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Next Africa

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Africa
South Africa
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Kenya
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United States
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Donald Trump
Inflation
Rwanda
Democratic Republic Of the Congo
Zambia
Russia
Corruption
Ivory Coast
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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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Formula 1 will return to Africa, with a first race set to take place in Rwanda in the early 2030s. The East African nation will host the F1 African Grand Prix under a 10-year agreement, Formula 1 said in a statement on Tuesday. Rwanda beat out compe... more

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Ethiopian troops have regained control of the city of Mekelle, the capital of the country’s northern Tigray region - after the Tigray People’s Liberation Front - the TPLF had seized the city’s airport and declared war on the government. As Ethiopia’s... more

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The discovery of 11 women’s bodies in and around Ekurhuleni, east of Johannesburg, has horrified South Africans. Then the last few days provided a stark reminder of the country's violent crime problem: two separate mass shootings left 28 people dead... more

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Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has finally launched the much anticipated IPO of part of his refinery business, and it's generated so much hype that many investment apps were overwhelmed by demand. The company hopes to raise as much as $2 billio... more

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Recent Guests

Simon Marks
East Africa reporter
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Episode: Why fighting in the Horn of Africa risks a new Red Sea conflict
Brendan Murray
Bloomberg's trade czar
Bloomberg
Episode: Why fighting in the Horn of Africa risks a new Red Sea conflict
S'thembile Cele
South Africa government reporter and Bloomberg contributor
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Episode: Why South Africa’s Fight Against Violent Crime Is Failing
Feyi Fawehinmi
Nigerian finance manager based in the UK, writer on Dangote topics
Independent / Bloomberg platform context
Episode: Can Dangote’s IPO Live Up to The Hype?
Yinka Ibukun
Bloomberg reporter on the IPO story, on the ground in Lagos
Bloomberg
Episode: Can Dangote’s IPO Live Up to The Hype?
Fasika Tadesse
Ethiopia-based Bloomberg reporter covering EV growth
Bloomberg
Episode: Replay: China's Growing Grip on Africa's EV Fastlane
Linda Lew
Asia transport reporter based in Beijing
Bloomberg
Episode: Replay: China's Growing Grip on Africa's EV Fastlane
Stella Li
Executive Vice Chairman of BYD
BYD
Episode: Replay: China's Growing Grip on Africa's EV Fastlane
Joel Korir
Head of Business Development, Retail and Private Wealth at Old Mutual Investment Group (Nairobi)
Old Mutual Investment Group
Episode: Why Investors Are Bullish on Kenya

Host

Jennifer Zabasajja
Host of Next Africa, Bloomberg / Next Africa

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 293 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    Long overdue, thank you. Insightful

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bonganie280
    South Africa3 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
    Australia7 years ago

Listeners Say

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

Insightful and well-grounded analysis from on-the-ground reporting
Overall perception is that the show provides valuable, data-driven Africa-focused business and policy context
Polished hosts with engaging pace, occasional audience feedback about interview depth
Guests are strong and diverse, though some reviews call for deeper guest profiles

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#245
United Kingdom/Business
Apple Podcasts
#84
Belgium/Business
Apple Podcasts
#206
Switzerland/Business
Apple Podcasts
#226
India/Business
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#238
Poland/Business

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Why fighting in the Horn of Africa risks a new Red Sea conflict
Q: What should we watch for next in the coming days and weeks to gauge whether this escalates or stabilizes?
Observers are watching for shifts in proxy involvement, potential cross-border spillovers, and the pace of any settlement or de-escalation, with particular attention to Red Sea access moves and international responses to containment or expansion.
Why fighting in the Horn of Africa risks a new Red Sea conflict
Q: Why is Red Sea access so central to Ethiopia's strategy, and what are the implications of Eritrean and other regional actors' involvement?
Ethiopia seeks direct Red Sea access to overcome its landlocked status, and allies like Eritrea have become pivotal; meanwhile, regional powers (Egypt, UAE, Saudi Arabia) are backing various sides, creating a proxy-driven landscape that could widen the conflict and disrupt trade routes.
Why fighting in the Horn of Africa risks a new Red Sea conflict
Q: What is the current situation on the ground in northern Ethiopia and what has changed recently?
Violence erupted anew in September with rapid military movements and shifting alliances, notably the Tigray forces joining with regional militias to challenge Addis Ababa, reversing some earlier dynamics and raising the risk of a broader flare-up.
Replay: China's Growing Grip on Africa's EV Fastlane
Q: What does this mean for workers who rely on internal combustion engines, and could this accelerate a broader shift in the job market?
The shift is likely to reshape the gig economy and public transport sectors, with more drivers moving to EVs and public operators adopting electric fleets, though retraining and new maintenance ecosystems will be essential to support the transition.
How the Iran War Reshaped Africa’s Oil Trade — At A Cost
Q: What can be said about government responses to fuel shortages?
Governments prioritized avoiding shortages and relied on suppliers like Vitol to guarantee supply, which helped prevent civil unrest but potentially increased costs and raised questions about price transparency and long-term sustainability.

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

A weekly business and news program focused on Africa, synthesizing ground reporting with data-driven context to explain how macro trends, policy, and local stories converge to shape everyday life. Episodes frequently cover finance, markets, energy, infrastructure, and governance—mapping how regional developments connect to global dynamics. Notable strengths include on-the-ground reporting from major African markets, a steady stream of high-profile guests, and clear storytelling that helps listeners understand complex policy and economic shifts. The show likely appeals to professionals in finance, business leadership, policy, and journalism who want informed perspectives on Africa's growth, risk, and opportunity.

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1. Focus on Africa
2. Big Take Asia
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5. Odd Lots

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Recent guests on Next Africa include:

1. Simon Marks
2. Brendan Murray
3. S'thembile Cele
4. Feyi Fawehinmi
5. Yinka Ibukun
6. Fasika Tadesse
7. Linda Lew
8. Stella Li

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