Conversations with African queer activists. The PAI Chat takes you on a journey across the continent, where you'll hear stories from individuals who are working to make the continent a safer, freer and happier place for the LGBTIQ+ community. Hosted by Kevin Mwachiro.

The PAI Chat is a podcast of Pan Africa ILGA and a Finger Piano Production.

Creative and media practitioner Sabelo Mnukwa explores how identities—across race, gender, class, and culture—intersect and shape our lived experiences, particularly in African contexts. Drawing from his background in psychology, philosophy, and media, Sabelo contrasts Western and African understandings of identity, highlighting the spiritual and ancestral dimensions often overlooked in dominant narratives. He discusses the media’s powerful role in either reinforcing or challenging social norms, the cultural silences around queerness and vulnerability, and how creative platforms can open space for marginalised voices.

Conversations with African queer activists. The PAI Chat takes you on a journey across the continent, where you'll hear stories from individuals who are working to make the continent a safer, freer and happier place for the LGBTIQ+ community. Hosted by Kevin Mwachiro.

The PAI Chat is a podcast of Pan Africa ILGA and a Finger Piano Production.

This episode of the Afrikan Pride Podcast explores the power of performance art as a tool for activism, healing, and community building. Host Arlana Shikongo is joined by Hannah van Tonder waMaja, an academic, researcher and co-owner of Sketch Productions, who shares insights on using theatre and live performance to challenge societal norms and uplift marginalised voices. The conversation spans Hannah’s journey into art and activism, the role of storytelling in creating safe spaces, and the importance of centring community in creative work. Through examples like her play ‘The Coin’, Hannah illustrates how art can highlight injustice, spark dialogue, and inspire transformation.