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The Long Form Podcast

LF MEDIA
Rwanda
Uganda
Kigali
Rwandan Genocide
Paul Kagame
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Genocide Against the Tutsi
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East Africa
1994 Genocide Against the Tutsi
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Human Rights
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Cybersecurity
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Entrepreneurship
Kenya

An LF Media Production

The Long Form is a weekly podcast hosted by Sanny Ntayombya, featuring in-depth conversations on politics, business, sports, entertainment, arts, and culture, with a special focus on African stories and perspectives.

LF Media is a Rwanda-based podcast production company building Africa’s podcast network through world-class storytelling, production, and partnerships.New epis... more

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Latest Episodes

What does it really take to build a global career from Africa? 

In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, filmmaker, entrepreneur, and YouTube creator Tayo Aina reflects on a decade of traveling across Africa and the world, documenting cities, cultu... more

African music has never been more popular. Afrobeats, Amapiano, and other African sounds are reaching audiences across the world, generating billions of streams and reshaping global culture. But who is really benefiting? 

In this episode of The Long... more

Uganda is often described as a country full of potential. But beneath the optimism, many Ugandans are navigating rising costs, economic pressure, uncertainty, and growing skepticism about the future. 

In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, journa... more

In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, Dr. Lawrence Muganga discusses identity, belonging, education, and the future of Uganda. 

From his childhood selling rabbits to becoming Vice Chancellor of Victoria University and later being nominated as St... more

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Lawrence Muganga
Vice Chancellor of Victoria University, Ugandan educator and proponent of rethinking education in Africa
Victoria University (Uganda)
Episode: Dr. Lawrence Muganga | Banyarwanda Identity, Belonging & Education in Uganda
Marcus Kwikiriza
Radio veteran, media strategist, president of the Uganda Basketball Federation
Uganda Basketball Federation
Episode: Ethnicity, Media & the Search for an East African Identity | Marcus Kwikiriza
Okwir Rabwoni
Retired Major, NRA/RPA veteran
NRA/RPA/RPF
Episode: Fred Rwigema, the RPF, the NRM & East Africa’s Revolutionary Generation | Maj. Okwir Rabwoni
Adonia Ayebare
Uganda's ambassador to the United Nations
Uganda Mission to the UN
Episode: Uganda, Rwanda, Congo & the Crisis of Global Power | Dr. Adonia Ayebare
Isabelle Kamariza
Founder of Solid Africa, a social enterprise feeding patients and schoolchildren with medically tailored meals
Solid Africa
Episode: How Isabelle Kamariza Changed Hospital Nutrition in Rwanda | Solid’Africa
Mike Mukula
Ugandan pilot, businessman, and senior figure in the NRA/RPA circle
NRA/RPA (Uganda/Rwanda)
Episode: Before the War: Kagame, Rwigema & Rwanda’s Untold Stories | Capt. Mike Mukula
Canary Mugume
Journalist with NBS Television; host of Mind Your Head podcast
NBS Television
Episode: The Cost of Telling the Truth: Journalism, Pressure & Power in Uganda | Canary Mugume
Jessy Mugisha
Self-described politician and businessman who attempted to run for parliament as an independent in 2024
Independent candidate, Rwanda
Episode: Trying to Enter Politics in Rwanda: Reality vs Expectation | Jessy Mugisha
Isaac Nkusi
Finance professional and host of The Money Blueprint Podcast
The Money Blueprint Podcast / LF Media
Episode: Isaac Nkusi: Why You’re Still Broke — Income, Inflation and Financial Mistakes

Host

Sanny Ntayombya
Host of The Long Form Podcast; LF Media production lead; experienced interviewer focused on African politics, business, and society.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 80 ratings
  • Rwanda’s Best Podcast

    Love the pod and Sanny is very good at what he does. My only wish for him is to shorten his questions and give the interviewer more time to talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    GTNTEGE
    United States5 months ago
  • Gratitude

    What a space!💪🏿

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Paul Mutangana
    Denmark2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate deep-d dives into regional geopolitics and practical money frameworks for Africans.

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Dr. Lawrence Muganga | Banyarwanda Identity, Belonging & Education in Uganda
Q: How did your early experiences shape your resolve to pursue education despite extreme financial and social barriers?
Growing up in rural Uganda, with limited resources and frequent school changes, he learned resilience and saw education as a ticket to opportunity. He credits his mother's determination and informal education from his father for instilling discipline and hope, which ultimately enabled him to leverage scholarships and public sponsorship to reach university.
Soraya Hakuziyaremye, Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda: Inflation, Sanctions and Economic Growth
Q: Imagine I was a 28-year-old nephew of yours, and I ask you what is the biggest financial mistake I need to avoid?
The guest emphasizes prudent long-term planning, avoiding excessive debt, using information and education to make informed financial decisions, and saving for the future to build generational wealth, while highlighting the importance of not spending more than you earn and planning for retirement.
Gaël Vande Weghe: The Hidden Decline of Rwanda’s Wildlife
Q: What gives you hope for Rwanda's conservation future?
Despite grim projections, the guest points to innovation, citizen science, community involvement, and the possibility of a homegrown blueprint for rewilding as sources of cautious optimism.
Gaël Vande Weghe: The Hidden Decline of Rwanda’s Wildlife
Q: Why does a simple species checklist matter scientifically and politically?
A robust checklist provides a clear baseline for biodiversity, informs decision-making, highlights ecological relationships, and supports targeted conservation actions and policy.
Gaël Vande Weghe: The Hidden Decline of Rwanda’s Wildlife
Q: Do you think extending national parks is sustainable or just postponing the problem?
The guest argues that expansion could help if done properly with community buy-in and restoration planning, but warns that it could postpone solutions if not paired with equitable governance and habitat restoration.

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The show centers on in-depth conversations about politics, business, technology, health, and culture across Africa, with a strong emphasis on regional power dynamics, governance, and social impact. Episodes frequently feature policymakers, journalists, entrepreneurs, and researchers who unpack how macro trends—ranging from regional diplomacy and inflation to innovation in health and wildlife conservation—play out in everyday life. Notable strengths include candid, experiential storytelling from insiders and a willingness to tackle sensitive topics like media pressure, governance, and the economics of development. The format often blends personal narratives with expert analysis, sponsor integrations, and practical takeaways for listeners who... more

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Recent guests on The Long Form Podcast include:

1. Lawrence Muganga
2. Marcus Kwikiriza
3. Okwir Rabwoni
4. Adonia Ayebare
5. Isabelle Kamariza
6. Mike Mukula
7. Canary Mugume
8. Jessy Mugisha

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