In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the ongoing protests in Kenya, the decision by China to grant tariff free access for all African countries (minus Eswatini), and Ghana's economic recovery under President Mahama. They also address two questions a listener about Afrexim Bank. Listen till the end for a spicy what in the world from Kenya!

Show notes:

01:20 Protests in Kenya
12:16 China’s tariff tango
27:26 Ghana’s economic recovery
39:35 Questions from a listener
41:50 What in the world

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss some recent developments in Nigeria’s Fintech space, ongoing corruption trials involving a British-Malawian citizen, and the downgrading of Afreximbank’s credit rating by Fitch.

Time stamps:

01:00 Fintech developments
13:18 Malawi corruption trial
20:19 Afreximbank’s credit rating
32:50 What in the World

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In this episode, the hosts discuss the rise of authoritarianism in East Africa, emerging economic growth across the continent, and a diplomatic encounter between South African President Ramaphosa and former U.S. President Trump.

Time stamps:

02:47 Authoritarianism in East Africa
09:15 Green Shoots Across Africa
19:21 Trump vs Ramaphosa
30:04 What in the World

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the upcoming African Development Bank election, Meta's legal challenges across the continent, and the rise of Ibrahim Traoré in Burkina Faso. They explore the implications of these events on the continent's future, highlighting the importance of intra-African trade, the challenges posed by external influences, and the need for accountability in leadership.

Time stamps:

01:09 The Upcoming African Development Bank elections
14:50 Meta’s legal troubles in Africa
26:24 Who is Ibrahim Traoré?
46:11 What in the World

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the increasing use of "Lawfare" in various countries across the continent as a means for incumbents to retain control in election years.  The conversation then shifts to Africa's response to President Trump and the various deals being cut.  Finally, we explore the potential of mineral resources in Ghana and Nigeria.

Time stamps:

01:18 Lawfare in Ivory Coast, DRC, Tunisia, and Tanzania
16:31 The Art of the Deal: Africa’s response to Trump
25:14 Minerals in Nigeria and Ghana’s GoldBod
36:06 What in the World?

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the implications of President Trump's global tariff policy, particularly its adverse effects on African economies like Lesotho.  The conversation then shifts to the increasing involvement of Middle Eastern countries in African politics, highlighting Qatar's mediation in the DRC conflict.  Finally, we explore the potential of AI in Africa, emphasising the need for infrastructure and proactive engagement in the AI revolution.

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Bonus WITW: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIbzwrMM2Jc/?igsh=MWwwZTFiczVjOXlkbg==

Timestamps:

02:14 Trump’s tariffs
13:14 Gulf States in Africa
25:05 Africa’s AI infrastructure
36:33 What in the World?

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss: (1) the expulsion of South Africa's Ambassador to the US; (2) Nigeria’s Renewable Energy Fund and what it means; and (3) ECOWAS: Guinea Bissau, Mahama's overtures to the Alliance of Sahelian States, and the Eco.

Time stamps

02:04 South Africa’s Ambassador expelled from America
14:05 Nigeria’s Renewable Energy Fund
22:09 ECOWAS: Guinea Bissau, Mahama, and the Eco

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss: (1) the evolving foreign policy of Kenya under President William Ruto and its implications for regional diplomacy; (2) the budget crisis in South Africa, where the ANC's proposed VAT increase has sparked controversy within the coalition government; and (3) an overview of the African venture capital landscape, including the challenges faced by startups and the need for self-reliance in funding.

Time stamps

00:00 Kenya's Foreign Policy
12:35 South Africa's Budget Crisis
24:22 Africa’s VC Landscape

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the the conclusion of the Binance Brouhaha in Nigeria; USAID, Trump and his impact on Africa; and the African Union elections.

00:51 Binance controversy in Nigeria
15:19 Trump, USAID, and Africa
28:17 African Union elections

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the crisis in Goma, Congo; ECOWAS turning 50 and its future; and Nigeria shooting itself in the foot.

01:12 The Crisis in Goma
15:41 ECOWAS @ 50 and the Alliance of Sahelian States
28:11 Nigeria – one step forward, two steps back

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