It's a Continent

Robert Gabriel Mugabe led Zimbabwe for almost four decades, and within that period he went from being a hero who helped free his country from colonial rule to an authoritarian who did whatever it took to stay in power. In this episode, we discuss the rise and subsequent fall of this Zimbabwean leader. Music provided by Free Vibes: https://goo.gl/NkGhTgWarm Nights by Lakey Inspired: https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired/...Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...Sources for further reading: Documentary: Zimbabwe Countdown Book: Two weeks in November by Douglas Rogers Journal: Zimbabwe's success story in education and health; will it weather economic structural adjustment? Online sources: How Mugabe became Africa's fallen angel From breadbasket to basket case (The Economist) Robert Mugabe brutally squandered the ‘jewel’ of Zimbabwe – his rule was a bitter lesson for South Africa (The Independent) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

After a brutal genocide in 1994, Rwanda came back to be a thriving and sustainable country within a short space of time. Considering Rwanda’s difficult history comprising of colonialism and genocide, it’s encouraging to see one million people lifted out of poverty, women being elevated in society and life expectancy doubling. However there is a shadow lingering over Rwanda's rapid comeback- a number of human rights issues.Music provided by Free Vibes: https://goo.gl/NkGhTgWarm Nights by Lakey Inspired: https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired/...Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...Sources for further reading:Critics of the Rwandan government dead or missingNews articles Rwanda, 20 years on: how a country is rebuilding itselfTwo Decades After Genocide, Rwanda’s Women Have Made the Nation ThriveRwanda 20 years later: A model for progress and reconciliationHow a Nation Reconciles After Genocide Killed Nearly a Million PeopleA Short History of the Rwandan GenocideRwanda unveils new flag and anthemSince Genocide, Rwanda's Women Have Helped Lead The RecoveryHuman Rights WatchRwanda, A Success Story Of Women EmpowermentPapers:Rwanda: The Genocide, Its Aftermath, and the Tragedy of Victor’s JusticeRwanda's initiatives See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From 1880-1920 the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) was under the rule of King Leopold II of Belgium. Within that time period, the atrocities committed under his rule led to the loss of 10 million Congolese lives, half of the country's population. In this episode, we explore the lead-up and subsequent rule of King Leopold II and the impact this had on the DRC.Music provided by Free Vibes: https://goo.gl/NkGhTgWarm Nights by Lakey Inspired: https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired/...Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...Sources for further reading:BOOK: King Leopold's Ghost: a story of greed, terror, and heroism in Colonial Africa by Adam HochschildJOURNAL ARTICLE: On the origin of fear in the world trade system: excavating the roots of the Berlin Conference of 1884-1885 by Marjorie FlorestalTHESIS: King Leopold II's exploitation of the Congo from 1885 to 1908 and its consequences by Steven P. JohnsonSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thomas Sankara was the president of Burkina Faso from 1983-1987. He remains an inspiration to young Africans and those committed to a pan-Africanist future. His progressive policies, when it came to women’s rights, sustainability, education, and healthcare, were innovative and ahead of his time. We’ll discuss Sankara’s legacy and what could’ve been if he was able to fully galvanise Burkina Faso and perhaps the African continent.Music provided by Free Vibes: https://goo.gl/NkGhTgWarm Nights by Lakey Inspired: https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired/...Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...Sources for further reading:Thomas Sankara - the Upright Man (documentary)The Upright Man - Thomas Sankara by Sean Jacobs (essay)Sankara - daring to reinvent Africa's future (Guardian article)The Land of Upright People (article)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Nigerian Civil War took place from 1967-1970. For a recent historical event that inflicted trauma onto many Nigerians, this story still appears stifled compared to other modern historical events. The total number of Nigerian-Igbo people killed in this conflict is still unknown but it is estimated to be in the millions and it's important that we recognise this. We'll talk about how this war came to be, Britain's involvement in this conflict and the longer reaching consequences from the civil war for Nigeria and the wider continent today. Follow us on Instagram: @itsacontinentpod and let us know which topic you think we should cover next! Music provided by Free Vibes: https://goo.gl/NkGhTgWarm Nights by Lakey Inspired: https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired/...Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...Sources for further reading:Journals/Books:Keil, C. (1970). The Price of Nigerian Victory. Africa Today, There was a Country, Chinua AchebeDocumentary:Nigeria war against Biafra 1967-1970 documentary Weblinks:Nigerians need to talk about the horrors of the war 50 years laterIgbo Genocide and its aftermarth Mr President, I am renouncing my Nigerian citizenship and this is whySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to It's a Continent!In this new podcast, we aim to decolonise African history by recounting key moments which have shaped the continent. We will bring previously unhighlighted stories to light whilst recognising the contributions that African countries have made to our wider society. Follow us on instagram: @itsacontinentpodMusic provided by Free Vibes: https://goo.gl/NkGhTgWarm Nights by Lakey Inspired: https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired/...Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.