The Comb
BBC World ServiceCombing Africa for stories about the unseen forces that bind us together and tear us apart. A single story, every week. Hosted by Kim Chakanetsa. #thecomb
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 93 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Categories | GovernmentSociety & CulturePersonal Journals | ||||
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Latest Episodes
“This is a diamond!”: In 2017, two young miners, Komba and Saffea, struck gold. They uncovered a huge 709 carat diamond - the ‘Peace Diamond’ - worth millions of dollars, in Sierra Leone. It was a dream come true for them both. They were rich beyond ... more
“I was losing myself”: When Mbali was introduced to a new church through a bible study group she was excited at the prospect of finding a new religious community. But as she became more involved with the church, she began questioning some of their un... more
Accusations, imprisonment, and vindication: The lie that changed Ishmail's life, taking away his freedom, and breaking up his family in Malawi. Nearly 20 years later, Ishmail reflects on the painful reality of being falsely accused. Thanks for listen... more
“My dad beat me.” How the physical punishment of a child changed the lives of a Nigerian family forever. Behaviour which was the norm for a mother who grew up in Nigeria was treated as assault in the UK. Thanks for listening. Let us know what you thi... more
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- Lost African Soul founds its way back
I love this podcast. I’m not sure why it took so long for me to discover it. I left Africa years ago for greener pastures but there not so green. Add to that, I feel lost. Not from here but forgotten my home. Listening to these stories brings back there. I imagine the people, the places, in my head and I look forward to living there again. I wish we had more of these stories told not only on podcasts but books, movies etc.
Apple Podcasts5X-dissapointed
United Statesa year ago - Loves it
Some storrys are really interesting 🙂
Apple Podcasts5lilney1
Sweden2 years ago 5-star sound & narrative. Great interviews.
Podcast Addict52 years agoListener- Brilliantly insightful!
brilliantly insightful! 10/10 recommend! diverse voices from across the entire continent unlike a lot of content. Amplifies marginalized voices and brilliantly hosted. Can't wait for the new episode each week and I've listened to every single one. 10/10 would recommend!
Apple Podcasts5Mugabs LaptopUnited States3 years ago - Superb!
An excellent podcast! Interesting storylines and well produced. Highly recommend.
Apple Podcasts5Ola_MideUnited States3 years ago
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