Africanalysis Podcast
1) Remembering JJ Cornish
It is with great sadness that we bring you the news of the passing of JJ Cornish – the voice of Africanalysis - the man who’s deep knowledge of Africa brought clarity to complex issues and shed light ...Show More
2) Power Moves & Spying Scandals
Does it feel like someone is watching you? Gareth Cliff is joined by JJ Cornish for another edition of Africanalysis as they unpack the latest news gripping the continent. From the UN’s renewed miss...Show More
3) Malaria, Satellites, and Safe Havens
Does Africa have any safe spaces? JJ and Gareth explore Russia’s covert campaign to undermine US health initiatives in Africa, especially targeting anti-malaria programs, through fear and distrust. E...Show More
4) Decolonisation, Despots, and New Frontiers
How does the African continent deal with external forces? Gareth and JJ Cornish dissect the pivotal debates in international diplomacy, from the UN's push to end Western Sahara's occupation to Britai...Show More
5) Museveni's "divine intervention" in Ugandan presidential race
What does JJ Cornish have to say about Yoweri Museveni's son withdrawing from the 2026 Ugandan Presidential race, citing divine guidance to support his father's quest for a seventh term? Watch to find...Show More
6) What's going on Madagascar?
How much do you know about the 4th largest island on the planet? JJ Cornish zeroes in on the island of Madagascar this week, helping Gareth understand why it's so poor, what problems do the people fac...Show More
7) Outbreaks and Plastic Roofs
The latest mpox outbreak, with 17000 cases and 500 deaths weighed heavily on the SADC summit in Harare at the weekend. Europeans are racing to get vaccines, Countries are issuing warning to travellers...Show More
8) Politics or Transaction?
When do political decisions have business consequences? JJ Cornish and Gareth talk about recent developments, including French President Emmanuel Macron recognising Moroccan autonomy over Western Sa...Show More
9) Africa's New Alliances
Turkiye pushes ahead with involvement in Africa. This time signing agreements with Niger that has recently kicked out Western military advisors. What should we know about Turkiye in Africa?i Aliiko D...Show More
10) Shifting Sands
In this week's episode, Gareth and JJ Cornish delve into the significant impact of the British and French elections on Africa. Will Africa's growing economic significance continue to be recognized, or...Show More