The Long Form Podcast

Professor PLO Lumumba on the rise of Captain Ibrahim Traoré in Burkina Faso, whether Paul Kagame deserves to sit alongside Africa’s greatest revolutionaries, the truth about the M23/AFC rebellion and Donald Trump’s humiliation of Cyril Ramaphosa — and what it says about global views on African power Paid partnership with: Ntare Louisenlund International School : Go to https://ntare-louisenlund.org...

In this episode of The Long Form , I sit down with legendary journalist and thinker Charles Onyango-Obbo , a pioneer of East African journalism and a man whose career has intersected with some of the region’s most defining moments. We talk about his frontline coverage of the Rwandan Patriotic Front during the 1990s civil war , the political legacy of President Paul Kagame , the uncertain transitio...

For the first time ever, Earn Your Leisure comes to Rwanda.  In this landmark episode of The Long Form Podcast , I sit down with Rashad Bilal and Troy Milling s , the creators of Earn Your Leisure — a global movement redefining what Black wealth looks like. We talk about their first impressions of Rwanda, why Africa is a rising frontier for Black investment, and how financial literacy connects com...

From a small village to running a multi-million-dollar tech company—this is the story of Davis Nteziryayo. In this episode of The Long Form Podcast , I sit down with the Founder and CEO of Huza, a Rwandan HR fintech now valued at over $10 million, with operations across East and West Africa. We explore his journey as a software engineer turned CEO, the role of Kigali’s tech hubs like Norrsken, and...

In this special on-the-ground episode of The Long Form Podcast , I travel to Goma, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, to speak with Manzi Willy Ngarambe , the newly appointed Vice Governor of North Kivu Province . Just 100 days into his leadership under the AFC/M23 administration , we discuss his unexpected rise to power, his childhood escape from conflict, and his vision to rebuild a region lon...

In this deeply personal and important conversation, we speak with Dr. Celestin Mutuyimana, psychotherapist and founder of Baho Smile Institute, about: · Rwanda as a "traumatized, low-trust society" · Why depression and PTSD are rising · Why women suffer more, and men are dying in silence · The truth behind alcohol & drug abuse among youth · The unseen dangers of social media · What h...

In this hard-hitting episode of The Long Form Podcast , I sit down with Charles Haba , founder and Managing Director of Century Real Estate , to unpack the forces reshaping Rwanda’s real estate market. From skyrocketing property prices and rising rents to the lack of affordable housing and the influx of foreign buyers, we explore whether Kigali is headed for a property bubble—and what it means for...

In this episode of The Long Form , I sit down with Nathalie Munyampenda—CEO of Kepler and one of Rwanda’s most influential voices in education, sports and strategic communications. We dive deep into her journey from Kinshasa to Kigali, her bold leadership at Kepler University, and her insights on AI’s role in reshaping African education.  Nathalie also opens up about her experience on the RPF Disc...

In this powerful episode of The Long Form Podcast , I sit down with Ghanaian entrepreneur Fred Swaniker — founder of African Leadership University (ALU), ALX, and Sand Technologies. We discuss his deep relationship with Rwanda and President Paul Kagame, the historic decision to cut ties with Belgium, and Africa’s urgent need to adapt in the AI revolution.  Fred shares insights on entrepreneurship,...

This week on The Long Form , Sanny Ntayombya sits down with Ivan Murenzi, the Director General of the National Institute of Statistics of Rwanda (NISR), for an unfiltered conversation on data, development, and the truth behind Rwanda’s numbers. 📊 Ivan Murenzi, a seasoned expert in research, data collection, and analysis, took the helm of NISR in 2024 after serving as its Deputy Director General s...

In this compelling episode of The Long Form podcast, we sit down with Dr. Charles Murigande, a key but often overlooked figure in post-genocide Rwandan politics, to unpack pivotal moments in Rwanda’s history.  A former Rwandan ambassador and cabinet minister, Murigande shares rare insights into the early struggles of the Rwandese Patriotic Front (RPF), the 1998 Kicukiro cadre revolt, the political...

As we begin the national commemoration period today, remembering the innocent men, women and children we lost during the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, I want to highlight some of the conversations we had during the 30th commemoration last year.  LISTEN THE ENTIRE EPISODES BELOW 1. Meet The American Who Stayed When the World Left w/ Carl Wilkens :  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2qDul...

My guest this week on The Long Form podcast is Pierre Celestin Rwabukumba. An investor himself, Pierre Celestin is the CEO of the Rwandan Stock Exchange. We shall discuss Rwanda’s stock exchange, its challenges, the power of money markets in funding national investments and share practical steps in building wealth from scratch.    Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/c...

Our guest this week on The Long Form podcast is Christian Sellars. An economist by training, Christian is the CEO of T.E.S, a company he founded to help organisations and businesses improve by enhancing thier leadership practice and organisational culture. We dissect what makes a good leader, how leadership manifests today, how to unlock emotional intelligence in the workplace and answer the quest...

Our guest this week on The Long Form podcast is Dr. Vincent Biruta. Dr. Biruta is not only the Minister of Internal Security, he is also the President of the Social Democratic Party, or PSD as it is more commonly known. We discuss his early life, the genesis of involvement in Rwandan politics, the basis of PSD’s political and governance ideology and undertake to understand the role the PSD plays i...

Our guest this week on The Long Form podcast is Josh Doctson. A former NFL star, Josh relocated his entire family to Rwanda and now plans to open the first ever high-end vegan restaurant in Kigali. We shall discuss his early life and sports career, the challenges he faced managing the millions of dollars he earned from the NFL, why he chose to leave the US permanently and settle in Kigali and also...

Our guest this week is Rutendo Matinyarare. A renowned Zimbabwean activist and online voice in the Pan-African space, Rutendo is is the Chairperson of Zimbabwe Anti-Sanctions Movement (ZASM) and founder of Zimbabweans Unite Against US War Sanctions (ZUAUWS). We shall discuss his past views on Rwanda and the leadership of President Paul Kagame, Pan-Africanism, the power of media in creating narrati...

Our guest this week on The Long Form podcast is Dr. Richard Sezibera. A former minister, Dr. Sezibera’s long public career has included stints in the military and global diplomacy. We shall discuss his ideological fervor, how Africa can navigate new global realities, and whether the East African Community will reach its potential or fall on the wayside.  Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing h...

Our guest this week is Marc Hoogsteyns. Marc, a veteran Belgian journalist, has just returned  to Kigali from a five day trip to Goma, the M23 held capital of North Kivu Province DRC.  We’ll discuss what he saw in Goma and the state of the M23 after its recent victories as well as what the rebel’s aim to do moving forward. We’ll also try to predict what the future holds not just for the M23 and th...

Our guest on The Long Form is Herve Kimenyi—comedian, writer, stage director, and award-winning actor. We go backstage before his sold-out show in Kigali and discuss the highs and lows of comedy, the untold cost of making people laugh, and what makes Rwandan comedy distinct.  Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money...

Our guest this week on The Long Form podcast is Wellars Gasamagera, the Secretary General of the Rwanda Patriotic Front, Rwanda’s ruling party. Prior to his election to the position in 2023, he not only held several posts in the Party, he held different positions in Government including becoming Ambassador to Angola. We shall discuss his early life and his political awakening, the basis of RPF’s p...

As we wrap up 2024, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the incredible guests who joined us on The Long Form. Thank you for sharing your time, insights, and knowledge with us—it’s been an unforgettable journey. Check out our 2024 wrap-up episode, featuring highlights from some of the many fascinating topics we explored throughout the year. Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing htt...

Our guest this week on The Long Form podcast is Chef Billy McCormick. Chef Billy is the owner of Kigali Pizza company, the Petit Chalet restaurant in Kacyiru and the Executive Chef of one of Kigali’s latest high-end eateries, Lily Fine Dining in Kimihurura. We shall discuss his culinary journey, how he ended up in Rwanda in the middle of the Covid epidemic, the challenges he faced building his bus...

Our guest this week on The Long Form podcast is Archbishop Laurent Mbanda.  Formerly bishop of Shyira, he was enthroned as the 4th ever archbishop of the Anglican Church of Rwanda in 2018. We shall discuss his life journey, the challenges he has faced as the head of the Rwandan Anglican church, the future of Christianity in Rwanda Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/c...

Our guest this week is Ousman Touray. Ousman a Gambian Pan-Africanist, is the chairperson of the Young Ancestors Foundation. Known for his strong views on Africa, he turned down a scholarship to Canada and opted to do his masters degree in Rwanda.  #MoveAfrica #AUMigration #FreeMovement #PositiveMigration #AFRICANDiversity #AUFMP  Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/c...