Talk To Me Direct podcast brings together influential African voices to explore how to ensure that all Africans can participate in democratic processes both online and offline, safely and effectively. Join the conversation on #TalkToMeDirect
Lindiwe Mazibuko On How big tech affects African politics
24 Oct 2024
Lindiwe Mazibuko On Youth and Leadership: part 1
23 Oct 2024
Irene Mwendwa On Social Movements Tech & Youth
22 Oct 2024
Dr. Bosun Tijani On Social Entrepreneurship & AI
21 Oct 2024
Judy Kibinge On Growth Of Films & Their Impact in Africa
21 Oct 2024
Chinenye Uwanaka On Engaged Youth
19 Oct 2024
Polly Wachira On Tech For Impact
18 Oct 2024
Dr. Amina Salihu on civil space & technology
18 Sept 2024
Supporting Change EP 8
Toyin Akinniyi, Vice President for Africa at Luminate, emphasises the transformative power of collaboration and community between civil society organisations (CSOs). She deplores the misinformation and disinformation on digital platforms that hinder women’s participation in politics and advocates for storytelling as a means of holding a mirror up to Big Tech.
11 Sept 2024
Power To The Youth EP 7
What is it like to be South Africa’s first-ever black, young, female Leader of the Opposition in Parliament? Lindiwe Mazibuko recounts her experiences. She talks about the double-edged sword that is digital technology and urges African voters to demand more from their elected representatives. Mazibuko also talks about her love for Beyonce’s music!
There is much to learn from Mazibuko’s unique perspectives in this episode.
4 Sept 2024
Participation: Data & Tech Ep 6
Irene Mwendwa, Executive Director of Pollicy and
our host Natasha Kimani discuss the importance of research and gender data in understanding how to create digital tools
that keep women in politics safe. Ms Mwendwa looks forward to a
safer internet “that works for Africans, looks like Africans, and that is built
by Africans.”
28 Aug 2024
AI And Tech In Africa | EP 5
Civil society organizations must urgently prepare for elections in the age of artificial intelligence (AI), Dr Bosun Tijani, Nigerian Minister of Communications, Innovation and the Digital Economy tells podcast host, Natasha Kimani. Dr. Tijani explains why Africa must participate effectively in the global conversation on AI.
21 Aug 2024
Stories Shaping Our Movements EP 4
A story well told can change our personal relationships with a social issue.” - Judy Kibinge In this episode, host Natasha Kimani and Kenyan filmmaker, writer and director Judy Kibinge discuss the role of storytelling in supporting democracy in Africa. The two take a trip down memory lane on the history of filmmaking in Kenya, the huge strides the industry has made in terms of inclusion and technology, and the democratization of storytelling. They discuss the enthusiasm of African filmmakers to address issues of social justice and change through film.
14 Aug 2024
Leading Change | EP 3
Young people can and must act strategically to shape policy and harness tech for impact at grassroots level, Nigerian lawyer and nation builder, Chinenye Uwanaka teaches us in this episode.
She and our host, Natasha Kimani, explore how women leaders can be bolder in reaching out for opportunities in the civic space. Chinenye’s vision of a future led by integrity and values is inspiring.
7 Aug 2024
Growing from the Roots | EP 2
Where do civic-minded changemakers based in Kenya’s rural communities go to find support and to amplify their messages? In her discussion with Natasha Kimani, Polly Wachira explains why community-based organisations are valuable and effective agents of change in rural spaces – and why it is essential to support them.
6 Aug 2024
Growing from the Roots Episode 2 Trailer
1 Aug 2024
African Civil Society: Resilience & Growth | EP 1
How can civil society organisations do their part in holding big tech accountable? How can young people ensure they are heard effectively despite social media bans? How can civil society leaders can be supported in preserving their changemaking agenda when they join government?
Join Natasha Kimani in conversation with Amina Salihu, Deputy Director of the MacArthur Foundation Africa in this scintillating first episode of the Talk To Me Direct podcast.
16 Jul 2024
Resilience and Growth Episode 1 Trailer
How can civil society organisations do their part in holding big tech accountable? Join Natasha Kimani in conversation with Amina Salihu, the Deputy Director of the MacArthur Foundation’s Africa office on our Talk To Me Direct Podcast.
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