Kenyans and Nigerians have recently taken to the streets to express frustration about a rising cost of living and their governments' response to inescapable economic pressures. Young people have played a prominent driving force in both countries, as they leverage social media and decentralised organisation to ensure their voices are heard. In this episode, Charlie Robertson, a leading emerging and frontier markets specialist, looks at the factors that contributed to the demonstrations and e...
3 May 2023
Digital health in Kenya
The Covid-19 pandemic highlighted systemic weaknesses in the health systems across many African countries, and has triggered a change. This podcast episode explores the digital health landscape in Kenya with Dr. Daniella Munene, Head of External Affairs at Africa Health Business. She has extensive experience in the health sector as a practitioner, policy advisor and advocate for Universal Health Coverage. We discuss the interplay between the government and private sector, the st...
17 Feb 2023
Changing electoral landscape in Africa with Jonathan Moakes
2023 will see Nigeria, the continent's most populous nation, hold elections alongside eSwatini, the last absolute monarchy on the continent. The two countries could not be more different, but they share something in common - a growing young population. Much has been said about Africa's "demographic dividend" and its potential to change Africa's trajectory. However, there has been little discussion about how that potential can be realised. In this episode, we focus on creating change through...
21 Dec 2022
South Africa's Just Energy Transition with Rudi Dicks
In 2020, South Africa launched its 2050 Low Emission Development (LED) Strategy, which outlines a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to net zero by 2050. President Cyril Ramaphosa followed this up in November 2021 with a Political Declaration that established a partnership with the EU, US, France, Germany and UK. All members have committed to work towards creating just transition to a low carbon economy and a climate resilient society in South Africa. In this episode, we spea...
14 Dec 2022
US-Africa relations with Dr. Witney Schneidman
On the eve of the 2022 US-Africa Leaders’ Summit, we speak to Dr. Witney Schneidman about the US strategy towards sub-Saharan Africa under the Biden administration. The new strategy was published in August and seeks to deepen the US’ engagement and partnerships in Africa. Witney discusses key aspects of the new strategy, explains areas of commonality with previous strategies under former president Donald Trump and Barak Obama and shares his thoughts about the potential relationshi...
11 Oct 2022
Partnership and purpose with Nwabisa Mayema
We're in conversation with Strategic Partnerships Director for the Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship South Africa Nwabisa Mayema, discussing purpose-led entrepreneurship. We also discuss the impetus behind the centre and how its evolution has mirrored an entrepreneur's journey. Nwabisa shares the Branson Centre's thinking about the circular economy, tech-for-good and the importance of building a community and partnering with the right people. We also get a preview of how the centre will ev...
11 Aug 2022
Cost of borrowing - sovereign debt in Africa with Gregory Smith
In this episode, Emerging Markets Fund Manager at M&G Investments Gregory Smith. We discuss China's evolving role in and engagement with African countries, debt relief, Eurobond issuances and the importance of debt transparency. Gregory recently published a book "Where Credit is Due" that draws from his analysis of various African economies' transitions over the last 10-15 years. He unpacks the complexity of the African debt and provides forward-thinking solutions that can help preserve...
27 Jul 2022
Africa energy outlook with Rolake Akinkugbe-Filani
In our first episode, Chief Commercial Officer of Mixtra Africa Rolake Akinkugbe-Filani looks at the gains and missed opportunities at COP 26 and the COP 27 outlook for African countries. She discusses measures taken by African governments to bolster energy security and the complexities of financing Africa's energy transition. As a member of the Persistent Energy Advisory board, Rolake also shares what motivated her to join the board and what she hopes to achieve while in the role.
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