Voices of Africa

In this episode of Voices of Africa, Marcus Courage interviews Almaz Negash, Founder and CEO of the African Diaspora Network, about her vision for the 'Contemporary Diaspora's' role in Africa's sustainable development. Negash highlights the potential of going beyond remittances, shifting to strategic investments that extend beyond traditional aid. She emphasises the importance of harnessing the potential of Africans living abroad, and those migrating within the continent, aiming to spark a new era of partnership and prosperity.

Africa is poised to be a powerhouse in the global clean energy transition—but how can the continent turn potential into prosperity? In this episode of Voices of Africa, host Marcus Courage sits down with Ellie Gomez-Callus, Metals and Mining Associate at BloombergNEF, to discuss Africa's crucial role in the green revolution. They delve into the surging demand for critical minerals, the rise of solar energy, and the smart policies needed to unlock Africa's potential. If you're interested in the intersection of energy, economics, and Africa's future, this episode is a must-listen.

The Simandou project in Guinea is the largest greenfield integrated mine and infrastructure project in development in Africa. Unlike mining’s traditional “pit to port” model, Simandou promises to touch every region of the country, bringing development to hitherto neglected communities and transforming Guinea into a key player in the global steel industry. Kicking off Voices of Africa in 2025, Aboubacar Koulibaly and Ismael Diakité reveal details of this monumental project dubbed the 'backbone of Guinea's economy' and progress towards production of first ore in November 2025. Produced by Africa Practice, in partnership with the African Minerals Development Centre and the Investing in African Mining Indaba.

Africa's vast reserves of critical minerals are vital to the global energy transition, but how can the continent move from exporting raw materials to leading in value-added processing? In this episode of Voices of Africa, John Magok and Deshan Naidoo join Marcus Courage and Laura Nicholson to discuss green financing, intentional collaboration, downstream beneficiation, and the policies and partnerships essential for sustainable growth. This episode was produced by Africa Practice in partnership with the African Minerals Development Centre and the Investing in African Mining Indaba.

In our special edition episode of Voices of Africa, Tatenda Mungofa, CEO of Mureza Auto Co., envisions an African industrial renaissance where local minerals, manufacturing, and innovation drive economic transformation. Join Tatenda, Africa Practice CEO, Marcus Courage, and Head of Content & Strategic Partnerships at Mining Indaba, Laura Nicholson, as they discuss Africa-led industrialisation shaping the continent, one component at a time. This episode was produced by Africa Practice in partnership with the African Minerals Development Centre and the Investing in African Mining Indaba.

In the latest Voices of Africa episode, Founder of Our Legacy Foundation, Oulimata Sarr, lays out her vision for an Africa where women and girls lead with equal access to opportunities. Through her “3 Rs” approach—rights, representation, and resources—she’s helping women in agriculture secure land, capital, and leadership roles. Speaking with Africa Practice CEO Marcus Courage, Oulimata shares her journey in driving policy change and amplifying women’s voices across the continent.

In Africa - as with the rest of the world - communities are grappling with complex questions about how we design our societies. In the latest edition of Voices of Africa, Jessica Horn speaks with Africa Practice CEO Marcus Courage about the work she leads as the Regional Director for East Africa at the Ford Foundation, the importance of civic engagement, flexible ecosystem funding and shaping a resilient and self-sustaining future for Africa.

In the latest episode of #VoicesOfAfrica, @Wanjira Mathai, Managing Director for Africa at the @World Resources Institute sits down with @Africa Practice CEO @Marcus Courage. Wanjira, a powerhouse championing a greener future for Africa, shares the profound impact her iconic mother’s environmental activism had on her, and delves into her current work at WRI. Tune in to learn how she is tackling Africa's biggest challenges - climate change, food security, and sustainable cities - by bridging the gap between global ideas and the power of local action.

In the latest episode of Voices of Africa, Africa Practice CEO, Marcus Courage speaks with Wangeci Kanjama, Group Chief Financial Officer at SPIRO about Africa’s e-mobility landscape. Wangeci paints a vivid picture of a prosperous Africa, driven by trade, digitalization, and a shift towards private sector-led initiatives, highlighting how innovative entrepreneurs are driving change across critical economies.

In this special edition episode of Voices of Africa, Marcus Courage, the founder and CEO of Africa Practice, reflects on Africa's growth prospects and challenges, emphasising the continent’s pivotal role in the race for decarbonisation and highlighting the role of quality policymaking and a coherent regulatory environment to attract the private capital essential for economic growth.