The final episode of Zazi’s first season takes the listeners to Accra (Ghana) to unpack the lifestyle associated with "Detty December” (Dirty December). Indeed, it has become a ritual for Africans in the UK/US diaspora to return to Accra and indulge in all the festivities Ghana has to offer during the month of December. The hosts are joined in this discussion by Gabriel Myers Hansen, a prolific Ghanaian music writer and author of the upcoming essay, “21 Nights in Accra”. Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook

It takes a village...

In this episode, Christine and Patricia discuss the complexities and challenges of motherhood, societal expectations placed on women to become mothers, generational differences in parenting approaches, the importance of support systems and 'villages' for raising children, evolving family dynamics and non-traditional approaches to childrearing across cultures, and the patriarchal notions of the 'ideal woman'.

Also featured in this episode, a couple of women share what they have learned from motherhood, or from simply being an ‘African woman.’ Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook

Sustainably sourced Tea Topics and self-care solutions.

Sipping some tea under the Morula Tree, scratching the surface of topical events like Tupac, Burna Boy, Beyonce and Blue Ivy, plus some self-care guidance from guest Tuduetso Tebape of Nubian Seed. Nubian Seed, and African Apothecary. Natural and organic products from the African soil for skin and hair · Join the Zazi community for additional information to support our podcast conversations · Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook

The starting blocks of African Linguistic indigenisation - Abakhohlwanga

Taking steps towards embracing our Mother Tongues with Gomolemo Monye from SP Language Academy. Clarifying the where, how, and why of learning our African languages.

Music credits: Sibusile Xaba - Abakhohlwanga // Ngiwu Shwabada (2020)

Opening lyric translation from isiZulu to English:

Abakhohlwanga. Abazikhohlwanga. Abanikhohlwanga.

They did not forget. They did not forget themselves. They have not forgotten you. SP Language Academy is your ally in learning African Languages, young or old · Curated playlist: a musical exhibition of the myriad of indigenous languages spoken across our beloved African continent · Follow the charismatic guitar savant Sibusile Xaba for new music, performances, and tour dates · Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook

Hop on board the @Popi_Sibiya Express!

Drink from the well of fearless vlogger Popi Sibiya as she chronicles her explorations up the West Coast of Africa with Zazi. Road trippin' from the Capital of South Africa, with Ghana as her ultimate destination, listeners get to experience Namibia all the way to Cameroon, thanks to a vivid conversation that brings you along for the voyage. Follow her on Instagram or TikTok to trek beside her to the "Land of Gold" @Popi_Sibiya Popi Sibiya's Instagram profile · Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook

An effervescent overview of events across Africa this spring.

Spring is the season of Na Enjoyment in the southern hemisphere and the hosts of Zazi are dishing out where on the continent you can get your fix of the fun over this season and beyond. The 5th Mitambo International Theatre Festival, 28 - 30 September 2023 · 2023 ACCESS happening in Dar Es Salaam, 09 - 11 November 2023 · The Marafiki Festival takes place 05 - 08 October 2023 in Dar Es Salaam · Zakes Bantwini presents · Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook

The soundtrack to our lives.

In acknowledgement of World Music Day (June 21), the hosts dive more into their shared passion - music. Covering an assortment of perspectives from earliest music memories, melodies vs lyrics, anthems, rumba music, and international idols Tupac and Beyonce.

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A phonic voyage.

To commemorate DR Congo's Independence Day, Patricia guides listeners through Congo, unpacking its history, Patrice Lumumba, the notable Mobutu, the "Rumble in the Jungle" and more. Watch Patrice Lumumba's Independence speech (with English subtitles) · Listen to our Spotify playlist · Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook

Africa Day musings.

Recorded during Africa month, Christine and Patricia discuss the meaning of Africa Day, the perceived role of the African Union, and what being African means to them.

They also discuss African artists and share music recommendations.

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In this episode, co-hosts Christine Msibi and Patricia Yumba M. invite the listeners to join them on a journey to unpack our African identities and our stories.

They discuss the meaning of "Zazi", how the podcast idea came about, the type of content and topics you can expect, and a little bit more about themselves. Follow Zazi on Instagram · Zazi on Facebook