African (Dis)Unity? South Africans, Nigerians & The Truth We Avoid

We often speak about African unity as if it is automatic.But beneath that idea are real tensions — between countries, communities, and people.In this episode of Context, Sebenzile Nkambule explores the ongoing friction between South Africans and Nigerians, using it as a lens to examine deeper questions about identity, migration, economic pressure, and belonging on the continent.This conversation unpacks:the history of tensions and key incidents between South Africans and Nigeriansthe role of economic competition and systemic failurehow narratives and perceptions shape conflictwhy avoiding difficult conversations weakens unitywhat it will take to build meaningful collaboration across AfricaAt its core, this episode asks:Are the cracks in African unity rooted in our inability to be honest about how we treat each other?A thoughtful, balanced conversation about power, identity, and the work required to build a shared future.