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Next Africa

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Africa
South Africa
Nigeria
Kenya
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United States
China
Ghana
Climate Change
Naira
Donald Trump
Inflation
Rwanda
Ethiopia
Corruption
Russia
Ivory Coast
Zimbabwe
IMF
Democratic Republic Of the Congo

Next Africa is a weekly podcast about where Africa is going and why it matters to everyone.

Each episode tells a story from the continent and follows it through real life, business, politics and culture. From electricity and climate to jobs, migration, technology, sport and music, the podcast looks at the forces shaping daily life and how those changes connect to the wider world.

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South Africa's Public Investment Corp., the $220 billion manager of civil servants' pensions and a major shareholder in many of the country's biggest companies, has lurched from one crisis to another. Its chief executive was suspended before a court ... more

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Nigeria's stock market is the world's best-performing equity market this year. Its benchmark index has outpaced every major market, including South Korea, delivering the highest dollar returns to investors.

Ghana, Tunisia and Kenya have also ranked... more

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Eighteen months after the Trump administration shut down USAID, a painstaking Bloomberg investigation into abandoned water projects in Kenya using interviews, satellite imagery and data analysis has revealed the stark consequences of that decision.

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Flying has never been easier. Airlines are competing to offer cheaper fares and more routes across Europe, North America and Asia. But while connections to and from Africa have expanded, travelling within the continent remains difficult and expensive... more

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Recent Guests

Souhail Karam
Bloomberg North Africa reporter
Bloomberg
Episode: How Morocco's Football Success Could Shape Its Next Government
Hassan Kachloul
Former Moroccan national team player
Former Moroccan national team
Episode: How Morocco's Football Success Could Shape Its Next Government
Loren Landau
Senior researcher, Wits University, African Centre for Migration and Society
Wits University
Episode: Why South Africa’s Anti-Migrant Protests Aren’t Going Away
Prinesha Naidoo
Bloomberg journalist and co-author of the report on remittances
Bloomberg
Episode: How the Iran War puts Africa’s Remittance Lifeline At Risk
Rachel Balsham
Managing Director at Onafriq, a Digital Payments Firm
Onafriq
Episode: How the Iran War puts Africa’s Remittance Lifeline At Risk
Joe Studwell
Journalist and author of How Africa Works
Author, How Africa Works
Episode: BONUS: Merryn Talks Money - Africa’s Growth Engine
Tendekayi Katsiga
Founder of Deaftronics, creator of solar-powered hearing aids
Deaftronics
Episode: Can African Founders Adapt as AI Boom Redirects Cash?
Caitlin Brady
DRC Country Director for the Danish Refugee Council
Danish Refugee Council
Episode: Did Aid Cuts Make The Ebola Outbreak Worse?
Robert Chagulani Ssentamu
Also known as Bobi Wine, Ugandan opposition leader and musician
NOP (National Unity Platform)
Episode: Bobi Wine On The Battle for Uganda's Future (Correct)

Host

Jennifer Zabasajja
Host of Next Africa

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 292 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Long overdue, thank you. Insightful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bonganie280
    South Africa2 years ago
  • Please come back!

    Miss the show, it was great!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NF1894
    United States5 years ago
  • Best Podcats

    Amazing and Incredible!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Werner.......
    South Africa5 years ago
  • Great information

    Would like to see more details about your guests in your detail page

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Toni ribs
    Canada6 years ago
  • Informative and entertaining

    Great show, very informative, interesting guests and likeable hosts. (And please ignore that other reviewer and keep the climate change discussion. I mean, seriously...)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rateburger
    Australia6 years ago

Listeners Say

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Audience finds episodes informative and timely for understanding Africa's growth and risks.
Listeners praise the show for data-driven Africa insights and clear storytelling.
Guests include a mix of economists, reporters, and startup leaders, keeping content varied and credible.
Some listeners want more detail on guest backgrounds and practical takeaways per episode.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#180
United Kingdom/Business
Apple Podcasts
#186
France/Business
Apple Podcasts
#208
Italy/Business
Apple Podcasts
#84
Russia/Business
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#195
South Africa/Business

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Why South Africa’s Anti-Migrant Protests Aren’t Going Away
Q: What can you tell us about some of these migrants?
There are quite a number of foreign nationals who do speak the local languages; the makeup is diverse, with most being from neighboring countries and a fewer number from further afield, though it is impossible to know exact numbers.
How Morocco's Football Success Could Shape Its Next Government
Q: What is driving Morocco's football resurgence beyond the national team's success?
Investment in academies, diaspora talent, and a coordinated development plan under royal sponsorship have built a strong infrastructure that supports a long-term pipeline from youth levels to the national team, influencing national pride and political considerations.
Will El Niño Trigger Africa’s Next Food Crisis?
Q: What should farmers in Africa be watching for as El Niño unfolds?
Farmers should monitor for increased dryness in parts of Africa with potential for drought, anticipate how flowering and yields in cocoa and coffee may be affected, and prepare through drainage improvements, adaptive planting timing, and risk-aware decision-making as impacts propagate into 2027.
Will El Niño Trigger Africa’s Next Food Crisis?
Q: What exactly is El Niño and what triggers its declaration?
El Niño is a natural Pacific climate cycle marked by higher sea surface temperatures and altered winds; forecasters use specific thresholds to declare its presence, and computer models project its duration and regional weather impacts, indicating a multi-month event unlikely to reverse soon.
How the Iran War puts Africa’s Remittance Lifeline At Risk
Q: How big a role do Gulf states play in remittance flows to Africa right now?
Gulf states host tens of millions of workers and are a major, if uneven, source of remittances to Africa, with flows that have grown but shown signs of volatility amid sanctions, labor market shifts, and crisis-related liquidity concerns.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Next Africa

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

This show combines data-driven analysis with on-the-ground reportage to examine Africa's macroeconomics, technology, policy, and development trajectories. Episodes explore remittance flows amid geopolitical shocks, climate-driven agriculture and commodity markets, political developments across the region, and Africa's evolving startup and investment landscape. A standout trait is how guests blend rigorous data with firsthand perspectives—from economists and reporters to founders and policymakers—to illuminate how global forces intersect with daily life on the continent. Potential listeners can expect thoughtful, context-rich discussions that connect market signals to real-world outcomes, along with a consistent focus on Africa's growth oppo... more

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1. Souhail Karam
2. Hassan Kachloul
3. Loren Landau
4. Prinesha Naidoo
5. Rachel Balsham
6. Joe Studwell
7. Tendekayi Katsiga
8. Caitlin Brady

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