On PERSPECTIVES we host Isaac Mwanza & Chola lungu-Mutoni (Zambia), Emmanuel Ndhlovu (Zimbabwe) and Jacob Ouma (Kenya) distinguished young Africans who have shown or provided  leadership who are in the Unites States for the Washington Fellowship on leadership development. The six weeks long leadership program has drawn young African leaders from Eastern, Western and Southern African countries on a continued working and leadership program developed under what was initially known as the President's Forum for Young African Leaders. They join us this Saturday to discuss their experiences in the leadership training program.

This week on Diaspora Truth we feature Zambian Afro-Jazz songstress Yvonne Mwale  who has just released her latest record “Ninkale – Let It Be” in Frankfurt (Germany).

With her latest album Yvonne Mwale is further establishing her position in the global World Music scene. First reviewers have been excited about the artistic and technical quality that take Zambian music to a whole new level. The album is available in all popular music stores and streaming services around the world (e.g. iTunes, Amazon, Google Play, Spotify, Deezer and many more).

 In July Yvonne will perform at the Africa Festival in Stuttgart (Germany).

We speak to the amazing songstress to talk about her musical journey, why her music is important, and how it is affecting how Africa is perceived in Europe!

Diasporan Truth airs at 6 a.m. PST, 9 a.m. EST, 14 hrs BST, 15 hrs CAT.

You can participate on the show by:

calling 1-347-237-4270 (this number is also Skype ready)

sending a tweet to @zambiablogradio or @bookwormgiraffe

posting a message on our Facebook wall

This week on Diaspora Truth we feature Zambian Afro-Jazz songstress Yvonne Mwale  who has just released her latest record “Ninkale – Let It Be” in Frankfurt (Germany).

With her latest album Yvonne Mwale is further establishing her position in the global World Music scene. First reviewers have been excited about the artistic and technical quality that take Zambian music to a whole new level. The album is available in all popular music stores and streaming services around the world (e.g. iTunes, Amazon, Google Play, Spotify, Deezer and many more).

 In July Yvonne will perform at the Africa Festival in Stuttgart (Germany).

We speak to the amazing songstress to talk about her musical journey, why her music is important, and how it is affecting how Africa is perceived in Europe!

Diasporan Truth airs at 6 a.m. PST, 9 a.m. EST, 14 hrs BST, 15 hrs CAT.

You can participate on the show by:

calling 1-347-237-4270 (this number is also Skype ready)

sending a tweet to @zambiablogradio or @bookwormgiraffe

posting a message on our Facebook wall

On PERSPECTIVES we host Isaac Mwanza & Chola lungu-Mutoni (Zambia), Emmanuel Ndhlovu (Zimbabwe) and Jacob Ouma (Kenya) distinguished young Africans who have shown or provided  leadership who are in the Unites States for the Washington Fellowship on leadership development. The six weeks long leadership program has drawn young African leaders from Eastern, Western and Southern African countries on a continued working and leadership program developed under what was initially known as the President's Forum for Young African Leaders. They join us this Saturday to discuss their experiences in the leadership training program.

Join your host on Solutions tonight for a 30 minutes conference Psalmists special on the upcoming Fresh Aroma Zambia Jubilee Conference to be held August 1st - 4th at Intercontinental Hotel, Haille Sellasie Avenue , Lusaka Zambia. call 347-237-4270, 11pm Eastern, 10pm Central,4am, London, 5am Zambia, 6am Kenya.

Join your host on Solutions tonight for a 30 minutes conference Psalmists special on the upcoming Fresh Aroma Zambia Jubilee Conference to be held August 1st - 4th at Intercontinental Hotel, Haille Sellasie Avenue , Lusaka Zambia. call 347-237-4270, 11pm Eastern, 10pm Central,4am, London, 5am Zambia, 6am Kenya.

Join your host Prophetess Mwaka on solutions tonight as she talks about the upcoming Fresh Aroma Zambia Jubilee Conference August 1-4th in Lusaka Zambia

Join your host Prophetess Mwaka on solutions tonight as she talks about the upcoming Fresh Aroma Zambia Jubilee Conference August 1-4th in Lusaka Zambia

Join us for our World Cup roundup with renown soccer commentator and administrator Simataa Simataa. He will share his views on the ongoing World Cup in Brazil which is entering its second round this weekend with defending champions Spain already out of contention, it leaves an open competition with the African teams not exhibiting much competitiveness. Simataa once served as acting FAZ president and has also many years of club level management experience during his time at City of Lusaka and currently . Join us for an exciting analysis of the teams, players, officials and media coverage world wide at the world's largest sporting event.

What do you do when you have a  passion for film and storytelling but there is a lack of relatable stories and an inaccurate representation of black people in the industry?

You tell your own stories! 

GetNeeks is a new media entertainment network all about telling stories simple or complex. Stories that are a true reflection of of the lives of people of colour. 

On this episode of Diaspora Truth, host Twaambo Kapilikisha speaks to  Monique Needham ( founder ) and Reenie Chimangah ( Content creator / publicist for GetNeeks and also Editor in Chief for Chaud Magazine ) about GetNeeks, how they are telling stories our way, why collaboration with creatives is important and what exciting projects they are working on!

What is the creative process of web series?  Why are they important? How are webisodes a creative medium for black men and women to share their stories and creativity?

Diasporan Truth airs at 6 a.m. PST, 9 a.m. EST, 14 hrs BST, 15 hrs CAT.

You can participate on the show by:

calling 1-347-237-4270 (this number is also Skype ready)

Follow and  interact with us on twitter via @diasporatruth or @zambiablogradio