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Adesoji Iginla is joined by Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq and Milton Allimadi for the weekly wide-ranging discussion of African geopolitics, liberation politics, and media framing. The conversation moves from Algeria’s break with the UAE to Congo’s Israel pivot, Sudan’s chemical weapons allegations, Burkina Faso’s industrial push, and the UN vote to correct Africa’s distorted map. In this episode, the panel connects current headlines to a bigger question: who controls Africa’s security, resources, and image—and what would it look like if Africans did? Aya, Milton, and Adesoji each bring distinct regional and political perspectives to this highly topical conversation.Takeaways*Aya opens with the urgency of the US midterm season, voter suppression concerns, and the need to check registrations, register neighbours, and make voting plans.*Milton discusses the racist and Islamophobic backlash surrounding New York’s 9/11 memorial politics and attacks on Mamdani.*Adesoji marks the 49th anniversary of Stephen Biko’s death and raises the UK debate over sanctions on West Bank settlements.*The panel celebrates Burkina Faso’s new textile industry under Ibrahim Traoré as an example of domestic production, job creation, and economic self-reliance.*Milton connects Burkina Faso’s textile model to Thomas Sankara’s vision of African industrialisation and regional specialisation.*Algeria’s decision to cut diplomatic ties and close its airspace to the UAE becomes a major focus.*Aya explains Algeria’s strategic concerns involving the Sahel, Morocco, Western Sahara, and normalisation with Israel.*The panel examines DRC President Tshisekedi’s reported move to shift the Congolese embassy in Israel to Jerusalem.*Milton discusses Congo’s mineral wealth, colonial extraction, and the involvement of the US, Rwanda, Uganda, and Israel.*The Sudan chemical weapons story is examined with caution, with attention to media framing, civilian harm, and international double standards.*The panel celebrates the UN vote in support of a world map that more accurately reflects Africa’s size.*Aya challenges the US objection to the map resolution and discusses the politics of naming, mapping, and historical erasure.*Milton calls for similar African-led campaigns focused on ending weapons transfers to Sudan and industrialising the continent.Chapters00:00 — Welcome, guest introductions, and the episode’s African political focus01:18 — Aya on US midterms, voter registration, and political urgency03:16 — Economic hardship and the reality behind campaign rhetoric06:09 — Milton on New York’s 9/11 politics and racist backlash07:52 — Stephen Biko remembrance and UK sanctions on West Bank settlements08:52 — Dangote refinery IPO and the importance of African capital11:02 — Burkina Faso’s textile industry and Traoré’s industrial model14:18 — Sankara’s textile legacy and continental economic specialisation17:10 — Algeria cuts ties with the UAE over destabilisation claims22:22 — Algeria, the Sahel, Morocco, and regional security28:00 — DRC’s Jerusalem embassy move and mineral politics29:51 — Congo’s resources, US interests, and the Rwanda factor33:14 — Why the Israel move may not solve Tshisekedi’s security problem35:22 — African liberation, internal accountability, and outside alliances41:36 — Washington Post report on alleged chemical weapons in Sudan44:09 — Why the Sudan chemical weapons story needs broader context48:18 — Chemical weapons, nuclear double standards, and civilian harm52:27 — Displacement in Sudan and the human cost behind the numbers54:24 — UN vote on a map that shows Africa’s true scale56:12 — Why the map victory matters59:17 — The US objection and the hypocrisy of map politics63:07 — Crimea, abstentions, and the politics behind “neutrality”64:36 — Ukraine, Mali, and contradictions in global alliances67:08 — Upcoming events, Women in Resistance, and closing announcements68:18 — Final calls to support The Day Biafra DiedSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

This episode covers a fast-moving set of African and diaspora political stories, with a strong focus on elections, media framing, reparations, and African self-determination. Adesoji Iginla is joined by Aya Fubara Eneli and Milton Allimadi, who bring legal, political, and historical context to each story.The discussion moves from Texas voter registration and U.S. politics to Niger, Uber exiting Nigeria and Uganda, Kenya’s crackdown on foreign traders, and the UN’s latest reparations guidance. Across the episode, the guests keep returning to a central theme: African communities need organisation, clarity, and institutions that serve people rather than capital or outside powers.Takeaways*Milton Allimadi argues that the Niger coup story cannot be understood without France’s role in the Sahel, saying the financial press leaves out the neocolonial context behind instability in Niger, Burkina Faso, and Mali.*The panel discusses whether the Alliance of Sahel States can survive without deeper political unity and stronger internal security structures, with Milton suggesting a rotating presidency and tighter regional command.*Aya adds a practical security critique, pointing out that insurgent groups like Al Qaeda are self-financing through kidnapping, extortion, and control of transit routes, making the conflict harder to contain.*The group then turns to Uber’s exit from Nigeria and Uganda, where Adesoji and Aya emphasise labour exploitation, high commission rates, weak infrastructure, and the lack of driver voices in the BBC’s framing.*Milton shifts the discussion to a broader critique of infrastructure across African cities, arguing that many governments spend heavily on militaries while failing to invest in rail, metro systems, and mass transit.*On Kenya, the panel challenges President William Ruto’s order to crack down on foreigners running small businesses, calling it a xenophobic campaign tactic that scapegoats fellow Africans while ignoring exploitative foreign investors.*Aya connects the Kenya story to broader Pan-African history, arguing that Africans once resolved disputes through intermarriage and community-building rather than borders and exclusion, and she ties Ruto’s approach to anti-unity politics.*The final major story concerns UN guidance saying states are legally obliged to consider reparations for the transatlantic slave trade and its enduring harms. Milton welcomes the shift but argues that corporations, universities, and institutions must also be held accountable, not just governments.*Aya adds an important legal distinction, stressing that the conversation must account for the difference between chattel slavery and other historical forms of servitude, while also exposing the way Western media centers only Western responses.*Adesoji closes by recommending books that deepen the historical context, including Africa Must Unite by Kwame Nkrumah, Capitalism and Slavery by Eric Williams, The Interest by Michael Taylor, and Ebony and Ivory on universities and slave-trade wealth.*The episode ends with reminders about the upcoming Women in Resistance program, the importance of voter registration, and a call for listeners to support candidates and organisers with time, money, and turnout.Chapters00:00 - Introductions and guest credentials01:27 - Texas voucher expansion and public education funding04:10 - Voter purges and grassroots registration work in Bell County06:46 - Why midterms require boots-on-the-ground organising12:47 - Niger coup report and the missing France context14:27 - Sahel unity, neocolonial pressure, and regional survival18:58 - Why Niger’s internal military tensions keep fueling coups23:18 - Youth unemployment and insurgent recruitment in the Sahel28:36 - Uber exits Nigeria and Uganda amid labour and cost disputes32:12 - Why mass transit, not ride-hailing, is the real issue35:43 - Uber’s missing driver perspective and high commission rates40:57 - Kenya orders a crackdown on foreign small-business operators44:24 - Xenophobia, Pan-African unity, and the Ruto contradiction49:48 - AU resolutions, state hypocrisy, and the need for action58:12 - UN guidance on slavery reparations and legal obligations63:32 - Whose laws apply, and why historical nuance matters68:31 - Why reparations must include corporations and universities70:37 - Endnotes, book recommendations, and show announcements73:01 - Upcoming public events and final voter turnout appealNotable quotes“If you care, you need to be actively putting money and time into ensuring that the right people get voted in.”“Why do we need Uber in any African country?”“We need leaders that have a vision for Africa.”Send us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

In this episode, Adesoji Iginla and Aya Fubara Eneli unpack major stories from across Africa and the diaspora, connecting current events to the deeper historical forces of extraction, colonialism, resistance, and self-determination. They move from U.S.-backed surveillance in Nigeria to African troop deployments in Gaza, then pivot into food sovereignty in Ghana and a striking example of Western ignorance about Africa’s geography. The episode closes with a call for unity, discipline, and collective action.Takeaways*Colonial extraction and modern-day imperialism*Nigerian politics and oil infrastructure*African sovereignty and military cooperation*Food independence and cultural reclamation*Media framing, misinformation, and Western contempt*Pan-African unity and self-defenceChapters0:01 — Opening and guest intro1:22 — Community organising and voter registration in Texas6:20 — Europe and Caribbean history8:03 — Breaking news from Niger13:21 — Who benefits from oil security?15:13 — Personal connection to the Niger Delta18:13 — “Battlefield to oil field”24:28 — Uganda and Burundi in talks over Gaza deployment27:30 — Africa’s wars and global exploitation35:20 — Ghana’s food sovereignty movement38:17 — Why food is political50:23 — State Department map fiasco55:53 — African leaders and Western approval61:28 — How Nigeria was formed66:32 — The Sahel alliance and pan-African unity72:06 — Upcoming Women and Resistance episode72:37 — Final reflections and warning about Western praise76:30 — Closing remarksThe hosts close with a call to fight for collective dignity and action.Memorable Quote“The one who feeds us will control us.”Send us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

Africa is being treated like the world’s dumping ground, and this conversation exposes exactly how and why. From Liberia's agreement to take in U.S. deportees to the toxic waste legacy in Côte d’Ivoire. Adesoji Iginla, Aya Fubara Eneli, and Milton Allimadi connect the dots among environmental abuse, political weakness, and the same old colonial logic.The panel also takes on the explosive fallout around the late Cambridge professor Jason Arde, where questions of plagiarism, media frenzy, and racial double standards collide. Was this really about academic standards, or was it another example of how Black excellence is scrutinised, isolated, and used as a warning to others? Milton breaks down the journalistic and structural hypocrisy, while Aya and Adesoji push the conversation toward the deeper issue of how institutions weaponise suspicion against African people. You'll hear sharp analysis on:*The rise of Islamophobia in U.S. and UK politics*Texas book bans, gerrymandering, and the war on public education*The Jason Arday controversy and what it reveals about media bias*Liberia’s decision to accept deportees from the U.S.Chapters00:00 — Introduction and guest welcome01:49 — News roundtable begins02:11 — Islamophobia and U.S. politics03:36 — Texas politics, book bans, and gerrymandering07:51 — Hypocrisy in Texas school politics09:44 — Jason Arday and media hounding11:46 — Milton on racial double standards in academia18:06 — Aya on Black genius and fear of education23:58 — Plagiarism, Cambridge, and inconsistency25:19 — Re-examining the allegations29:08 — Plagiarism allegations and university findings30:15 — Milton on collective treatment of Black people32:23 — Aya asks how to respond33:01 — Journalism, investigation, and hidden corruption39:26 — Transition to Liberia and Africa as a dumping ground41:22 — Probo Koala and waste colonialism43:18 — Africa as the global dumping ground47:29 — Aya on environmental injustice and African leadership48:38 — The recurring pattern of Black expendability51:47 — Liberian leadership and the deportee deal54:21 — Brief mention of UAE and Sudan56:20 — Closing reflections57:06 — Final warning about systemic attack58:08 — Fundraising and closing remarks59:46 — Final send-offSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

Historian Hakim Adi, author of Pan-Africanism: A History, the definitive modern survey of the Pan-African movement, joins Adesoji Iginla, Milton Allimadi, and Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq., on African News Review for an hour-long special. This episode features a deep discussion of Pan-Africanism, its history, and its entanglement with international movements such as communism. Prof.Adi explores the challenges, historical manifestations, and future prospects of Pan-African unity and liberation.We trace the movement from its diasporic origins through Garvey, Du Bois, the Comintern years, Manchester 1945, and the founding of the OAU with a deliberate spotlight on a story often missing from the standard Pan-African canon: Cuba's revolutionary solidarity with Africa, from Angola to Ethiopia.  Takeaways*Definition and history of Pan-Africanism*Pan-Africanism's connection with communism and labour movements*The role of women in Pan-African history*Impact of colonialism and imperialism on African unity*The importance of mass participation and decision-making in liberation movements*The legacy of historical figures like Amilcar Cabral and others*Challenges faced by contemporary Pan-African initiatives and reparations movementsChapters0:07 — Intro and guest introductions3:00 — Definition of Pan-Africanism8:42 — Psychological and mental damage of slavery/colonialism19:01 — Pan-Africanism, communism, class, and women’s roles29:48 — Pan-African movement, masses, and political power38:56 — Cold War pressure and the split between Pan-Africanism and communism46:26 — Black Lives Matter, academia, and attacks on Black scholars57:07 — Need for a new Manchester-style congress/reparations64:19 — Closing remarks, supporting the guest, and book announcementsSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

This week on African News Review, Adesoji Iginla, alongside Comrade Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq., Analyse recent events, media portrayals, and the importance of critical thinking in understanding international affairs. 🇺🇬 Uganda's military just built a statue honouring an invader, commissioned by the general in line to succeed 81-year-old Yoweri Museveni. Chad joins three other African countries in walking away from the International Criminal Court, right as the U.S. openly campaigns to dismantle the court entirely. 🇲🇦🇪🇸 In Morocco, King Mohammed VI uses migration as leverage over Spain, exposing Europe's only land border with Africa for what it really is: a 500-year-old colonial holdover. And in 🇿🇦 South Africa, the DA takes the ANC to court over land reform. We break down what the headlines leave out, and why it matters through an Afrocentric lens.Takeaways*Media propaganda and its impact on public perception*The role of the ICC and its influence in Africa*Uganda's political symbolism and international relations*South Africa's land seizure laws and historical context*The influence of Western powers on African politics*Historical narratives and their role in shaping current events*The importance of critical media literacy in AfricaChapters0:00 —   Introductions and welcome1:17 —   Aya joins from Galveston; joking about the “youth serum”2:26 —   U.S. politics, Trump, and priorities4:12 —   Bill Cassidy, Todd Blanche, and Republican complicity6:52 —   Data centres in Texas7:28 —   Cambridge professor Jason Arday and media pressure11:01 — Story 1: Uganda honours Netanyahu’s brother12:54 — Why the Uganda statue story is a diversion16:21 — Media framing, Palestinian solidarity, and sovereignty19:27 — Museveni, Besigye, and political repression in Uganda21:25 — Story 2: Why many African countries stay with the ICC22:48 — ICC, UN reform, and global power imbalance26:10 — Museveni and the ICC/ICJ history28:09 — Why African nations may stay in the ICC33:23 — ICC, Gaza, and global attention on the courts34:43 — Story 3: Morocco, Spain, and migration leverage36:16 — Morocco-Spain conflict and the Western Sahara angle40:53 — Spain’s colonies in Africa and media framing46:47 — Introduction to the final story: South Africa and land seizure47:43 — South African land law, apartheid legacy, and U.S. reaction48:53 — Why land redistribution is just and necessary51:53 — Historical land records and compensation research idea54:48 — “The audacity of whiteness” and white nationalism57:54 — ANC coalition politics and Afriforum60:16 — Closing thoughts on South Africa, change, and resistance61:23 — Wrap-up, thank-yous, and next week’s guest62:44 — Black August, political prisoners, and Rethinking Freedom64:24 — Book announcement and contact info65:25 — Sign-offSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

Historian Vijay Prashad, Executive Director of Tricontinental: Institute for Social Research and Chief Editor of LeftWord Books, joins African News Review for a special one-hour conversation tracing the arc from the Third World's founding "Quests" at Bandung to Washington's modern playbook of coups, sanctions, and lawfare.We talk about Prashad's two landmark books, The Darker Nations: A People's History of the Third World and Washington Bullets: A History of the CIA, Coups, and Assassinations, with a sustained focus on Africa and Cuba's decades of resistance to US destabilisation. Vijay Prashad discusses the mechanisms of regime change, imperialism, and the current geopolitical landscape, with insights into Africa, Cuba, and global resistance. This episode offers a deep understanding of how imperial powers manipulate political and economic systems to maintain dominance. Takeaways*The nine-step manual for regime change*US military and economic strategies in Africa*The role of Bretton Woods institutions in Africa's development*The impact of colonialism and neocolonialism on African economies*The geopolitical significance of Western Sahara and Morocco*The resistance of Cuba against US sanctions*The rise of BRICS and challenges to Western hegemony*The importance of community, solidarity, and hope in resistance movementsChapters00:00 Introduction and guest overview02:18 Vijay Prashad on why he writes and the importance of storytelling04:27 Reflections on Burkina Faso and the absence of images of Ibrahim Taro06:55 The steps of regime change and US strategies08:44 US military bases and control of Africa's resources12:21 Africa's internal rivalries and their impact on geopolitics15:28 The role of Bretton Woods institutions and economic strangulation21:02 Can Africans do economics? The need for indigenous economic models22:29 The importance of reading Sankara and decolonising knowledge26:43 Preparing the military for regime change and corruption tactics28:57 Making the economy scream and US economic warfare30:30 Mobilising unrest and public opinion for coups32:42 Denying involvement and the manual of assassination36:29 The challenge of global resistance and the decline of the West39:52 The future of Cuba and US sanctions44:33 Western Sahara, colonialism, and cultural narratives49:01 The symbolism of monarchy and the fight for sovereignty51:53 Hope, community, and solidarity in resistance movements55:54 The importance of community and global solidarity56:50 Conclusion and final thoughts from Vijay PrashadSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

Trump Weighs War in Africa, The New Scramble is on, and Impunity shows up again | African News ReviewIn this episode, we analyse recent geopolitical developments, resource conflicts, and the role of colonial legacies in Africa, featuring insights from Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli.🔥 TRUMP'S NEXT WAR? The Trump administration is weighing military strikes on the African continent — which would make it the 8th country bombed this term. We break this down. 🇬🇧 BRITISH IMPUNITY IN Former COLONY continues: The UK cancelled army training after local lawmakers demanded the power to prosecute British soldiers. 🇫🇷 FRANCE'S LAST AFRICAN ALLY gets the red carpet in Paris that looks a lot like the old Françafrique playbook, even as that country's opposition leaders sit in jail.📜 DON'T BLAME BERLIN? Colonialism was a long time ago; get over it.  Takeaways*US military interventions in Africa*Resource exploitation and neocolonialism*Impact of colonial borders on African unity*Kenya’s civil society pushback against foreign military presence*Gabon’s political transition and foreign influence*Africa’s economic dependency and debt crisis*Historical context of African trade and colonisation*Role of external powers in African conflictsChapters00:00 Introduction and episode overview01:59 Climate crises in Texas and political updates03:50 US political landscape and foreign policy analysis08:02 US military options in Mali and resource interests12:55 Historical context of resource exploitation in Africa22:06 Kenya’s civil society and foreign military training controversy28:04 France’s influence in Africa and neocolonial tactics42:13 Gabon’s political transition and foreign relations46:58 Africa’s resource sovereignty and economic independence54:08 The myth of colonial borders and African unity01:02:01 The role of African elites and external powers01:09:56 Closing remarks and next week’s guestSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

This week on African News Review, watch Adesoji Iginla, alongside Aya Fubara Eneli Esq., take on four stories that the mainstream press is softening.🇰🇪 DEL MONTE KENYA: State violence is protecting foreign capital in Kenya, and we ask what accountability means when the state protects investment rather than the citizen.🇨🇲 CAMEROON: France's new visa wall is locking Cameroonian students out of paid-for degrees. We connect it to France's May 2026 non-EU tuition hike and the 2023-24 Sahel visa suspensions.🇨🇻 CABO VERDE: Cabo Verde's unresolved colonial identity crisis after its historic World Cup run and a curriculum critics say erases colonial crimes, fifty-one years after Amílcar Cabral's independence.🇺🇬 UGANDA & TOTALENERGIES: Ugandan farmers are taking TotalEnergies to a UK court to stop the EACOP pipeline before it ever pumps oil.In this episode:*The US governor’s request for disaster aid amid political bias (00:41)*Collapse of Trump’s settlement agreement linked to tax immunity clauses (04:03)*The ongoing Kenyan land and water disputes involving large multinational corporations (10:50)*Historical roots of land dispossession and colonial violence in Kenya’s Mau Mau uprising (21:16)*Cape Verde’s legacy of colonialism, colourism, and internal racial hierarchies (28:10)*Uganda’s oil pipeline projects and their impact on indigenous land and sovereignty (40:26)*The global effects of educational policies that restrict African students studying abroad (59:58)*The fight against external exploitation and calls for African economic and political sovereignty (42:20 & 55:50)Chapters:00:41 - US climate crisis and presidential election manipulation04:03 - Trump’s court settlement on taxes raises questions10:50 - Kenya’s land conflicts with multinational corporations21:16 - Historical atrocities during colonial Kenya28:10 - Cape Verde’s racial and colonial legacy40:26 - Uganda’s oil pipeline and sovereignty concerns59:58 - Restrictions on African students studying abroad55:50 - Political repression in Uganda under Museveni57:03 - Upcoming discussion on Fanon’s "Black Skin, White Masks"78:08 - Recommended reading on colonial history and resistanceSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

This week on African News Review, join Adesoji Iginla alongside Comrade Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli Esq. as we reframe four major stories through an Afrocentric lens: The UAE-backed secret training camps fuelling Sudan's civil war; French prosecutors investigating a Paraguayan senator's racist attack on Kylian Mbappé; Ghana's diplomatic standoff with South Africa, and new allegations that Shell knowingly misled UK courts.We explore critical issues affecting Africa and the diaspora, including political tensions, social justice, and regional conflicts. Join us for an in-depth discussion on recent events, historical context, and actionable insights for change.Takeaways*Ghana delays South African President Ramaphosa's visit due to xenophobic protests*Ghana's stance on xenophobia and intra-African trade*The role of the AU in addressing regional conflicts and sanctions*The history and impact of the Biafra conflict and Milton Allimadi's upcoming book*UAE-backed Sudanese rebels training in Libya and regional destabilisation*Shell's alleged misleading of UK courts over Nigerian oil pollution case*Racist abuse of footballer Kylian Mbappé and global anti-racism efforts*The legacy of colonial borders and African identity*The influence of foreign powers in African conflicts and resource control*Women leaders and resistance movements across AfricaChapters00:00 Introduction and overview of key issues*Ghana postpones visit by South African President Ramaphosa*Ghana's stance on xenophobia and intra-African trade*Milton Allimadi discusses the Biafra conflict and his upcoming book*UAE-backed Sudanese rebels training in Libya*Shell's legal challenges over Nigerian oil pollution*Racism in sports and anti-blackness in global football*The legacy of colonial borders and African identity*Legal battles and resource control in Africa*Women in resistance and leadership in AfricaSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

South Africa is once again convulsed by violence, but this time, the target isn't apartheid's old guard. It's other Africans. Migrants, refugees, and Black foreign nationals are being hunted, beaten, and driven from their homes in a wave of Afrophobic terror. In this special hour-long edition of African News Review, Adesoji Iginla, Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq. sit down with renowned historian Dr Gerald Horne, author of White Supremacy Confronted and Blows Against the Empire, who discusses the complex history and current political situation in South Africa, exploring themes of imperialism, white supremacy, and global alliances. He provides deep insights into how historical forces shape present-day xenophobia, economic struggles, and political shifts. Drawing on Dr Horne's decades of scholarship on the global structures of white supremacy and the long history of anti-imperialist resistance, we trace the line from colonial-era "divide and rule" tactics to the economic precarity and political scapegoating fueling today's violence. We examine this crisis through the Pan-African analytical tradition, refusing easy answers and confronting the structures that benefit when Africans turn on each other.Takeaways*Historical roots of xenophobia in South Africa*Impact of imperialism and white supremacy on current politics*Role of global alliances and US influence in South Africa*The rise and fall of ANC leadership and internal conflicts*Economic challenges and land redistribution debates*The influence of international actors like Elon Musk and Western countries*Parallels between anti-blackness in the US and South Africa*The importance of international solidarity and alliancesChapters00:00 Introduction to the Guests and Topic03:01 Understanding the Current Situation in South Africa05:12 Historical Context of South Africa's Challenges08:03 The Role of Leadership in South Africa's Crisis10:37 Global Influences on South Africa's Political Landscape13:16 Xenophobia and Its Historical Roots16:13 Parallels of Anti-Blackness in South Africa and the U.S.18:36 The Impact of Media and Representation21:20 The Future of Black Identity and Citizenship24:11 Concluding Thoughts on Global Anti-Blackness27:56 Global Parallels: The Struggles of the Dispossessed31:01 Reparations and Global Alliances: A Call to Action34:05 The Dangers Facing African Americans Today35:37 Education and Economic Challenges for Black Communities37:33 The Need for International Alliances39:09 Opposition and the Risks of Activism40:26 Addressing Xenophobia and Economic Desperation43:19 The Role of Civil Society in Global Issues45:43 Capital Mobility vs Labour Mobility: A South African Perspective47:06 Strategies for Preempting Systemic AdaptationSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

This week on African News Review, Adesoji Iginla, alongside Aya Fubara Eneli Esq., examines four major stories in Western media.🏊 COMMONWEALTH GAMES: 40 years after Annette Cowley Nel was banned from the 1986 Edinburgh Games during the global anti-apartheid boycott, we unpack the BBC's framing. 🦠 KENYA vs. THE US: Health Minister held in contempt of court for defying a ruling against a US-run Ebola quarantine facility at Laikipia. 🇿🇦 OPERATION DUDULA'S "LIBERATION MARCH": Julius Malema calls it Afrophobia. As Operation Dudula and March and March plan nationwide demonstrations for June 30. 🇸🇩 SUDAN: BRITAIN'S COVER-UP: A Yale war crimes investigator said Britain had two years of warning the El Fasher siege would end in genocide BUT…  In this episode, we explore critical global issues including US and UK foreign policies, African resource sovereignty, and the importance of grassroots activism. Our discussions highlight the need for strategic resistance and informed leadership in navigating complex international dynamics. Takeaways*US and UK foreign policies in Africa*Resource control and economic sovereignty*Grassroots activism and community resistance*International law and reparations for Africa*Case studies: Sudan, Guinea, South Africa*Impact of colonial history on current geopoliticsChapters00:00 Introduction and Context of the Conversation05:15 Supreme Court Rulings and Their Implications10:45 The Situation in Sudan and International Response15:59 The Role of International Institutions21:39 Final Thoughts on Africa's Future and Liberation26:38 Challenging Resource Management in Africa26:57 Guinea's Gold Export Ban: A New Economic Strategy28:33 The Importance of Telling African Stories29:04 Celebrating African Progress Amidst Challenges30:01 Historical Context: Guinea's Independence from France31:19 The Impact of Colonialism on African Resources32:06 The Future of Gold Processing in Africa33:39 Unity Among African Nations for Sovereignty35:46 The Role of War in Resource Control37:00 Democracy: A Question of Authenticity38:43 Rethinking Democracy in the West40:49 Kenya's Response to External Pressures47:37 The Controversy of the US Ebola Facility in Kenya51:05 The Hubris of American Exceptionalism52:23 Questioning Leadership and Accountability54:21 People Power and Sovereignty56:08 Anti-Migrant Sentiment in South Africa57:04 The Irony of Liberation Marches59:01 The Real Issues Behind Migration01:00:34 Funding the Dissension01:02:48 Historical Context and Healing01:04:42 Upcoming Conversations on Reparations01:06:20 The African Continental Free Trade Area01:12:11 Reparations Agenda and ImplementationSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

In this week's episode, Adesoji Iginla is joined by Comrade Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq., to connect FOUR stories from the mainstream media which together tell one story about how African lives, African history, and African resources are treated by global institutions and world powers.In this episode, we explore global geopolitics, reparations, African sovereignty, and the impact of colonial history on current affairs. Our panel discusses recent developments in international relations, the importance of African unity, and strategies for economic independence.Takeaways*African reparations movement and historical context*Impact of colonialism on African resource control*Geopolitical shifts involving the US, Israel, and the Middle East*The role of African elites in post-colonial development*Mozambique's gas project and resource exploitation*Historical significance of Versailles in the colonial context*African unity as a strategy for economic independence*The influence of Western powers and neo-colonialismChapters00:00 Introduction and Community Celebrations01:46 U.S.-Israel Relations and Political Dynamics04:08 The Impact of Reparations and Historical Context13:54 Barbados Prime Minister's Manifesto for Reparations17:52 The Role of Women in Reparations and Historical Narratives24:57 Knowledge Gaps and the Importance of Education28:25 Colonial Legacy and Identity30:15 Mozambique's Gas Project: Hope or Exploitation?35:19 Displacement and Its Consequences40:38 Justice and Accountability in Africa45:12 The DRC's Struggle for Control of Its Resources53:15 Negotiating as One: The Power of Unity in Africa55:04 Harnessing African Expertise: The Call for Self-Reliance57:07 Creating Enabling Environments: Attracting Talent Back to Africa57:14 Funding Our Future: The Role of African Elites01:00:23 Building Our Own Institutions: The Need for Control01:02:14 Exploitation and Arms Dealing: A Critical Examination01:06:28 Racism in Framing: The Media's Role in Perception01:14:05 Conclusion: The Importance of Black Media and Community SupportSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

In this episode of African News Review, host Adesoji Iginla and panellists Aya Fubara Eneli and Milton Allimadi discuss pressing issues affecting African communities, including voter apathy in local elections, the environmental impact of oil companies in Nigeria, and the ongoing struggles for representation and justice. They explore the legacy of Ken Saro-Wiwa, the consequences of anti-migrant sentiment in South Africa, and the need for community engagement and political activism to address these challenges. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the complexities of oppression, accountability, and the historical context of South Africa's struggles, drawing parallels with current events in Haiti and the impact of FIFA's policies. They discuss the importance of economic equity, the role of African unity, and the need for political activism in addressing systemic issues. The conversation highlights the significance of historical memory in shaping contemporary struggles for justice and equality.Takeaways*Voter apathy is a significant issue affecting representation.*Community engagement is crucial for political change.*The environmental impact of oil companies is devastating in Nigeria.*Ken Saro-Wiwa's legacy continues to influence activism today.*Anti-migrant sentiment in South Africa reflects deeper socio-economic issues.*The need for transparency in environmental cleanup efforts is critical.*Political leaders must prioritise the needs of their communities.*Historical context is essential for understanding current events.*Collaboration between generations can lead to innovative political strategies.*The struggle for justice and representation is ongoing. *The need for accountability in addressing oppression.*Steve Biko's insights remain relevant in today's struggles.*Economic inequality persists in post-apartheid South Africa.*African unity is crucial for economic stability.*Activism must be rooted in historical context.*Political dynamics influence the ANC's actions.*Immigration policies affect sports and cultural representation.*FIFA's decisions reflect broader systemic issues.*Haiti's revolutionary history is often suppressed.*Sports can distract from pressing political issues.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Panellist Introductions01:33 Voter Apathy and Representation in Local Elections06:05 Political Climate and Community Engagement11:52 Environmental Impact of Oil Companies in Nigeria19:57 Legacy of Ken Saro-Wiwa and Ongoing Struggles28:58 Anti-Migrant Sentiment in South Africa and Its Consequences43:27 Confronting Oppression and Accountability44:10 Lessons from Steve Biko and South Africa's Struggles45:52 Economic Realities and the Future of South Africa46:45 The Role of African Unity in Economic Sanctions49:01 Activism and Historical Context in South Africa50:58 Political Dynamics and the ANC's Silence52:25 The Impact of Immigration Policies on Sports56:35 FIFA's Complicity and the Somali Referee Incident61:06 Distractions in Sports and Political Awareness67:10 Haiti's Revolutionary Legacy and FIFA's CensorshipSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

This week on African News Review, Adesoji Iginla, with Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli, Esq., reframes the narrative from an Afrocentric perspective. We break down four stories that reveal one uncomfortable pattern: African and Afro-Caribbean lands, bodies, and cultures are still being used as buffers, sacrifice zones, and extraction sites for Western wealth and comfort.This panel discussion covers a wide range of critical issues, including the impact of colonialism on language and identity, environmental and health concerns from colonial and corporate exploitation, and the ongoing fight for sovereignty and justice across Africa and the Caribbean.🇫🇷 CHLORDECONE | France finally admits it poisoned Guadeloupe and Martinique with a banned pesticide, decades after banning it at home. 🇲🇬 RARE EARTHS | Rio Tinto is accused of contaminating rivers in one of Madagascar's poorest regions to extract minerals destined for Western EVs and wind turbines. Green energy for whom?🇰🇪 EBOLA IN KENYA | The US refused to bring Ebola patients home — and asked Kenya to host them instead. Is this a partnership or a patron-client relationship?🇯🇲 JAMAICA'S LANGUAGE WAR | A Jamaican MP was silenced in parliament for speaking Jamaican, the language of 95% of the population. The rule? English only. Takeaways*Impact of colonial language policies on identity*Environmental damage from colonial resource extraction*Historical reparations and colonial compensation*The role of education in resistance and empowerment*Current struggles for sovereignty and resource controlChapters00:00 Introduction and Panellist Introductions01:14 Milton's Insights from Cuba06:19 Cuban Resilience and US Sanctions08:17 Local News and Political Updates14:40 Language and Identity in Jamaica27:50 France's Acknowledgement of Colonial Harm33:20 Colonial Legacies and Modern Impacts37:03 Miseducation and Disinformation39:48 The Question of Accountability43:48 Environmental Concerns in Resource Extraction50:15 The Need for Sovereignty and Local Expertise54:59 The Role of Leadership in Neocolonialism01:02:00 The Ebola Quarantine Controversy in KenyaSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

This week on African News Review, Adesoji Iginla with Aya Fubara Eneli Esq, cut through the headlines and reframe four major stories from an Afrocentric point of view. This episode covers a wide range of global and African issues, including the historical role of the Catholic Church in slavery, the ongoing conflict over Western Sahara, US-Cuba relations, and the importance of understanding history beyond headlines. The hosts emphasise the need for critical awareness and responsible decision-making in geopolitics and resource control.🕊️ STORY 1 — POPE LEO XIV APOLOGISES FOR SLAVERY Pope Leo XIV has issued the Catholic Church's most explicit apology yet for its role in legitimising the transatlantic slave trade — including the 1452 and 1455 papal bulls that gave European kings legal authority to enslave Africans. Ghana called it an "act of moral courage." But is an apology enough? We ask: where are the reparations, and why did it take 571 years?⚖️ STORY 2 — RAÚL CASTRO INDICTED: IS CUBA NEXT? The US Department of Justice has indicted 94-year-old former Cuban President Raúl Castro for the 1996 shooting down of two civilian planes. With the USS Nimitz in the Caribbean and Trump saying "Cuba is next," we analyse the Monroe Doctrine playbook — and ask what Africa should make of a superpower that indicts foreign leaders to justify military intervention. Plus: Cuba's forgotten role in Angola's liberation from apartheid.🏜️ STORY 3 — WESTERN SAHARA: AFRICA'S LAST COLONY Ryanair is selling flights to "your Moroccan adventure" in Dakhla — a city in Western Sahara, a territory the UN still classifies as a non-self-governing territory under occupation. We expose Morocco's tourism strategy as a tool of territorial normalisation, unpack the Green March of 1975, and ask why the African Union's formal recognition of the Sahrawi Arab Democratic Republic is being quietly undermined by African states opening consulates in occupied territory.🔥 STORY 4 — SENEGAL'S REVOLUTION IN CRISIS Ousmane Sonko — jailed, persecuted, and barred from the 2024 election — is now Speaker of the National Assembly, just days after being sacked as Prime Minister by his own former ally, President Bassirou Diomaye Faye. The split is really about one question: does Senegal submit to the IMF, or chart a sovereign economic path? We connect this to Burkina Faso, Mali, the CFA franc, and the structural ceiling on African economic sovereignty.🎙️ African News Review is a weekly podcast reframing the narrative from an Afrocentric point of view. We go beyond the headlines to give African and diaspora audiences the context, history, and analysis that mainstream media leaves out. Takeaways* The Catholic Church's role in legitimising slavery* The Western Sahara conflict and colonial legacy* US-Cuba relations and historical indictments* Media narratives and African liberation stories* The impact of global policies on Africa and the CaribbeanChapters00:00 Introduction and Greetings01:39 Global Health Concerns: The Ebola Outbreak05:09 Afrophobia and the Ghanaian Response06:13 Papal Apology: The Catholic Church and Slavery19:34 U.S.-Cuba Relations: Historical Context and Current Events26:32 Political Manoeuvring and Cuba's Role28:15 Media Narratives and Historical Context32:08 Defining Terrorism and Its Implications35:46 Impact of Sanctions on Cuba37:35 US Intervention and Global Consequences45:11 Tourism and Colonial Legacies51:54 The Call for Equitable International Law55:37 The Complex History of Western Sahara56:36 Political Dynamics in Senegal01:01:30 The Rise of Usman Sonko01:06:53 The Future of Senegalese Politics01:09:00 The Danger of Personal Rivalries in Politics01:12:22 Reflections on History and EducationSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

🌍 AFRICAN NEWS REVIEW | Weekly Afrocentric AnalysisFour major stories. One week. Zero filter.This week, Adesoji Iginla, alongside Comrade Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli Esq., cut through the Western media frame on four stories dominating Africa's news cycle and ask the questions no one else is.This episode features a comprehensive discussion on global and African political issues, including Nigeria's kidnapping crisis, US foreign policy, African economic struggles, and international conflicts. The Panel analyse the impact of neocolonialism, leadership failures, and the need for African unity and self-reliance.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━🦠 STORY 1 — EBOLA IN THE DRC & UGANDA Marco Rubio blames the WHO for being "a little late" on Ebola while the US dismantles its own public health infrastructure and cuts $13M from programs that historically served as early warning networks in the DRC. We unpack the Bundibugyo strain vaccine gap, why Ituri Province keeps producing outbreaks, and who really dropped the ball.⛽ STORY 2 — AFRICA'S FUEL CRISISDeadly protests in Kenya, a halted capital in Mozambique, and Malawi is selling its gold reserves to buy diesel. A war Africa didn't start between the US, Israel and Iran is choking the Strait of Hormuz and making fuel unaffordable for millions. We ask the structural question Western media won't: why is a continent that produces 8% of the world's oil still a net fuel importer?🛂 STORY 3 — WHITE SOUTH AFRICANS AS "REFUGEES" The US is spending $100 million to fast-track 17,500 white South Africans as refugees — while blocking Afghans, Sudanese, and Congolese fleeing documented genocides. We fact-check the "white genocide" myth with South Africa's own crime data, and ask: what is this programme really for?⚔️ STORY 4 — SUDAN'S IMPOSSIBLE WAR Three years in. 33.7 million people need aid. Confirmed famine. The FT reports on Islamist militias in the SAF, but buries the UAE's documented role in arming the RSF with weapons disguised as humanitarian aid. We trace the RSF back to the Janjaweed, and ask why the world's worst humanitarian crisis receives a fraction of the coverage given to conflicts in the Global North. Takeaways*Nigeria's kidnapping crisis and government silence*US foreign policy and international hypocrisy*Africa's economic struggles and IMF/World Bank influence*Sudan conflict and regional geopolitics*Global health crises and African leadership*Fuel crisis and energy infrastructure in AfricaChapters00:00 Introduction and Panellist Introductions00:59 Kidnapping Crisis in Nigeria04:21 International Political Dynamics: Cuba and Iran08:09 Tragic Events in the UK and Ireland11:43 WHO's Response to Ebola and Criticism of US Policies25:42 Fuel Crisis and Protests Across Africa36:11 Global Economic Challenges and Africa's Response39:13 Debt, Dependency, and the Need for Solutions42:04 Youth Activism and Political Change in Africa44:49 Refugee Policies and Racial Dynamics49:53 The Complexities of Sudan's Conflict01:00:50 The Future of Africa: Hope Amidst ChallengesSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

Africa is not asking anymore. Four stories. One conversation. All Afrocentric.This week on African News Review, Adesoji Iginla, alongside Milton Allimadi and Aya Fubara Eneli, break down four stories reshaping the continent's narrative — and ask the questions mainstream media won't. No colonial lens. No saviour complex. Just Africa, on its own terms.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━STORY 1 — FRANCE'S $27BN AFRICA RESET: NAIROBI SUMMIT Macron arrives in English-speaking Kenya with a $27 billion pledge covering energy, AI, agriculture and the maritime economy. We ask: is this a genuine reset or a rebranding of Françafrique? What does the Sahel's rejection of France really mean — and what does Kenya gain by hosting?STORY 2 — RAMAPHOSA IMPEACHMENT: PHALA PHALA REVIVED South Africa's Constitutional Court has restarted the Phala Phala impeachment process. Ramaphosa says he will not resign. With the ANC no longer holding a parliamentary majority, can South Africa's institutions hold the line — and what does this moment reveal about accountability across the continent?STORY 3 — THE MAP THAT LIED: TOGO CHALLENGES MERCATOR AT THE UN Greenland appears almost as large as Africa on the world's most widely used map. Africa is 14 times larger. Togo — with African Union backing — is taking a formal proposal to the UN General Assembly in September to replace the Mercator projection. We go deeper on how a distorted map shapes investment decisions, diplomatic weight, and how the world perceives Africa's economic potential.STORY 4 — CYNTHIA SHANGE 1949–2026: SHE RAISED HER FIST The first Black South African woman to compete at Miss World walked into the Royal Albert Hall in December 1972 and raised her fist in a Black Power salute — representing a country called "Africa South" that did not exist. We honour her life, her five decades on South African screens, and ask what it means to assert your humanity on a stage designed to erase you.━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ Key  Takeaways*US immigration laws and their impact on rights*France's influence and neocolonial tactics in Africa*Africa's representation in global maps and perception*South Africa's political crisis and Ramaphosa's impeachment*African leaders' strategies and resistance against neo-colonialismChapters00:00 Introduction to African News Review01:05 Current Events and Rights Assaults04:19 International Relations and Global Power Dynamics10:29 Public Health Concerns: Ebola Outbreak12:28 Neocolonialism and African Leadership13:22 France's New Approach to Africa22:59 Historical Context of French Colonialism24:20 Cyril Ramaphosa's Impeachment Dilemma34:31 The Implications of Leadership in South Africa40:04 Togo's Map Controversy and African Representation48:11 Cynthia Shange: A Symbol of ResistanceSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

Zimbabwe returns stolen farms. Kenya's roses feed sheep. Mali's Tuareg are called terrorists. Uganda silences dissent. One question: who actually pays?This week on African News Review, join Adesoji Iginla and Aya Fubara Eneli Esq., reframing four of the biggest stories on the continent from an Afrocentric lens that mainstream media refuses to hold. This episode covers critical issues in African geopolitics, land reforms, and the influence of colonial legacy, featuring expert insights on Zimbabwe's land return, Mali's separatist movements, and Kenya's economic reliance on flowers and tea.🌍 STORY 1 — Zimbabwe's $146 million farm compensation: Is paying European investors with colonial-era land claims justice, or just debt restructuring dressed as reparations? We ask who is really being compensated — and why Black Zimbabwean farmers are still waiting. 🌹 STORY 2 — Kenya's roses are being fed to sheep, and its tea is rotting in Mombasa port. Donald Trump bombed Iran. Kenya had no vote, no seat at the table, no warning. Its farmers are now paying the price. We ask: who compensates Africa when the West goes to war? ⚔️ STORY 3 — Mali's Tuareg-led FLA launched the largest offensive since 2012 alongside al-Qaeda-linked JNIM fighters. Are they terrorists or separatists? We go back to the French colonial borders that created this crisis — and the junta that broke the peace deal. 🚫 STORY 4 — Uganda's Protection of Sovereignty Bill threatens 20 years in prison for promoting "foreign interests." Civil society calls it a coup against the people. We ask: Is this authoritarianism — or is foreign-funded civil society a genuine problem for sovereignty? And who gets to decide?  Takeaways*Zimbabwe's land return and compensation process*Mali Tuareg separatist movement and Al-Qaeda links*Kenya's reliance on flower and tea exports and colonial legacy*The impact of colonial borders and resource control in Africa*External influence and neo-colonialism in African politicsChapters00:00 Introduction and Overview of Current Events02:17 Zimbabwe's Land Reform and Colonial Legacy04:57 The Impact of Colonialism on Land Ownership08:03 Economic Implications of Land Redistribution10:51 Mali's Tuareg Separatist Movement and Al-Qaeda13:47 The Role of External Forces in African Conflicts16:24 The Human Cost of Conflict and Women's Perspectives25:06 The Origins of Al-Qaeda26:39 Colonial Legacy and African Borders29:52 The Impact of Colonialism on Modern Africa32:09 Challenges of Regional Cooperation in Africa35:29 Kenya's Economic Struggles and Colonial History43:08 The Consequences of Colonial Agricultural Practices52:16 Uganda's New Bill and the Threat to DissentSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.

Four stories. One pattern. Africa's resources, institutions and people are being fought over — and African voices are being left out of the conversation.This week on African News Review, join Adesoji Iginla, Milton Allimadi, and Aya Fubara Eneli as they go deep on the stories shaping the continent — and reframe them from an Afrocentric point of view.This episode covers global political dynamics, African leadership, and the influence of international organisations. Key topics include the US and UAE's involvement in Congo, South Africa's xenophobia issues, and Africa's bid for a UN Security Council seat.🔴 STORY 1 — SOUTH AFRICA XENOPHOBIAHundreds marched through Pretoria demanding that migrants leave South Africa. Ghana and Nigeria told their citizens to close shops and stay indoors. But South Africa was liberated by Africa. So why is it now marching against Africa, and who benefits from redirecting Black working-class anger toward fellow Africans instead of structural inequality?🔴 STORY 2 — MACKY SALL & THE UNFormer Senegalese President Macky Sall wants to be the next UN Secretary-General — and he's the only African in the race. But his own government won't endorse him. Under his watch, dozens of protesters were killed. Is Africa's best shot at the world's top diplomatic job the right shot? We ask the hard questions Western media won't.🔴 STORY 3 — CONGO'S MINING GUARDThe DRC is creating a 20,000-strong armed Mining Guard — funded by the US and UAE — to protect critical minerals including cobalt, coltan and lithium. From Leopold's Force Publique to today, armed forces in Congo have always protected extraction. The question is: for whom? We connect the dots between Silicon Valley, the green energy transition, M23, and Congolese lives.🔴 STORY 4 — THE NBA & RWANDAUS sanctions on Rwanda's military just forced an RDF-owned basketball team out of the Basketball Africa League. But Paul Kagame has been attending NBA All-Star Games, delivering keynote speeches at NBA events, and his former cabinet minister now runs NBA Africa. We ask: who really controls African basketball — and what does Rwanda's sport-washing strategy tell us about power on the continent?Takeaways*The US and UAE's influence in Congo's resource sector*South Africa's xenophobic marches and government response*Africa's bid for a seat on the UN Security Council*Impact of international sanctions on Rwanda and Kagame*Historical context of African liberation movementsChapters00:00 Introduction and Context of the Discussion02:30 Impact of War and Economic Consequences05:18 Celebrating Educational Achievements and Challenges07:54 Media Influence and Public Perception10:30 Xenophobia and Its Roots in South Africa16:11 Historical Context and Pan-African Solidarity19:04 The Role of African Governments and Institutions20:57 Macky Sall's Bid for UN Secretary General27:16 The Future of the UN and African Representation32:55 Congo's New Mining Guard: A Double-Edged Sword37:44 Sovereignty vs. Foreign Control in Resource Management41:45 The Role of the Military in Protecting Resources45:20 Sports and Politics: The NBA's Controversial Ties to RwandaSend us Fan Mail Support the showAfrica is not a story of victims. It is a story of resistance, resilience and reclamation. That is the story we tell here — every single week.African News Review Subscribe. Share. Stay informed. Stay sovereign.