The Long Form Podcast
An LF Media ProductionThe Long Form is a weekly podcast hosted by Sanny Ntayombya, featuring in-depth conversations on politics, business, sports, entertainment, arts, and culture, with a special focus on African stories and perspectives.LF Media is a Rwanda-based podcast production company building Africa’s podcast network through world-class storytelling, production, and partnerships.New episodes every week.Business inquiries: commercial@sannyntayombya.comSupport our work on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheLongFormPodYou can also support the podcast via MTN MoMo code 95462 or directly at +250 795462739
Before the War: Kagame, Rwigema & Rwanda’s Untold Stories | Capt. Mike Mukula
In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, Ugandan veteran politician and NRM stalwart Captain Mike Mukula shares a rare insider perspective on the events that shaped modern Rwanda and East Africa.
From his early interactions with Paul Kagame and Fred Rwigema before 1990, to witnessing the aftermath of the Rwandan Civil War and 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, Captain Mukula offers a firsthand account of pivotal moments in African history.
The conversation explores the lived reality of Rwandan refugees in Uganda, the role of the Rwandan Patriotic Front, and what it takes to create stability in v...
The Cost of Telling the Truth: Journalism, Pressure & Power in Uganda | Canary Mugume
In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, investigative journalist Canary Mugume of NBS Television opens up about the reality of journalism in Uganda and Africa today.
From reporting on powerful political figures to navigating public scrutiny, Mugume shares what it really means to pursue truth in an environment shaped by pressure, risk, and perception.
We explore the challenges of speaking truth to power, the personal cost of public life, and the hidden emotional and psychological toll that comes with high-stakes reporting.
The conversation also touches on relationships in the public eye, mental hea...
Trying to Enter Politics in Rwanda: Reality vs Expectation | Jessy Mugisha
This episode of The Long Form Podcast explores what it really takes to enter politics in Rwanda. Jessy Mugisha, a young independent parliamentary aspirant and businessman, shares his experience attempting to run in the 2024 elections and what he discovered about access, participation, and opportunity in the political system.
We discuss youth engagement in Rwandan politics, the barriers facing independent candidates, and whether the system is truly open to ordinary citizens. The conversation also looks at his advocacy for street cleaners in Kigali and what it reveals about labor conditions, dignity, and social responsibility.
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Rwanda, DRC & M23: Understanding the Real Endgame Behind the Conflict | Gatete Ruhumuliza
The conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is often simplified into a story of aggressors and victims — but the reality is far more complex.
In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, Gatete Nyiringabo Ruhumuliza breaks down the geopolitical, legal, and strategic forces shaping the Rwanda–DRC crisis, the role of M23, and why tensions between Rwanda and its neighbors continue to escalate. We explore the real endgame behind the conflict, the impact of US sanctions on Rwanda’s economy and everyday life, and the silence of regional powers and the African Union.
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Isaac Nkusi: Why You’re Still Broke — Income, Inflation and Financial Mistakes
Why are so many young professionals in Rwanda, Uganda, and across East Africa still struggling to build wealth — even when they earn, save, and follow traditional financial advice?
In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, Isaac Nkusi, finance professional and host of The Money Blueprint Podcast, breaks down why the conventional path to financial success is failing for many people earning $300–$500 a month.
We explore the realities of financial literacy, inflation, currency depreciation, saving vs investing, and the hidden mistakes even educated professionals make with money. This conversation also examines how economic systems, rising cost...
Soraya Hakuziyaremye, Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda: Inflation, Sanctions and Economic Growth
Prices are rising, currencies are under pressure, and global events are beginning to affect everyday life in ways many people don’t fully understand.
In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, Soraya Hakuziyaremye, Governor of the National Bank of Rwanda, explains what is really happening inside Rwanda’s economy — and how global shocks such as US sanctions, geopolitical tensions, and rising energy prices impact inflation, the Rwandan franc, and long-term economic growth.
We discuss whether Rwanda can continue its development trajectory under external pressure, how much control central banks actually have over inflation, and what i...
Gaël Vande Weghe: The Hidden Decline of Rwanda’s Wildlife
Rwanda is often celebrated as a conservation success story, known for its national parks, gorillas, and protected ecosystems. But how much of the country’s natural world has already disappeared?
In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, scientist, photographer, and conservationist Gaël Vande Weghe discusses his research on Rwanda’s biodiversity, including a comprehensive study documenting 229 mammal species.
This conversation examines wildlife conservation, biodiversity loss, African environmental policy, and the future of nature in Rwanda and East Africa, asking whether conservation is preserving ecosystems — or simply p...
Patrick 'Salvador' Idringi: Comedy, Politics, and Meeting Museveni
Why do people sometimes trust comedians more than politicians?
In this episode of The Long Form, Ugandan comedian Patrick “Salvador” Idringi joins us in Kigali for a wide-ranging conversation about comedy, politics, social media, and public criticism in East Africa. Salvador reflects on the pressures of making audiences laugh while navigating political debates, online controversy, and the expectations placed on public figures.
This conversation explores the intersection of comedy, media, culture, and politics in Africa — and why humor often reveals truths society struggles to say out loud.
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Michael Fairbanks, CEO of Akagera Medicines: Rwanda’s $75M Gamble to Build a $2B Pharma Company
For decades, Africa has depended on imported medicines for diseases that disproportionately affect its people. But what happens when a country decides to manufacture its own?
In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, economic strategist Michael Fairbanks explains the ambitious vision behind Akagera Medicines, a Rwanda-linked biotech company developing treatments for drug-resistant tuberculosis.
Backed by Rwanda’s national pension fund, this project raises difficult questions about pharmaceutical sovereignty, global health inequality, African industrial policy, and the risks of building a biotech industry from scratch. Can Africa truly compete with global pharmaceutical giants? And what happ...
Rewiring the Brain? Ketamine, Psychedelics & Mental Health with Dr. Lisa Ndejuru
Can drugs like ketamine, LSD, and marijuana really “rewire” the brain?
In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, Dr. Lisa Ndejuru, clinician at the King Faisal Hospital Ketamine Treatment & Research Centre in Kigali, breaks down the science and controversy surrounding psychedelic-assisted therapy, mental health treatment in Africa, and the global rise of ketamine clinics. We discuss Elon Musk’s public use of ketamine, Silicon Valley’s investment in psychedelics, African traditional plant medicine, marijuana culture among young Africans, and whether modern pharmaceuticals are healing trauma — or simply reshaping perception.
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Heroin, Recovery, Uganda & Rwanda’s Addiction Crisis — Steve Khald Maridadi on Drugs, Trauma & System Failure
What does heroin actually do to a human being — and why are so many young Africans falling into addiction? In this raw and unfiltered conversation, Steve Khald Maridadi a Rwandan filmmaker, opens up about heroin addiction, cocaine, laced marijuana, recovery, psych wards, and the system that failed him. We explore how drug addiction works biologically and psychologically, why jailing addicts may be the wrong solution, and how stigma pushes addiction underground.
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Sonia Mugabo: Creativity, Overcoming Trauma, & The Cost of Building a Fashion Brand in Rwanda
This week on The Long Form, Sonia Mugabo — founder of one of Rwanda’s most recognizable fashion houses — opens up about the trauma, ambition, and emotional cost behind success. Sonia reflects on grief, resilience, entrepreneurship in Africa, motherhood, identity, and the psychological weight of being perceived as “strong.” This conversation explores trauma in Rwanda, African entrepreneurship, creativity under pressure, women in business, post-conflict identity, and the unseen emotional realities behind building a brand in East Africa. A raw and intimate look at success, survival, and what it really means to build something after loss.
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Cybersecurity Insider: Everything You Know About Online Security Is Wrong
In this episode of The Long Form Podcast, we sit down with Joel Kashaija, a cybersecurity insider and ethical hacker working at the frontlines of digital risk in Africa to unpack why most people, businesses, and even governments misunderstand online security. From smartphones and public Wi-Fi to VPNs, SIM cards, the dark web, and corporate cyber-espionage, this conversation cuts through myths to explain how cyber threats really work — and why Africa’s future depends on getting digital security right.
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Davido on Africa, Fame, and Why the World Only Sees Afrobeats
Davido gets real in this episode! From being young and wild to leaving the club scene, he talks about President Kagame picking him up from the airport, why he’s building a holiday home in Rwanda, and how his music makes Africa come alive. He also speaks on the West’s obsession with Afrobeats and why the world still doesn’t see African music beyond it.
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The Hidden Cost of Charcoal in Africa — with Claudia Muench
Charcoal is a normal part of daily life across Africa, yet its true cost is rarely examined. In this episode of The Long Form, Claudia Muench, CEO of Biomassters, reflects on health, climate, and power — and what it would take for Africa to move beyond charcoal.
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Joshua Baraka on Fame, Money & Longevity in African Music
Joshua Baraka on blowing up young, surviving fame, and building longevity in African music. In this episode of The Long Form, Uganda’s rising star opens up about money, pressure, purpose, and protecting his art.
We explore Uganda’s music ecosystem, the financial realities behind streaming success, and how artists can turn creativity into sustainable, generational wealth. Joshua also reflects on identity, relationships, and staying grounded in a world that constantly demands more — while offering lessons for musicians, entrepreneurs, and young Africans chasing success in any field.
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Uganda vs Rwanda: Dr. Frederick Golooba-Mutebi on Elections, Oil Money & East Africa’s Next 15 Years
Dr. Fred Golooba-Mutebi — Ugandan political scientist, columnist, researcher and member of the Buganda Kingdom’s Lukiiko — joins The Long Form for one of the most honest conversations on Uganda, Rwanda and East Africa’s political future. We break down the 2026 Ugandan elections, Museveni’s likely next term, the impact of Uganda’s oil discovery, the role of traditional kingdoms, and why Uganda and Rwanda — so similar on the surface — have evolved into completely different political cultures
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Andrew Mwenda Breaks His Silence on Museveni, Kagame & The Lies That Brought Them to the Brink
Andrew Mwenda joins The Long Form to reveal the truth behind the Uganda–Rwanda standoff, Museveni’s long-term strategy, Kagame’s leadership style, and the lies that pushed two nations to the brink. We explore regional power, misinformation, elite diplomacy, and the future of East African politics. Essential listening for anyone interested in Uganda, Rwanda, elections, journalism, governance, and Pan-African leadership.
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"Uganda Has Lost Its Common Sense"– David F.K Mpanga on Bad Leadership, Kampala Chaos & How We Fix It
In this episode David F.K. Mpanga —lawyer, and author of The Politics of Common Sense — breaks down why many African societies struggle not with resources or intelligence, but with the absence of collective reason. We discuss Kampala’s chaotic traffic, Uganda’s 2026 elections, whether democracy can deliver common-sense leadership, the cultural clash between kingdoms and modern states, citizenship, exile, and the tension between law, power and identity in Uganda and East Africa.
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NRM Must Reform or Die – Raymond Mujuni on Museveni’s Damascus Moment & Uganda’s Urban Anger
My guest this week on The Long Form is Raymond Mujuni — award-winning Ugandan journalist, Deputy Director of the African Institute for Investigative Journalism, and co-host of Grab a Coffee Podcast .
In this episode, we dive into what Uganda’s urban generation is really fighting for, Museveni, NRM, the tension between Kampala’s brunch-going elites and hustling boda-boda riders, and what that says about the future of Uganda, Rwanda and East Africa.
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Alan Kasujja Breaks His Silence: BBC Exit, General Muhoozi, Uganda’s Election & The Deepfake Crisis
Ex-BBC journalist Alan Kasujja unpacks 13 years inside one of the world’s most influential newsrooms. From the impact of deepfakes on democracy, to the hidden biases shaping Western coverage of Africa, to his personal journey back home after more than a decade abroad, Kasujja speaks with honesty and clarity.
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Can Love Survive AI? Rwandan Pastor Hassan Kibirango on God, Men & the Modern World
In this deeply personal and provocative episode of The Long Form, Pastor Hassan Kibirango — leadership coach, husband, and men’s pastor at Christian Life Assembly —explores how relationships, religion, and morality are being reshaped by the modern world.
From AI and marriage, to divorce, fatherhood, faith, and purpose, Hassan reflects on what it means to be a man, a believer, and a husband in an age of digital temptation and emotional disconnection.
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Building Real Wealth in Rwanda: Rwanda’s Capital Markets CEO on Why Land Alone Won’t Make You Rich
This week on The Long Form, I sit down with Thapelo Tsheole, the CEO of the Capital Markets Authority of Rwanda, to unpack the future of money, investment, and financial confidence in Africa. From his journey in Botswana’s stock exchange to leading Rwanda’s financial transformation, Thapelo reveals how ordinary Rwandans can participate in the capital markets, what’s holding back Africa’s financial integration, and how we can move from saving to true wealth creation.
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Are Foreign Banks Controlling Rwanda’s Future? BPR Bank CEO Patience Mutesi Responds
I sit down with Patience Mutesi, Managing Director of BPR Bank Rwanda to discuss the rise of foreign-owned banks and how telecoms are shaking up the financial sector. Patience also shares her insights on smart money habits, startup financing, and how everyday Rwandans can make better financial choices for their families and future.
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The European Hand Secretly Fueling Africa’s Deadliest War - Amb. Joseph Mutaboba Reveals ALL
In this week’s episode of The Long Form, we speak to Ambassador Joseph Mutaboba — one of Rwanda’s most experienced diplomats .
We talk about what really went wrong between Rwanda and the DRC, the quiet role Rwanda played in averting a war between Ethiopia and Eritrea, and what the future holds for peace in the region.
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Are Birth Control Pills REALLY Causing Brain Tumors? Rwanda’s First Female Neurosurgeon Speaks Out
Dr. Claire Karekezi is Rwanda’s first female neurosurgeon — one of just seven neurosurgeons serving over 14 million people.
In this compelling episode of The Long Form Podcast, she opens up about the life-and-death pressure inside the operating room, the leading causes of brain trauma in Rwanda, the role of AI and robotics in African medicine, and what it takes to keep your brain healthy. From treating stroke and accident victims to mentoring young doctors, Dr. Karekezi’s journey is a story of brilliance, resilience, and purpose.
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"I Bled Internally When Fred Rwigema Died" – Dr. Emile Rwamasirabo on Exile, War and Liberation
In this week’s episode of The Long Form, I sit down with Dr. Emile Rwamasirabo — a man whose life mirrors the turbulent history of Rwanda. Born in 1951 in Nyaruguru, he lived through the Kayibanda years, endured exile, trained as a surgeon in France, and then left a comfortable life abroad to join the Rwandan Patriotic Front (RPF) in Uganda. From the battlefields of the liberation war where he treated wounded fighters, to rebuilding Rwanda’s shattered health system and leading its biggest hospitals, Dr. Rwamasirabo shares a deeply personal and historical perspective. We talk about exile, sacrifice, state-building, and th...
Spent MILLIONS of $$$ Building a Family Home...Then Turned It Into a Luxury Hotel: Sheila Kyarisiima
This week on The Long Form, I sit down with Sheila Kyarisiima — Partner at NISK Capital, Co-Chair of Spelman Estates (owners of Silverback Mall & Pinnacle Hotel), and a member of Kenya’s National Investment Council appointed by President William Ruto.
We dive into her personal journey from Harvard and Wall Street to Kigali real estate, unpack the challenges of running luxury properties like the Pinnacle Hotel, and explore how Rwandan SMEs can raise capital beyond bank loans.
Sheila also shares her outlook on East Africa’s economic future, her insights...
Amjad Taha: Israel, Gaza, The Muslim Brotherhood Threat in Africa & The Truth Western Media Hides
My guest this week on The Long Form is Amjad Taha — one of the Arab world’s most outspoken and controversial political analysts. From Israel and Palestine to Sudan’s war, Middle Eastern influence in Africa, and the rise of extremism, Amjad doesn’t hold back.
In this unfiltered conversation, we challenge him on his support for Israel, accusations against the UAE, and what terrorism means for East Africa and Rwanda. This episode goes beyond headlines to uncover the hard truths about global power, geopolitics, and the battle for Africa’s future. #Israel #Hamas #MiddleEast
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Jay-Jay Okocha: The Money Lessons, Highs & Lows Behind Africa’s Greatest Football Magician
Augustine "Jay-Jay" Okocha is not only one of Nigeria’s greatest ever footballers — he’s one of Africa’s most gifted to ever grace the game. From dazzling stepovers in Frankfurt and PSG, to battling legends like Keane, Viera, and Gerrard in the English Premier League, Okocha carved a place in football history.
But behind the flair lies the untold story: the pressures of fame, the silence after retirement, and the hard financial lessons every African player must learn.
In this exclusive episode of The Long Form, recorded in Kigali at the SportsBiz Africa Forum, we dive in...
AI, Free Speech & Adultery in Court: Rwanda’s Top Lawyer Richard Mugisha Speaks Out
In this explosive episode of The Long Form, I sit down with Richard Mugisha, one of Rwanda’s most prominent lawyers and Senior Partner at Trust Law Chambers.
Mugisha opens up about his 20+ year legal career, the future of law in the age of AI, and his landmark 2018 petition at the Supreme Court challenging the criminalization of adultery. We also dive into the evolution of free speech in Rwanda, legal integration in East Africa, and the challenges of practicing law across borders. This is a must-watch for any...
Russia vs Ukraine: The TRUTH Africa Must Hear | Peter Zalmayev
In this explosive episode of The Long Form Podcast, I sit down with Ukrainian journalist and political commentator Peter Zalmayev, Director of the Eurasia Democracy Initiative, to unpack the Russia-Ukraine war — from its origins to its global consequences.
We discuss what drives Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelensky, the daily reality of Ukrainian civilians under bombardment, and the dangerous uncertainty of relying on the United States under Donald Trump. What does Ukraine’s war mean for Africa, Rwanda, East Africa, and the Global South? And what lessons should Afric...
The Long Form Live: Rwanda Failing Its Boys? | Alain Numa on Masculinity, Trauma & The Future of Men
In Rwanda today, girls are completing school at higher rates than boys, yet young men make up over 85% of prisoners and more than 60% of drug-related arrests. Why are boys being left behind — and what does it mean for Rwanda’s future?
In this live-recorded episode of The Long Form, I sit with Alain Numa — a former RPF liberation fighter, Pastor, and founder of Boys to Men, an initiative mentoring teenage boys into responsible men. We discuss Rwandan manhood, masculinity, trauma, fatherhood, and the urgent need to rethink how we raise boys. Is Rwanda at risk...
Why A US Developer Bet $26M on 'Brand Rwanda' | Andrew Feinstein on Kagame, Zaria Courts & Africa
What drives an American real estate developer from Denver to invest $26 million into Rwanda’s sports infrastructure?
In this episode of The Long Form, I sit down with Andrew Feinstein, the man behind Kigali’s stunning Zaria Court project in the heart of Kigali Sports City.
We explore his partnership with NBA executive Masai Ujiri, his insights into the man that is President Paul Kagame, and his bold vision to revitalize Africa’s sports complexes—from BK Arena to Amahoro Stadium—without letting them become white elephants. We also disc...
Burundi EXPOSED: Teddy Mazina on Coup Chaos, Congo War, M23 & Evariste Ndayishimiye’s Dangerous Game
In this explosive episode of The Long Form, independent photojournalist Teddy Mazina — now living in exile after fleeing Burundi in 2015 — reveals untold truths about his homeland’s political chaos.
From witnessing the failed coup against Pierre Nkurunziza to his recent trip deep into M23-controlled territory in Eastern Congo, Mazina unpacks the roots of Burundi’s crisis, the reality of life under President Évariste Ndayishimiye, and why the conflict in the DRC could reshape the entire Great Lakes region.
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"Are Elite Schools Deepening Inequality in Rwanda"? | Ntare Louisenlund's Damien Vassallo Speaks Out
This week on The Long Form, I speak with Damien Vassallo, the Head of School and CEO of Ntare Louisenlund International School, one of Rwanda’s most elite and forward-thinking institutions. From his journey as an American educator to his role shaping education in Bugesera, Rwanda we explore the stark realities of academic inequality, the challenges of transitioning students from local schools, and the high cost of quality education in a low-income country.
We also tackle Rwanda’s education reforms, the mindsets educators are trying to shift — and why some teachers are terrified of AI in the classr...
“Africa Will NEVER Develop Without Nuclear Power” – Dr. Lassina Zerbo (Ex-PM of Burkina Faso)
This week on The Long Form, I sit down with Dr. Lassina Zerbo — former Prime Minister of Burkina Faso and current Chairman of the Rwanda Atomic Energy Board. In this high-stakes conversation, we explore why Dr. Zerbo believes that Africa’s development depends on nuclear energy — and why Rwanda is betting big on atomic power.
We also discuss his brief but historic tenure as PM, the legacy of Thomas Sankara, the geopolitical risk of nuclear conflict, and the role of African innovation in the global energy transition.
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Caroline Mutoko: Africa Doesn’t Need Aid, It Needs Audacity
This week on The Long Form, I sit down with Caroline Mutoko, a legendary voice in African media and a fearless advocate for women’s leadership and bold African futures.
From ruling Kenya’s airwaves to redefining what female power looks like in public spaces, Caroline shares the costs of being an unapologetic woman in media, why she walked away at the height of her power, and whether digital creators can surpass traditional media’s influence. We unpack what “African audacity” looks like in 2025, how Kenyans and Rwandans can learn from each other, and what the future...
Life After Sauti Sol: Fancy Fingers on Music, Identity, Family & Africa’s Sound
This week on The Long Form, I sit down with Polycarp Otieno, aka Fancy Fingers, guitarist, composer, and ¼ of the award-winning Kenyan supergroup Sauti Sol.
We explore what’s next for Polycarp now that Sauti Sol has ended, how he is navigating life after global tours and fame, and whether East Africa truly has a culture and sound that unites it. We also unpack what makes Kenyan music special, the rise of Rwandan music, and whether African artists should chase “going global” or stay rooted in authentic artistry.
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Is African Conservation Just Neo-Colonialism in Disguise? I Kaddu Sebunya, CEO of AWF, Speaks Out
This week on The Long Form, I sit down with Kaddu Sebunya, CEO of the African Wildlife Foundation, to explore Africa’s wildlife future and the uncomfortable questions surrounding conservation on our continent.
We discuss Kaddu’s journey from Idi Amin’s Uganda to leading one of the world’s largest conservation organizations, the looming extinction crisis for Africa’s elephants, gorillas, and rhinos, the struggle for conservation funding in a world prioritizing war over nature, and whether modern conservation is just another form of neo-colonialism.
We also unpack the tough trade-offs: Should precious land in places...
