African News Review

Adesoji Iginla hosted a conversation titled 'Project 2025, a people's conversation' discusses the document known as Project 2025, which is a step-by-step manual on how to effectively take over a country.  The guests - Nitra, Marlon Ausby and Aya Fubara Eneli highlighted the strategic nature of the document and the collaboration among various conservative groups and think tanks. They...

In this week's conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discuss various news stories related to Africa. They covered topics such as Algeria's commemoration of victims of a French crackdown, France's recognition of Western Sahara's autonomy, and the situation in Burkina Faso. The conversation highlighted the importance of understanding the historical context and the role...

In this episode of African News Review, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discussed various news stories related to African countries.  They cover topics such as the Neocolonial railway boom in Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa's plans to turn South Africa into a construction site, and Total's involvement in Mozambique and Uganda.  The hosts provided critical analysis and highlight the need for A...

In this conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discussed various topics related to Africa's relationship with the Western world. They covered the impact of austerity measures imposed by multilateral lenders, the need for African countries to control their own resources, and the potential for African countries to industrialize and add value to their exports.  They also discussed Sene...

In this conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discuss various topics related to Africa and its relationship with the Western world.  They paid homage to Professor Wole Soyinka on his 90th birthday, and went into the portrayal of Africa in Western media, and the concept of sovereignty for African countries.  They also analyzed the role of Western forces in the Sahel region and the need f...

In this conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discuss the coverage of Africa in Western media and analyze various news stories. They highlight the biased and limited coverage of Africa in corporate media, focusing on the US presidential election and the protests in Kenya.  They also discuss the challenges African countries face, such as debt, lack of industrialization, and reliance on i...

In this week's episode of African News Review, Adesoji Iginla in conversation with Milton Allimadi discuss various news stories related to Africa in the Western Media  In this conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discussed recent events in Kenya, Congo, Sudan, and South Africa.  They cover topics such as protests against tax increases in Kenya, they looked controversial deals in C...

In this conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discuss various topics, including the significance of Juneteenth and the Soweto Massacre, the formation of a coalition government in South Africa, the barring of a female opposition candidate from running in Rwanda's election, and the visit of FBI Director Christopher Wray to Africa.  They critique the Western media's portrayal of...

This week's conversation with Milton Alimadi explores the role of the media and the exploitation of Africa's resources by external powers.  It begins with a discussion on Ngugi wa Thiong'o's open letter to William Ruto, criticizing his alignment with NATO and the West.  The Review then shifted to the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo, highlighting how Rwanda...

In this week's episode of  African News Review hosted by Adesoji Iginla with guest Milton Allimadi  The conversation covered a range of topics including the recent elections in South Africa, US military exercises in Africa, and the demand for reform of the global financing system.  The speakers critique the Western media's portrayal of African events and highlight the need for a more bal...

This week's conversation hosted by Adesoji Iginla featured special guest Azubuikwe Madujibeya covered the South African elections, the impact of historical ties, the struggle against apartheid, economic and political freedom, ANC's failure, compensation for apartheid victims, infrastructure development, discrimination, ANC's credibility, and international support for Palestine.  The...

In this conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discuss various news stories related to Africa. They critique the Western media's portrayal of African events and highlight the need for alternative perspectives.  They analyzed the recent coup attempt in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and the involvement of foreign powers in the region.  They also discuss Senegal's Prime M...

In this conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discuss Egypt's decision to join South Africa in a lawsuit against Israel at the International Court of Justice. They also explore the ongoing conflict in the Eastern Congo and the involvement of Rwanda, as well as the sale of troubled Kenyan tea estates to a Sri Lankan conglomerate. The conversation highlights the geopolitical dynamics...

In this conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discuss the withdrawal of US troops from Chad, the dispute between Morocco and Algeria over Western Sahara, and the importance of African youth taking charge of their countries' futures.  They highlight the need for African countries to assert their independence and control their own resources, rather than relying on foreign powers. The...

In this episode of African News Review, host Adesoji Iginla and guest Milton Allimadi delve into several critical issues facing the African continent and its diaspora.  They discuss the Democratic Republic of Congo's legal action against Apple for allegedly using illegally exported minerals, drawing parallels to the blood diamond campaign and its effectiveness in combatting resource exploitat...

In this episode, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discuss various headlines in the Western press and provide an Afrocentric perspective.  They first analyze UK business secretary Kemi Badenoch's statement that the UK's wealth isn't from white privilege and colonialism. They criticized her for debasing herself and ignoring the historical exploitation and oppression that allowed Bri...

In this conversation, Adesoji Iginla and Milton Allimadi discuss the demonization of Africa in Western media, the Rwandan genocide, and the kidnapping of the Chibok girls in Nigeria. They highlight the importance of understanding Africa's history and reclaiming its past, as well as the role of Western media in perpetuating stereotypes and disinformation. They also touch on the exploitation of...

This episode explores the intricate connections between history and generational trauma, focusing on the African experience.  Adesoji discusses how generational trauma can be transmitted through direct experiences and cultural norms, and how history plays a pivotal role in shaping collective consciousness.  His historical analysis delves into the scars of colonization and the impact of historical...

In this episode, Adesoji Iginla recommends 10 essential books that provide an extraordinary insight into the Democratic Republic of Congo.  He starts with 'King Leopold's Ghost' by Adam Hochschild, which delves into the harrowing colonial history of Congo. Other recommended books include 'Congo, Plunder and Resistance' by David Renton, David Seddon, and Leo Zeilig, 'D...

Senegal is preparing for upcoming elections, and this episode explores the key candidates, issues, and controversies surrounding the election.  The outgoing leader's legacy and the challenges faced by opposition candidates are also discussed.  The importance of female candidates and the role of the incumbent president are highlighted.  Concerns about democracy, investor confidence, and wider...

Summary I am joined on Adesoji Speaks knowledge by three Nigerians - Jesse Adeniji, Aya Fubara Eneli and Jude Ukato to answer the question above, give their take on the situation in Nigeria and proffer their solutions to some of the issues facing the country. The conversation begins with an introduction and welcome to the guests. The discussion then moves to Nigeria's expectations and its sta...

In this episode, Adesoji Iginla discusses a recent video by Eric Prince, who expresses a desire to recolonize Africa and Latin American countries.  Adesoji provides historical context and highlights the importance of understanding the true history of these continents.  He explores the denial of history by the West and the creation of stereotypes through the single story problem.  Adesoji also exam...

This episode of Adesoji Speaks Knowledge focuses on the African Cup of Nations (AFKON) and the importance of remembering the football ancestors who have contributed to the tournament.  The host, Adesoji Iginla shares personal memories of AFCON and highlights the growth of the competition over the years. The tragic plane crash of the 1993 Zambian national team is discussed, along with the team&apos...

The conversation explores the importance of teaching African history and the impact of racist depictions on African minds. It discusses the creation and dissemination of primitive images and stereotypes, as well as the role of media in perpetuating these stereotypes.  The conversation emphasizes the need for resistance and the importance of knowledge of African history in countering these narrativ...

The conversation discusses the recent ruling by the International Criminal Court (ICC) regarding Israel's actions in Gaza. It explores the response from different countries and the implications for the international rule-based order. The debate on whether the situation in Gaza constitutes genocide is also examined.  The conversation highlights the role of media coverage and the hypocrisy of s...