Africa Within Podcast

Send us Fan Mail Water is one of our most essential resources, yet millions of South Africans face recurring water shortages, ageing infrastructure, pollution, and growing concerns about water security. In this episode of Africa Within , host Nontobeko Mlambo sits down with Professor Anja du Plessis, a Research Specialist in Water Resource Management, to unpack the realities behind South Africa&ap...

Send us Fan Mail This Mental Health Awareness Month, we explore how technology and artificial intelligence are reshaping mental health support across Africa. On this episode of the Africa Within Podcast, we are joined by Ridwan Oyenuga, an artificial intelligence specialist, full-stack software engineer, and founder of SereniMind, a groundbreaking platform that has impacted more than 300,000 peopl...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Africa Within , we sit down with Wendy Pekeur, an activist and co-founder of the Ubuntu Rural Women and Youth Movement—a grassroots organisation that emerged from resistance to farm evictions in Stellenbosch and has since become a powerful force for change across the Western, Northern, and Eastern Cape. Since 2014, Ubuntu has been at the forefront of amplifying...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Africa Within Podcast, we speak with Dr. Dille Mahamadou Issimouha, Technical Officer for Cancer Control at the World Health Organization's Africa Region, to discuss Africa's efforts to eliminate cervical cancer, one of the most preventable yet deadly cancers affecting women on the continent. Despite the availability of effective tools for preventi...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Africa Within Podcast, we take you to Dar es Salaam, where the African Women's Development and Communications Network (FEMNET) brought together African women leaders, activists, and policymakers to discuss the African Union’s Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (EVAWG). The conversation explores what this groundbreaking convention mean...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Africa Within , we sit down with Simone Diouf, the African Union Youth Ambassador for Peace in West Africa, to explore the core of the Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) Agenda. Simone shares her journey as a young peacebuilder and discusses the vital role youth play in conflict prevention and the establishment of sustainable peace. She emphasizes that youth inclu...

Send us Fan Mail In this impactful Youth Day episode of The Africa Within Podcast , we chat with Nonhlanhla Siwela , a future doctor dedicated to a present-day mission. As a medical student and passionate advocate, she is already championing better youth health, women's rights, and improved access to healthcare in South Africa. We discuss: -  Her journey into medicine - The challenges young p...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with two inspiring Kenyan journalists to explore the challenges and opportunities that African journalists face when reporting on climate change. Malemba Mkongo is a multi-award-winning journalist based in Kenya, driven by her mantra to make a difference in the world through her writing. Her reporting focuses on human rights, gender, and social justice...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on the Africa Within Podcast as we commemorate World Malaria Day with an impactful conversation about malaria eradication in Africa . Our guest, Dr. Olusola Oresanya , Senior Country Technical Coordinator at Malaria Consortium Nigeria , shares valuable insights on the progress, challenges, and innovations shaping Africa’s fight to end malaria. From prevention strategies to...

Send us Fan Mail This World Malaria Day , we highlight Africa's efforts to combat one of its deadliest yet preventable diseases—malaria. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Corine Karema , a leading Rwandan public health expert, CEO and Founder of Afrika Kwanza Health Impact in Rwanda.  We examine Africa's progress in malaria eradication , the persistent challenges, and the necessary s...

Send us Fan Mail In this inspiring episode of the Africa Within Podcast , we sit down with Wevyn Muganda, a dynamic Kenyan expert on Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) in Africa. She discusses young people's vital role in peacebuilding, the challenges they face in accessing decision-making spaces, and the urgent need for meaningful youth inclusion in security and governance processes. From gras...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with a Public Health Medical Specialist , Dr. Atiya Mosam, to discuss the challenges, progress, and future of Primary Health Care in Africa . From healthcare accessibility to funding gaps and innovative solutions, we uncover what is working and what needs urgent attention. A special thanks to Sethekele Ncube for producing this episode. Follow us on all...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the Africa Within Podcast , we explore some of the major health events since the beginning of 2025 that are shaping the future of the continent. 🌍 🎙️ What’s Inside? ✅ Health: A look at major public health events, from disease outbreaks like Mpox and Marburg to cholera challenges and how governments and communities respond A special thanks to Sethekele Ncube fo...

Send us Fan Mail Nigeria remains free of wild poliovirus, having achieved this milestone in August 2020. However, the country is currently addressing outbreaks of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus type 2 (cVDPV2). Nigeria's journey to polio eradication is a testament to resilience, innovation, and collaboration. Insecurity poses a significant challenge to polio eradication in Sokoto Stat...

Send us Fan Mail In this powerful and insightful conversation, Dr. Keitumetsi Tumi Mashego , a leading clinical psychologist, sheds light on the often-overlooked topic of mental health in African men. Key Topics Covered : The cultural stigmas surrounding mental health in African communities. How societal pressures and toxic masculinity affect men’s emotional well-being. Common mental health challe...

Send us Fan Mail According to the United Nations, over 800 million women between the ages of 15 and 49 are menstruating on any given day. Every month, young girls around the world are forced to miss school days due to menstruation. Health experts and charities have pointed out the global problem of spiraling inflation as pushing up the cost of pads in many African nations, driving more girls out o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Africa Within Podcast host Nontobeko Mlambo speaks to Alison Tucker, a South African author and breast cancer survivor. She talks about her breast cancer journey, treatment options, and her book titled “My Best Worst Year” A special thanks to Sethekele Ncube for producing this episode. Follow us on all our social media platforms Twitter (X) Instagram Spotify Apple...

Send us Fan Mail Africa Within Podcast explores the intersection of health, peace, and climate change in Africa, shedding light on the continent’s unique challenges and inspiring solutions. From combating infectious diseases to addressing the impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities, we bring you stories of resilience, innovation, and collaboration.  The Africa Within Podcast is hosted...