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The Brenthurst Foundation Podcast

Through conversations with policy-makers, political actors, academics and topic experts, we talk through the development challenges facing Africa and some of the solutions on offer for economic growth and prosperity.

71 episodes

Marie-Noelle Nwokolo

Marie-Noelle Nwokolo

Senior Researcher, The Brenthurst Foundation

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Democracy Unveiled: Navigating Opposition & Service in African Politics - a chat with Tendai Biti

Episode 71

Democracy Unveiled: Navigating Opposition & Service in African Politics - a chat with Tendai Biti

Launched 17 Apr 2024

Putting Citizens First: Co-Production in Policymaking with Noreen Blanluet

Episode 70

Putting Citizens First: Co-Production in Policymaking with Noreen Blanluet

Launched 17 Apr 2024

Bridging Divides: A chat with Roelf Meyer on the making of the South African Peace Process

Episode 69

Bridging Divides: A chat with Roelf Meyer on the making of the South African Peace Process

Launched 17 Apr 2024

Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with President Ian Khama

Episode 68

Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with President Ian Khama

Launched 21 Feb 2024

Fields of Opportunity: Insights into South Africa's Agriculture Landscape with Wandile Sihlobo

Episode 67

Fields of Opportunity: Insights into South Africa's Agriculture Landscape with Wandile Sihlobo

Launched 6 Feb 2024

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Supporting MSMEs in the Informal Sector – the Setana Solution

Episode 66

Supporting MSMEs in the Informal Sector – the Setana Solution

Launched 23 Aug 2023

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Japan’s Rise to Economic Prosperity: A Chat with Professor Kenichi Ohno (Part 2)

Episode 65

Japan’s Rise to Economic Prosperity: A Chat with Professor Kenichi Ohno (Part 2)

Launched 23 Aug 2023

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Japan’s Rise to Economic Prosperity: A Chat with Professor Kenichi Ohno

Episode 64

Japan’s Rise to Economic Prosperity: A Chat with Professor Kenichi Ohno

Launched 7 Jun 2023

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Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with Madam President, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

Episode 63

Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with Madam President, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

Launched 24 May 2023

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Debt, Democracy and the Importance of Dialogue: A Chat with Olusegun Obasanjo

Episode 62

Debt, Democracy and the Importance of Dialogue: A Chat with Olusegun Obasanjo

Launched 16 May 2023

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Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with H.E. Hailemariam Dessalegn (PART 2)

Episode 61

Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with H.E. Hailemariam Dessalegn (PART 2)

Launched 26 Apr 2023

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Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with H.E. Hailemariam Dessalegn (PART 1)

Episode 60

Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with H.E. Hailemariam Dessalegn (PART 1)

Launched 20 Apr 2023

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The Cream of the Crop: The Importance of Agriculture in Development with Isabelle Tsakok (Part 2)

Episode 59

The Cream of the Crop: The Importance of Agriculture in Development with Isabelle Tsakok (Part 2)

Launched 12 Apr 2023

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The Cream of the Crop: The Importance of Agriculture in Development with Isabell Tsakok (Part 1)

Episode 58

The Cream of the Crop: The Importance of Agriculture in Development with Isabell Tsakok (Part 1)

Launched 31 Mar 2023

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Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with H.E. Ernest Bai Koroma (PART 2)

Episode 57

Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with H.E. Ernest Bai Koroma (PART 2)

Launched 28 Mar 2023

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Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with H.E. Ernest Bai Koroma

Episode 56

Africa Through Their Eyes: A Chat with H.E. Ernest Bai Koroma

Launched 8 Mar 2023

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Do Africans Now Prefer More Military Rule? A Chat with Afrobarometer’s CEO, Joe Asunka

Episode 55

Do Africans Now Prefer More Military Rule? A Chat with Afrobarometer’s CEO, Joe Asunka

Launched 14 Dec 2022

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The Role of SOEs in Development in South Africa: A Chat with Alan Hirsch

Episode 54

The Role of SOEs in Development in South Africa: A Chat with Alan Hirsch

Launched 2 Dec 2022

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Better Choices and the Labour Market: A Chat with Haroon Bhorat

Episode 53

Better Choices and the Labour Market: A Chat with Haroon Bhorat

Launched 16 Nov 2022

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Eskom and the Great Power Puzzle with Ray Hartley

Episode 52

Eskom and the Great Power Puzzle with Ray Hartley

Launched 9 Nov 2022

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Service Delivery at Sub-National Level: A Chat with Andrew Murray

Episode 51

Service Delivery at Sub-National Level: A Chat with Andrew Murray

Launched 26 Oct 2022

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War Crimes, Accountability, and the Importance of Upholding Human Rights in Ukraine: A Chat with Oleksandra Matviichuk

Episode 50

War Crimes, Accountability, and the Importance of Upholding Human Rights in Ukraine: A Chat with Oleksandra Matviichuk

Launched 19 Oct 2022

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Social Insurance: Building Better Institutions: A Chat with Andrew Donaldson

Episode 49

Social Insurance: Building Better Institutions: A Chat with Andrew Donaldson

Launched 12 Oct 2022

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Understanding the Role of a Wartime Parliament: At Home with Solomiia Bobrovska and Hryhoriy Nemyria

Episode 48

Understanding the Role of a Wartime Parliament: At Home with Solomiia Bobrovska and Hryhoriy Nemyria

Launched 12 Oct 2022

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South Africa's Agriculture: Policy Reforms to Stimulate Growth and Employment

Episode 47

South Africa's Agriculture: Policy Reforms to Stimulate Growth and Employment

Launched 28 Sep 2022

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A Masterclass on Ukraine's Strategic Communication in War: A Chat with Alina Frolova

Episode 46

A Masterclass on Ukraine's Strategic Communication in War: A Chat with Alina Frolova

Launched 21 Sep 2022

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Informal Economy and Informal Employment in South Africa: A Chat with David Francis

Episode 45

Informal Economy and Informal Employment in South Africa: A Chat with David Francis

Launched 7 Sep 2022

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Understanding the Basics and Basis of Election Observer Missions: A Chat with Jeffrey Smith

Episode 44

Understanding the Basics and Basis of Election Observer Missions: A Chat with Jeffrey Smith

Launched 24 Aug 2022

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On Leadership and Agency of Africa's Youth: A Chat with Prince Nwadeyi

Episode 43

On Leadership and Agency of Africa's Youth: A Chat with Prince Nwadeyi

Launched 3 Aug 2022

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The Role and Relevance of Parliament Today: A Chat with Siviwe Gwarube

Episode 42

The Role and Relevance of Parliament Today: A Chat with Siviwe Gwarube

Launched 27 Jul 2022

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Somaliland: How to Get onto the Right Side of History

Episode 41

Somaliland: How to Get onto the Right Side of History

Launched 6 Jul 2022

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No One is Safe Until Everyone is Safe: Discussing Migrant Experiences in South Africa

Episode 40

No One is Safe Until Everyone is Safe: Discussing Migrant Experiences in South Africa

Launched 22 Jun 2022

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Understanding the Crux of Africa-China Relations on Trade and Infrastructure": A Chat with Ovigwe Eguegu

Episode 39

Understanding the Crux of Africa-China Relations on Trade and Infrastructure": A Chat with Ovigwe Eguegu

Launched 25 May 2022

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Technology and Domestic Resource Mobilisation: A Ghanaian Case Study

Episode 38

Technology and Domestic Resource Mobilisation: A Ghanaian Case Study

Launched 11 May 2022

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One Man's Journey as a Diplomat: A Chat with Ambassador Kipyego Cheluget

Episode 37

One Man's Journey as a Diplomat: A Chat with Ambassador Kipyego Cheluget

Launched 4 May 2022

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When Tech Meets Agriculture: A Chat with Ikenna of Releaf

Episode 36

When Tech Meets Agriculture: A Chat with Ikenna of Releaf

Launched 27 Apr 2022

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Reimagining Development (with China): A Chat with Hannah Ryder and Jade Scarfe

Episode 35

Reimagining Development (with China): A Chat with Hannah Ryder and Jade Scarfe

Launched 16 Mar 2022

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Launch of the 'Prospects for a Post-Pandemic Economic Recovery in Africa' Report

Episode 34

Launch of the 'Prospects for a Post-Pandemic Economic Recovery in Africa' Report

Launched 9 Mar 2022

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Keynote Address from President Hakainde Hichilema || Expensive Poverty Book Launch

Episode 33

Keynote Address from President Hakainde Hichilema || Expensive Poverty Book Launch

Launched 23 Feb 2022

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Addressing Africa's youth (un)employment challenge: A Chat with Mona Iddrisu

Episode 32

Addressing Africa's youth (un)employment challenge: A Chat with Mona Iddrisu

Launched 16 Feb 2022

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Monetising the Ocean as a Source of Finance: A Chat with Erik Wandrag

Episode 31

Monetising the Ocean as a Source of Finance: A Chat with Erik Wandrag

Launched 9 Feb 2022

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Why Alleviating Poverty is Not the Same as Creating Prosperity: A Chat with Efosa Ojomo

Episode 30

Why Alleviating Poverty is Not the Same as Creating Prosperity: A Chat with Efosa Ojomo

Launched 1 Dec 2021

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Getting It Right With Tech In Africa: A Chat With Tim Harris

Episode 29

Getting It Right With Tech In Africa: A Chat With Tim Harris

Launched 24 Nov 2021

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Are we Really Practicing Democracy? A Discussion with Rhoda Osei-Afful

Episode 28

Are we Really Practicing Democracy? A Discussion with Rhoda Osei-Afful

Launched 17 Nov 2021

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Career Spotlight Pt 2: What it's Really Like to be a Finance Minister with Malado Kaba

Episode 27

Career Spotlight Pt 2: What it's Really Like to be a Finance Minister with Malado Kaba

Launched 10 Nov 2021

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Career Spotlight Pt 1: What it's Really Like to be a Finance Minister with Malado Kaba

Episode 26

Career Spotlight Pt 1: What it's Really Like to be a Finance Minister with Malado Kaba

Launched 3 Nov 2021

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The Case for an Active Approach to Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Africa

Episode 25

The Case for an Active Approach to Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Africa

Launched 27 Oct 2021

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Financing Africa's Growth: A Chat with Dr Yakama Manty Jones

Episode 24

Financing Africa's Growth: A Chat with Dr Yakama Manty Jones

Launched 20 Oct 2021

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Developing a New Narrative for Growth: A Chat with President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia

Episode 23

Developing a New Narrative for Growth: A Chat with President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia

Launched 13 Oct 2021

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On Good Leadership and Deepening Democracy in Africa: A Chat with Riva Levinson

Episode 22

On Good Leadership and Deepening Democracy in Africa: A Chat with Riva Levinson

Launched 29 Sep 2021

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Youth Leadership in Africa: Why are Africa's leaders so Old if its Populations are so Young?

Episode 21

Youth Leadership in Africa: Why are Africa's leaders so Old if its Populations are so Young?

Launched 22 Sep 2021

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Resilience and Adaptation: How the SA Future Trust Supported SMME's Through the Pandemic

Episode 20

Resilience and Adaptation: How the SA Future Trust Supported SMME's Through the Pandemic

Launched 15 Sep 2021

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When The Cameras Stop Rolling: A Life in Journalism with Daniel Makokera

Episode 19

When The Cameras Stop Rolling: A Life in Journalism with Daniel Makokera

Launched 8 Sep 2021

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A Masterclass in Designing a Fit for Purpose Foreign Policy for South Africa with Peter Fabricius

Episode 18

A Masterclass in Designing a Fit for Purpose Foreign Policy for South Africa with Peter Fabricius

Launched 1 Sep 2021

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Afghanistan After the West's Withdrawal

Episode 17

Afghanistan After the West's Withdrawal

Launched 25 Aug 2021

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Averting South Africa's Political Crisis: Is UBI the Answer?

Episode 16

Averting South Africa's Political Crisis: Is UBI the Answer?

Launched 18 Aug 2021

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Improving Nigeria's Business Environment: A Chat with Dr Jumoke Oduwole

Episode 15

Improving Nigeria's Business Environment: A Chat with Dr Jumoke Oduwole

Launched 2 Jun 2021

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On US-Africa relations: A Conversation with Ambassador J. Peter Pham

Episode 14

On US-Africa relations: A Conversation with Ambassador J. Peter Pham

Launched 26 May 2021

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Diaspora Engagement: Harnessing the Developmental Power of the International Community

Episode 13

Diaspora Engagement: Harnessing the Developmental Power of the International Community

Launched 19 May 2021

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The Case for Industry Without Smokestacks: Leveraging BPO Services to Address Unemployment in Africa

Episode 12

The Case for Industry Without Smokestacks: Leveraging BPO Services to Address Unemployment in Africa

Launched 12 May 2021

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The Future of Work: A Pathway to Employment in Africa with Sharmi Surianarain

Episode 11

The Future of Work: A Pathway to Employment in Africa with Sharmi Surianarain

Launched 5 May 2021

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Engaged Capital: A Path to Strengthening Africa's Post-Pandemic Recovery

Episode 10

Engaged Capital: A Path to Strengthening Africa's Post-Pandemic Recovery

Launched 28 Apr 2021

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The Rapid Urbanisation of African Cities: How to Avoid a Demographic Crisis

Episode 9

The Rapid Urbanisation of African Cities: How to Avoid a Demographic Crisis

Launched 21 Apr 2021

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The Power of Technology: Preparing Today's Youth for Tomorrow's Digital World

Episode 8

The Power of Technology: Preparing Today's Youth for Tomorrow's Digital World

Launched 14 Apr 2021

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Lessons from COVID-19: Building a More Resilient Continent

Episode 7

Lessons from COVID-19: Building a More Resilient Continent

Launched 24 Mar 2021

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Philanthropy and Development: Funding Africa's Growth

Episode 6

Philanthropy and Development: Funding Africa's Growth

Launched 17 Mar 2021

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Driving Trade Across Southern Africa: A Route Diagnostic from South Africa to Malawi, via Mozambique

Episode 5

Driving Trade Across Southern Africa: A Route Diagnostic from South Africa to Malawi, via Mozambique

Launched 10 Mar 2021

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On AfCFTA: How Can Africa Win This Time Around?

Episode 4

On AfCFTA: How Can Africa Win This Time Around?

Launched 3 Mar 2021

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South Africa's Greatest Economic Adversary... Itself: Finding Common Ground for Growth with Ray Hartley

Episode 3

South Africa's Greatest Economic Adversary... Itself: Finding Common Ground for Growth with Ray Hartley

Launched 24 Feb 2021

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Picking your Battles: The Reality of Managing Covid in the Face of Insecurity - An Interview with David Kilcullen

Episode 2

Picking your Battles: The Reality of Managing Covid in the Face of Insecurity - An Interview with David Kilcullen

Launched 17 Feb 2021

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The Elephant in the Room: Can AfCFTA Work? An Interview with TMEA CEO Frank Matsaert

Episode 1

The Elephant in the Room: Can AfCFTA Work? An Interview with TMEA CEO Frank Matsaert

Launched 10 Feb 2021

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