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 pro...

SummaryIn 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 macroecon...

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 imp...

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 ques...

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.Time stamps:...

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.Time sta...

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'...

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...

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 Ea...

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 t...

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 ...

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 Nigeria15:19 Trump, USAID, and Africa

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 Goma15:41 ECOWAS @ 50 and the Alliance of Sahelian States28:11 Nigeri...

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 Busi...

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...

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...

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 upcom...

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 turmoi...

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 S...

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 ...

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 b...

(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, th...

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...

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-democra...

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 u...