Blindspot Africa

In this episode of Blindspot Africa , Charles Ofori speaks with Mkhululi Ncube of the Africa Minerals Development Centre (AMDC) about two of the continent’s most important frameworks for mineral-led development: the Africa Mining Vision and the African Green Mineral Strategy . The conversation unpacks a common misconception—that the Africa Mining Vision is merely a mining policy. Instead, it is pr...

In this episode of Blindspot Africa , Charles Ofori speaks with Alaka Lugonzo , Partnerships Lead at Global Witness , on the evolving role of civil society in Africa’s extractive and energy sectors. The conversation explores how advocacy around human rights, transparency, and environmental accountability has shifted from internal civil society discussions to direct engagement with governments, inv...

In this episode of Blindspot Africa , Charles sits down with Kudakwashe Manjonjo , Just Transition Advisor at Power Shift Africa, to unpack one of the most critical questions facing the continent: how Africa can move from being a raw resource supplier to a global powerhouse in the green energy transition. The conversation explores the African Green Mineral Strategy (AGMS) , the urgency of building...

In this episode of Blindspot Africa, Kodzo hosts Dennis Asare of IMANI Africa for a focused conversation on the intersection of green business, climate action, and Africa’s development. The discussion explores how sustainable business models and the circular economy can drive economic growth while addressing the continent’s climate challenges. Dennis shares insights into emerging opportunities wit...

Blindspot Africa is a podcast examining the governance of energy and extractive resources across the African continent. Through expert conversations, policy analysis, and grounded African perspectives, the podcast unpacks power, politics, accountability, and decision-making in oil, gas, mining, and the energy transition—shining light on the blind spots that shape development outcomes in Africa.