The Long Form Podcast

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The Long Form is a podcast hosted by Sanny Ntayombya.  We talk politics, culture, science, art, history and economics with some of the most interesting people in Africa.Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money Code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250795462739 For Business Inquiries: commercial@sannyntayombya.com  Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com 

  1. Sonia Mugabo: Creativity, Overcoming Trauma, & The Cost of Building a Fashion Brand in Rwanda

    1D AGO

    Sonia Mugabo: Creativity, Overcoming Trauma, & The Cost of Building a Fashion Brand in Rwanda

    This week on The Long Form, Sonia Mugabo — founder of one of Rwanda’s most recognizable fashion houses — opens up about the trauma, ambition, and emotional cost behind success. Sonia reflects on grief, resilience, entrepreneurship in Africa, motherhood, identity, and the psychological weight of being perceived as “strong.” This conversation explores trauma in Rwanda, African entrepreneurship, creativity under pressure, women in business, post-conflict identity, and the unseen emotional realities behind building a brand in East Africa. A raw and intimate look at success, survival, and what it really means to build something after loss. Sponsors: Threat Informat - https://threatinformant.io/ Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money Code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

    1h 52m
  2. Cybersecurity Insider: Everything You Know About Online Security Is Wrong

    FEB 9

    Cybersecurity Insider: Everything You Know About Online Security Is Wrong

    In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, we sit down with Joel Kashaija, a cybersecurity insider and ethical hacker working at the frontlines of digital risk in Africa to unpack why most people, businesses, and even governments misunderstand online security. From smartphones and public Wi-Fi to VPNs, SIM cards, the dark web, and corporate cyber-espionage, this conversation cuts through myths to explain how cyber threats really work — and why Africa’s future depends on getting digital security right.  Sponsors: Threat Informat - https://threatinformant.io/ Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money Code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

    2h 19m
  3. Davido on Africa, Fame, and Why the World Only Sees Afrobeats

    FEB 2

    Davido on Africa, Fame, and Why the World Only Sees Afrobeats

    Davido gets real in this episode! From being young and wild to leaving the club scene, he talks about President Kagame picking him up from the airport, why he’s building a holiday home in Rwanda, and how his music makes Africa come alive. He also speaks on the West’s obsession with Afrobeats and why the world still doesn’t see African music beyond it.   Sponsors: Threat Informat - https://threatinformant.io/ Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money Code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

    33 min
  4. The Hidden Cost of Charcoal in Africa — with Claudia Muench

    12/29/2025

    The Hidden Cost of Charcoal in Africa — with Claudia Muench

    Charcoal is a normal part of daily life across Africa, yet its true cost is rarely examined. In this episode of The Long Form, Claudia Muench, CEO of Biomassters, reflects on health, climate, and power — and what it would take for Africa to move beyond charcoal. Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money Code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

    1h 39m
  5. Joshua Baraka on Fame, Money & Longevity in African Music

    12/22/2025

    Joshua Baraka on Fame, Money & Longevity in African Music

    Joshua Baraka on blowing up young, surviving fame, and building longevity in African music. In this episode of The Long Form, Uganda’s rising star opens up about money, pressure, purpose, and protecting his art.  We explore Uganda’s music ecosystem, the financial realities behind streaming success, and how artists can turn creativity into sustainable, generational wealth. Joshua also reflects on identity, relationships, and staying grounded in a world that constantly demands more — while offering lessons for musicians, entrepreneurs, and young Africans chasing success in any field. Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money Code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

    1h 25m
  6. Uganda vs Rwanda: Dr. Frederick Golooba-Mutebi on Elections, Oil Money & East Africa’s Next 15 Years

    12/15/2025

    Uganda vs Rwanda: Dr. Frederick Golooba-Mutebi on Elections, Oil Money & East Africa’s Next 15 Years

    Dr. Fred Golooba-Mutebi — Ugandan political scientist, columnist, researcher and member of the Buganda Kingdom’s Lukiiko — joins The Long Form for one of the most honest conversations on Uganda, Rwanda and East Africa’s political future. We break down the 2026 Ugandan elections, Museveni’s likely next term, the impact of Uganda’s oil discovery, the role of traditional kingdoms, and why Uganda and Rwanda — so similar on the surface — have evolved into completely different political cultures Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money Code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

    1h 52m
  7. Andrew Mwenda Breaks His Silence on Museveni, Kagame & The Lies That Brought Them to the Brink

    12/08/2025

    Andrew Mwenda Breaks His Silence on Museveni, Kagame & The Lies That Brought Them to the Brink

    Andrew Mwenda joins The Long Form to reveal the truth behind the Uganda–Rwanda standoff, Museveni’s long-term strategy, Kagame’s leadership style, and the lies that pushed two nations to the brink. We explore regional power, misinformation, elite diplomacy, and the future of East African politics. Essential listening for anyone interested in Uganda, Rwanda, elections, journalism, governance, and Pan-African leadership. Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money Code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

    1h 43m
  8. "Uganda Has Lost Its Common Sense"– David F.K Mpanga on Bad Leadership, Kampala Chaos & How We Fix It

    12/01/2025

    "Uganda Has Lost Its Common Sense"– David F.K Mpanga on Bad Leadership, Kampala Chaos & How We Fix It

    In this episode David F.K. Mpanga —lawyer, and author of The Politics of Common Sense — breaks down why many African societies struggle not with resources or intelligence, but with the absence of collective reason. We discuss Kampala’s chaotic traffic, Uganda’s 2026 elections, whether democracy can deliver common-sense leadership, the cultural clash between kingdoms and modern states, citizenship, exile, and the tension between law, power and identity in Uganda and East Africa.  Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money Code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

    2h 33m
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4.9
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About

The Long Form is a podcast hosted by Sanny Ntayombya.  We talk politics, culture, science, art, history and economics with some of the most interesting people in Africa.Join our Patreon to enjoy ad-free viewing https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPod or support us via our MTN Mobile Money Code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250795462739 For Business Inquiries: commercial@sannyntayombya.com  Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com 

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  • Creator
    LF MEDIA
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    136
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 LF Media Ltd
  • Show Website
    The Long Form Podcast

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