For the end of the third season of SEE AFRICA BREATHE AFRICA, something completely different: an episode devoted to our own GHE Youth Spaces. We listen to the youthful participants themselves — and it makes us smile. It shall cheer you up as well, guaranteed! And when you eventually feel like supporting the program yourselves, you will head to GoFundMe, right?

HOSTS

Joe Kahiri is a Ugandan recording and performing artist and the founder of Qwela, a top Afro-fusion band. Passionate about creating a positive shift in mindset through artistic creation, he resides in Kabale (Uganda). Kahiri's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/kahiri/

Miha "Rwebandira" Logar is an adventure/cultural tourism expert, podcaster and lecturer. A Gorilla Highlands co-founder, he is an Ugandan/Slovenian national who lives in Musanze (Rwanda). Miha's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/admin/

OTHER PARTICIPATING GORILLA HIGHLANDS EXPERTS

Stephanie Brancaforte is an Italian-American activist and writer based in Sicily. She founded Rinascimento Green to promote ecological transition, and is a co-initiator of Youth Spaces.

Francois "Misigaro" Rebero, the Youth Spaces project manager, has deep interest in rural communities, equity and business. He is an undergraduate student at the African Leadership University in Kigali (Rwanda). Misigaro's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/francois/

BRIEF YET SPECIAL VOICES IN THE EPISODE

Jon Lee, the Voice of Santa Barbara: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/jon/

Omugurusi Festo Karwemera, our Patron Saint: https://gorillahighlands.com/karwemera/

To tempt you to join the Global Big Day, the worldwide party on 13 May for all those who are crazy about birds, we invited Jeanisse Hawa to our podcast. She talks about her passion for birdwatching and what it's like to be a female tour guide in Rwanda. If you've found it a bit daunting to take flight into the world of birding, this episode will show you how approachable and exciting it can be.

HOST

Miha "Rwebandira" Logar is an adventure/cultural tourism expert, podcaster and lecturer. A Gorilla Highlands co-founder, he is an Ugandan/Slovenian national who resides in Musanze (Rwanda). Miha's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/admin/

BRIEF YET SPECIAL VOICES IN THE EPISODE

Jon Lee, the Voice of Santa Barbara: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/jon/

Omugurusi Festo Karwemera, our Patron Saint: https://gorillahighlands.com/karwemera/

ADDITIONAL READING

Global Big Day main page; https://ebird.org/globalbigday

Handsome spurfowl; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Handsome_spurfowl

Kungwe apalis; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kungwe_apalis

Rwenzori turaco; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rwenzori_turaco

Tropical boubou; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tropical_boubou

Yellow-breasted apalis; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yellow-breasted_apalis

Volunteer tourism keeps gaining popularity as many people wish to combine their travel with 'giving something back'. In this episode we discuss the problematic side of the booming industry — as far as local communities are concerned. Gabriel Rwothomio Kabandole from the No White Saviors organisation helps us see things from a different perspective and offers practical and radical advice.


HOSTS

Joe Kahiri is a Ugandan recording and performing artist and the founder of Qwela, a top Afro-fusion band. Passionate about creating a positive shift in mindset through artistic creation, he resides in Kabale (Uganda). Kahiri's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/kahiri/

Miha "Rwebandira" Logar is an adventure/cultural tourism expert, podcaster and lecturer. A Gorilla Highlands co-founder, he is an Ugandan/Slovenian national who resides in Musanze (Rwanda). Miha's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/admin/


BRIEF YET SPECIAL VOICES IN THE EPISODE

Jon Lee, the Voice of Santa Barbara: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/jon/

Omugurusi Festo Karwemera, our Patron Saint: https://gorillahighlands.com/karwemera/

A dose of the ethical dimension of travel is how Allan Point (https://www.instagram.com/whereis_allan/) tries to distinguish himself from other social media influencers. Our guest from France talks about his favourite experiences in Uganda (you may be surprised), learns that Lake Bunyonyi probably isn't exceptionally deep and drops a perhaps-not-so-shocking bomb on us: should recent anti-homosexuality legislation make travellers avoid Uganda?


HOSTS

Joe Kahiri is a Ugandan recording and performing artist and the founder of Qwela, a top Afro-fusion band. Passionate about creating a positive shift in mindset through artistic creation, he resides in Kabale (Uganda). Kahiri's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/kahiri/

Miha "Rwebandira" Logar is an adventure/cultural tourism expert, podcaster and lecturer. A Gorilla Highlands co-founder, he is an Ugandan/Slovenian national who resides in Musanze (Rwanda). Miha's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/admin/


BRIEF YET SPECIAL VOICES IN THE EPISODE

Jon Lee, the Voice of Santa Barbara: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/jon/

Omugurusi Festo Karwemera, our Patron Saint: https://gorillahighlands.com/karwemera/


ADDITIONAL LISTENING AND READING

"Last Survivor of Lake Bunyonyi's Punishment Island"; https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/2021/06/22/last-survivor-of-lake-bunyonyis-punishment-island/

"What's a Gay?" and Other Ugandan Sexuality Questions"; https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/2021/06/11/whats-a-gay-and-other-ugandan-sex-questions/

"Anti-Homosexuality Bill, 2023"; https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Anti-Homosexuality_Bill,_2023

Immersing yourself in pristine wilderness doesn't need to be a romantic fantasy. You can take the plunge too, inspired by this episode's guest, Patrick Westöö. A Swedish business development expert and a seasoned traveller, Patrick has an intriguing way of getting to know our planet. He makes abrupt destination choices but then spends a long period of time in untouched nature, seeking a deep connection with the place. We talk about Patrick's fondness for old-growth woods, his extensive exploration of Rwanda's Nyungwe Forest National Park and the largely unknown side of the dormant Mt Sabyinyo volcano. Will we give you a push for a similar adventure of your own?

HOSTS

Joe Kahiri is a Ugandan recording and performing artist and the founder of Qwela, a top Afro-fusion band. Passionate about creating a positive shift in mindset through artistic creation, he resides in Kabale (Uganda). Kahiri's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/kahiri/

Miha "Rwebandira" Logar is an adventure/cultural tourism expert, podcaster and lecturer. A Gorilla Highlands co-founder, he is an Ugandan/Slovenian national who resides in Musanze (Rwanda). Miha's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/admin/

OTHER TEAM MEMBERS

Allen Arinda is the Gorilla Highlands lady specialised in bookings and guest relations. She studies tourism and hospitality in Kigali (Rwanda). Allen's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/allen/

BRIEF YET SPECIAL VOICES IN THE EPISODE

Jon Lee, the Voice of Santa Barbara: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/jon/

Omugurusi Festo Karwemera, our Patron Saint: https://gorillahighlands.com/karwemera/

In this episode we discuss a letter we received from a (European) listener who has lived in Uganda for some months. We talk about how you should interpret the term 'Muzungu' (plural: 'Bazungu') and how one could deal with potential feeling of privilege. The constant demands for financial help and the so-called 'Muzungu Price' are touched upon as well.

HOSTS

Joe Kahiri is a Ugandan recording and performing artist and the founder of Qwela, a top Afro-fusion band. Passionate about creating a positive shift in mindset through artistic creation, he resides in Kabale (Uganda). Kahiri's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/kahiri/

Miha "Rwebandira" Logar is an adventure/cultural tourism expert, podcaster and lecturer. A Gorilla Highlands co-founder, he is an Ugandan/Slovenian national who resides in Musanze (Rwanda). Miha's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/admin/

OTHER PARTICIPATING GORILLA HIGHLANDS EXPERTS

Charlotte "Nagawa" Beauvoisin is a digital marketing trainer, travel writer, foodie and blogger at Diary of a Muzungu. British by nationality, she promotes birdwatching, conservation and community tourism from a hut near Kibale Forest (Uganda). Charlotte's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/charlotte/

Owen Bright Ahereza is a Gorilla Highlands guide with special expertise in the field of hiking trips and responsible visits to Batwa "Pygmies". Accountant by profession, he also helps with finances from his home in Kabale (Uganda). Owen's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/owen/

Francois "Misigaro" Rebero, the project manager of our upcoming Youth Spaces program, has deep interest in rural communities, equity and business. He is an undergraduate student at the African Leadership University in Kigali (Rwanda). Misigaro's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/francois/

BRIEF YET SPECIAL VOICES IN THE EPISODE

Jon Lee, the Voice of Santa Barbara: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/jon/

Omugurusi Festo Karwemera, our Patron Saint: https://gorillahighlands.com/karwemera/

ARTICLES/SHOWS MENTIONED

"Thank You, Thank You, Thank You (Bunyonyi & Kabale 2008)"; Owen Bright on the Gorilla Highlands Experts blog: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/2021/11/11/thank-you-thank-you-thank-you-bunyonyi-kabale-2008/

"SABA Episode #6 — Gifts for Kids, Begging & Smart Giving"; https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/2021/12/04/gifts-for-kids-begging-smart-giving-see-africa-breathe-africa/

In this episode we discuss a letter we received from a (European) listener who has lived in Uganda for some months. We talk about how you should interpret the term ‘Muzungu’ (plural: ‘Bazungu’) and how one could deal with potential feeling of privilege. The constant demands for financial help and the so-called ‘Muzungu Price’ are touched upon as well.

HOSTS

Joe Kahiri is a Ugandan recording and performing artist and the founder of Qwela, a top Afro-fusion band. Passionate about creating a positive shift in mindset through artistic creation, he resides in Kabale (Uganda). Kahiri’s articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/kahiri/

Miha “Rwebandira” Logar is an adventure/cultural tourism expert, podcaster and lecturer. A Gorilla Highlands co-founder, he is an Ugandan/Slovenian national who resides in Musanze (Rwanda). Miha’s articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/admin/

OTHER PARTICIPATING GORILLA HIGHLANDS EXPERTS

Charlotte "Nagawa" Beauvoisin is a digital marketing trainer, travel writer, foodie and blogger at Diary of a Muzungu. British by nationality, she promotes birdwatching, conservation and community tourism from a hut near Kibale Forest (Uganda). Charlotte’s articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/charlotte/

Owen Bright Ahereza is a Gorilla Highlands guide with special expertise in the field of hiking trips and responsible visits to Batwa “Pygmies”. Accountant by profession, he also helps with finances from his home in Kabale (Uganda). Owen’s articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/owen/

Francois “Misigaro” Rebero, the project manager of our upcoming Youth Spaces program, has deep interest in rural communities, equity and business. He is an undergraduate student at the African Leadership University in Kigali (Rwanda). Misigaro’s articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/francois/

BRIEF YET SPECIAL VOICES IN THE EPISODE

Jon Lee, the Voice of Santa Barbara: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/jon/

Omugurusi Festo Karwemera, our Patron Saint: https://gorillahighlands.com/karwemera/

ARTICLES/SHOWS MENTIONED

“Thank You, Thank You, Thank You (Bunyonyi & Kabale 2008)”; Owen Bright on the Gorilla Highlands Experts blog: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/2021/11/11/thank-you-thank-you-thank-you-bunyonyi-kabale-2008/

“SABA Episode #6 — Gifts for Kids, Begging & Smart Giving”; https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/2021/12/04/gifts-for-kids-begging-smart-giving-see-africa-breathe-africa/

This time we revisit a topic that we introduced in episode #7 — Rwanda's extraordinary Congo Nile Trail. But while a hiking guide answered common questions about it then, we are now interviewing two brave travellers who did it by themselves. In January 2023 Martin Hicks from the UK and Ania Kolodziejczak from Poland walked its entire 220+ kilometre length pretty much unsupported. Joined by Enock Musabyimana who has been leading guests on the Trail for almost a decade, Miha and Kahiri explore the advantages and disadvantages of doing such a grand trek independently. What did they pack? What problems did they encounter along the way? And maybe the most important question: how many times did they get lost? This is a must-listen episode for anyone who dreams about exploring rural Rwanda in an unusual way.

HOSTS

Joe Kahiri is a Ugandan recording and performing artist and the founder of Qwela, a top Afro-fusion band. Passionate about creating a positive shift in mindset through artistic creation, he resides in Kabale (Uganda). Kahiri's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/kahiri/

Miha "Rwebandira" Logar is an adventure/cultural tourism expert, podcaster and lecturer. A Gorilla Highlands co-founder, he is an Ugandan/Slovenian national who resides in Musanze (Rwanda). Miha's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/admin/

BRIEF YET SPECIAL VOICES IN THE EPISODE

Jon Lee, the Voice of Santa Barbara: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/jon/

Omugurusi Festo Karwemera, our Patron Saint: https://gorillahighlands.com/karwemera/

ADDITIONAL LISTENING AND READING

"SABA Episode #7 — Congo Nile Trail & Staring at the Muzungu"; https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/congo-nile-trail-see-africa-breathe-africa-episode-7/

Congo Nile Trail main page with expert advice; https://gorillahighlands.com/congo-nile-trail/

Congo Nile Trail stories on our blog; https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/tag/congo-nile-trail/

And now for real — with a new jingle that will simplify our production, we are entering the third season of the SEE AFRICA BREATHE AFRICA weekly podcast!

Are you one of those travellers who like to seriously consider their impact on the area they visit? Or do you prefer taking it as lightly as a one-night stand? Ever thought of how the duration of one's stay in Africa could affect the environment, culture and local people in general? But do you lack time or resources for a prolonged summer romance? This episode discusses how your trip can bring positive results while adding to your fun along the way.

HOSTS

Joe Kahiri is a Ugandan recording and performing artist and the founder of Qwela, a top Afro-fusion band. Passionate about creating a positive shift in mindset through artistic creation, he resides in Kabale (Uganda). Kahiri's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/kahiri/

Miha "Rwebandira" Logar is an adventure/cultural tourism expert, podcaster and lecturer. A Gorilla Highlands co-founder, he is an Ugandan/Slovenian national who resides in Musanze (Rwanda). Miha's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/admin/

OTHER PARTICIPATING GORILLA HIGHLANDS EXPERTS

Marcus Westberg is a multiple award-winning photographer and writer from Sweden whose work — covering conservation, wildlife and travel — appears regularly in the New York Times and other global publications. He lives close to Lisbon (Portugal). Marcus's articles: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/marcus/

BRIEF YET SPECIAL VOICES IN THE EPISODE

Jon Lee, the Voice of Santa Barbara: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/daily-dose/author/jon/

Omugurusi Festo Karwemera, our Patron Saint: https://gorillahighlands.com/karwemera/

ARTICLES/SHOWS MENTIONED

"Can Primate Parachuters Be Responsible Tourists?"; Miha Logar on the Gorilla Highlands Experts blog: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/can-primate-parachuters-be-responsible-tourists/

"In Defence of (Some) Tourism"; Marcus Westberg in Africa Geographic: https://africageographic.com/stories/in-defense-of-some-tourism/

"SABA Episode #11 — Eco, Sustainable or Responsible Tourism? It's Clear (at Least to Harold Goodwin)!"; Joe Kahiri and Miha Logar: https://experts.gorillahighlands.com/ecotourism-sustainable-tourism-responsible-tourism-harold-goodwin-see-africa-breathe-africa-episode-11/

For the show notes and a reflection at the end of the season please click here.