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The Long Form Podcast

LF MEDIA

137 episodes

1 day ago

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. Consider supporting this podcast via our Momo...

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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. Consider supporting this podcast via our Momo...

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Episodes (20/137)

The Long Form Podcast

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. Consider supporting this podcast via our Momo...

1 day ago

1 hour 14 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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. Consider supporting this podcast via our Momo code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250 795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya.com

1 week ago

1 hour 28 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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. Consider supporting this podcast via our Mo...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 39 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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. Consider supporting this p...

3 weeks ago

1 hour 27 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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. Consider supporting this podcast via our Momo code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250 795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sa...

4 weeks ago

1 hour 27 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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. Consider supporting this podcast via our Momo code 95462 or directly to our phone number: +250 795462739 Visit Sanny Ntayombya's Official Website: https://sannyntayombya...

1 month ago

2 hours 12 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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 s...

1 month ago

2 hours 5 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

"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 hos...

1 month ago

3 hours 41 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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. S...

1 month ago

1 hour 37 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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 globa...

2 months ago

1 hour 23 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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 excl...

2 months ago

1 hour 17 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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 ...

2 months ago

2 hours 1 minute

The Long Form Podcast

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 f...

2 months ago

1 hour 34 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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, fatherh...

3 months ago

1 hour 47 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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—wi...

3 months ago

1 hour 6 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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 ...

3 months ago

1 hour 25 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

"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 re...

3 months ago

1 hour 39 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

“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 gl...

4 months ago

2 hours 32 minutes

The Long Form Podcast

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 202...

4 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

The Long Form Podcast

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 ...

4 months ago

1 hour 21 minutes