Hosted by President Olanrewaju Jay Adewole & Vice President Gedeon Baleke

PAN AFRICAN HALF HOUR

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Hosted by President Olanrewaju Jay Adewole & Vice President Gedeon Baleke The Pan-African Half Hour Show is a flagship development-focused broadcast by the African Coalition for Development (ACD) . Created to educate, inspire and influence development conversations across Africa, the show blends thought leadership, policy insights, entrepreneurship, and real African stories. Each month, President Jay Adewole and Vice President Gedeon Baleke deliver four powerful sessions covering leadership, governance, economics, culture, and transformation across the African continent.

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Hosted by President Olanrewaju Jay Adewole & Vice President Gedeon Baleke

Episodes

Africa Against Itself: Xenophobia, Unity, and the Future of Pan-Africanism 29.04.2026 39:18

In this episode of Pan African Half Hour , Jay Adewole, President of the African Coalition for Development , joins his colleague and Vice President for a timely and necessary conversation on the recent xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Together, they explore what these attacks mean for African unity, why no African should be treated as a foreigner on African soil, and how colonial borders, econo...

Middle East Oil Crisis: Is Africa Ready for the Economic Fallout? 26.03.2026 48:32

In this timely episode of Pan African Hour, Jay Adewole and Gedeon Baleke explore the unfolding oil crisis in the Middle East and its far-reaching impact on the African economy. As global tensions rise and energy markets react, Africa faces critical questions around fuel costs, inflation, economic stability, and long-term self-reliance. This conversation goes beyond the headlines to examine the ri...

How to transform Africa Using Technology 09.02.2026 42:59

How to transform Africa Using Technology

L’accès à l’internet n’est pas un luxe ,c’est une infrastructure vitale 15.12.2025 7:07

L’accès à l’internet n’est pas un luxe ,c’est une infrastructure vitale

Nigeria: The Paradox 08.12.2025 7:41

In this episode, Nigeria: The Paradox , Jay explores the complex duality of Africa’s most influential nation—immense wealth yet persistent poverty, vibrant innovation yet systemic barriers. Jay unpacks the contradictions shaping Nigeria’s economy, leadership, and business landscape, while revealing a pragmatic blueprint for unlocking the country’s true potential.

L’Alibi de la colonisation tient-elle toujours? 24.11.2025 6:34

Show Name : Développe-Moi ce Sujet Assez de surface, place au fond. Développe-moi ce sujet, c'est votre rendez-vous audio pour déconstruire les mythes et analyser les réalités de l'Afrique d'aujourd'hui. Sans langue de bois ni tabou, on s'attaque aux sujets qui fächent et aux questions qui comptent. L'objectif ? Vous donner les clés pour comprendre le monde, un sujet à la fois.

Harnessing AI and Digitalization for Africa’s Renaissance 08.10.2025 9:19

Join host Gedeon Baleke in this enlightening episode of the Pan African Half Hour, where we explore the transformative power of artificial intelligence and digitalization in shaping Africa’s future. As the continent stands at the brink of a technological revolution, Gedeon discusses how these innovations can drive sustainable growth, enhance efficiency, and promote inclusivity across various secto...

The Congo Rush 13.09.2025 2:07

Join host Jay Adewole in this compelling episode of the PAN African Half Hour, where he explores the exciting opportunities of investing in Africa’s richest country: the Democratic Republic of Congo. In this episode, Jay welcomes Gédéon Baleke, a distinguished expert in diplomacy, politics, and business from the DRC and also a co-host. With a rich background in international relations and a commit...