Lumumba’s Africa

African sport
In the current episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we dive into the world of African sports — a realm where passion, talent, and resilience collide. From the roaring stadiums of football-crazed nations to the dusty village pitches where future...
Jul 10, 2025 14:05
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.

African sport
In the current episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we dive into the world of African sports — a realm where passion, talent, and resilience collide. From the roaring stadiums of football-crazed nations to the dusty village pitches where future...
Jul 10, 2025 14:05
Chiefs and kings of Africa
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the enduring legacy of Africa’s traditional rulers — the chiefs, kings, and queens who have shaped the continent’s history, culture, and identity for centuries. During the...
Jul 10, 2025 14:03
The Story of Algeria
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we explore the pivotal role of Algeria in shaping Africa’s liberation struggles and its complex legacy in the post-independence era. Known as the “Mecca of Revolution,” Algeria became a...
Jul 3, 2025 13:42
Africa and BRICS
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we dive into the high-stakes relationship between Africa and the BRICS alliance as the bloc expands and reshapes global power dynamics. With Africa’s vast resources, growing economies, and strategic...
Jul 3, 2025 13:42
Conflicts in Africa
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the turbulent aftermath of independence, exploring the post-colonial conflicts that shaped the continent’s destiny. From the Congo Crisis to civil wars fueled by Cold War rivalries and...
Jun 26, 2025 13:10
Madagascar
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we explore Madagascar—not just as a biodiversity hotspot, but as a key player in Africa’s past, present, and future. Located in the Indian Ocean, this vast island is geographically separate yet...
Jun 26, 2025 13:09
Attempts at unification: Ups and downs
Professor P.L.O. Lumumba looks at how how Africa has tried to unite throuout its history and what obstacles the process has faced - and is still facing - on the way to a united Africa.
Jun 19, 2025 13:59
Russian missions to Africa
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, the Professor explores how Soviet, and later, Russian involvement in Africa has changed the Mother Continent, and if the Russians managed to succeed where the Western powers failed.
Jun 19, 2025 13:59
Africa’s industrialization by neo-colonial powers
In this episode of Lumumba’s Africa, we delve into the complex and often controversial role of foreign powers in Africa’s industrialization. While the continent seeks economic transformation, are neo-colonial forces shaping its...
Jun 12, 2025 13:14