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Next Africa

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Africa
South Africa
Nigeria
Kenya
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United States
China
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Climate Change
Naira
Donald Trump
Inflation
Rwanda
Ethiopia
Russia
Corruption
Ivory Coast
Zimbabwe
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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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The Iran war has put billions of dollars in remittances at risk as conflict disrupts the incomes of migrant workers across the Gulf. For many African economies, where money sent home helps pay for food, healthcare and education, a prolonged slowdown ... more

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An El Niño weather pattern forming in the Pacific Ocean is expected to bring hotter, drier weather to much of east and southern Africa while increasing flood risks in parts of West Africa, stoking fears of another difficult spell for the continent’s ... more

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Ethiopia’s ruling party has established a commanding lead in preliminary election results, leaving Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on track to secure another five-year term.

On this week’s episode, Tiwa Adebayo speaks with Bloomberg Senior East Africa Re... more

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Could Africa’s long-misunderstood population boom become its greatest economic advantage? Economist and author Joe Studwell joins host Merryn Somers... more

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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)
David Malingha
Senior Editor for Europe, Middle East and Africa on the Bloomberg news desk
Bloomberg
Episode: Bobi Wine On The Battle for Uganda's Future (Correct)
Ntando Thukwana
South Africa government reporter
South Africa government reporting team
Episode: Is Xenophobia Risking South Africa’s International Reputation
Fasika Tadesse
Bloomberg Ethiopia-based reporter
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Episode: China’s Growing Grip On Africa’s EV Fast Lane
Linda Lew
Asia transport reporter
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Arijit Ghosh
Managing editor for Africa
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Episode: Could Dangote's Stock Listing Transform African Investing?

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David Gura
Host of Bloomberg This Weekend / Weekend segment contributor

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 290 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 States4 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

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Some reviewers want more guest details on show pages and pacing improvements.
Guests are consistently credible and well-informed on macro and sector topics.
Listeners value the show's depth and timely Africa-focused business insights.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#120
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#141
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#162
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#216
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BONUS: Merryn Talks Money - Africa’s Growth Engine
Q: What role does education play in unlocking Africa's demographic dividend?
Education expands the effective workforce, lowers fertility over time, and raises productivity, so substantial investment in schooling is crucial to realizing the potential benefits of a growing, younger population.
BONUS: Merryn Talks Money - Africa’s Growth Engine
Q: Why does population density matter for Africa's development now?
Density creates concentrated markets that can sustain urban-based industries, enabling tax collection, infrastructure investment, and a more dynamic division of labor, which is essential for moving from agrarian to diversified economies.
Can African Founders Adapt as AI Boom Redirects Cash?
Q: How is Deaftronics addressing affordability and accessibility for hearing aids, and what impact does that have?
Deaftronics sources materials locally, reduces costs, and uses solar charging to provide a complete, affordable hearing aid solution; this approach not only helps people access devices but also reduces stigma around wearing them.
Can African Founders Adapt as AI Boom Redirects Cash?
Q: What are investors looking for in African startups, and how is debt versus equity evolving?
Investors are increasingly open to debt as a financing option alongside equity, and there is emphasis on scalable business models that can leverage local advantages, with a growing pipeline of opportunities despite global volatility.
Can African Founders Adapt as AI Boom Redirects Cash?
Q: What are we seeing happening right now in terms of the growth of the startup sector across the continent?
The sector had a strong year with substantial funding last year, but there is a shifting balance from overseas to African investors, signaling increased local capital activity and a potential for more sustainable growth long-term.

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A heavyweight business-focused show delivering in-depth analysis of Africa's market dynamics, policy shifts, and key industry trends. Episodes feature Bloomberg reporters and guests from finance, government, and industry, covering topics like cocoa prices, energy, mining, currency shifts, and regional geopolitics. The format emphasizes data-informed context and actionable insights for professionals tracking Africa's economic development, investment opportunities, and regulatory changes. A notable strength is the blend of on-the-ground reporting with macroeconomic analysis, often tied to real-world disruptions and policy decisions that affect business strategy across the continent.

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Recent guests on Next Africa include:

1. Joe Studwell
2. Tendekayi Katsiga
3. Caitlin Brady
4. Robert Chagulani Ssentamu
5. David Malingha
6. Ntando Thukwana
7. Fasika Tadesse
8. Linda Lew

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