1000 African Voices

In this episode Tshedza talks about Technology, Education, Hunting, Video games etc.If you ever wanted to get into the mind of a 12 year old then this is the episode for you.

What’s the one thing the education department should do to help scholars?

We cover African warriors, Stephen Hawking, Neil deGrasse Tyson, the black hole, video games and many other wide ranging topics.

Fascinating conversation.

This episode features the 2018 SA Idols Season 14 Winner, 17 year old Yanga Sobetwa. The youngest ever winner of Idols SA.In this episode Yanga talks about why she decided to enter the competition, clarifies whether she dropped out of school or not to enter the competition and relives some of her childhood memories.What does she want to do with her R1 million ($70k)?Click the play button above to find out.

This Episode features South African DJ, Zinhle Jiyane commonly known DJ Zinhle. Zinhle is an award winning DJ, TV Presenter, Author, Producer and all-rounder awesome person among other things.Zinhle Jiyane aka DJ Zinhle has become one of the most celebrated female house DJs in South Africa. With over a decade of experience in the entertainment industry, she has become a household name in the South African music scene and has since received nominations for various award ceremonies such as Metro FM Awards and South African Music Awards. In this episode we find out about the person who influenced her to become a DJ, the reason she would run home after school everyday, and why her dad named one of the dogs Braxton.You can find Zinhle everywhere by following her on the different social media platforms;Twitter - @DJZinhleInstagram - djzinhleFacebook - Dj Zinhle#djzinhle#1000africanvoices

This Episode features Job Mwaura, Kenyan PhD Student at Wits University, Johannesburg, South Africa. He is a Teaching Assistant and a PhD student of Media Studies at Wits University. His current role includes teaching and researching on digital Media in Africa and to perform other administrative in my department .

He has won a number of awards such as the Postgraduate Merit Award at Wits University and he is also a Next Generation of Social Science Researchers (SSRC) fellow. Previously, he taught Journalism, and Public Relations at Moi University and also worked as a Media Researcher at European Research Council and NCIC-Kenya. He has authored and co-authored a number of peer reviewed journal articles, book chapters conference papers and other research papers and reports. He is passionate about music and I also love to travel. 

Twitter - @jobmwaura

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This Episode features, Ayobami Ayoola Ayolola, Actor (Nollywood), Speaker, Singer and 5th Winner of the Project Fame West Africa.He was born in Kano, Nigeria until he moved to Lagos in 2001. He graduated with a Biochemistry qualification from Covenant University, Ogun State, Nigeria.In 2012, he won Project Fame West Africa. In 2015. he put his music on hold in order to pursue a career in the movie industry. He has since featured in notable productions including but not limited to; Skinny Girl in Transit (Ndani TV on YouTube), The Men's Club (RedTV on YouTube) and If I am President among others.

In this episode we speak about Nollywood, Ayoola's love of music, life in Nigeria, exercise and his general views on Africa. Really good episode.

Follow Ayoola primarily on Instagram (ayo_olla)and Twitter (@theAyoola)#nigeria #naija #1000africanvoices

This Episode features Lazola Belle, Thought Leader, Public Speaker, MC, Facilitator, Founder and Executive Member, SIT Investment Club; Founder and Strategic Consultant, Epiphany Consulting; Program Manager, Training Manager and Facilitator, Velisa Africa Academy. His latest work is a project called Hadithi Ya (The Story of) Africa where together with his co-founders they aim to share a curated set of true African stories.

In a world that has become increasingly digital, Lazola tackles topics on how the current and future technology can be used to advance developmental opportunities on the continent of Africa. He spends some of his time traveling the continent in view of understanding how it can better be connected to facilitate trade and development. One of his goals is to visit all 54 African countries in the next couple of years.  

Twitter: @lazolabelle

Facebook: Lazola Belle

Linkedin: https://za.linkedin.com/in/lazolabelle

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This Episode features Gabriel Ozoko, MC, Comedian, Model, Actor, Entrepreneur and Professional Footballer.Angel Gabriel has appeared in numerous music videos, known for his energetic dance moves. He is the Minister of laughter and the initiator of Laughter Republic. Generally, laughter republic is the coming together of comedians and musicians around Africa to celebrate comedy and the beauty of the talent in Africa.Angel Gabriel is also an award winning comedian. In 2017 he scooped the comedian of the year award at the Nigerian Community Excellency Awards. He is again nominated for the Nigerian ADARA Awards 2018. Recently Angel Gabriel travelled to the United Kingdom for the ‘crack ya ribs ‘comedy event which was on 26 August 2018.

Facebook - Ozoko GabrielInstagram - @officialangelgabrielYouTube - Laughter Republic#naija#nigeria

This Episode features Njeri Kihang'ah Chege, an award winning journalist and Founder of MentorMe Project, a social enterprise that prepares people for the world of work.

Njeri is experienced in global media, international relations as well as events management. Previously she worked for the United Nations, Nation Media Group among others. She is the convener of Aspire Conference, an annual meet up that brings together both young entrepreneurs and seasoned influencers for life-changing conversations. In October 2018, Njeri was accorded the honour of addressing a TEDx event in Eldoret, Kenya. Njeri Kihang’ah is also a Groove award-winning gospel singer/songwriter and worship leader having released songs like Shuka Swahili for rain down) and Fill This Place.

She is married to TV & Film director/producer Martin Chege and together they raise their son, Jabali.

You can reach out to Njeri for more information on her projects through the following channels;

LinkedIn/Facebook - Njeri Kihang'ah ChegeTwitter - @NjeriKihangah and @mentormekeInstagram - MrsChege

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1000 African Voices is more than just a podcast. It is a project aimed at breaking down the boundaries that divide us as a people. The boundaries that divide our beautiful continent of Africa. You can listen to the promo by clicking the Play button..

This Episode features Emmanuel Yegon, Certified Storyteller, Journalist, Digital Media Consultant, Youth Advocate, Independent Photographer and Brand Marketer.

Emmanuel Yegon is an all-around communicator who is passionate about photography, poetry, broadcast journalism and digital strategy. He has worked with top media brands in Kenya and garnered a wealth of experience. He has extensive knowledge of Social Media landscapes, networks and toolsets. He is committed to growth in the field of communication and best practice of journalism. He’s a 4th-year student pursuing a bachelor’s degree in communication in Moi University (Source - https://yegonemmanuel.com/about-me/)

You can find Emmanuel by following him on;

@yegonemmanuel_

https://www.facebook.com/yegonemmanuel.me?ref=br_rs

https://yegonemmanuel.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuel-yegon-381475b7/

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