In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the the conclusion of the Binance Brouhaha in Nigeria; USAID, Trump and his impact on Africa; and the African Union elections. 00:51 Binance controversy in Nigeria 15:19 Trump, USAID, and Africa 28:17 African Union elections https://www.instagram.com/thebrief.xyz/

In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the crisis in Goma, Congo; ECOWAS turning 50 and its future; and Nigeria shooting itself in the foot. 01:12 The Crisis in Goma 15:41 ECOWAS @ 50 and the Alliance of Sahelian States 28:11 Nigeria – one step forward, two steps back https://www.instagram.com/thebrief.xyz/

In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss the World Bank and African Development Bank's Mission 300, Nigeria becoming a partner nation to the BRICS and election-related violence in Mozambique. 00:00 Introduction to African Politics and Business News 01:05 World Bank's Mission 300: Electrifying Africa 10:18 Nigeria Joins BRICS: Implications and Challenges 21:40 Mozambique's Election Violence and Political Turmoil https://www.instagram.com/thebrief.xyz/

In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss Turkey stepping in as a mediator between Ethiopia and Somalia, Ethiopia's economic growth including their new stock exchange, Senegal's parliamentary elections, Francophone Africa's military men, Nigeria's usual wahala and Malawi shaking down foreign businesses. We also touch briefly on elections come and gone. 00:00 Welcome back 02:22 What’s been happening? 25:28 Predictions for 2025 39:37 What we would like to happen in 2025 https://www.instagra...

In the season finale, Loye and Fola reflect on the significant events of the year in African politics, technology, and business. They do so by giving awards in the following categories: Leader of the Year, Story of the Year, Country of the Year, Election of the Year, Startup of the Year, ‘What in the World’ of the Year, the stories they’re watching for next year, and ‘Thank God That’s Not Our Leader’. 00:00 Introduction to the Season Finale 00:57 Leader of the Year 06:13 Story of the Year 10...

In this episode, Loye and Fola discuss Nigeria's economic struggles, Gabon's constitutional changes, Zimbabwe's land compensation issues, Mozambique's election irregularities, and Kenya's political landscape. They also touch on Botswana's upcoming elections and celebrate Egypt's malaria-free status. 01:57 Nigeria's Economic Challenges and Reforms 10:00 Gabon's Constitutional Referendum and Military Rule 13:49 Zimbabwe's Land Compensation Controversy 20:06 Mozambique's Election 24:54 Quick Ta...

In this episode, the Fola & Loye discuss significant developments in African politics, focusing on Nigeria's gas reserves and oil deregulation, Ethiopia's regional isolation, Mozambique's presidential elections, and Kenya's political turmoil. They also touch on the impact of global conflicts on African migrants and a hilarious What In The World. Chapters 00:00 Introduction 01:04 Nigeria's Gas Reserves and Economic Developments 06:52 Nigeria's Oil Deregulation and Market Changes 10:14 Et...

This week we're discussing various pressing issues across Africa, including the illegal mining crisis in Ghana known as Galamsey, political unrest in Tunisia, Senegal's shifting political alliances, competition in Kenya's internet market with Starlink, Malawi's economic initiatives, JP Morgan's expansion into Africa, and Russia's growing influence in the region. We'll also be providing a comprehensive review of Nigeria's current state, touching on its economy, safety, tech investments, and go...

This week we're updating you on developments of Liquified Natural Gas in Nigeria, Adani Enterprises foray into Kenya, National Identity Systems in the DRC and Attempted Assassinations in Comoros. There's also a bunch of quick takes like Senegal dissolving its Parliament, Ghana's Refinery dreams, the result of the Algerian elections and an attack on Uganda's Bobbi Wine. Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. The songs played are Many Men by Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson and...

This week we're updating you on the infamous Black Axe group, Corruption in Angola, more politics in the Horn of Africa and nationalisation in Burkina Faso. There's also a bunch of quick takes like the second largest diamond in history being found in Botswana, Senegal's government setting up a natural resource review commission, and Malawi's elections heating up! Join us in keeping it brief across the continent. https://www.instagram.com/thebrief.xyz/