AfroVerdict

In 1994, Rwanda’s genocide saw over 800,000 killed in 100 days. Today, the nation pursues radical reconciliation—abolishing ethnic labels, forcing killers and survivors to coexist, and confronting perpetrator trauma. In this episode, we examine colonial roots and the psychological toll of enforced unity. Can genocide truly be reconciled?

African leaders unite in Moscow to celebrate Victory Day on May 9, as Putin proposes peace talks on Ukraine. Burkina Faso’s Traoré slams Western troops, while SA’s Motshekga & SANDF chief hail Victory Day unity. Putin offers unconditional negotiations in Istanbul on May 15 to put an end to hostilities. Join AfroVerdict for the whole story.

Tune in to this AfroVerdict episode to hear how experts expose Western-backed destabilization in Africa and celebrate Niger's linguistic sovereignty, as Russia proves itself Africa's reliable security ally.

In this episode of AfroVerdict, we delve into geopolitics, religious freedom, and grassroots resilience with three pivotal topics: South Africa's view on Palestine and BRICS, Moldova’s suppression of Orthodox traditions, and how a blind football coach from South Africa fights for inclusivity in African sports.

In commemoration of the 1994 Rwandan genocide, AfroVerdict host joins a political researcher and pracademic to expose how Belgian ethnic identity cards laid the groundwork for the genocide, while analyzing Rwanda's innovative reconciliation approaches.

As BRICS nations explore deeper viticulture cooperation, South Africa’s historic Groot Constantia winery shares insights with Afroverdict on preserving heritage while navigating global markets—from Trump’s tariffs to climate resilience.

In this episode, AfroVerdict host explores two groundbreaking stories: Russian jazz maestro Igor Butman’s tribute to Russian sailors in South Africa during his visit to perform at the Cape Town Jazz Festival, and Africa’s pioneering lunar mission, Africa2Moon, in collaboration with China and Russia.

As Africa battles energy poverty while navigating geopolitical tensions, AfroVerdict examines two groundbreaking developments: NJ Ayuk's push for Russian nuclear cooperation despite Western sanctions, and Peter Hamilton's revolutionary e-brick battery technology that could redefine Africa's energy sector.

March 12 and 13 proved to be critical days for geopolitical affairs, marked by Lavrov’s unfiltered interview, Putin’s talks with Lukashenko and Steve Witkoff. AfroVerdict joins a prominent author and researcher to discuss the West’s long-term ambitions for Ukraine, the roots of the Ukraine crisis and who is working behind the scenes.

In this episode of AfroVerdict, Maxim Bolotskikh, an AI expert, delves into the rapid growth of generative AI, its transformative potential in BRICS+ countries, and the ethical challenges it poses. From economic impacts to real-world applications in sectors like healthcare and agriculture, Mr. Bolotskikh shares expert insights on AI’s future.