The Ahaki Podcast

Winnie Byanyima

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Dr Tom Mulisa

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Mildred Mapingure's story

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This episode explores the importance of nurturing professionals from diverse fields to transform sexual and reproductive health in Africa. The guest discusses how integrating perspectives from medicine, law, public health, education, and advocacy can lead to more inclusive and effective SRH responses. The conversation highlights the need to reimagine training, mentorship, and collaboration to supp...

Dr. Peter Igogo, a seasoned medical practitioner, shed light on the complex intersection of law and medicine, particularly in the realm of Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) services in Kenya. Drawing from his two decades of experience in the country, Dr. Igogo highlighted the challenges faced by healthcare providers and patients alike. He emphasized the need for legislators to gain firs...

Dr. Kangaude, a prominent figure in Malawi's reproductive health landscape, shares insights on the strategies CSOs are employing to advance reproductive justice in Malawi. He emphasizes the critical role of advocacy in raising awareness, influencing policy, and challenging discriminatory laws. Collaboration between African countries, he argues, is essential to share experiences, strengthen regiona...

In this episode, we host Chirisa Isheanesu, the Executive Director of Women and The Law in Southern Africa (WLSA). Chirisa delves into the complexities of reproductive justice in Zimbabwe, highlighting the significant barriers women face in accessing essential reproductive health services. She discusses the groundbreaking work of WLSA in challenging these barriers and advocating for women's rights...

In this episode, Khanyisa Mapipa, a seasoned human rights lawyer from South Africa, shares her invaluable experiences and insights on the challenges and triumphs of litigating reproductive justice in her country. Mapipa delved into the complexities of navigating a legal landscape that, while progressive on paper, often presents significant barriers to accessing reproductive healthcare. She highlig...

This episode offers a rare opportunity to hear from a judge, Justice Mandala Mambulasa. A distinguished judge of the High Court of Malawi, Justice Mambulasa brings a unique perspective, sharing his experiences and insights on the challenges and opportunities of litigating reproductive justice in Southern Africa, leveraging Malawi's landscape. He also explores the critical role of the judiciary in...

Anand Grover, Director of Lawyers Collective in India, featured on the second series of the Ahaki podcast, "Reimagining a Regional Africentric Approach to Litigating Reproductive Justice through South-to-South Knowledge Exchange." In his episode, Grover delved into India's experiences and lessons learned in advocating for reproductive justice. He discussed the challenges and successes advocates fa...

In commemoration of #WorldHealthDay2024, let's remember the crucial role of functional health systems, particularly in Africa. #TheAhakiPodcast dives deep with Prof. Omaswa on building resilient health systems. He leverages lessons and perspectives from across Africa, highlighting how the COVID-19 era exposed vulnerabilities and underscored the urgent need for strong primary healthcare systems...

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Dr. Mulumba Moses leverages his personal story in this episode. He describes growing up in a hospital environment with his mother, a nurse. This experience, he explains, deeply influenced him and became the inspiration behind his work. It fueled his passion to establish CSOs like CEHURD and Afya na Haki and ultimately drove him to pursue initiatives that have advanced health, human rights, and SRH...

"Long before the colonialists' arrival, Africans possessed a rich tradition of healthcare and a sophisticated system of traditional medicine, treating diseases with herbs, minerals, and other methods. Their approach was rooted in a deep understanding of the natural world, allowing them to distinguish beneficial plants from harmful ones. This knowledge passed down through generations, ensu...

In this episode, Dr Mulumba Moses gives a preamble of what the Ahaki podcast is about.