Lumumba’s Africa

The story of Nigeria
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve deep into the continent’s most populous nation and its greatest paradox: Nigeria. Dubbed the “Giant of Africa” for its immense human and natural wealth, the country stands at a...
Aug 28, 2025 13:12
Lumumba’s Africa focuses on the past and current issues affecting the African continent; Filmed amidst the beautiful landscapes of Kenya and hosted by Professor P.L.O. Lumumba, the show looks at the many dichotomies of Africa: why are some of the economies thriving while others stall; why conflicts emerge and refuse to die down, and why despite colonialism being ‘gone’, it still ruins the prosperity of nations.

The story of Nigeria
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve deep into the continent’s most populous nation and its greatest paradox: Nigeria. Dubbed the “Giant of Africa” for its immense human and natural wealth, the country stands at a...
Aug 28, 2025 13:12
African nature
In this episode, Professor PLO Lumumba examines Africa’s complex relationship with the natural forces that define it. This is a compelling journey into the heart of the continent’s greatest challenges—a stark reminder of...
Aug 21, 2025 14:43
European Direct-Rule Territories
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, Professor PLO Lumumba guides us through the systems of Direct Rule: the colonial model of choice for the French, Portuguese, Belgians, and Germans, built on a simple, devastating premise: erase the existing...
Aug 21, 2025 14:42
Terrorist Groups in Africa
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the alarming expansion of terrorist groups across the African continent. From the Sahel to the Horn of Africa, violent extremism continues to destabilize nations, displace millions, and...
Aug 14, 2025 13:02
The Impact of Foreign Pharmaceuticals in Africa
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we examine the double-edged role of foreign pharmaceutical products across the continent. While these medicines save lives, their dominance in African markets raises critical questions about dependency,...
Aug 14, 2025 13:01
Telecommunication in Africa
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the dynamic world of African telecommunications, where multinational giants dominate the market, shaping economies, politics, and daily life across the continent. These telecom behemoths are...
Aug 7, 2025 13:08
Sanctioned South Africa
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, professor P.L.O. Lumumba examines the sanctions that were once imposed on South Africa and their far-reaching consequences. We look at the motivations behind the punitive measures – from trade...
Aug 7, 2025 13:03
Issues in African law
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the complex and often contentious landscape of African legal systems. From colonial-era laws still lingering in modern statutes to the challenges of judicial independence and access to...
Jul 31, 2025 17:30
Globalism and Africa
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we explore Africa’s tangled relationship with globalism. As borders fade and economies merge, Africa faces a critical question – will globalization lift the continent to new heights, or will it...
Jul 31, 2025 17:22