Episode 3: Redefining African Narratives: Baffour Ankomah on History, Self-Confidence, and Media Resistance

In this episode, we welcome Baffour Ankomah, a distinguished journalist and former editor of the New Africa magazine. Baffour, who has been a leading voice in African media for over three decades, discusses the importance of self-confidence, historical awareness, and education for Africans. He touches on topics including Zimbabwe's land reform, Liberia's civil conflict, and the influence of Western media and powers on African nations. Baffour also introduces his new magazine, The Third Eye, which aims to reclaim Africa's narrative and emphasize its historical roots. The conversation highlights the critical need for Africans to control their narrative and the role of education in empowering individuals and nations.

Baffour Ankomah's Links: 
Papers: https://independent.academia.edu/BaffourAnkomah
New Africa: https://newafricanmagazine.com/author/baffour-ankomah/

Host Links
Dr Sumaira Farha's Instagram: @thetriculturalpsychologist
@ronuspirit on all Social Media

Chapters

• 0:40 Introduction and Podcast Overview
• 1:42 Debunking the Bantu Myth
• 2:30 African Migrations and Ancestry
• 4:18 Linguistic Connections Across Africa
• 7:30 The Third Eye Magazine
• 8:16 Historical African Presence in the Americas
• 9:58 Baffour Ankomah's Journalism Journey
• 14:35 Challenges and Triumphs in African Media
• 18:16 Western Influence and African Resistance
• 35:03 Lessons from Zimbabwe and Liberia
• 42:37 Support for Mugabe and the Importance of Education
• 44:35 China's Growing Influence in Africa
• 46:19 Concerns About African Leaders' Deal-Making
• 48:40 Historical Exploitation of African Resources
• 50:54 The Role of Media and Public Awareness
• 56:13 US Involvement in South Sudan's Oil Reserves
• 1:01:28 The Importance of History in Empowering Africans
• 1:16:52 Closing Thoughts and Reflections