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Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 4 EP 2: Reimagining North Africa’s Knowledge Hubs — Maha Abbas on Open Science, AI, and the Future of LibrariesIn this episode host Joy Owango speaks with Maha Abbas, Head of Biblioteca Alexandrina Information for Africa (BAIFA) at Bibliotheca Alexandrina in Egypt, and North African representative at the African Library and Information Associations and Institutions (AfLIA). They explore how libraries in Africa, especially in North Africa, are evolving from historical centers of knowledge into dynamic, digitally empowered institutions driving research visibility, open science, and continental collaboration. The conversation journeys through Africa’s library heritage, the integration of technology like AI, and the human-centered vision that sustains the profession.Connect with Maha Abbas through: ⁠⁠https...

2025-11-1343 min

2025-10-2026 min

Just For You | Parenting Moses Mabhida Foundation's Thuthuzela Care Centre (TCC).Sibongile Mofokeng welcomes Ms. Dikeledi Baloyi and Mpho Mosetlha to discuss the Moses Mabhida Foundation's Thuthuzela Care Centre (TCC). The TCC, named from the Xhosa word meaning "comfort," is a one-stop facility based in hospitals designed to support survivors of sexual offences with immediate medical, legal, and counseling services. The Centres are a critical part of South Africa's national anti-rape strategy, led by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and involving multiple partners. They provide trauma containment, debriefing, and coordinated care to reduce secondary victimization, improve conviction rates, and ensure dignity and justice for survivors. The TCCs offer a safe, victim-friendly...

2025-09-1825 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 3 EP 12: Building Equitable Research Ecosystems Through African-Led Management Systems with Allen Mukhwana of Science for Africa FoundationIn this episode, Allen Mukhwana, Head of Programmes, Strengthening Science Ecosystems at Science for Africa Foundation, shares her journey from accidentally stumbling into research management to becoming a champion for equitable research partnerships across Africa. Allen reveals how strategic research management can dismantle colonial legacies in academia and build truly equitable partnerships with Global North institutions. This episode explores the critical role of research managers in creating sustainableecosystems, the fight against tokenistic collaborations, and the promising future of African-led research sovereignty through science diplomacy and open access publishing reforms.Connect with Allen Mukhwana through: https://www.linkedin...

2025-09-1148 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 3 EP 11: Harnessing Behavioral Science for Better Research Communication with Monica Akinyi Kay of BusaraIn this episode, we sit down with Monica Akinyi Kay, Project Associate at the Busara Center for Behavioral Economics, to explore how behavioral science can transform research communication in African contexts.Monica shares insights from her work with civil society organizations across East and Southern Africa, highlighting the Low-Cost Message Testing Guide (LCMT), a practical approach that helps organizations test and refine messages even with limited resources. We discuss the real-worldbarriers to engagement, from community mistrust to information overload, and examine why co-creation, local context, and strategic partnerships are essential for communication that works.This...

2025-08-1438 min

2025-07-1723 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 3 EP 9: Building Equitable Research Infrastructure for Africa with Datacite's Matt BuysIn this episode Joy Owango sits down with Matthew Buys , Executive Director of DataCite and a pioneering force in open research infrastructure. From his early days working across Africa to his current global leadership in persistent identifiers, Matt shares a powerful vision for making research outputs, especially from Africa and the Global South, more visible, accessible, and reusable. This conversation explores the importance of data interoperability, the role of community-led infrastructure, and what it takes to shift global recognition frameworks toward equity and inclusion in research.Connect with Matthew Buys through:https...

2025-06-1233 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 3 EP 8: Celebrating African Science Communication in Our Own WordsIn this episode, host Joy Owango is joined by co-host Anne Chisa for a special Africa Day episode featuring a powerhouse panel of science podcasters reshaping research communication across the continent. This inspiring conversation brings together Wealth Okete (the Immunology in Africa Podcast), Anita Makori (My Science Journey), and Wambui Mbichi (Farm to Table KE Podcast) as they share their journeys in launching platforms that highlight African scientific contributions, discuss challenges they've overcome, and explore how digital platforms are democratizing knowledge beyond academic journals.Featured Podcasts:Anne Chisa- Host, The Root of Science Podcast

2025-05-1555 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 3 EP 7: Preserving African Knowledge Through Digital Libraries with Dr. Nkem OsuigweIn this episode, Dr. Nkem Osuigwe talks about her journey from a child in post-war Nigeria to an award-winning librarian. Dr. Osuigwe shares her work with the African Library and Information Associations and Institutions (AfLIA) and as 2022's Wikimedian of the Year. The conversation explores pressing issues in African librarianship: preserving traditional knowledge, translating materials into local languages, ensuring data sovereignty, and linking Wikipedia articles about Africa to African libraries rather than external institutions. Dr. Osuigwe emphasizes how digital libraries can amplify African stories globally while protecting knowledge sovereignty.Connect with Dr. Nkem Osuigwe...

2025-04-1747 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 3 EP 6: Advancing Reproducible Research Through Community-Led Initiatives with Emmanuel Boakye (AREN)In this episode, Emmanuel Boakye, co-founder of the African Reproducibility Network (AREN), discusses the role of open science in Africa and the importance of research reproducibility. He shares how AREN is bridging gaps in research culture through grassroots advocacy, training programs, and policy engagement, while addressing challenges like institutional buy-in and funding. Learn how African researchers can take the lead in shaping the future of open science.Connect with Emmanuel Boakye through:https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmaboakye/Read the transcript of this episode through our website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.tcc-africa.org/category/mazungumzo-podcasts/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

2025-03-1324 min

2025-02-1349 min

The Root Of The Science Podcast EP 151: Anne Chisa and Joy Owango, Amplifying Africans in STEM and African ResearchSend us a textEver wondered how African researchers are shaping the global scientific narrative? Today, we celebrate the fifth anniversary of the Root of the Science podcast with a special collaborative episode featuring Joy Owango, the founding director of TCC Africa. As we discuss the necessity for a multidisciplinary approach and the growing demand for digital accessibility, Joy and I tackle the strategic challenges of effectively navigating today's digital platforms, exploring how to leverage them for impactful engagement. Together, we delve into the transformative trends in science communication and technology that are re...

2025-01-1950 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 3 EP 4: Exploring the Power of Podcasts and Digital Platforms for African Research Impact with Root of Science’s Anne ChisaIn this special collaboration episode, Joy Owango of Mazungumzo – African Scholarly Conversations and Anne Chisa of The Root of Science Podcast come together for a dynamic and insightful discussion. They explore how their platforms have grown into vital spaces for amplifying African research, highlighting the transformative power of science communication. Joy reflects on her 18 years of experience training researchers and building systems for scholarly communication, while Anne shares her journey of showcasing African scientists and their stories to inspire global audiences. Connect with Anne Chisa through: https://www.linkedin.com/in...

2025-01-1646 min

ICF Germany Insights about coachingDumisani Magadlela, PCC, PhD (South Africa) Dumi is an executive coach, coach-trainer and leadership skill development facilitator. He is a founding board member of Africa Board for Coaching, Consulting and Coaching Psychology (ABCCCP), an association promoting coaching development across Africa, and the 2016 African Coach of the Year. He co-founded and chaired the Ubuntu Coaching Foundation (UCF) at The Coaching Centre (TCC) to help poor communities access affordable coaching. Dumi serves on multiple coach-development faculties globally, including the Global Team Coaching Institute (GTCI). https://www.linkedin.com/in/dumi-magadlela-phd-pcc-189b334/

2025-01-1029 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 3 EP 3: Advancing African Scholarly Publishing through Diamond Open Access with AJOL's Susan MurrayIn this episode, we sit down with Susan Murray, Executive Director of African Journals Online (AJOL), to explore the transformative power of no-fee publishing in reshaping the visibility and accessibility of African research. Susan shares her insights on the challenges and triumphs of building sustainable Diamond Open Access models, the importance of amplifying African voices in global research, and the collaborative efforts needed to create a more inclusive scholarly publishing ecosystem. Connect with Susan Murray through: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susanmurray/?originalSubdomain=za Read the transcript of this episode through o...

2024-12-1043 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 3 EP 2: Transforming Research Collaboration in the Arab and North African Regions with ASREN's Yousef TormanIn this episode, we welcome Yousef Torman, Managing Director of the Arab States Research and Education Network (ASREN), to discuss how the organization is transforming research collaboration and advancing open science across the Arab and North African regions. From developing ICT infrastructure to fostering global partnerships, Yousef sheds light on ASREN’s efforts to overcome challenges such as funding gaps and policy barriers, driving meaningful change. This engaging conversation highlights the critical link between technology, education, and scientific progress. Connect with Yousef Torman through: Linkedin: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/youseftorman/ Read the transcript of this epi...

2024-11-2141 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 3 EP 1: The Future of Research Assessment and Incentives in Africa with Dr. Rhoda Wanyenze (MakSPH)In this episode, Dr. Rhoda Wanyenze, Professor and Dean of the School of Public Health at Makerere University, discusses the evolving landscape of research assessment in Africa. The conversation highlights the need to rethink how research outputs are evaluated, focusing on societal impact rather than traditional academic metrics like publications and citations. Dr. Wanyenze emphasizes the importance of aligning research with real-world needs, fostering collaborations, and incentivizing meaningful knowledge translation to drive policy change and improve service delivery. Connect with Dr. Rhoda Wanyenze through: LinkedIn:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/wanyenze-rhoda-ab44b95/ Read the transcript of this episode...

2024-10-1744 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 12: Unlocking Research Visibility in the Global South with ORCID’S Lombe TemboIn this captivating finale of Season 2, the Mazungumzo-African Scholarly Conversations podcast welcomes Lombe Tembo, Grant Program Officer and Engagement Lead at ORCID. This episode delves into the critical intersection of scholarly communication, economic development, and research visibility in Africa. Lombe shares her journey from economics to championing equitable participation in academia, offering unique insights into the challenges and opportunities facing African researchers. As we explore ORCID's role in enhancing research visibility and fostering global collaborations, this episode provides a fitting conclusion to our season, highlighting the evolving landscape of scholarly communication in Africa and its potential to drive sustainable...

2024-09-1933 min

Railways Africa Magazine Transforming Urban Mass Transit In Southern Africa Spotlight On KinshasaIn this Coffee with the Editor, we catch up with Bernard Peille just before his transition from Managing Director of Alstom Southern Africa to Alstom Brazil. Bernard discusses Alstom's involvement in the MetroKin project in Kinshasa, a key mass transit initiative aimed at addressing the city's severe congestion. Alstom is set to be part of the first phase of the project—connecting the central station to N'Djili International Airport, featuring eight stations along a 22-kilometre route as a metro solution. Supported by the Africa Finance Corporation (AFC) and Trans Connexion Congo (TCC), MetroKin is poised to transform Ki...

2024-09-0713 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations S2 E11: Building Somalia's Scholarly Infrastructure Post- Civil Conflict with Mr. Mohamud Mohamed Siad and Eng. Ahmed SiyadIn this episode, we explore efforts to rebuild Somalia's scholarly landscape post-civil conflict. Eng. Ahmed Dahir Siyad from SomaliREN and Mr. Mohamud Mohamed Siad from the Somali Library Association (SLA) discuss challenges and progress in improving digital infrastructure, research access, and libraries.SomaliREN has connected 50 university campuses to a national network, established a data center, and launched the SORA digital repository, promoting open access to research. Mr. Mohamed, a University Librarian at SIMAD University, formed the Somali Library Association to address the shortage of qualified librarians and enhance digital library management.The episode highlights the importance of...

2024-08-1541 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 10: Engendering Africa's Research Ecosystem- Dr. Dorothy Ngila's Vision for Inclusive ScienceThis episode features a powerful narrative of resilience, innovation, and the ongoing quest for inclusive science in Africa. Dr. Dorothy Ngila, drawing from her unique "Afropolitan" experience, presents a roadmap for institutional reform in science and research. She unpacks the critical role of funding agencies in driving inclusivity, the power of pan-African collaborations like the Science Granting Councils Initiative, and the necessity of reimagining policies and practices to create truly equitable research environments. Dr. Ngila offers a fresh perspective on how to unlock Africa's full scientific potential by addressing structural barriers and fostering a more inclusive, collaborative approach to...

2024-07-1842 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 9: Data Stewardship, AI, and the Future of Health Research in Kenya with KEMRI's James Ngumo KariukiIn this podcast episode, James Ngumo Kariuki, a senior research scientist at the Kenya Medical Research Institute (KEMRI), shares his perspectives on the critical role of data stewardship, artificial intelligence (AI), and technology in shaping the future of health research in Kenya. Mr. Ngumo emphasizes the need for evidence-informed policies, county-specific solutions for universal health care, and the crucial role of knowledge brokers. He also highlights the importance of data protection, sovereignty, and responsible data stewardship while harnessing AI and technological advancements to revolutionize public health interventions in Kenya. Connect with Mr...

2024-06-1437 min

Access 2 Perspectives – Conversations. All about Open Science Communication Securing the future of African Innovation, Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Heritage.Joy Owango is an award-winning Founding Director of the Training Centre in Communication (TCC Africa), a registered trust in Kenya established in 2006. TCC Africa is the first African-based training center focused on teaching effective communication skills to scientists. Ms Joy Owango is also the project lead at the Africa PID Alliance, an organization whose mission is to secure the future of African Innovation, Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Heritage. Ms. Owango has a proven history of working in higher education across private, university, and non-governmental sectors. She was a successful higher education practitioner with Clarivate Analytics...

2024-06-101h 03

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 8: Navigating South Africa's Open Science Landscape Through the Lens of Ina Smith and Susan Veldsman of ASSAfThis episode takes us through South Africa's journey towards embracing Open Science, a paradigm shift that aims to address societal challenges and promote research integrity. Ms. Ina Smith and Ms. Susan Veldsman, leading advocates at the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAF), share insights into the development of the draft National Open Science Policy, the challenges faced, and the opportunities it presents for the African continent. The conversation highlights the need for robust policies, infrastructure, capacity building, and incentives to encourage open data sharing and collaboration among researchers. The guests emphasize the importance of aligning with international standards...

2024-05-1740 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 7: A Visionary's View: Professor Peter Gatiti on Librarianship's EvolutionIn this episode, Professor Gatiti shares profound insights into the essential role of librarians, showcasing their transformative power in managing and organizing data effectively. As we gear up for the 26th SCESCAL 2024 Conference, hosted by the Kenya Library Association, Professor Gatiti's perspective couldn't be more timely. He advocates for the enhancement of information resources and services in Africa, promising an enlightening exploration of librarianship through his unique lens and expertise. Connect with Professor Gatiti through: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-peter-gatiti-761626a/ Read the transcript of this episode through our website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

2024-04-1233 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 7: A Visionary's View: Professor Gatiti on Librarianship's EvolutionIn this episode, Professor Gatiti shares profound insights into the essential role of librarians, showcasing their transformative power in managing and organizing data effectively. As we gear up for the 26th SCESCAL 2024 Conference, hosted by the Kenya Library Association, Professor Gatiti's perspective couldn't be more timely. He advocates for the enhancement of information resources and services in Africa, promising an enlightening exploration of librarianship through his unique lens and expertise. Connect with Professor Gatiti through: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.linkedin.com/in/prof-peter-gatiti-761626a/ Read the transcript of this episode through our website:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

2024-04-1233 min

Knowing me, knowing UKSG: scholarly comms journeys 18. Joy Owango, Founding Director of the Training Centre in Communication (TCC Africa)In the latest episode of the podcast, Anna Hughes, Scholarly Communications and Engagement Officer at Jisc, interviews Joy Owango, Founding Director of the Training Centre in Communication (TCC Africa). Set up in 2006, TCC is the first African-based training centre to teach effective communication skills to scientists. Working in partnership with the University of Nairobi, TCC provides capacity support in improving African researchers output and visibility through training in scholarly and science communication.

2024-03-2025 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 6 : From Manuscripts to Community Empowerment with Nicholas Outa of Dala Integrated Aquaculture HubIn this episode, we embark on a journey with Nicholas Outa, a driving force behind research mentorship at TCC Africa. Beginning as an early career researcher, Nicholas's trajectory took an unexpected turn as he discovered a passion for mentorship and facilitation. We delve into how his hands-on training experiences shaped his evolution, propelling him from a learner to a trainer, guiding others in their research pursuits. But Nicholas's narrative doesn't conclude there. His commitment to mentorship transcended academia, leading to the establishment of the groundbreaking initiative, the Dala Integrated Aquaculture Hub. Through this platform, Nicholas aims to...

2024-03-1449 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 5 : The Journey of Gender Mainstreaming in Higher Education with Prof. Flora Fabian-MbatiaIn this episode, we are honored to be joined by Professor Flora Fabian-Mbatia, the founding Vice Chancellor of Mwanza University in Tanzania. Prof. Fabian is a passionate mentor dedicated to shaping the future of early-career women in science. From her formative years, where her father's support defied societal norms, to her pioneering work in anatomy and biomedical sciences, Prof. Fabian-Mbatia has been a trailblazer in advocating for gender equity in academia. Join us in celebrating her journey and the collective efforts towards a more equitable and inclusive future in academia and beyond. Be part of...

2024-02-1447 min

Hague Girls - The Podcast A Dignified Path to Justice for Victims of Gender-based Violence: The Thuthuzela Care Centre (TCC) ModelIn this episode, Evelyn Ama Ankumah engages Advocate Bonnie Currie-Gamwo, Special Director of Public Prosecutions, Sexual Offences and Community Affairs Unit, National Prosecuting Authority of South Africa in a much needed conversation on South Africa’s Thuthuzela Care Centre (TCC) Model. They explore the TCC Model’s successes, impact, challenges, and what it would take to prevent and reduce the persistence and prevalence of gender-based violence in South Africa.Don't miss out on future episodes of Hague Girls - The Podcast! Stay connected and join the conversation by following us on Instagram: @haguegirls. For additional reso...

2024-02-0746 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 4 : Pioneering Africa's Information Landscape with insights from Dr. Gracian Chimwaza of Information Training & Outreach Centre for Africa (ITOCA)In this episode, Dr. Gracian Chimwaza, the founding director of the Information Training & Outreach Centre for Africa (ITOCA), narrates his 24-year journey in leading capacity development and research projects across African countries. He emphasizes the importance of addressing societal challenges through information and knowledge exchange. This episode provides an opportunity to learn about the challenges, triumphs, and the evolving role of librarians in scholarly communication in Africa. Connect with Dr. Gracian Chimwaza through: LinkedIn: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/gracian-chimwaza-769b0ba/⁠ Read the transcript of this episode through our website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tcc-africa.org/category/mazungumzo...

2024-01-1626 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 3: A Symphony of Success- Professor Masanja's Unconventional Path from Arts to AcademiaIn today's episode, we highlight the impact of women in STEM, featuring Professor Grace Verdiana Masanja. She is the first Tanzanian woman with a Ph.D. in mathematics and also holds the distinction of being the first black woman from sub-Saharan Africa enrolled in the Fluid Mechanics course at the Technical University of Berlin. Join Professor Masanja's inspiring journey from arts to breaking STEM barriers. Uncover resilience against gender biases, initiatives promoting equality, and reflections on advocating for women in academia. Explore the enduring relevance of mathematics and the call for active African contributions to technology and innovation. A...

2023-12-1549 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 2 : Celebrating 20 Years of DOAJ! Advancing African Research and Open Access with insights from Prof. Kamel Belhamel, DOAJ Ambassador for North AfricaThis episode explores DOAJ's efforts to collaborate with African countries, promoting accessibility, open access policies, and launching digital platforms as it celebrates its 20th year. We are joined by Prof. Kamel Belhamel, the DOAJ Ambassador for North Africa, who shares his insights on the representation of African journals in DOAJ, the complexities of language diversity and the role of open access in the African scholarly landscape. Professor Kamel holds the position of Full Professor of Chemistry at the University of Bejaia, Algeria. Beyond his teaching role, he has been an Ambassador for North Africa with the Directory...

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2023-11-151h 14

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 2 EP 1 : Beyond the borders: Dr. Rana Dajani`s journey in Global Innovation and LiteracySeason 2 Premiere: We begin the second season of Mazungumzo- African Scholarly Conversations, by taking an explorative journey into Dr. Rana Dajani`s work and life. Driven by a deep commitment to literacy and women empowerment in STEM, she has taken on various key roles that are part of her dedication. Her resilience and strive to go on with her passion for science led to her undertaking her PhD studies in the United States. Dr. Rana has a strong dedication to fostering a culture of reading in children through her initiative, "We Love Reading," that opens up children to the...

2023-10-1240 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Using African Policy Data to Monitor Trends in Public Policy: Webinar Q and A SessionThis episode features recordings from the webinar themed, 'Using African Policy Data to monitor trends in Public Policy', featuring public policy thinktanks ⁠⁠⁠⁠Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA)⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠African Technology Policy Studies Network (ATPS)⁠⁠⁠⁠ , Digital Sciences' ⁠⁠⁠⁠Altmetric⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Training Centre in Communication (TCC Africa)⁠⁠⁠⁠. Participants raise critical questions pertaining to the role of data ethics in policy research, how AI tools can mitigate cultural biases in policy analysis, and the future of open science in Africa. Episode Highlights (00:01:15) Dr. Situma raises ethical concerns about data collection, emphasizing the need for ethical considerations and vetting data for reliability. He questions the responsibility of data hosts like...

2023-09-2814 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Using AI tools in monitoring performance and trends in Public Policy with Mike Taylor from AltmetricThis episode features recordings from the webinar themed, 'Using African Policy Data to monitor trends in Public Policy', featuring public policy thinktanks ⁠⁠⁠Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA)⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠African Technology Policy Studies Network (ATPS)⁠⁠⁠ , Digital Sciences' ⁠⁠⁠Altmetric⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠Training Centre in Communication (TCC Africa)⁠⁠⁠. Episode Highlights (00:02:45) Mr. Michael Taylor, the Head of Data Insights at Digital Science is an expert in research impact and data science. He introduces Altmetrics, a dynamic company, looking to broaden and deepen understanding of the value of research and its influence on people and communities. He offers a computational perspective on the significance of indexing policy documents an...

2023-09-2832 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Charting the Kenyan Policy Pathways with Insights by Eliud Moyi from KIPPRAThis episode features recordings from the webinar themed, 'Using African Policy Data to monitor trends in Public Policy', featuring public policy thinktanks ⁠⁠Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA)⁠⁠, ⁠⁠African Technology Policy Studies Network (ATPS)⁠⁠ , Digital Sciences' ⁠⁠Altmetric⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Training Centre in Communication (TCC Africa)⁠⁠. Episode Highlights (00:01:45) Mr. Eliud Moyi, the Principal Policy Analyst at KIPPRA discusses the institution's role as a national policy think tank. He outlines their mandate, which includes policy research, capacity building, and advisory services for the government. He emphasizes the importance of policy research and analysis in providing rapid policy recommendations to address press...

2023-09-2725 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: The Role of Policy Data and Reports in Monitoring Public Policy Trends with ATPS's- Dr. Nicholas OzorThis episode features recordings from the webinar themed, 'Using African Policy Data to monitor trends in Public Policy', featuring public policy thinktanks ⁠Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA)⁠, ⁠African Technology Policy Studies Network (ATPS)⁠ , Digital Sciences' ⁠Altmetric⁠ and ⁠Training Centre in Communication (TCC Africa)⁠. Episode Highlights (00:10:52) Dr. Nicholas Ozor , the executive director of the African Technology Policy Studies Network (ATPS) highlights the vital role of policy data and reports in monitoring public policy trends. He introduces ATPS as a promoter of science, technology, and innovation for African development and stress its support for evidence-based decision-making...

2023-09-2749 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Regional Open Science Dialogue in Southern Africa Day 2 Part 4This episode features highlights from the two-day Southern Africa Regional Open Science Dialogue held at the University of Pretoria in April 2023. This engagement brought together higher education stakeholders from Southern Africa who explored key themes over the two days, such as rethinking research assessment and incentivization in academia, with the aim to foster the adoption of Open Science and Open Access principles within the region. Episode Highlights: (00:02:12) An interactive session is introduced, focusing on Open Science's various aspects, including infrastructure, ethics, and integrity. Participants are encouraged to share their views on research integrity, ethics in...

2023-09-2715 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Regional Open Science Dialogue in Southern Africa Day 2 Part 3This episode features highlights from the two-day Southern Africa Regional Open Science Dialogue held at the University of Pretoria in April 2023. This engagement brought together higher education stakeholders from Southern Africa who explored key themes over the two days, such as rethinking research assessment and incentivization in academia, with the aim to foster the adoption of Open Science and Open Access principles within the region. Episode Highlights: (00:02:12) Ms. Joy Owango welcomes Dr. Lucienne Abrahams whose topic agenda will focus on research infrastructure and how it digitally enables open science. (00:02:47) Dr. Lucienne Abrahams , the...

2023-09-2739 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Regional Open Science Dialogue in Southern Africa Day 2 Part 2This episode features highlights from the two-day Southern Africa Regional Open Science Dialogue held at the University of Pretoria in April 2023. This engagement brought together higher education stakeholders from Southern Africa who explored key themes over the two days, such as rethinking research assessment and incentivization in academia, with the aim to foster the adoption of Open Science and Open Access principles within the region. Episode Highlights: (00:02:12) Ms. Joy Owango begins the session highlighting the day's topic as the Infrastructural Aspect of Open science and proceeds to welcome the first speaker of the day.

2023-09-2220 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Regional Open Science Dialogue in Southern Africa Day 2 Part 1This episode features highlights from the two-day Southern Africa Regional Open Science Dialogue held at the University of Pretoria in April 2023. This engagement brought together higher education stakeholders from Southern Africa who explored key themes over the two days, such as rethinking research assessment and incentivization in academia, with the aim to foster the adoption of Open Science and Open Access principles within the region. Episode Highlights: (00:02:12) Participants were greeted by Ms. Joy Owango, the executive director of the Training Center in Communication, as they convened to discuss Open Science infrastructure and Open Data. The...

2023-09-1442 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Regional Open Science Dialogue in Southern Africa Day 1 Part 5This episode culminates in interactive discussions on incentivization and research assessment at the Southern Africa Regional Open Science Dialogue held at the University of Pretoria in April 2023. The participants contributed their thoughts and ideas on practical actions that governments, researchers and academic institutions should take on rewards and incentives, answering the following questions: How should governments define rewards and incentives? What are the practical actions Higher Education leadership should take on rewards and incentives? What practical actions should governments take on rewards and incentives for researchers who adopt open science? As an academic, if I publish Open Access...

2023-09-0517 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Regional Open Science Dialogue in Southern Africa Day 1 Part 4This episode features highlights from the two-day Southern Africa Regional Open Science Dialogue held at the University of Pretoria in April 2023. This engagement brought together higher education stakeholders from Southern Africa who explored key themes over the two days, such as rethinking research assessment and incentivization in academia with the aim to foster the adoption of Open Science and Open Access principles within the region. The workshop is part of an ongoing series of high-level Open Science dialogue workshops targeting institutional leadership in AAU member regions and universities with the objective of raising knowledge and...

2023-08-2542 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Regional Open Science Dialogue in Southern Africa Day 1 Part 3This episode features highlights from the two-day Southern Africa Regional Open Science Dialogue held at the University of Pretoria in April 2023. This engagement brought together higher education stakeholders from Southern Africa who explored key themes over the two days, such as rethinking research assessment and incentivization in academia with the aim to foster the adoption of Open Science and Open Access principles within the region. The workshop is part of an ongoing series of high-level Open Science dialogue workshops targeting institutional leadership in AAU member regions and universities with the objective of raising knowledge and...

2023-08-2552 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Regional Open Science Dialogue in Southern Africa Day 1 Part 2This episode features highlights from the two-day Southern Africa Regional Open Science Dialogue held at the University of Pretoria in April 2023. This engagement brought together higher education stakeholders from Southern Africa who explored key themes over the two days, such as rethinking research assessment and incentivization in academia with the aim to foster the adoption of Open Science and Open Access principles within the region. The workshop is part of an ongoing series of high-level Open Science dialogue workshops targeting institutional leadership in AAU member regions and universities with the objective of raising knowledge and...

2023-08-2440 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Regional Open Science Dialogue in Southern Africa Day 1 Part 1This episode features highlights from the two-day Southern Africa Regional Open Science Dialogue held at the University of Pretoria in April 2023. This engagement brought together higher education stakeholders from Southern Africa who explored key themes over the two days, such as rethinking research assessment and incentivization in academia with the aim to foster the adoption of Open Science and Open Access principles within the region. The workshop is part of an ongoing series of high-level Open Science dialogue workshops targeting institutional leadership in AAU member regions and universities with the objective of raising knowledge and...

2023-08-2330 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: High Level Multi- Sectoral National Open Science Dialogue for Academic and Research Institutes in Tanzania Part 4Part 4 is the conclusive session of the National Open Science dialogue in Tanzania which culminated with a "⁠⁠Statement of Intent⁠⁠" by the representatives of policy actors from Tanzania. The High Level Multi-Sectoral National Open Science Dialogue in Tanzania was the first of a series of national-level conversations on Open Science after the ⁠⁠⁠initial regional meeting⁠⁠⁠ with East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO) where it was made clear that national conversations on Open Science are imperative as the messaging will be included in the regional STI policy. Timestamps: 15:50 - 32:00 Highlights of the policymakers' inputs on Challenges Impeding...

2023-08-1832 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: High Level Multi- Sectoral National Open Science Dialogue for Academic and Research Institutes in Tanzania Part 3This is a continuation of the National Open Science dialogue in Tanzania, which was the first of a series of national-level conversations on Open Science after the ⁠⁠initial regional meeting⁠⁠ with East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO) where it was made clear that national conversations on Open Science are imperative as the messaging will be included in the regional STI policy. This session revolved around discussions on the challenges hindering the successful implementation of the National Open Science initiative in Tanzania. The dialogue culminated with a "Statement of Intent" by the representatives of policy actors from Tanzania...

2023-08-1643 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: High Level Multi-Sectoral National Open Science Dialogue for Academic and Research Institutes in Tanzania Part 2This is a continuation of the National Open Science dialogue in Tanzania, which was the first of a series of national-level conversations on Open Science after the ⁠initial regional meeting⁠ with East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO) where it was made clear that national conversations on Open Science are imperative as the messaging will be included in the regional STI policy. Timestamps: 02:05 - 13:30 Ana Persic the acting Chief of section for Science Policy and Partnerships at the Division of Science Policy and Capacity, UNESCO, gives an overview of the UNESCO Recommendations on Open...

2023-08-1630 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: High Level Multi- Sectoral National Open Science Dialogue for Academic and Research Institutes in Tanzania Part 1Earlier in February 2023, Higher Education stakeholders in Tanzania gathered for the National Open Science dialogue. This was the first of a series of national-level conversations on Open Science after the initial regional meeting with East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO) where it was made clear that national conversations on Open Science are imperative as the messaging will be included in the regional STI policy. Timestamps: 01:10 - 09:42 Introduction to the objectives of the multi-sectoral meeting by TCC Africa's Executive Director, Joy Owango 9:43 - 22:05 Dr. Sylvance Okoth of EASTECO, gives...

2023-08-1542 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 1 EP 11 : The convergence of science and communication as a catalyst in empowering change in vulnerable communities with Jhpiego's- Verah Vashti OkeyoIn this episode, we delve into a world where science and journalism intersect, uncovering the profound impact that they have in shaping a more informed society. Spearheading this mission is Verah Okeyo, a renowned science journalist, teacher, and communicator who has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between scientific advancements and public understanding specifically in healthcare. She recognizes the responsibility of science journalists in promoting scientific literacy and believes that science journalism has the potential to inspire the next generation of scientists and innovators, igniting a passion for discovery and problem-solving. Discover the power of storytelling, community engagement...

2023-07-141h 00

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 1 EP 10 : Exploring the transformative power of scholarships in African Academia with RSIF’S-Bonface NyagahPostgraduate research is a journey of discovery and knowledge creation. It goes beyond simply learning how to think and delves into the realm of producing new knowledge. To embark on this journey, one must build upon existing knowledge, using it as a solid foundation. However, it is crucial to recognize that the pursuit of new knowledge requires support. On this episode of Mazungumzo- African Scholarly Conversations, we are joined by Boniface Nyagah, a program manager and capacity-building specialist who shares his incredible journey from engineering to managing 300 postgraduate scholarships annually and explore the power of scholarships in...

2023-06-1444 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 1 EP 9 : Sustaining Scholarly Communications for Future Generations: Approaches for African Libraries with AFLIA’s Dr. Mac-Anthony Cobblah.On this episode of the podcast, we had the privilege of catching up with Dr. Mac-Anthony Cobblah, an accomplished leader in academic librarianship, as he shares his insights on librarianship and leadership, especially when it comes to promoting open science within the realm of scholarly communication in African universities. He holds the position of chair for Academic and Special Libraries at the African Library and Information Associations and Institutions (AFLIA), as well as University Librarian and Lecturer at the University of Cape Coast in Ghana. Dr. Cobblah speaks about the need for sustainability in research and the...

2023-05-1543 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 1 EP 8 : Demystifying Open Science in Africa: Understanding its Importance and Implementation with AAU's- Abednego CorleteyWhile there has been a shift in how Open Science is perceived in Africa, ‘Open’ is still being misconstrued to mean that it is a loose and unstructured approach to scientific research, without restrictions or regulations. This is not the case. What people have failed to understand is that Open Science not only promotes research credibility by promoting transparency and reproducibility but also promotes research sovereignty and data ownership by allowing researchers to retain control over their data and research findings. This episode’s guest, Mr. Abednego Corletey, the senior IT Officer for the Association of African Univer...

2023-04-1441 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 1 EP 7 : Why Open Science Matters: Perspectives from an African Scholarly Communication ExpertFor many years, African libraries have been struggling to keep up with the rest of the world in terms of access to scientific information and resources. This has led to a situation where valuable research findings are often shelved and not shared with the wider scientific community, and libraries are forced to operate with limited resources, hindering their ability to provide quality services to their users. In this episode, we are joined by Mr. Lazarus Gallant Matizirofa, the Deputy Director of the Department of Library Services at the University of Pretoria, to discuss among other things, how African libraries...

2023-03-1531 min

Coach Club Africa Ep 12: The Importance of Localized Coaching Approaches.Welcome to the latest episode of the Coach Club Africa podcast, where we explore the latest trends and best practices in coaching. Today's episode is all about the importance of localised coaching approaches.As coaches, it's essential to understand the cultural and societal nuances of the people we work with. In this episode, we will be discussing how to adapt coaching methods to better serve clients in different regions and cultures.Our guest Dumi Magadlela, an expert who has experience in this field, will be sharing his insights and strategies for success.Dumisani...

2023-02-2241 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 1 EP 6 : The Journey of a Resilient African Mother in Science and LeadershipToday’s episode features the inspiring story of Professor Chioma Blaise Chikere, a visionary leader and scientist, who is breaking barriers and defying stereotypes in research. As a mother and African woman, she's on a mission to show the world the potential of women and the importance of giving them a voice. Hear her story of overcoming academic bias and progressing to a successful career in academia. Prof. Chioma proves that if you're not given a seat at the table, bring your own folding seat and create a space for yourself. Professor Chioma Blaise Chikere is a fu...

2023-02-1041 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 1 EP 5 : Promoting innovative and sustainable research opportunities for women scientists in NigeriaKickstarting our podcast series this year is self-proclaimed ‘woman in science’, widely published soil scientist and the National Chairperson, the Organisation for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD) Nigeria Chapter, Professor Olayinka Nwachukwu. She talks about how her work with the Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD) is promoting gender equality in science and technology in Nigeria, and how this can lead to more inclusive and sustainable solutions to local and global problems. She also shares her personal experiences as a woman in science offering advice to young women and early career researchers on t...

2023-01-1733 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 1 EP 4 : Why Research Mentorship Matters while Navigating Academia: Insights from Eider Africa’s founder, Aurelia MuneneIf you are a researcher, you are probably familiar with the research lifecycle and all the challenges and opportunities that come with it. With this in mind, Eider Africa- a women-led social enterprise, has been working towards supporting researchers by providing a safe space for mentorship throughout the research life cycle and amplifying the voices of African researchers. In this episode, Ms. Aurelia Munene, the founder of Eider Africa expounds on her journey in growing a vibrant community of research journal clubs and developing transformative inclusive research mentorship for African researchers who face unique challenges and barriers...

2022-12-1629 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Advocacy and Capacity Building in Open Access & Open Science to top management staff in African Higher Education InstitutionsThis episode features the genesis of a four-part regional blended workshop addressing the pushback and advocating for the Adoption and Implementation of Open Science and Open Access practices in member institutions of the AAU. It features various higher education stakeholders including Presidents, Vice-Chancellors, Rectors, Deputy Vice-Chancellors, Directors of Research, and Libraries of African Universities. Leading the discussions are Roheena Anand of PLOS, Ana Persic of UNESCO, Geoffrey Boulton from the International Science Council, Olusola Bandele Oyewole the secretary general of the Association of African Universities, Tshiamo Motshegwa the director at African Open Science Platform (AOSP), McAnthony Cobblah the Chair, A...

2022-12-012h 23

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: State of Open Access in Africa and its Implication on ResearchersDo African Researchers understand what open access entails? What Open-Access Academic Publishing infrastructure is available in Africa to support researchers? We are joined by Elizabeth Marincola, from Africa Academy of Sciences Open Research, Matt Hodgkinson from Africa’s oldest Open Access publishing Hindawi and Osman Aldirdiri from AfricArxiv, Africa’s own preprint repository in this discussion. Hodgkinson, M., Marincola, E., Aldirdiri, O., & Owango, J. (2020). State of Open Access in Africa and its Implication on Researchers [Webinar]. AfricArXiv. https://doi.org/10.21428/3b2160cd.845bf0c3 Follow Training Centre in Communication(TCC Africa) on: Twi...

2022-12-011h 02

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Open Science & Open Access Principles and Practices in East African Community Partner StatesToday’s episode features an engaging session on ‘Open Science & Open Access Principles and Practices in East African Community Partner States’ by Dr. Sylvance Okoth the Executive Secretary of The East African Science and Technology Commission (EASTECO), Joy Owango of TCC Africa, Ana Persic of UNESCO, Nokuthula Mchunu of the African Open Science Platform(AOSP), Rhoda Wanyenze of Makerere University, and Roheena Anand of PLOS, with the objective to create awareness and engrain Open Science and Open Access practices in the East African Region to ensure the community reaps the benefits for accelerated regional integration and social economic development.

2022-11-281h 56

Access 2 Perspectives – Conversations. All about Open Science Communication Toward Global Research Equity from an African perspective - A conversation with Joy OwangoAs the director at TCC Africa with a demonstrated history of working in professional training and research capacity, Joy has experience in Government and Donor Relations, Research Analytics, Management, Data Analysis, and Business Strategy. It is her mission to democratize higher education through access to high-impact open data. Explore all our episodes at access2perspectives.org/conversations Host: Dr Jo Havemann, ORCID iD 0000-0002-6157-1494 Editing: Ebuka Ezeike Music: Alex Lustig, produced by Kitty Kat License: Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0) At Access 2 Perspectives, we provide novel i...

2022-11-2851 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 1 EP 3 : Research to Commercialization: How research institutions and universities can cultivate an environment that spurs innovation‘You need to fall in love with and maximize the problem if you are looking to be able to come up with a brilliant solution”, asserts our guest, Ms. Agnes Tsuma as she narrates her journey coming into research innovation and commercialization. This episode features an engaging conversation that highlights the existing opportunities for early career innovators in Kenya, the current state of industry-academia linkage, and the strategic steps by KENIA to propel research outputs and technology from our institutions to the marketplace. Agnes Tsuma is a research, innovation, and grants management professional with 10+ years of multifaceted expe...

2022-11-1536 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Using Digital Object identifiers to Increase Discoverability of African Journal ArticlesIn today’s feature episode, speakers from African Journals Online (AJOL) Susan Murray, Kate Snow, and Kylie Van Zyl demonstrated the pertinence of Digital Object Identifiers (DOI) in the fostering discoverability of African research outputs and journals as well as how to practically implement the DOI’s within the journals. The meeting was hosted by Training Centre in Communication (TCC Africa) executive director, Joy Owango. Owango, J., Murray, S., Snow, K., & Zyl, K. V. (2022). Using Digital Object identifiers to Increase Discoverability of African Journal Articles. AfricArXiv. https://doi.org/10.21428/3b2160cd.f2a2460a

2022-10-261h 55

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: A Round Table Discussion on African Perspectives on Peer ReviewThis episode contains dynamic discussions on the importance of peer review in scholarly communication and African perspectives that need to be included in peer review by a panel of experts in various fields. The panel consists of Dr. Raoul Kamadjeu- Co-founder and Managing Editor at the Pan African Medical Journal (PAMJ), Dr. Stella Osoro Kerongo- Researcher and Clinical Psychologist at Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC), Mr. Nicholas Outa- Doctorate candidate in the field of Fisheries and Aquaculture at Maseno University and Prof. Ruth Oniang’o, Ph.D.- Editor-in-Chief and Founder at African Journal of Food Ag...

2022-10-261h 34

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Enhancing African Research Visibility Through Use of RepositoriesSub-Saharan Africa [is said to] account[s] for 13.5% of the global population but less than 1% of global research output. Part of the problem is that there is low visibility of its research output. Open access repositories have created a paradigm shift in enhancing African research output. Where are these repositories and how can we take advantage of them? How should African researchers make use of these repositories to increase their visibility? Catch up with Jo Havemann, Mark Hahnel, Mark Snyders, Stephanie Kitchen, and Joy Owango, the panelist of the session to find out more! Havemann...

2022-10-261h 18

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Research Capacity Support Systems for PhD Scholars in AfricaIn this episode, we get insights from Titi Ajay- Doing a Ph.D. in Africa, and Andy Nobes- AuthorAID on research capacity support systems that exist for Ph.D. Scholars in Africa. Ajayi, T., Nobes, A., & Owango, J. (2020). Research Capacity Support Systems for Ph.D. Scholars in Africa [Webinar]. AfricArXiv. https://doi.org/10.21428/3b2160cd.bf2fbd69

2022-10-1748 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: Influence of University Rankings on African Research VisibilityOne of the impacts of the globalization of higher education is the creation and rise of global rankings and its effect on the competitive nature of universities as we know them. Join Joy Owango, Lisa Bonney- Institutional researcher at the University of Johannesburg, Denyse Webbstock- Senior Director at the University of Johannesburg, and Prof. Ahmed Bawa - CEO, Universities South Africa as they debunk the influence of university rankings on the strategic decisions they make in regards to how they use the results to increase their visibility, attract top talent, funding and collaboration. Owango, J., Bonney, L...

2022-10-171h 51

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Feature Episode: What Does it Take To Produce High-Impact African Journals?There are 526 journals indexed in the African bibliographic database African Journals Online (AJOL). Of these 526 journals, 32 countries have submitted their publications in the database. This episode features the webinar titled, 'What Does it Take To Produce High-Impact African Journals?', where guest speakers Raoul Kamadjeu of PAMJ, Susan Murray of African Journal Online (AJOL), and Joy Owango of TCC Africa debunk why it is seemingly hard to produce and sustain good quality journals and what it takes to produce high impact and credible journals. Kamadjeu, R., Murray, S., & Owango, J. (2020). What Does it Take To...

2022-10-171h 05

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 1 EP 2 : Empowering children and youth to be agents of change through science communicationFormer TCC Africa trainee, Mr. Kenneth Monjero fondly known as Dr. Fun, shares how his passion for science communication has inspired his academic journey and led him to promote the accessibility of science and scientific innovations to better the lives of children and youth in Africa through his organization, Fun & Education Global Network. Fun & Education Global Network seeks to improve lives globally through interactive learning experiences, sharing information, mentorship, and teamwork to better the lives of children, teens, and youth. Kenneth Monjero is a biotechnologist working with Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO Biotech). He is...

2022-10-1320 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations SN 1 EP 1 : The significance of inter-ministerial involvement in drafting Open Science policies in Africa'Open Science will happen whether you're on it or not as the world moves through an era of digitization,' affirms our guest, Dr. Nokuthula Mchunu, the Deputy- Director of the African Open Science Platform (AOSP) and a Senior Researcher from the Agricultural Research Council of South Africa in the Biotechnology Platform. In this episode, Dr. Mchunu shares her perspective on where Africa, and especially South Africa, falls on the shift toward the Open Science movement, the importance of stakeholder involvement from researchers, scientists, industries, legislators down to the ordinary citizen in drafting and implementing the science a...

2022-09-1423 min

Mazungumzo - African Scholarly Conversations Introduction to Mazungumzo 'African Scholarly Conversations'In this launch episode, we introduce Mazungumzo, 'African Scholarly Conversations' and the purpose of the podcast. Join us and get to hear various stakeholders in the world of academia share their perspectives on scholarly and science communication, and share their candid stories on their research journey.

2022-09-0701 min

The INSPIRING STEM Podcast Africa's Training Centre in Communication - advancing open science and scholarly communications: Joy OwangoThe guest for this week’s INSPIRING STEM PODCAST episode is Joy Owango, a Higher Education Specialist and Socio-Entrepreneur based in Nairobi, Kenya. Joy is Founding Director at the Training Centre in Communication (TCC-Africa) and which has four offices, two in Kenya, and one each in Nigeria and South Africa. Joy is also on the board of AfricArxiv- free preprint service for African scientists. Joy has a history of working in professional training and research capacity, with experience in government and donor relations, research analytics, management, data analysis, an...

2022-06-1548 min

Access 2 Perspectives – Conversations. All about Open Science Communication Deafness and Academia - A conversation with Joyce Wangari NgugiFollowing up on our previous episode with Joyce Wangari Nugi, in which we talked about Holistic wellness and mental health in research careers, this episode is about Wangari’s work for the deaf community and deafness in academia. We are joined by N’kadziri Aminah Idd, who facilitates sign language interpretation throughout our conversation (see the video below). Personal profiles ORCID iD: 0000-0002-7093-2896 Website: wangari.africa Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/joyce-wangari-a9105a1a8/ Feature at TCC Africa: tcc-africa.org/my-tcc-experience-joyce-wangari-ngugi/ Feature at INASP: blog.inas...

2022-05-2338 min

Tomoka Christian Church Weekend – Ormond Beach, Florida, USA Scattered: Saving Africa - Joe Putting

2022-04-2427 min

The Coaching Psychology Pod How can leaders build a coaching culture?In this episode we discuss ‘How can leaders build a coaching culture?’ with Professor David Clutterbuck, Dr Lise Lewis and Dr Dumisani Magadlela. We learn the nuts and bolts of implementing and cultivating a coaching culture in organisations. We ask: What do we mean by a ‘coaching culture’? How can you identify a coaching culture? How long does it take to create? How can we develop psychological safety in our organisations? Why is it important that the CEO adopts the role of ‘Coach Chief’? What pitfalls can we avoid when creating a sustainable coaching culture? How can we make a coach...

2022-04-0141 min

Access 2 Perspectives – Conversations. All about Open Science Communication Helicopter research and its effects on project sustainability - A conversation with Nicholas OutaNicholas Outa is a PhD student at Maseno University, Kenya. Currently, he is researching 'The Potential of Freshwater Integrated multi-trophic Aquaculture (FIMTA) in Lake Victoria' to help reduce the negative environmental impacts of Cage aquaculture in the lake. He is a Trainer in Scientific Writing and Publishing at TCC Africa , which trains and mentors students and early career researchers on Scientific communication and Data analysis. Mr. Outa is a champion and campaigner for Open Science, a moderator at Africarxiv , and a Reviewer for several journals in the areas of Fisheries, Aquaculture, and Aquatic Sciences.

2022-03-2452 min

Access 2 Perspectives – Conversations. All about Open Science Communication Holistic wellness and mental health in research careers - A conversation with Wangary Joyce NgugiWangari talks about her experience as a professional in mental health, her work at Eider Africa, and the importance of community values for holistic well-being. Read more at https://access2perspectives.pubpub.org/pub/a-conversation-with-wangari-joyce-ngugi-/ Personal Profiles ORCID iD: 0000-0002-7093-2896Website: wangari.africaLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/joyce-wangari-a9105a1a8/Feature at TCC Africa: tcc-africa.org/my-tcc-experience-joyce-wangari-ngugi/ Joyce Wangari Ngugi has 16 years of experience in designing and implementing Psychology and Research programs. Her niche is empowering people with disabilities and special needs and their caregivers, particularly...

2022-02-1446 min

The Copywriter Club Podcast TCC Podcast #263: Retiring Young: How to Retire by 40 with Rachel NgomRachel Ngom is our guest for the 263rd episode of The Copywriter Club podcast. Rachel is a Pinterest Strategist and Expert who teaches her clients how to utilize Pinterest to build their pipeline of leads. She plans to retire by 40 and has made investments and an action plan to make it happen. Here’s how the conversation breaks down: How Africa changed Rachel’s life for the better. How Rachel built a 6-figure business with -$400 and a new baby. The reality of selling on social media and the pivots that come along the way. Getting 1.8 million people to find your...

2021-11-021h 24

Mundaréu # 16 – Mundo na sala de aula: Charges e presidentesNesse episódio, Thaise Oliveira, formada em Jornalismo e em Antropologia, nos contará como foi fazer o seu TCC sobre as relações inter-étnicas na África do Sul. A partir dos principais jornais do país, ela encontrou tirinhas e charges sobre o polêmico ex-presidente Jacob Zuma, que ficou no poder entre 2009 e 2018. Thaise também vai contar como foi achar o tema de pesquisa, fazer a pesquisa de campo em outro país e seu processo de orientação pela professora Juliana Braz Dias na Universidade de Brasília. Com “Percepções sobre identidades étnicas e raciais em charges...

2021-10-2517 min

Diversity in Research Podcast How research collaboration in Africa is changing - a conversation with Joy OwangoThe lyrics from a famous Danish aid song from the 1980s at some point says "Africa, the country that every child knows". And unfortunately, that still sums it up today. Even though we know it is a continent and not a country, we too often think about it as one - to the extent, we think that much about Africa in the context of research at all (South Africa being the exception). So we decided we needed to learn more; more about collaborations, funding, culture and so many other things about how research is developing...

2021-10-251h 00

Labour Studies Podcasts NALSU Labour Studies Podcast | Luke Sinwell and Siphiwe Mbatha: The Spirit of Marikana: The Rise of Insurgent Unionism in South AfricaIn this Labour Studies Podcast, Luke Sinwell, University of Johannesburg & Siphiwe Mbatha, Thembilihle Crisis Committee, discuss the working-class rebellion and power that shook the mines and withstood the Marikana massacre, with reference to their classic book, “The Spirit of Marikana: The Rise of Insurgent Unionism in South Africa.” The podcast is provided by the Neil Aggett Labour Studies Unit (NALSU), Rhodes University, South Africa. Please follow the link: https://anchor.fm/nalsu (You can also download the Anchor FM app for your phone at the Google Play Store). On August 16, 2012, thirty-four black South African and immig...

2021-07-1535 min

Code for Thought Making African Science VisibleIt's publish or perish for researchers and scientists. In addition to that many researchers and scientists from African countries struggle to get their work published and recognised. The team around https://info.africarxiv.org AfricarXiV work hard to address that.Here are a few links mentioned in this episode you may want to check:https://www.stm-assoc.org The International Association of science, technology and medical publishinghttps://www.tcc-africa.org the Training Centre in Communication in Africahttps://peerreviewweek.wordpress.com Peer Review Weekly and annual event for networking of partners in the publishing and peer review s...

2021-02-1631 min

Identidades EP. BÔNUS #3 - O que você PRECISA saber sobre o narguilé (part. Emili Soares através do seu TCC)O narguilé é uma espécie de cachimbo de água de origem oriental, utilizado para fumar tabaco aromatizado. Além desse nome, de origem persa, e de variantes como arguile, muito usada em certos países árabes, também é chamado de xixa, especialmente na África e em outros países de língua árabe, ou ainda hookah. Há diferenças regionais no formato e no funcionamento dos cachimbos d'água, mas o princípio comum é o fato de a fumaça passar pela água antes de chegar ao fumante. O uso do narguilé vem crescendo mundialmente, mas as informações ainda são escassas sobr...

2020-11-1308 min

The Coaching Practice.Paddy PampallisDr Paddy Pampallis is the Founder Director of The Integral Africa Institute and The (Integral Africa) Coaching Centre (TCC) and Ubuntu Coaching Foundation that serves to bring Integral thinking and solutions to individual, organizational and community life. Her mission is to find ways to ‘being fully human’ more skillfully. A history in education, psychology and organizational engagement she heads up the TCC faculty, consultancy and is an internationally accredited executive coach. She thrives on engaging with transformational work and has been at the pioneering front, both globally and locally, in the field of coaching and integral applications. Her love for inte...

2020-09-1126 min

Nature and Science Podcast People Who Are Hard of Hearing The Invisible DisabilitySend us a textWith the sounds of her native Brooklyn, New York in the background Accessibility advocate Janice Lintz tells her story of how she has used eternal vigilance to make sure the hard of hearing has access to information that everyone else has. She is a passionate and accomplished consultant/advocate across the hearing advocacy and related political spectrum. She effects change and implements creative solutions across organizational and geographic boundaries. Janice is the “go-to” person on matters relating to access for people who are deaf or hard of hearing.Janice is the CEO o...

2020-09-0837 min

The Nomad Mania Podcast The Nomad Mania Podcast With Debjeet SenWelcome to the Nomad Mania Podcast! Nomad Mania divides the world into 1281 regions and is an excellent website which allows you to track your travels whether you are chasing 193, TCC, MTP or of course Nomad Mania. It also maintains extensive series like 1881 different airports, 1696 festivals, or 2855 religious temples. The Nomad Mania Podcast interviews members who will share their insights and advice as we take deep dives into some of the world’s 1281 most interesting regions. Your host of The Nomad Mania Podcast is Ric Gazarian. Ric is on a quest to travel to every country in the...

2020-07-1540 min

The Copywriter Club Podcast TCC Podcast #196: Removing Fear to Get the Sale with Adil AmarsiCopywriter and persuasion expert Adil Amarsi is the guest for the 196th episode of The Copywriter Club Podcast. Adil is working on a book on Persuasion and recently changed the title he prefers from Copywriter to Creative Director because he does so much more than copy. We covered quite a bit of ground during our discussion, including: • how writing daily stories as a kid led to a gig as a copywriter (before he knew what copywriting was) • his process for attracting his first clients • what he did to learn copywriting and who he learned it from • the “first week’s earnings” deal t...

2020-07-1459 min

Counting Countries Francis Tapon … Traveled Africa With Three Thousand FriendsKey Links Untamed Borders Group Trip To Madagascar Support Counting Countries, and check out these trips from G Adventures Support Counting Countries at Patreon Counting Countries Apparel Francis popped up on my radar about a year ago, when former guest Fabio Cao brought him to my attention. I hit google up and quickly realized Francis was an accomplished traveler, including a five year continuous journey across every country in Africa. He seemed like a great fit for Counting Countries, but I neglected to reach out. Then a recent email from listener, Francois Xavier, suggested that I have Francis on the...

2020-05-142h 44

The Nomad Mania Podcast The Nomad Mania Podcast With Marlon ReedWelcome to the Nomad Mania Podcast! Nomad Mania divides the world into 1281 regions and is an excellent website which allows you to track your travels whether you are chasing 193, TCC, MTP or of course Nomad Mania. It also maintains extensive series like 1881 different airports, 1696 festivals, or 2855 religious temples. The Nomad Mania Podcast interviews members who will share their insights and advice as we take deep dives into some of the world’s 1281 most interesting regions. Your host of The Nomad Mania Podcast is Ric Gazarian. Ric is on a quest to travel to every country in the...

2019-10-1533 min

Twickenham Cricket Club The Talking TreefrogsWe talk about the recent England Test series against the West Indies, TFC, TCC TV and will we see the scrapping of teas ?!? Most intriguingly, is a TCC tour to South Africa on the horizon?

2019-02-1339 min

Afternoon Talk #InTheSpotlight – RAN NEU-NER - GROUP CO-CEO OF THE CREATIVE COUNSELRan Neu-Ner and Gil Oved, The Creative Counsel (TCC) founders and group co-CEOs, have won the EY Southern Africa World Entrepreneur Award for 2016 in the Exceptional category. Now in its 19th year, the award programme forms part of the Southern Africa Chapter of the World Entrepreneur Award and recognises outstanding entrepreneurs for their vision, innovation, courage, and leadership.

2017-12-1539 min

Counting Countries Audrey Walsworth - 193 countries ... and 324/325 on the TCC List!Download Episode! Audrey is a member of an elite club of female travelers who have traveled to all 193 UN countries. I thought it was important to have a member of this club to speak on the podcast in regard to the media's claim that Cassie DePecol is the first woman to travel to every country in the world. This false narrative has been embraced by the public. During the podcast, we speak about this controversy and Audrey shares her perspective on being a woman who has accomplished this feat. Audrey's first international foray took place in 1969 as she traced her...

2017-04-271h 28

Counting Countries Lee Abbamonte - 193 countries ... and the North and South Pole!Download Episode! Lee has led an incredible life, traveling to all 193 countries and being the youngest American to accomplish this feat at that time. And he is only 6 territories away from completing the Travelers Century Club. Lee travels in style whether it is entering his 193rd country under a hail of gunfire or hanging out with Prince Harry in Antarctica. Lee grew up in modest circumstances and began his travel with a semester abroad in London. This trip and the loss of his friends on 9/11 sparked his interest in travel. Lee was motivated to complete the Travelers Century Club after...

2017-03-301h 35