Africa Within Podcast
This podcast explores the intersection of health, peace, and climate change in Africa, shedding light on the continent’s unique challenges and inspiring solutions. From combating infectious diseases to addressing the impacts of climate change on vulnerable communities, we bring you stories of resilience, innovation, and collaboration. Join us as we speak with experts, activists, and policymakers working to create a healthier, more peaceful, and sustainable future for Africa
Africa Within Podcast
Latest Episodes
At the Intersection: Climate Change, Labour Rights and Gender Justice
In this episode of Africa Within, we sit down with Wendy Pekeur, an activist and co-founder of the Ubuntu Rural Women and Youth Movement—a grassroots organisation that emerged from resistance to farm evictions in Stellenbosch and has s...
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Eliminating Cervical Cancer in Africa: The Road to 90-70-90
In this episode of the Africa Within Podcast, we speak with Dr. Dille Mahamadou Issimouha, Technical Officer for Cancer Control at the World Health Organization's Africa Region, to discuss Africa's efforts to eliminate cervical cancer, one of t...
Why the African Union's EVAWG Convention Could Be a Game Changer for Women's Rights in Africa
In this episode of the Africa Within Podcast, we take you to Dar es Salaam, where the African Women's Development and Communications Network (FEMNET) brought together African women leaders, activists, and policymakers to discuss the African Uni...
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Youth at the Frontlines of Peace: A Conversation with AU Youth Ambassador for Peace
In this episode of Africa Within, we sit down with Simone Diouf, the African Union Youth Ambassador for Peace in West Africa, to explore the core of the Youth, Peace, and Security (YPS) Agenda.Simone shares her journey as a youn...
Brave and unapologetic: Young Advocates for Women's Health and Justice (Youth Day Special)
In this impactful Youth Day episode of The Africa Within Podcast, we chat with Nonhlanhla Siwela, a future doctor dedicated to a present-day mission. As a medical student and passionate advocate, she is already championing bette...
