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Season Two of The Africa Briefing has officially come to an end. Loye and Fola announce that they will be back on the 1st of December for their end of year wrap up and awards.

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In this episode, Loye and Fola provide updates on Nigeria’s lack of ambassadors, an offer made by Somaliland to President Trump, and the acquisition of MultiChoice by Canal+ and what it means for the African media landscape. But first, they provide quick updates on Alassane Ouattara’s announcement of his decision to run for a fourth term in the upcoming Ivorian elections, as well as on the recent helicopter crash in Ghana.

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01:02 Updates on Alassane Ouattara’s announcement to run for a fourth term and on the helicopter crash in Ghana
03:51 Where are Nigeria’s ambassadors?
09:22 Somaliland’s offer to Trump
18:24 Canal+’s acquisition of MultiChoice
34:44 What in the world

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Summary

In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss a recent allegation by a police commissioner in South Africa that top ANC officials are involved in a criminal syndicate; the state of democracy across the continent; and Nigeria's macroeconomic successes that fail to trickle down to the everyday citizen.

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1:48 Mkhwanazi takes on the ANC
12:48 Democratic backsliding on the continent
21:24 Tinubu's economic reforms
35:45 What in the world

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the political developments in Mali under the junta leader, Gen. Assimi Goïta; the potentials and pitfalls of the new opposition coalition in Nigeria, the African Democratic Congress; and the increasing importance of Africa’s critical minerals in geopolitics and international relations. At the start of the episode, they briefly comment on the passing of President Buhari and also provide an update on the new President of Afreximbank.

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00:00 Comment on the passing of President Buhari
02:16 Introduction
03:32 Afreximbank update
04:29 Mali’s Gen. Assimi Goïta
12:14 Nigeria’s African Democratic Congress
24:37 Africa’s critical minerals
41:32 What in the World

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the ongoing protests in Kenya, the decision by China to grant tariff free access for all African countries (minus Eswatini), and Ghana's economic recovery under President Mahama. They also address two questions a listener about Afrexim Bank. Listen till the end for a spicy what in the world from Kenya!

Show notes:

01:20 Protests in Kenya
12:16 China’s tariff tango
27:26 Ghana’s economic recovery
39:35 Questions from a listener
41:50 What in the world

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss some recent developments in Nigeria’s Fintech space, ongoing corruption trials involving a British-Malawian citizen, and the downgrading of Afreximbank’s credit rating by Fitch.

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01:00 Fintech developments
13:18 Malawi corruption trial
20:19 Afreximbank’s credit rating
32:50 What in the World

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In this episode, the hosts discuss the rise of authoritarianism in East Africa, emerging economic growth across the continent, and a diplomatic encounter between South African President Ramaphosa and former U.S. President Trump.

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02:47 Authoritarianism in East Africa
09:15 Green Shoots Across Africa
19:21 Trump vs Ramaphosa
30:04 What in the World

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the upcoming African Development Bank election, Meta's legal challenges across the continent, and the rise of Ibrahim Traoré in Burkina Faso. They explore the implications of these events on the continent's future, highlighting the importance of intra-African trade, the challenges posed by external influences, and the need for accountability in leadership.

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01:09 The Upcoming African Development Bank elections
14:50 Meta’s legal troubles in Africa
26:24 Who is Ibrahim Traoré?
46:11 What in the World

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the increasing use of "Lawfare" in various countries across the continent as a means for incumbents to retain control in election years.  The conversation then shifts to Africa's response to President Trump and the various deals being cut.  Finally, we explore the potential of mineral resources in Ghana and Nigeria.

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01:18 Lawfare in Ivory Coast, DRC, Tunisia, and Tanzania
16:31 The Art of the Deal: Africa’s response to Trump
25:14 Minerals in Nigeria and Ghana’s GoldBod
36:06 What in the World?

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the implications of President Trump's global tariff policy, particularly its adverse effects on African economies like Lesotho.  The conversation then shifts to the increasing involvement of Middle Eastern countries in African politics, highlighting Qatar's mediation in the DRC conflict.  Finally, we explore the potential of AI in Africa, emphasising the need for infrastructure and proactive engagement in the AI revolution.

What in the world (WITW) video: https://www.instagram.com/p/DHn5mTlIftO/?igsh=Ymw2MHc1dDY4cXJz

Bonus WITW: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIbzwrMM2Jc/?igsh=MWwwZTFiczVjOXlkbg==

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02:14 Trump’s tariffs
13:14 Gulf States in Africa
25:05 Africa’s AI infrastructure
36:33 What in the World?

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss: (1) the expulsion of South Africa's Ambassador to the US; (2) Nigeria’s Renewable Energy Fund and what it means; and (3) ECOWAS: Guinea Bissau, Mahama's overtures to the Alliance of Sahelian States, and the Eco.

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02:04 South Africa’s Ambassador expelled from America
14:05 Nigeria’s Renewable Energy Fund
22:09 ECOWAS: Guinea Bissau, Mahama, and the Eco

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss: (1) the evolving foreign policy of Kenya under President William Ruto and its implications for regional diplomacy; (2) the budget crisis in South Africa, where the ANC's proposed VAT increase has sparked controversy within the coalition government; and (3) an overview of the African venture capital landscape, including the challenges faced by startups and the need for self-reliance in funding.

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00:00 Kenya's Foreign Policy
12:35 South Africa's Budget Crisis
24:22 Africa’s VC Landscape

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the the conclusion of the Binance Brouhaha in Nigeria; USAID, Trump and his impact on Africa; and the African Union elections.

00:51 Binance controversy in Nigeria
15:19 Trump, USAID, and Africa
28:17 African Union elections

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the crisis in Goma, Congo; ECOWAS turning 50 and its future; and Nigeria shooting itself in the foot.

01:12 The Crisis in Goma
15:41 ECOWAS @ 50 and the Alliance of Sahelian States
28:11 Nigeria – one step forward, two steps back

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the World Bank and African Development Bank's Mission 300, Nigeria becoming a partner nation to the BRICS and election-related violence in Mozambique.

00:00 Introduction to African Politics and Business News
01:05 World Bank's Mission 300: Electrifying Africa
10:18 Nigeria Joins BRICS: Implications and Challenges
21:40 Mozambique's Election Violence and Political Turmoil

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss Turkey stepping in as a mediator between Ethiopia and Somalia, Ethiopia's economic growth including their new stock exchange, Senegal's parliamentary elections, Francophone Africa's military men, Nigeria's usual wahala and Malawi shaking down foreign businesses. We also touch briefly on elections come and gone. 

00:00 Welcome back
02:22 What’s been happening?
25:28 Predictions for 2025
39:37 What we would like to happen in 2025

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In the season finale, Loye and Fola reflect on the significant events of the year in African politics, technology, and business. They do so by giving awards in the following categories: Leader of the Year, Story of the Year, Country of the Year, Election of the Year, Startup of the Year, ‘What in the World’ of the Year, the stories they’re watching for next year, and ‘Thank God That’s Not Our Leader’.

00:00 Introduction to the Season Finale
00:57 Leader of the Year
06:13 Story of the Year
10:03 Country of the Year
13:51 Election of the Year
21:04 Startup of the Year
24:47 ‘What in the World’ of the Year
29:58 Stories for next year
38:11 Thank God That's Not Our Leader

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In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss Nigeria's economic struggles, Gabon's constitutional changes, Zimbabwe's land compensation issues, Mozambique's election irregularities, and Kenya's political landscape. They also touch on Botswana's upcoming elections and celebrate Egypt's malaria-free status.

01:57 Nigeria's Economic Challenges and Reforms
10:00 Gabon's Constitutional Referendum and Military Rule
13:49 Zimbabwe's Land Compensation Controversy
20:06 Mozambique's Election
24:54 Quick Takes

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In this episode, the Fola & Loye discuss significant developments in African politics, focusing on Nigeria's gas reserves and oil deregulation, Ethiopia's regional isolation, Mozambique's presidential elections, and Kenya's political turmoil. They also touch on the impact of global conflicts on African migrants and a hilarious What In The World.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
01:04 Nigeria's Gas Reserves and Economic Developments
06:52 Nigeria's Oil Deregulation and Market Changes
10:14 Ethiopia's Regional Isolation and Security Concerns + privatisation of Ethio Telecom
12:53 Mozambique's Presidential Elections and Youth Challenges
16:26 Kenya's Political Turmoil and Impeachment Drama
23:21 Quick Takes
36:12 What in the World

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This week we're discussing various pressing issues across Africa, including the illegal mining crisis in Ghana known as Galamsey, political unrest in Tunisia, Senegal's shifting political alliances, competition in Kenya's internet market with Starlink, Malawi's economic initiatives, JP Morgan's expansion into Africa, and Russia's growing influence in the region. We'll also be providing a comprehensive review of Nigeria's current state, touching on its economy, safety, tech investments, and governance.

Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. 

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00:00 Introduction to Current Events in Africa
01:05 Galamsey: The Crisis of Illegal Mining in Ghana
09:06 Political Unrest in Tunisia: Protests Against Authoritarianism
13:00 Senegal's Political Landscape: Snap Elections and Alliances
17:02 Competition in Kenya: Safaricom vs. Starlink
24:55 Malawi's Economic Revamp: New Airline Partnerships
28:54 JP Morgan's Expansion Plans in Africa
30:53 Russia's Growing Influence in Africa
33:55 Nigeria's State of the Nation: A Comprehensive Review

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This week we're updating you on developments of Liquified Natural Gas in Nigeria, Adani Enterprises foray into Kenya, National Identity Systems in the DRC and Attempted Assassinations in Comoros.

There's also a bunch of quick takes like Senegal dissolving its Parliament, Ghana's Refinery dreams, the result of the Algerian elections and an attack on Uganda's Bobbi Wine. 

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The songs played are Many Men by Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson and Something Fishy by Davido. All rights to the songs belong to the artist sand we claim no credit nor make profit from the use of these songs. 

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This week we're updating you on the infamous Black Axe group, Corruption in Angola, more politics in the Horn of Africa and nationalisation in Burkina Faso.

There's also a bunch of quick takes like the second largest diamond in history being found in Botswana, Senegal's government setting up a natural resource review commission, and Malawi's elections heating up! 

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(Nigeria was not as fast as lightning) 

This week we're updating you on Nigerian Debts, Politics in the Horn of Africa and Moroccan Industrial Policy.

There's also a bunch of quick takes like huge cannabis plant in Rwanda, the rise of MPox, and a Nigerian in space! Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. 

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This week we're updating you on protests in Nigeria, Ethiopia's currency devaluation (and its resulting IMF loan package), Zambia firing it's anti-corruption board and MNT-Halan raising $157.5 million.

There's also a bunch of quick takes like the Tech M&A wave across the continent, Mercury Bank leaving African startups high and dry and France's about face in the Western Sahara. Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. 

FCCPC report and other docs: https://fccpc.gov.ng/immpw/
Nairametrics article: https://search.app/Bne7cQzx9LZh6td18

The song played is Wave by Asake and Central Cee. All rights to the song belong to the artists and we claim no credit nor make profit from the use of this song. 

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This week we're updating you on Nigeria's restructuring of local governments, a major Series A fundraising and Rwanda’s 99% man.

There's also a bunch of quick takes like the salary cuts in Liberia, Starlink in South Sudan and pro-democracy protests in eSwatini. Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. 

Click here to read the FCCPC judgment: https://x.com/fccpcnigeria/status/1814328947439509563?s=48&t=OHJcj7U1vA53dknqRWXcvg 

The song played is Elon Musk by Shallipopi. All rights to the song belong to each of the artists and we claim no credit nor make profit from the use of this song. 

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This week we're updating you on Africa’s New Energy Bank, the next stage of the Kenyan protests and a $1 trillion of oil in Namibia.

There's also a bunch of quick takes like the Mauritanian elections and M&A in the tech space. Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. 

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The song played is Dangote by Burna Boy. All rights to the song belong to Burna Boy and we claim no credit nor make profit from the use of this song. 

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This week we're updating you on a unity government in SA, Kenyan protests and Company’s playing musical chairs in Nigeria

There's also a bunch of quick takes like Sierra Leone banning Child marriage. Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. 

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This week we're updating you on Strike like I don’t want to work, Banking Palaver and Zim Zuma dey run am?

There's also a bunch of quick takes likeBurkina Faso extending its military rule. Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. 

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This week we're updating you on Binance's battles in Nigeria, too much Rambo in the Congo and Zim Zuma whose got the keys to my government?

There's also a bunch of quick takes like Qatar's investment in an unnamed African airline. Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. 

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We're updating you on the proposed Nigerian Diaspora Trust Fund, unrest in the horn of Africa and Togo being run as a family business. There's also a bunch of quick takes like Amazon landing on the continent. Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. 

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We're updating you on the broad themes across the two year's we've been gone namely what's been going on in Nigeria, elections across Africa, the acquisition of Multichoice etc. Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. 

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