Leadership In Africa Redefined Podcast
Episodes
Leadership Landmines: 5 Triggers That Test Every Leader’s Patience
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEvery leader knows the feeling: frustration rising, patience running thin, burnout creeping in. But what if the problem isn’t you…it...
Leadership and Artificial Intelligence with Dr. Gillian Hammah & Taaka Awori
18 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textAI is everywhere, changing how we work, learn, and lead. But what does it really mean for leaders?In this special Nuts and Bolts episode of...
Leadership in Flux: Africa's Human Rights & Democracy Journey Guest: Bonolo Makgale
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThis episode features a critical and timely conversation on the state of leadership, democracy, and human rights in Africa. Our guest, Bono...
Authentic leadership - leading from a place of being true to who you are; Taaka and Robert
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWhat does it really mean to lead from a place of authenticity?In this Nuts and Bolts episode of the Leadership in Africa Redefined, host Ta...
Courageous Reform: Inside the Politics of Institutional Change Guest: Judy Obitre-Gama
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textUgandan leader Judy didn’t just lead reforms — she rattled powerful systems that preferred the old, broken ways.*She opens up about nav...
The next gen of leaders - what millennials and Gen Z expect; Robert, Priscilla and Razak Adams
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textDo you want to understand what the next generation of leaders truly expects, and how to bridge the generational gap in today’s workplaces...
Where does your food come from? Women’s leadership in agriculture & development (Dr. Thelma Awori)
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver wonder where your food REALLY comes from? Join Taaka Awori and her mother, Dr. Thelma Awori, a renowned feminist, development expert, ...
Boundaries Every Leader Should Maintain to Maintain Their Sanity
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWhat if boundaries weren’t barriers, but bridges to better leadership?Join Taaka Awori and Robert Akoto Amoafo as they redefine boundarie...
Corruption and Accountability: How Can African Leaders Restore Trust?
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWhat if Africa’s true potential isn’t buried in its natural resources, but in the power of its leadership? Join Taaka Awori for a raw c...
Leadership Transitions Taaka and Gillian
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textAre you a leader grappling with the thought of your next chapter? Join Taaka Awori and Dr. Gillian Hammah, a seasoned leader with firsthand...
Unlocking Africa's Potential: Leadership Strategies for Sustainable Growth and Development
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textCan Africa’s true potential be unlocked by redefining leadership? In this episode, host Taaka Awori speaks with Yaw Nsarkoh, a renowned P...
Why leadership training is broken and why we need to fix it. Taaka, Robert, Gillian
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text🚨 New Season Alert! 🚨Our latest season is here, and we’re diving deep into a critical conversation: Why Leadership Training is Brok...
REVIEW OF SEASON 2
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThat’s a Wrap on Season 2!What a journey it has been! Season 2 of the Leadership in Africa Redefined podcast has officially come to a clo...
Knowing When It’s Time to Leave – Timely Leadership Exits (Taaka Awori, Gillian Hammah & Robert Akoto Amoafo)
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWhy do leaders struggle to step down, even when it’s time? In this episode, Taaka, Gillian and Robert explore the complexities of leaders...
Navigating The First 30 Days In A Leadership Role - Taaka Awori, Gillian Hammah, Phd, And Robert Akoto Amoafo
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textCongratulations, you've just landed a leadership role! Now, the real challenge begins. The first 30 days in a leadership position can ...
The Role of African masculinity in shaping leadership behaviour
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn today's episode, Taaka welcomes John Mugo, Executive Director of Zizi Afrique in Kenya explores how African masculinity shapes lead...
Positive Political Shifts: Lessons and Insights from New Leadership
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn a world facing crises like inequality, conflict, and the resurgence of authoritarianism, a new wave of leaders is rising across Africa a...
Strategies to manage your ego as a leader in an African context (Taaka Awori, Gillian Hammah & Robert Akoto Amoafo)
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, join Taaka, Robert and Gillian as they explore the role of ego in leadership within the African context. They discuss why ...
The Influence of Religion in Shaping Today's Leaders.
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWhat role does religion really play in shaping today’s leaders? In thisthought-provoking episode, Taaka welcomes the dynamicReverend Albe...
Managing Resistance to Change (Taaka Awori & Robert Akoto Amoafo)
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver wondered why change feels so tough to manage? Want to know how to make change work for you, not against you? In this episode of Nuts a...
The Accidental Feminist - In Conversation with Korieh Duodu
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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The Art of Saying No - a leader’s secret weapon (Taaka Awori and Gillian Hammah)
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textHow often do you say "yes" when you really want to say "no"? What if mastering the art of "no" could make you...
Leading transformational change: Tips and Strategies from a pioneering African Leader
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textToday, Taaka speaks to the immediate past Managing Director of Vlisco, Fatoumata Doro. Fatoumata has shattered glass ceilings and led organ...
Tips for leaders who do too much (Taaka Awori & Dr. Gillian Hammah)
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWelcome to the “Nuts and Bolts” Episode! In today’s episode, Taaka Awori is joined by Dr. Gillian Hammah, the founder and CEO of Fair...
Navigating Leadership Change as an Insider Outsider - Umra Omar
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn today’s episode, Taaka welcomes Umra Omar, the Executive Director of Safari Doctors, a non-profit that's reshaping healthcare and...
The Rested Leader - 7 strategies to get the replenishment you need for success (Taaka Awori & Robert Akoto Amoafo)
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textAre you an exhausted, depleted, and feel empty as a leader?You're not alone. Many leaders are feeling the strain of their demanding wo...
African Women’s Stories of Triumph and Struggle - Inspiration from Erelu Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWe begin Season 2 with Inspiration. Today Taaka welcomes Erelu Bisi Adeleye-Fayemi, Former First Lady of Ekiti State, Nigeria, Co-founder o...
Season 1 ending, watch out for Season 2
19 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textAfter an amazing run of Season 1 of the Leadership in Africa Redefined Podcast, we're taking a short break to recharge and gear up for...
Leading in Economic Turmoil: Do’s and Don’ts
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn times of economic uncertainty, effective leadership is crucial for guiding organisations through challenges and ensuring resilience and ...
Leading with Faith, Purpose, and Service - Jane Wathome's success story
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this inspiring episode of Leadership in Africa Redefined Podcast, we delve into the remarkable story of Beacon of Hope, an organisation ...
The changing landscape of leadership within Civil Society in Africa
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, we connect with Rakesh, a Tanzanian leader and Vice President of Programs at Co-Impact, who offers insights into the chang...
Holding people accountable: Common challenges and questions from leaders.
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIt is difficult to hold people accountable as a leader but it is also one of the most important aspect of leadership. In this "Nuts an...
Shaping Tomorrow: Feminist Leadership in a Changing World
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, Taaka engages in a conversation with Cameroonian, Françoise Moudouthe, the CEO of African Women's Development Fund (...
In the Boardroom with Sola Mahoney: Lessons in Leadership
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textJoin us for an insightful episode as we explore the dynamic leadership journey of our guest, Sola Mahoney, a seasoned leader with diverse e...
Delegating effectively for increased productivity
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textLeaders often find it difficult to delegate. Many keep making mistakes when delegating. The ability to delegate is a learned skill and vita...
Unlocking the Dilemma: Why leaders in Africa struggle to practice what they preach
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, Taaka interviews Martin Kalungu-Banda, a seasoned leader who has trained and worked with politician leaders worldwide. He ...
Women's leadership in the food manufacturing business - hurdles, lessons and triumphs
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWhat would make an international corporate attorney resign from her lucrative career to venture into the risky and uncertain world of entre...
Organisational Culture: Stress, joys and tools for success
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode of “Nuts and Bolts" segment, your hosts Taaka and Robert dive into the subject of Organisational culture. Discover h...
If Not Us, Then Who? Sangu Delle's call to Africa's Youth
05 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we talked with Sangu Delle, the Chairman and CEO of CarePoint and Founder & Executive Chairman of Golden Palm Investmen...
In Her Shoes: Navigating the Challenges of African Politics (Hon. Rita Atukwasa)
20 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textPurpose-Driven Leadership: The catalyst for good governance Join us in a candid conversation as we delve into the complexities of political...
Leadership In Africa Redefined Podcast
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWelcome to the "Leadership in Africa Redefined Podcast," where insightful conversations unfold under the expert guidance of your ...