DDP Podcasts

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The podcast currently has 95 episodes available.

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July 31, 2026 Africa Connect: Iran-Israel-USA War Effects on Africa
About the Podcast
Africa Connect is a podcast series aimed at exploring African topics around democracy. It runs on the theme: Deepening Democracy through information.
About the Episode
In case you missed it, catch the waves re-run of the interview between our very own Dr Paul Kariuki and Shafiq Morton from The Voice of the Cape that airs on 91.3FM. The new segment, African Mirror in News Beat (every Thursday @12:24PM GMT +2) tackles African issues and on the 26th of March 2026 discussed the implications of the Iran-Israel-USA conflict on Africa.
About the guest
Yolokazi Mfuto is a development practitioner and political analyst with expertise in youth development, human rights, and governance. She has worked with the University of Fort Hare, UNFPA, the Pan African Parliament, and the Democracy Development Program, driving initiatives that support young people across Africa. She is also a published commentator on politics and development and is currently pursuing a Master's degree in Multidisciplinary Human Rights at the University of Pretoria.
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18min
July 31, 2026 Africa Connect: Justice For Her
About the Podcast
Africa Connect is a podcast series aimed at exploring African topics around democracy. It runs on the theme: Deepening Democracy through information.
About the Episode
In case you missed it, catch the waves re-run of the interview between our very own Dr Paul Kariuki and Shafiq Morton from The Voice of the Cape that airs on 91.3FM. The new segment, African Mirror in News Beat (every Thursday @12:24PM GMT +2) tackles African issues and on the 19th of March 2026 discussed the involvement of women in the development of the African continent
About the guest
Dr. Paul Kariuki holds a Ph.D. in Administration (Public Administration) from the University of
KwaZulu Natal (UKZN). He is the Executive Director of the Democracy Development Program
(DDP), a national think tank based in Durban, South Africa
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10min
July 31, 2026 African Connect: Trade Barometer
About the Podcast
Africa Connect is a podcast series aimed at exploring African topics around democracy. It runs on the theme: Deepening Democracy through information.
About the Episode
In case you missed it, catch the waves re-run of the interview between our very own Dr Paul Kariuki and Shafiq Morton from The Voice of the Cape that airs on 91.3FM. The new segment, African Mirror in News Beat (every Thursday @12:24PM GMT +2) tackles African issues and on the 12th of March 2026 discussed the Trade Barometer.
About the guest
Dr. Paul Kariuki holds a Ph.D. in Administration (Public Administration) from the University of
KwaZulu Natal (UKZN). He is the Executive Director of the Democracy Development Program
(DDP), a national think tank based in Durban, South Africa
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16min
March 06, 2026 Africa Connect - Africa's aviation industry amidst Middle East crisis
About the Podcast
Africa Connect is a podcast series aimed at exploring African topics around democracy. It runs on the theme: Deepening Democracy through information.
About the Episode
In case you missed it, catch the waves re-run of the interview between our very own Dr Paul Kariuki and Shafiq Morton from The Voice of the Cape that airs on 91.3FM. The new segment, African Mirror in News Beat (every Thursday @12:24PM GMT +2) tackles African issues and on the 5th of March 2026 discussed the implications of the Middle East crisis on Africa's aviation industry.
About the guest
Dr. Paul Kariuki holds a Ph.D. in Administration (Public Administration) from the University of
KwaZulu Natal (UKZN). He is the Executive Director of the Democracy Development Program
(DDP), a national think tank based in Durban, South Africa
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16min
March 06, 2026 Africa Connect - AGOA: Africa's trade future - Opportunities and Challenges
About the Podcast
Africa Connect is a podcast series aimed at exploring African topics around democracy. It runs on the theme: Deepening Democracy through information.
About the Episode
In case you missed it, catch the waves re-run of the interview between our very own Dr Paul Kariuki and Shafiq Morton from The Voice of the Cape that airs on 91.3FM. The new segment, African Mirror in News Beat (every Thursday @12:24PM GMT +2) tackles African issues and on the 26th of February 2026 discussed the implications of the renewed AGOA contract.
About the guest
Dr. Paul Kariuki holds a Ph.D. in Administration (Public Administration) from the University of
KwaZulu Natal (UKZN). He is the Executive Director of the Democracy Development Program
(DDP), a national think tank based in Durban, South Africa
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18min
March 06, 2026 Africa Connect - 39th AU Summit
About the Podcast
Africa Connect is a podcast series aimed at exploring African topics around democracy. It runs on the theme: Deepening Democracy through information.
About the Episode
In case you missed it, catch the waves re-run of the interview between our very own Dr Paul Kariuki and Shafiq Morton from The Voice of the Cape that airs on 91.3FM. The new segment, African Mirror in News Beat (every Thursday @12:24PM GMT +2) tackles African issues and on the 19th of February 2026 discussed the implications of the 39th AU Summit.
About the guest
Dr. Paul Kariuki holds a Ph.D. in Administration (Public Administration) from the University of
KwaZulu Natal (UKZN). He is the Executive Director of the Democracy Development Program
(DDP), a national think tank based in Durban, South Africa
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14min
March 06, 2026 Africa Connect - What can people expect from the SONA?
About the Podcast
Africa Connect is a podcast series aimed at exploring African topics around democracy. It runs on the theme: Deepening Democracy through information.
About the Episode
In case you missed it, catch the waves re-run of the interview between our very own Dr Paul Kariuki and Shafiq Morton from The Voice of the Cape that airs on 91.3FM. The new segment, African Mirror in News Beat (every Thursday @12:24PM GMT +2) tackles African issues and on the 12th of February 2026 discussed possible outcomes from the SONA 2026 session.
About the guest
Dr. Paul Kariuki holds a Ph.D. in Administration (Public Administration) from the University of
KwaZulu Natal (UKZN). He is the Executive Director of the Democracy Development Program
(DDP), a national think tank based in Durban, South Africa
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11min
February 06, 2026 Africa Connect: Politics Gone Viral - Uganda-US co-operation at stake
About the Podcast
Africa Connect is a podcast series aimed at exploring African topics around democracy. It runs on the theme: Deepening Democracy through information.
About the Episode
In case you missed it, catch the waves re-run of the interview between our very own Thelma Nyarhi and Shafiq Morton from The Voice of the Cape that airs on 91.3FM. The new segment, African Mirror on News Beat (every Thursday @12:24PM GMT +2) tackles African issues and on the 5th of February 2026 it focused on the prevailing notions of political heirs within governance with particular focus on the Uganda-US social media implications
About the guest
Thelma N. Nyarhi is currently pursuing her PhD studies in Anthropology at the University of Cape Town (UCT). Her research interests lie within migration, democracy, citizenship, identity and belonging. She is a Researcher at the Democracy Development Program (DDP), a national think tank based in Durban, South Africa.
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17min
February 06, 2026 Africa Connect: US 1% LEVY TAX on Diaspora Remittances Threaten Africa's Financial Flows
About the Podcast
Africa Connect is a podcast series aimed at exploring African topics around democracy. It runs on the theme: Deepening Democracy through information.
About the Episode
In case you missed it, catch the waves re-run of the interview between our very own Dr Paul Kariuki and Shafiq Morton from The Voice of the Cape that airs on 91.3FM. The new segment, African Mirror in News Beat (every Thursday @12:24PM GMT +2) tackles African issues and on the 29th of January 2026 discussed the implications of the US 1% Levy Tax on Diaspora Remittances.
About the guest
Dr. Paul Kariuki holds a Ph.D. in Administration (Public Administration) from the University of
KwaZulu Natal (UKZN). He is the Executive Director of the Democracy Development Program
(DDP), a national think tank based in Durban, South Africa
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15min
February 06, 2026 Africa Connect: Why Electoral Authoritarianism in Africa is Undesirable for the Continents Economic and Political Stability
About the Podcast
Africa Connect is a podcast series aimed at exploring African topics around democracy. It runs on the theme: Deepening Democracy through information.
About the Episode
In case you missed it, catch the waves re-run of the interview between our very own Dr Paul Kariuki and Shafiq Morton from The Voice of the Cape that airs on 91.3FM. The new segment, African Mirror in News Beat (every Thursday @12:24PM GMT +2) tackles African issues and on the 22nd of January 2026 discussed the implications of electoral authoritarianism in Africa.
About the guest
Dr. Paul Kariuki holds a Ph.D. in Administration (Public Administration) from the University of
KwaZulu Natal (UKZN). He is the Executive Director of the Democracy Development Program
(DDP), a national think tank based in Durban, South Africa
...more
20min

FAQs about DDP Podcasts:

How many episodes does DDP Podcasts have?

The podcast currently has 95 episodes available.