Africa Tech Radio

Lula won in Brazil, and Democrats broke a three-decade dry spell in Texas. But amidst the global political euphoria, is there a hidden disquiet?

Are we celebrating political wins without seeing the full picture? In this thought-provoking episode of What's on your Mind Podcast, we move beyond the euphoria of the recent elections in Brazil and the US midterms to ask: what are we actually missing? 

Guided by a remarkable essay from philosopher Bayo Akomolafe, we unpack the hidden disquiet that lingers behind every electoral victory and loss.

But the conversation doesn’t stop there. We also tackle a growing tension in our own political landscape: the disconnect between the older generation and the youth. For the first time, we are seeing young people actively refusing to listen to the advice of the elders. 

When the "home front"—the foundation of our society and traditions—collapses, how do we learn? 

Join us as we explore what happens when traditional African principles of learning from older generations break down, and what it means for the future of our democracy. 

Join, speak out, and ask yourself: What’s on your mind?

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Guest Features:
Johnson Abbaly (often searched as Abbaley) is a Nigerian consultant, youth empowerment advocate, and leadership facilitator. Widely known as the "Father of Smartans," he focuses on youth mentorship, active citizenship, and nurturing Africa's successor generation.

Resources (Links):
1) LinkedIn Post by Bayo Akomolafe - https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/lula-other-thing-happened-twilight-creature-came-night-bayo-akomolafe-ayoaf/

2) Bayo Akomolafe on LinkedIn - https://in.linkedin.com/in/bayoakomolafe

Duration: ~ 55 minutes
Produced by: Africa Tech Radio
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 On today’s episode, we're joined by Asmaa Kotb, the Egyptian founder and CEO of KoCyber. 

 

She talks about launching her cybersecurity awareness product, "Coskills," and why investing in a pan-African team is her biggest asset for scaling globally. 

 

Asmaa also shares some hard truths for early-stage founders about why bringing just an MVP to an investor meeting might hold you back. 

 

Listen to learn what it means to be truly "ready" for investment.

Recorded at Web Summit Qatar 2026, host Tony speaks with Algerian innovator Sabria Lagoun. 

 

They explore the newly opened African Olympiad Academy, a Pan-African residential school designed for elite mathematical minds. 

 

Listen to understand how the academy prepares students for global universities and encourages them to solve the continent's most urgent needs.

 

In this episode, we sit down with Marcos and Anaximandro, the co-founders of African Dev. This innovative company connects Brazilian businesses with top-tier African developers, fostering a unique cross-cultural exchange. 

 

We discuss their company's mission, their experiences at Web Summit Qatar, and their new venture, Subscribely; a cash flow management system for small and medium businesses. 

 

Listen in to learn more about how they are bridging the tech gap and empowering African developers.

What really happened on June 12, 1993 in Nigeria?

In this episode, we unpack how selfish interests derailed a rare opportunity for Nigerian democracy and how those historical events planted the seeds for today's political dysfunction.

Featuring an exclusive discussion with the film's director and producer, Ose Oyamendan, this is an episode every Nigerian history enthusiast should not miss.

If we had prevented Abacha from becoming head of state after the 1993 election, would Nigeria be in a better place today?

This week on the podcast, we use the "MKO" documentary as a starting point to explore the deep roots of our political dysfunction.

We discuss the impunity of our leaders, how the military injected money into our politics, and why the right to vote means nothing without basic security and infrastructure. 

Join, speak out, and ask yourself: What’s on your mind?

New Episodes are published every 2nd and 4th Friday!

Listen here: africatechradio.com, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, and across ALL podcast platforms.

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Guest Features:
Ose Oyamendan is a Nigerian-American filmmaker, journalist, and director who directed and produced the feature-length investigative documentary film MKO (2026), which explores the life, political career, and mysterious death in custody of Nigeria's president-elect, Chief Moshood Kashimawo Olawale (MKO Abiola).

Background & Connection: Ose Oyamendan previously worked as a journalist for Weekend Concord, a publication founded by MKO Abiola, giving him a personal and historical connection to the events surrounding the annulment of the June 12, 1993, election.

The Documentary (MKO): Released in international festivals and Nigerian cinemas (starting October 1, 2026), the 1-hour 48-minute film took 13 years and over a million dollars to produce, featuring rare archival footage and interviews with key historical and political figures.

Role & Leadership: Beyond directing MKO, Oyamendan is the Managing Director and Executive Producer at O2A Media Inc. and founded the Nollywood in Hollywood initiative.

Resources (Links):
1) The Republic Podcast by Wale Lawal - https://rpublc.com/podcasts/season/1
This is a narrative podcast series whose first season explores the story of June 12, 1993. This podcast hosted by Wale Lawal, was mentioned and referenced by WOYM podcast host Ayisha in this episode.

https://rpublc.com/podcasts/season/1 (Link to the series)

Duration: ~ 43 minutes
Produced by: Africa Tech Radio
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Ever wondered how startups get millions of dollars in funding?

On this episode of Cruise Control, Mide Daniel breaks down venture capital, angel investors, where the money comes from, and how startups can attract funding.

Whether you’re building a startup or simply curious about how tech businesses grow, this one’s for you.

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You save it to the cloud… but where is the cloud? 

From iCloud and Google Photos to WhatsApp backups and Netflix, we use cloud technology every day without really thinking about what’s happening behind the scenes.

On this episode of Cruise Ctrl, we’re breaking it down in simple terms and looking at why cloud infrastructure matters for Africa.

Listen and follow Africa Tech Radio for more.

What is the true power of the Nigerian citizen?

In this episode, we dive deeper into the state of our democracy.

First, we discuss the "agency of the citizen" as the 2027 elections draw nearer in Nigeria, exploring why we must stop passing the buck and start acting according to our conscience.
 
Then, we explore the vital importance of protecting free speech as Nigerians nationwide - from Borno to Warri and Abuja - resist helplessness and take firm political stances. 

Whether it is demanding change or defending the right to protest, the power is in your hands.

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Resources (Links):
Ireland's Bazunu hailed for Israel match withdrawal -https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2026/9/27/who-is-gavin-bazunu-and-why-is-he-boycotting-the-ireland-vs-israel-match

Guest(s)
Dike Chukwumerije:
Dike Chukwumerije is a poet and socially conscious artist whose work goes beyond performance to challenge polarising narratives.

He is the Creative Director of Simply Poetry Ltd. and the Founder of Dike Chukwumerije Centre.

Duration: ~ 52 minutes
Produced by: Africa Tech Radio

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How much does it really cost to take a stand?

From dissecting the heavy emotional cost of civic patriotism and national disillusionment to analyzing the commercial and ethical price tag of standing up for your beliefs, this episode, we pull back the curtain on the stories shaping our culture.

Whether we’re examining "what happens when your country breaks your heart" or evaluating the cost-benefit analysis behind public controversies, we bring you unfiltered, thought-provoking conversations every fortnight.

Join, speak out, and ask yourself: What’s on your mind?

 

New Episodes are published every 2nd and 4th Friday! 

Listen here: africatechradio.com, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean and across ALL podcast platforms.

Don't just listen, join the conversation NOW in the comments.

 

Resources (Links):
https://www.facebook.com/share/1EyNLJNDD7/?mibextid=wwXIfr

https://www.instagram.com/reel/DdT9GOCqe8i/?stkn=aGV1bDg1Z2lma2o0

Duration: ~ 49 minutes
Produced by: Africa Tech Radio
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You save it to the cloud… but where is the cloud? 

From iCloud and Google Photos to WhatsApp backups and Netflix, we use cloud technology every day without really thinking about what’s happening behind the scenes.

On this episode of Cruise Ctrl, we’re breaking it down in simple terms and looking at why cloud infrastructure matters for Africa.

Listen and follow Africa Tech Radio for more.