The Nea Onnim Podcast

The name Nea Onnim is an Adinkra symbol, Nea Onnim No Sua A, Ohu, which means “S/He who does not know can know from learning" and is the symbol for 'the quest of knowledge and learning.'. The Nea Onnim podcast has guests of African descent or guests who have a strong connecton with Africa. My guests are the heroes of the podcast, where we discuss various topics, with the aim of my showcasing excellence that originates and is inspired by Africa. With the aim of evolving conversation about Africa, in order to inspire and educate myself and people who are not from the diaspora. It's my intention to celebrate the amazing people I have met on my journey, those who inspired me and managed to make a success of their chosen professions.

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The Nea Onnim Podcast

Episode 1 - Dina Yassin

August 17, 2020 • Mama Adjua Agymena • Season 1 • Episode 1

This is the first Nea Onnim podcast and I was so happy to have the amazing Dina Yassin, stylist, consultant, designer, and teacher. In this episode, we delve into Eritrea, Ethiopia, and the Middle East.

Adinkra symbol: Ananse Ntontan (a-NAN-Si N-ton-TAN)
Meaning: Symbol of Wisdom, Creativity, and Complexities of life.

Wisdom relates to experience, knowledge, and good judgment in decision-making and taking action. Creativity includes using imagination and original ideas in artistic work or creating something new and different.

Ananse, the spider, is a well-known character in West African folklore. Stories describe the spider as the Messenger of the Supreme Being, weaving a communication web of “tumi” (energy) that permeates all Creation – spirit world and physical world. Ananse also bears the title of “Chief Prankster”

Sites referenced in the podcast.

Efro & Co - sustainable fashion label.
Africa Fashion Week Middle East - knowledge-based entity dedicated to elevate and celebrate Africa’s talents.

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