Reinventing Africa Podcast

• Episode 5 - 🇬🇧 / 🇫🇷 Functional States in Africa : The Power of Hope

  [EN] In this episode of Reinventing Africa, host Kah Walla sits down with Alice Malongte, consultant at STRATEGIES!, to discuss Hope as a pillar of a Functional State. What does it take for citizens to trust in their future? They explore key elements like decent jobs, a stable entrepreneurial ecosystem, crisis management, and the role of arts and culture. How can states foster a sense of security and long-term stability for their people?[FR] Dans cet épisode de Reinventing Africa, Kah Walla reçoit Alice Malongte, consultante chez STRATEGIES!, pour explorer le pilier de l’Espoir dans un État fonctionnel. Quels sont les éléments qui permettent aux citoyens d’avoir confiance en leur avenir ? Ensemble, elles abordent les emplois décents, l’écosystème entrepreneurial, la gestion des crises et le rôle de l’art et de la culture dans la construction d’une identité nationale. Comment les États peuvent ils garantir une stabilité durable à leurs citoyens ?

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• Épisode 4 - 🇫🇷 Sûreté & Durabilité : La clé d’un État fonctionnel

  Un État ne doit pas seulement être présent, il doit aussi garantir la sécurité et la durabilité de ses institutions.Mais comment instaurer la confiance entre les citoyens et l’État ? Pourquoi l’État de droit et la participation citoyenne sont-ils cruciaux pour un développement durable ?Dans cet épisode,Franck Essi, économiste et consultant senior chez STRATEGIES!, nous éclaire sur : ✅ Pourquoi la confiance entre l’État et les citoyens estessentielle. ✅ La sûreté : au-delà de la police, un accès réel aux droits et auxservices. ✅ Comment des politiques durables assurentun État réellement fonctionnel. ✅ Le rôle des collectifs citoyens et de la gouvernancedans cette transformation.🎧À écouter si vous voulez comprendre pourquoi lasûreté et la durabilité sontfondamentales pour l’avenir de l’Afrique !Commentez,partagez et abonnez-vous pour ne rien rater du prochainépisode.  

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• Épisode 3 - 🇬🇧 Presence of the State & Security in West Africa

  In this episode, Kah Walla sits down with Gilles Yabi, Executive Director and Founder of WATHI, one of West Africa’s most insightful think tanks. From the Africa Conference of the School of Politics, Policy, and Governance in Abuja, they dive into the concept of the Functional State, focusing on its first pillar: Presence.What happens when the state is absent? In manyAfrican countries, the state has not been present in entire regions for decades, leading to insecurity, lack of infrastructure, and economic stagnation. From Mali and the Sahel to Northern Cameroon and Boko Haram’s influence, the absence of the state has allowed armed groups to thrive and exploit communities.A must-listen for those seeking a deeper understanding ofAfrica’s security challenges and the solutions beyond military force.What do you think? Share your thoughts and join theconversation in the comments!

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• Épisode 2 - 🇬🇧 Presence: The Foundation of a Functional State?

  A functional state is a state you can see and feel. But what does "presence" really mean? Why is it crucial for transforming agri-food systems and ensuring essential services, especially in rural areas?In this episode,Aurélie Majo, senior consultant at STRATEGIES!, joins the discussion to explore:✅ How state presence impacts agriculture and local economies.✅ The essential infrastructures: roads, electricity, water, andadministrative services.✅ The role of decentralization and local governments in development.✅ How the absence of the state fuels conflict and slows down progress.🎧Listen now to understand why state presence is the cornerstone ofdevelopment in Africa!Comment, share, and subscribe to stay tuned forthe next episodes.

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• Épisode 1 - 🇬🇧 Daring to Build Functional States in Africa

  Welcome to the inaugural episode of "Reinventing Africa," a visionary podcast brought to you by Strategies! Join hostsKah Walla andBaba Dodo as they embark on a profound journey to reshape the future of Africa. Inspired by the legendary Thomas Sankara's call to "dare to invent the future," this episode sets the stage for a series dedicated to rethinking governance and accelerating systemic change across the continent.In this episode, Kah and Baba introduce the central theme of the podcast: the creation of functional states in Africa. They discuss the legacy of their 29 years of experience at Strategies, emphasizing the urgent need for effective governance to harness Africa's vast resources for the betterment of its people.Tune in to "Reinventing Africa" twice a month to join Kah and Baba in this crucial conversation. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share to help spread the word and foster a global dialogue on reinventing Africa.Follow these links to learn more about Strategies!https://strategiesconsultingfirm.com/podcasts/https://twitter.com/Strategies_https://cm.linkedin.com/company/strategies-https://www.facebook.com/cabinetstrategieshttp://www.youtube.com/@Strategiessarl

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