SUBALI Podcast

SUBALI
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From London Heathrow to Kinshasa N’djili. People kept asking me the same question: “What’s life really like in Congo?” Instead of answering it over and over again, I started SUBALI. Born and raised in London, my relationship with Kinshasa began in 2021 when what was meant to be a three-week holiday turned into an unexpected 11-month stay. In 2023, I moved to Kinshasa for work and have been building my life here ever since. Through conversations and my own experiences, I explore life in modern Congo — the things that surprise me, challenge me, make me question what I thought I knew, and the people and stories I encounter along the way. Whether you’re part of the diaspora, living or working in Congo, doing business here, considering a move, or simply curious to learn more, you’re welcome.

Episodes

  1. Aug 20

    3 Years & 5 Months in Kinshasa: Why I Stopped Podcasting

    Two years away from the podcast and here I am.  I've now been living in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) for 3 years and 5 months. But the reason I stopped recording wasn't because I had nothing to say. In many ways, it was because living in Kinshasa has been difficult - and sometimes simply getting through life leaves little space to press record.  Now I'm asking myself - and you - what should this podcast become? Should I solely share my experiences of living in Kinshasa? Niche' down into talking about visiting, working, business, investing, expats, NGO's, the Congolese economy? Do I dare to mention religion and / or politics? Should I bring other voices into the conversation? If you're interested in Congo, Kinshasa, African business, investment, culture, life in the DRC or the Congolese diaspora, I'd like to hear from you.  What would you like to know, see or hear? Email me at hello@subali.co and tell me. This is a revival. Whether it becomes a new beginning or the final episode is partly up to you.  Listen. Tell me what you want. Let's see where this goes.  Have a question, comment or feedback? I’d love to hear from you. hello@subali.co

  2. 03/26/2024

    One Year In Kinshasa: Lessons & Discoveries

    What does Kinshasa look like? Are the working conditions good? Where can international tourists stay? What are the people like? How easy is it to get around and deal with traffic? These are just a few concerns and questions for anyone interested in visiting, living, working or investing in Kinshasa. In this episode, Balili shares insight from her one-year stay in Kinshasa, the Democratic Republic of Congo. Tune in to learn about Kinshasa's cost of living, housing, transportation, the nature of the Congolese people and the availability of necessary services. KEY HIGHLIGHTS DRC is not Kinshasa and Kinshasa is not DRCGombe is Kinshasas’s international and wealthy community hub Kinshasa’s cost of living and why it may be an expensive cityHousing is one of the first and most critical parts of your settlement in KinshasaHaving your own mode of transport is advisable for your peaceful stay in KinshasaNo two days are the same. Always expect the unexpectedThe warm personality of the Congolese The supermarkets are well established and available for your needs Have a question, comment or feedback? I’d love to hear from you. hello@subali.co

  3. 08/23/2023

    It's Not What You Know But Who You Know

    SUBALI Podcast It's not what you know but who you know.  Organisation's mentioned in this weeks episode:  1. InterNations: https://www.internations.org/  2. Young Professional Congolese: https://twitter.com/YPCongolese 3. Diaspat: https://www.instagram.com/diaspatrdc Have a question, comment or feedback? I’d love to hear from you. hello@subali.co

  4. 08/15/2023

    One Way Ticket To The Democratic Republic of Congo

    A reintroduction to the SUBALI Podcast. Have a question, comment or feedback? I’d love to hear from you. hello@subali.co

  5. 08/22/2022

    Entrepreneur, Teacher, Wife & Mother Both In The DRC & UK

    Aline Lokoto, an ambitious, easy going and nurturing lady who talks us through how she started her initial business in Kinshasa within 4 months of arriving and how she now manages her businesses from the UK. Aline depicts her experience of the private education system in the DRC, from the perspective of a Mother and Teacher.  Aline concludes by sharing light into her continuous plans in investing and building a life in the DRC. Have a question, comment or feedback? I’d love to hear from you. hello@subali.co

  6. 06/27/2022

    Housing in the Democratic Republic of Congo

    Baraka Rumamba is an investor passionate about fundraising in the niche segment of the Congolese Diaspora. He graduated in Accounting and Economics from Southampton University and presently leads the investment committee of the Sarah Bonnell Foundation for which he also serves as a trustee. Baraka seats on the board of the London Community Credit Union, East London’s biggest financial co-operative, as well as the board of 198 Contemporary Art and Learning, London's oldest black-owned gallery. N.B. This episode has glitches. We apologise for the disruption and have made note on how to avoid for future recordings. Thank you. Have a question, comment or feedback? I’d love to hear from you. hello@subali.co

  7. 05/11/2022

    The Mission Was To Come Back & Work For The Congolese Economy

    Ruben Luabeya, an electrical engineer from The United States, born and raised in The Democratic Republic of Congo, reveals how and why he entered the Renewable Energy sector from the US, to now becoming Head of Business Development in the DRC. Luabeya depicts his 2 years of experience since being back in the DRC including; housing, electricity and his perseverance to build a life in the DRC. Have a question, comment or feedback? I’d love to hear from you. hello@subali.co

  8. 04/18/2022

    Living in the DRC - A Female Perspective

    Amba Linda, a Congolese-British talks us through her account of living in Kinshasa, The Democratic Republic of Congo for the past 6 months. The conversation focuses on the questions, concerns and struggles of females from the diaspora. Have a question, comment or feedback? I’d love to hear from you. hello@subali.co

  9. Season 1 Trailer

    An Introduction to SUBALI Podcast

    Have a question, comment or feedback? I’d love to hear from you. hello@subali.co

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From London Heathrow to Kinshasa N’djili. People kept asking me the same question: “What’s life really like in Congo?” Instead of answering it over and over again, I started SUBALI. Born and raised in London, my relationship with Kinshasa began in 2021 when what was meant to be a three-week holiday turned into an unexpected 11-month stay. In 2023, I moved to Kinshasa for work and have been building my life here ever since. Through conversations and my own experiences, I explore life in modern Congo — the things that surprise me, challenge me, make me question what I thought I knew, and the people and stories I encounter along the way. Whether you’re part of the diaspora, living or working in Congo, doing business here, considering a move, or simply curious to learn more, you’re welcome.

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  • Creator
    SUBALI
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 SUBALI Podcast
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