
Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations
‘Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations’ is a podcast that highlights the perspectives of various stakeholders in academia and research fields across Africa through open dialogue or ‘Mazungumzo’ on scholarly communication in Africa. We are joined by an expansive list of African policymakers, science communication specialists, innovators, and tertiary institution leads who contribute to this realm of science communication. Join the host, Joy Owango, for candid stories by researchers, policymakers, higher education leaders, and innovators on their journeys.
Podcasting since 2024 • 12 episodes
Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations
Latest Episodes
SN 3 EP 7: Preserving African Knowledge Through Digital Libraries with Dr. Nkem Osuigwe
In this episode, Dr. Nkem Osuigwe talks about her journey from a child in post-war Nigeria to an award-winning librarian. Dr. Osuigwe shares her work with the African Library and Information Associations and Institutions (AfLIA) and as 2022's W...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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47:48

SN 3 EP 6: Advancing Reproducible Research Through Community-Led Initiatives with Emmanuel Boakye (AREN)
In this episode, Emmanuel Boakye, co-founder of the African Reproducibility Network (AREN), discusses the role of open science in Africa and the importance of research reproducibility. He shares how AREN is bridging gaps in research cultu...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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24:02

SN 3 EP 5: Leading Higher Education Reforms in Africa with Professor Nelson Ijumba
In this episode of Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations, Professor Nelson Ijumba shares his experience leading the restructuring of the University of Rwanda, merging seven institutions into one research-led university. He ...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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49:31

SN 3 EP4: Exploring the Power of Podcasts and Digital Platforms for African Research Impact with Root of Science’s Anne Chisa
In this special collaboration episode, Joy Owango of Mazungumzo – African Scholarly Conversations and Anne Chisa of The Root of Science Podcast come together for a dynamic and insightful discussion.They explore how their platforms ...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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46:47

SN 3 EP 3: Advancing African Scholarly Publishing through Diamond Open Access with AJOL's Susan Murray
In this episode, we sit down with Susan Murray, Executive Director of African Journals Online (AJOL), to explore the transformative power of no-fee publishing in reshaping the visibility and accessibility of African research.Susan ...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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43:53
