Khumbza Afrika | Amplified

07 Key Events Shaping Africa in 2025

In this gripping episode, foreign policy analyst Chris Ògúnmọ́dẹdé joins host Khumbelo Munzhelele to discuss the pivotal events shaping Africa in 2025 — from ECOWAS and the Alliance of Sahel States to visa-free travel challenges and more.

31 Jan 46 min

06 Africa's Regional Integration and BRICS

Prof. Rajen Pillay on Africa's Regional Integration and His Role in BRICS In this episode, renowned finance expert Professor Rajen Pillay talks to host Khumbelo Munzhelele about progress made with regard to Africa's regional integration, the impact of BRICS, and the significance of South Africa's G20 Presidency.

18 Dec 2024 39 min

05 Race for the African Union Commission Chairpersonship

AU Commission Chair Candidate Mahmoud Ali Youssouf on priorities, if elected. In this episode, Djibouti's Foreign Affairs Minister and one of the candidates for the African Union Commission Chairperson position talk to host Khumbelo Munzhelele about key priorities if elected to the coveted continental position.

28 Oct 2024 31 min

04 The 'Africa We Want' Panel Discussion

Africa's integration agenda, the continent's growing influence in the world. In this episode, host Khumbelo Munzhelele and a panel of experts (Dr Edwin Hlase, Dr Andy Atta-Asamoah, and Dr Chris Nshimbi) take stock of Africa's development agenda and discuss what the continent should do to leverage its growing influence in…

29 Sep 2024 1 hr 12 min

03 Exclusive Interview with Ian Khama, Former President of Botswana

Ian Khama on life after leaving office and his African dream. In this episode, former President of Botswana, Ian Khama, talks to host Khumbelo Munzhelele about his time in office, governance and leadership challenges, Sudan's ongoing conflict, and the significance of the upcoming elections in Botswana.

3 Sep 2024 45 min

02 Global Challenges | Joshua Setipa

In this episode, we sit down with Joshua Setipa, a seasoned diplomat and former cabinet minister from Lesotho, who is vying for the prestigious role of Secretary-General of the Commonwealth of Nations. Setipa brings a wealth of experience from his work with international organisations such as the United Nations, the…

13 Aug 2024 51 min

01 South Sudan | Rebecca Nyandeng De Mabior

In this episode, we speak with Her Excellency Rebecca Nyandeng De Mabior, the Vice President for the Gender and Youth Cluster in South Sudan. The interview covers a wide range of topics related to South Sudan's independence, the struggles and challenges faced by the country, the role of women and…

28 Jul 2024 31 min