Season 3 Podcast
Episodes
Join Taaka Awori, a seasoned and dynamic host with a deep passion for leadership development, as she engages in thought-provoking conversations with visionary leaders, trailblazers, and change-makers from various industries and sectors. Through compelling interviews, Taaka sheds light on the unique challenges, triumphs, and innovative approaches that define leadership in Africa today.
S3 Ep 12: Leadership Landmines – 5 Triggers That Test Every Leader’s Patience (Taaka, Robert and Gillian)
What really burns leaders out? Not workload. Not pressure. But 5 invisible triggers hiding in plain sight. Tune in now for real talk, real solutions, and leadership insights.
S3 Ep 11: Leadership and Artificial Intelligence with Dr. Gillian Hammah & Taaka Awori
AI is everywhere. Confused or curious about AI? Here’s what every leader needs to know.
S3 Ep 10: Leadership in Flux: Africa's Human Rights & Democracy Journey. (Bonolo Makgale)
This episode features a critical and timely conversation on the state of leadership, democracy, and human rights in Africa. Our guest, Bonolo Makgale unpacks why, despite formal democratic processes, the system is failing to deliver for the very people it claims to serve, leading to widespread disillusionment and deep political dissatisfaction.
S3 Ep 9: Authentic Leadership - Leading from a place of being true to who you are (Taaka and Robert)
S3 Ep 8: Courageous Reform: Inside the Politics of Institutional Change | Judy Obitre-Gama
What does it take to reform powerful institutions from the inside, and keep your integrity intact? Judy’s story from Uganda reveals the courage, grit, and grace behind real change.
S3 Ep 7: The next generation of leaders: what millennials and Gen Z expect (Robert, Priscilla & Razak)
Do you want to understand what the next generation of leaders truly expects, and how to bridge the generational gap in today’s workplaces? Join Robert Akoto Amoafo, Razak Adams, and Priscilla Annor, as they share what the next generation of leaders expect in leadership, and what needs to change for workplaces to truly thrive.
S3 Ep 6: Where Does Your Food Come From? – Women’s Leadership in Agriculture & Development (Dr. Thelma Awori)
Ever wonder where your food REALLY comes from? Join Taaka Awori and her mother, Dr. Thelma Awori, a renowned feminist, development expert, and former UN Assistant Secretary General in this captivating episode of Leadership in Africa Redefined.
S3 Ep 5: Boundaries Every Leader Should Maintain to Maintain Their Sanity (Taaka and Robert)
In this empowering episode, they unpack Self-boundaries (How to manage your thoughts and emotions as a leader),
Interpersonal boundaries (The art of holding others accountable without burning bridges), Organisational boundaries (Staying true to your mission in the face of external pressures).
They also share practical principles for effective boundary-setting.
S3 Ep 4: Corruption & Accountability - How Can African Leaders Restore Trust? (Taaka Awori & Daniel Domelevo)
This episode will challenge everything you thought you knew about leadership, corruption, and your role in driving change.You’ll discover: The hidden mechanisms that perpetuate corruption, Why good leadership is Africa’s most critical missing resource, Practical strategies citizens can demand accountability, Personal stories that will challenge your perception of leadership.
S3 Ep 3: Leadership Transitions (Taaka Awori and Gillian Hammah)
In this insightful episode of Leadership in Africa Redefined, they share powerful insights and practical strategies to help you: Identify critical signs for knowing when to quit; Understand the reluctance to leave and overcome emotional attachments; and Develop concrete strategies for a graceful exit, including succession planning and open communication.
S3 Ep 2: Unlocking Africa's Potential: Leadership Strategies for Sustainable Growth and Development
In this episode, host Taaka Awori speaks with Yaw Nsarkoh, a renowned Pan-African leader, coach, and former Executive Vice President at Unilever, about how better leadership can drive real progress across the continent.
S3 Ep 1: Why leadership training is broken and why we need to fix it (Taaka, Robert, Gillian)
Too often, leadership development programs in Africa rely on Western models that don’t fully reflect the continent’s realities. While traditional training methods have their merits, they often fail to address Africa’s unique challenges and opportunities. Our expert guests highlight the urgent need for Africentric leadership models, moving beyond one-size-fits-all approaches that don’t resonate locally.