TalkswDeems

Can We Blame It All on Colonialism? Episode 1: Rwanda, 1994 This episode examines how Belgian colonial rule transformed fluid social categories into rigid ethnic identities, while also exploring the forces that led directly to genocide: extremist propaganda like RTLM, the civil war with the Rwandan Patriotic Front, the political climate under President Juvénal Habyarimana, and the aftermath of his...

This episode is about Mohamed Hashim Mattar but it's also a message to every single Sudanese person and the world. حرام علينا لو دم الشهيد راح Shame on us if the blood of the martyr goes to waste. A phrase Mohamed Hashim said before he himself was martyred.

Episode Summary: Destined for failure- Panafricanism part 2. In this episode, We explore how colonial structures were deliberately engineered to stifle Africa's progress, foster disunity, and create long-standing conflicts, such as tribal wars, economic dependency and a rigged educational system. These structures continue to perpetuate a false narrative that Africa is dependent on external powers...

In this episode, we explore the profound legacy and ongoing relevance of Pan-Africanism. From the visionary leadership of figures like Patrice Lumumba to the founding goals of the Organization of African Unity, we reflect on how unity and solidarity have shaped Africa’s path toward liberation & examine how leaders have upheld or betrayed the Pan-African ideal & their limitations to reach their goa...

This episode is about Sudan, the proxy war that’s currently taking place there, the protests that broke out in 2018, June 3rd a day that will never be forgotten by the people of Sudan and the history of the government to current.

Just a brief introduction/ trailer of what the episodes will be on and a bit of information regarding why I chose to start this podcast.