The Africa Dialogues

Nov 30 2023 1
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The Africa Dialogues podcast explores the big stories and trends transforming the continent today, told by decision-makers, thinkers and doers. We bring you fresh perspective and new ideas on topics driving the continent’s development, from investment and agriculture to energy and innovation, with particular focus on Russia-Africa cooperation.
The podcast is hosted by the Institute for International Studies (IfIS) of MGIMO University to create a space for important conversations between Africa and Russia.

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The Rising Power of Gulf Countries in Africa with Artem Adrianov

Nov 30 2023 35 mins  
In this episode I spoke with Artem Adrianov, researcher on Arab affairs, consultant to business on the region, as well as expert at the Institute for International Studies at MGIMO University and project manager at the Primakov Center for International Cooperation. Artem was the host of the hit Russian-language podcast “The Oriental Express” for the Primakov Center, is the auth

The African Expansion of BRICS with Gustavo de Carvalho

Oct 24 2023 62 mins  
During this episode I spoke with Gustavo de Carvalho, Senior Researcher in the African Governance and Diplomacy Programme at the South African Institute of International Affairs (SAIIA). Gustavo has over 15 years of experience supporting policy development, capacity building, and research processes in Africa, particularly in multilateralism and the relationship between African acto

2023 Russia-Africa Summit Rundown with Brian Mugabi

Aug 23 2023 52 mins  
During this episode I spoke with Brian Mugabi, member of the Ugandan delegation at the 2023 Russia-Africa Summit, Assistant Lecturer at the Department of Theory and History of International Relations at RUDN University and PHD candidate. Having both been at the event, Brian and I exchanged opinions and impressions from the event, ran over the key takeaways and compared the 2019 and

Net Zero, Gas Hubs and Value Chains in Africa's New Energy Paradigm with Riverson Oppong

Jul 11 2023 57 mins  
During this episode I spoke with Riverson Oppong, Commercial Manager in charge of Economic Modelling, Risk Management, and Policy Planning (ERP) at the Ghana National Gas Company, Adjunct Lecturer at Ghana Communication Technology University, Visiting Lecturer at the University of Cape Coast and GIMPA, as well as Chairperson of the Ghana Section of the Society of Petroleum Engineer

China's Infrastructure Footprint in Africa with Zongxu Xie

May 31 2023 26 mins  
During this episode I spoke to Zongxu Xie, researcher on African climate and water issues and joint PhD candidate at Tsinghua University and Oxford. Zongxu is actively involved in youth Belt and Road initiatives in Africa, took part in landmark Chinese infrastructure projects on the continent such as the Isimba Hydropower Station in Uganda, and makes regular visits to Africa, both

Information, Reputation and the Russia-Africa Summit with Daria Labutina

Apr 19 2023 29 mins  
During this episode I spoke to Daria Labutina, journalist covering Russia’s big “Return to Africa” and member of the Russian Foreign Ministry’s journalist pool, author of the Telegram channel “Africa for Dummies”. Daria has been covering all things Africa for federal news agencies, having interviewed the prime-minister of the Central African Republic, Minister of Foreig

Building Africa's Cities of the Future with Mwiya Musokotwane

Mar 01 2023 42 mins  
During this episode I spoke to Mwiya Musokotwane, Co-Managing Partner, Co-Founder and CEO of Thebe Investment Management, a Zambian private investment firm building the new satellite town Nkwashi, one of Africa’s largest real estate development projects. Mwiya was acknowledged as one of Africa’s brightest leaders in the 2018 Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 list, co-created the Zambia

Everything You Need to Know About the Energy Situation in South Africa with Princess Mthombeni

Feb 02 2023 34 mins  
During this episode I spoke to Princess Mthombeni, former advisor to the South African government, nuclear technology advocate and communication specialist. Princess is a regular at high-profile global events such as UN Climate Change Conferences, various International Atomic Energy Agency working formats, the Japan Atomic Industrial Forum Conference and International Atom Expo. Sh

Doing Business in Africa with Mikhail Lyapin

Dec 26 2022 26 mins  
Today’s guest is Mikhail Lyapin, Founder at Patron Kenya, Managing partner at the business development consulting company Exotic.vc and Author of the telegram channel about business in Africa - @Mzungugram. During our discussion, Mikhail and I touched upon the face of modern Russian business in Africa today, why he chose East Africa as the starting point for his business, why hig

How Energy Can Make or Break Africa's Transformation with Ryan Collyer

Dec 08 2022 25 mins  
Today’s guest is Ryan Collyer, CEO of Rosatom in Central and Southern Africa. Rosatom is a Russian energy company that specializes in nuclear energy, non-energy nuclear applications and other high-tech solutions. The company plays an important role in Africa’s energy security, has been supplying enriched uranium to the continent as well as building Egypt’s first nuclear power