The ARC Insider

thearcinsider

A podcast series of Africa-focused conversations.

  1. 01/08/2023

    Finding the energy to be Green? We speak to one of the most dynamic women on South Africa’s renewable energy scene - Zanele Mbatha CEO of Bambini Energy. The ARC Insider No 49

    Finding the energy to be Green? Karen Allen and Tara O'Connor speak to one of the most dynamic women on South Africa’s renewable energy scene - Zanele Mbatha CEO of Bambini Energy.

    34 min

  2. 03/07/2023

    Wagner-in- Africa: what’s next for the mercenary group in the wake of the 24 June rebellion - a new ensemble or the same tune? The ARC Insider No 48

    « Wagner-in- Africa: what’s next for the mercenary group in the wake of the 24 June rebellion - a new ensemble or the same tune? We’re in conversation with CBS News’ Deborah Patta »

    28 min

  3. 07/06/2023

    Africa tech and tech in Africa: How to make Tech Companies more accountable - could the answer lie in ”Ubuntec”? The ARC Insider No 47

    Africa tech and tech in Africa: How to make Tech Companies more accountable - could the answer lie in "Ubuntec”? In conversation with guest Nanjira Sambuli explains all as well as a canter through some news stories from across the continent - including Nigerian oil and South Africa’s muddled position on international justice and human rights with Tara O Connor and Karen Allen.

    37 min

  4. 18/05/2023

    Taking the shame out of chocolate - We are in conversation with the ethical chocolate maker bringing ”Gentle Farming” to Ghana. The ARC Insider No 46

    Taking the shame out of chocolate - We are in conversation with the ethical chocolate maker bringing "Gentle Farming" to Ghana

    31 min

  5. 28/04/2023

    Major gold smuggling scam linking Zimbabwe to Dubai. The ARC Insider No 45

    The inside story from a lead investigator on a major gold smuggling scam linking Zimbabwe to Dubai. Karen Allen and Tara O’Connor ask is it time for a Kimberly Process - which regulates so-called "blood diamonds" for "dirty" Gold?

    29 min

  6. 16/03/2023

    Africa’s Russian Roulette. In conversation with Samantha de Bendern where we examine what’s driving the ’Russia-Africa relationship’. The ARC Insider No 44

    Africa’s Russian Roulette. In conversation with Samantha de Bendern where we examine what’s driving the 'Russia-Africa relationship'. A round-up of news and current affairs from across the region, touching on elections, energy and shades of grey in the financial markets.

    32 min

  7. 20/02/2023

    Nigeria’s election looks set to surprise! The ARC Insider No 43

    In the first episode of 2023, the ARC Insider hosts, Karen Allen and Tara O’Connor discuss the upcoming Nigeria Elections, African altruism in the face of the Turkey Syria earthquake, and rolling electricity cuts in Zambia. This episode's special guest is energy analyst Najim Animashaun.

    32 min

  8. 19/12/2022

    The ARC Insider, Episode 42 – Humanitarianism, hostage negotiations and holding governments to account

    In the 42nd episode of the ARC Insider, hosts Karen Allen and Tara O'Connor discuss the recent resignation of Eskom's CEO, Nigeria's denial of a Reuters report on a state-sponsored mass abortion programme in the northeast, and recent parole of SACP leader Chris Hani's assassin. This episode's special guest is Imtiaz Sooliman, founder of the South Africa-based charity Gift of the Givers. He has orchestrated humanitarian efforts across the globe and negotiated the release of Stephen McGowan with Al-Qaeda in Mali.

    35 min
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A podcast series of Africa-focused conversations.

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  • Creator
    thearcinsider
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2023
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
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