevention of Genocide of the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
United States Holocaust Memorial Museum
Episode: US Claims Genocide in Sudan - January 15, 2025
Brian Adeba
Senior Policy Advisor at The Sentry for Sudan and South Sudan
The Sentry
Episode: US Claims Genocide in Sudan - January 15, 2025
Jean-Baptiste Gallopin
Senior Researcher for Crisis, Conflict and Arms of Human Rights Watch
Human Rights Watch
Episode: US Claims Genocide in Sudan - January 15, 2025

Hosts

Vincent Makori
Host of discussions focused on African affairs, often engaging with experts on topics like governance, technology, and social issues.
Peter Clottey
Host frequently discussing significant African issues and engaging with stakeholder insights.

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Q: What do you think the future holds for US-Africa relations during Trump's tenure?
The future will see a focus on bilateral deals and security cooperation, with an emphasis on strategic minerals and reducing aid dependency, promoting infrastructure development and accountability.
Trump on the renewal of the American dream - March 05, 2025
Q: How can African countries align themselves with the reality of Trump's America First approach?
African countries will have to diversify funding streams and focus on accountability and proper governance to adapt to the new US stance, which emphasizes self-sufficiency and careful allocation of aid.
South Africa’s land Expropriation Act rattles relations with the US - February 12, 2025
Q: What is unconstitutional about it according to the DA?
The DA argues the law is unconstitutional due to procedural faults, stating that only four out of nine provinces supported it, and it lacks proper compensation clauses.
South Africa’s land Expropriation Act rattles relations with the US - February 12, 2025
Q: What is this expropriation law about? What does it provide for?
The expropriation law allows the government to seize land without compensation under certain conditions, as deemed in the public interest, including instances where land is abandoned or poses a health risk.
Realignment of powers in the Sahel: What’s next? - February 05, 2025
Q: How did it go wrong for Ecowas?
Ecowas miscalculated its approach to the military regimes and did not use effective diplomatic strategies to engage them.

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The podcast provides a platform to discuss critical issues impacting Africa, focusing on themes such as governance, corruption, healthcare, and emerging technologies. A variety of expert guests participate in discussions that explore both the challenges and innovations within these areas. The episodes often highlight the intersections of politics, society, and economics while featuring insights from accomplished professionals in various fields, which provides listeners with a rich understanding of contemporary African dynamics. Its unique angle lies in its emphasis on real-life implications for citizens, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the continent's future and current affairs.

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1. Paul Banoba
2. Abdi Mohamud
3. Bright Simons
4. Mussie Haile
5. Jean Paul Ruhosha
6. Mulegwa Zihindura
7. Danica Damplo
8. Brian Adeba

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