Congolive is a weekly radio show, providing listeners with views and news from the richest and mostly forgotten country in the heart of Africa showcasing the cultural strengths and beauty of Congolese people revealing the richness of the land and its people. The show is aired on WOL Baltimore, every saturday (1 pm Central, 2 pm Eastern - US time). It is hosted by Patricia Lokwa and Kambale Musavuli. #CongoLive. Call-in details: +1 410-481-1010 Toll-free Call-In: +1 877-704-1010
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Long time Congolese opposition leader Etienne Tshisekedi Wa Mulumba passed away on Wednesday, February 1st at the age of 84. The congolive team produced a show to help our listener know who he was.Our guest, Dr. Nzongola Ntalaja, a professor of African, African-American, and diaspora studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a …
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Tom Perriello – Prospect for Peace and Stability in the Congo
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On this episode of Congo Live, US Special Envoy Tom Perriello joined us to discuss his work as an envoy for the past 18 months and some anecdotal stories on his experience in central Africa. We will also discuss U.S. policy in the region, respect for constitutions, and opening of political space in the Great Lakes region in Africa and beyond. With …
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Samuel Yagase: Building Self-Sufficient Communities
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Our #CongoLive guest for this episode is Samuel Yagase, a community leader in Isangi, a town northeast of Congo. He shared with us how his community is organized for self-sufficiency right in the heart of Africa.This show aired on December 10, 2016.BioSamuel Yagase is a key player in mobilizing rural communities for local development mainly in Tola…
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Ndona Nkembi Nyomo - Career and Destiny: Understanding the Finance Sector and Being Congolese woman
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This episode had as a guest Ms. Ndona Nkembi Nyomo, the President and Founder of Festival Congo, Inc. She shared with #CongoLive hosts and listeners her career in the financial sector, her passion for the arts, her perspective on the role of women in the transformation of Congo and also the work she is doing for the Congo Festival which takes place…
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Remembrance: A tribute to Congolese Musical Pioneers
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REMEMBRANCE is a special program in which CongoLive pays tribute to departed pioneers of Congolese culture, arts and music. This Saturday the tribute is for those who have influenced Congo from the third generation of music to 2016. We'll be playing their legendary hits, From Shaba Kahamba, Bimi Ombale, Likinga Redo to Emeneya Kester. The significa…
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A life of service and leadership in the face of adversity: Michel Dzaringa
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Congo Live interviews Michel Dzaringa, a member of the US military, a father and a Congolese American leader striving to inspire Congolese youth to take control of their country’s destiny. Mr. Michel Dzaringa is currently serving as a reservist in the Maryland National Guard 244th Engineering Company and pursuing his education in Public Safety Admi…
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Congo’s Role in Saving Planet Earth A conversation with Dr. Tongele
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Dr. Tongele N.Tongele, a native of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and a reknown scientist. He holds a doctorate in mechanical engineering. And teaches mechanical engineering at Southern Illinois University Edwarsville and The Catholic University of America.In his recent book, “Rise and Shine: Resilient People and Immense Resources in th…
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PAPA WEMBA! Congo Live pays tribute to a Congolese icon and the "King of Rumba", musical pioneer Papa Wemba.Learn about the impact of his music world wide, his innovative rhythms and sounds that set the stage for a new era in the time of Zaire to what we know now as The Democratic Republic of Congo. May your soul rest in peace.…
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Claude Gatebuke: A Purpose-Driven Life in the face of adversity
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Claude Gatebuke is a Rwandan genocide survivor, a Civil War survivor, and Human Rights advocate. He is the Executive Director and Co-Founder of the African Great Lakes Action Network (AGLAN); an organization focused on justice, peace and prosperity in the Great Lakes Region of Africa, based in Nashville, TN. He is also a member of the African Great…
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Part 2 - A panafrican struggle to free to the Congo: From Accra to Kinshasa with Nii Akuetteh
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Our Congo Live guest, Nii Akuetteh who has spent decades monitoring, analyzing and teaching international relations, with special emphases on African affairs and how global issues and actors--especially the US--impact Africa. His ultimate goal: to produce significant positive change in these Africa-impacting policies and processes.To this end, Nii …
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A panafrican struggle to free to the Congo : From Accra to Kinshasa with Nii Akuetteh
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Our Congo Live guest, Nii Akuetteh who has spent decades monitoring, analyzing and teaching international relations, with special emphases on African affairs and how global issues and actors--especially the US--impact Africa. His ultimate goal: to produce significant positive change in these Africa-impacting policies and processes.To this end, Nii …
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How to Reform the Democratic Republic of the Congo A conversation Dr. Noel K. Tshiani Muadiamvita
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On this episode of Congo Live Congolese economist Noel K. Tshiani Muadiamvita discusses his proposed "Marshall Plan" for the Congo.- On January 22, 2016, an article written by Congolese economist Noel K. Tshiani Muadiamvita was published in The TIME titled “How to Reform the Democratic Republic of the Congo.” In it, Tshiani argues that Congo needs …
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The Legacy of Zaire - A conversation with Nzanga Mobutu
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On this episode of Congolive, we were blessed to have with us in the studio a very special guest, Nzanga Mobutu, the son of the late Congolese president Mobutu Sese Seko.Being in the public life since birth, Nzanga took us on a journey to get a glimpse of his life as a political leader, an art collector and a father.BioNzanga Mobutu is the oldest s…
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Pitchou Malaba: Can the Cheetah Generation Make a Difference in Africa?
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On this episode of Congo Live, our guest Pitchou Malaba discusses how Africa can rise with much of its intellectual capital outside of the continent. He explains how the sons and daughters of Africa living outside the continent ca return to rebuild their home. As part of the Cheetah Generation, he believes the African youth can make a difference in…
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Ntal Alimasi: Capacity Development and Governance
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This episode brought our expert guest Ntal Alimasi to discuss ways Congolese and its government could engage in creating mechanisms for accountability and strong governance.Ntal Alimasi is a Capacity Development and Governance Consultant, and has worked with academia, the private sector, government and international organizations, including AFRICAR…
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Rev. Dr. Joan R. Harrell: The African American connection to the Congo
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This Congolive episode focused on exploring the intersection between the African American community in the US and the Congo. It discussed the historical ties that exist with black missionaries who came to the Congo in the late 1800s, 30 years after the Emancipation proclamation by Abraham Lincoln. It also delved into the current state of black Amer…
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Eric Ndelo: DRC ApeParel "We are cool and the Conscious"
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This CongoLive episode focused on a retrospective look in the life of young Congolese entrepreneur Eric Ndelo. This young man and his team have been building a fashion empire they call DRC Apeparel focusing on creating products that raise consciousness about Africa and connect in breaking cultural barriers.Fashion is often seen as a reflection of s…
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Marie Claire Faray: The History of Congolese Women's Resistance from Past to Present
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This #CongoLive episode featured Marie Claire Faray, one of the most active and inspiring Congolese women working for change in Congo. It focused on looking at the history of Congolese women’s resistance from Kimpa Vita to the women network of Common Cause UK.Marie Claire Faray, a Congolese mother of two beautiful daughters, is a Postgraduate Medic…
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Georges Nzongola-Ntalaja: The Legacy of Patrice Lumumba
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Dr. Georges Nzongola-Ntalaja is professor of African and Afro-American studies at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and author of "The Congo from Leopold to Kabila: A People's History" and last year of two new books - "Lumumba" and "Faillite de la Gouvernance et crise de la construction nationale au Congo-Kinshasa." Who was Patrice Lu…
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Kristof Bilsen: Making the Elephant's Dream
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This episode of Congolive looks into the career of Belgian filmmaker Kristof Bilsen and his journey into making a film on the Congo.BioKristof Bilsen (director/DOP/producer) completed a filmmaking BA in Brussels and his Masters at the National Film & TV School (UK). Aside his film practice, he works as cinematographer, editor and director for the p…
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Nyenemo Sanguma: Realizing Congo's Agricultural Potential
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This episode of Congolive brings a young Congolese entrepreneur, Nyenemo Sanguma, to discuss how his organization has been able to help over 300 farmers in the Equateur province in D.R. Congo to bring their produce to the market.Guest Bio:Nyenemo Sanguma was born in the D.R. Congo and moved to the USA at the age of 14. After having earned a master'…
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Dédy Mbepongo Bilamba: Writing Our History One Book at A Time
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Born in Kinshasa (Congo) in May 1976, Dédy Mbepongo Bilamba is a second child in a family of 4. He grew up in the rough neighborhood of Grigny La Grande-Borne project, in Suburban Paris (France), an experience that has helped him understand the struggle of marginalized communities. After graduating in Human sciences from Paris XII University, he st…
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Ghislaine Sabiti: An interdisciplinary Congolese-born artist
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Ghislaine Sabiti, an interdisciplinary Congolese-born artist who was raised on the outskirts of Paris in France. She was introduced to art at a very young age. At twelve years old she studied fine art at Atelier Chantier du Coq and graduated with honors in fashion design from Atelier Chardon Savard in Paris, France. She highlights the technical for…
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The Legend of an African Music Giant: Franco Luambo Makiadi' s
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The Legend of an African Music Giant: Franco Luambo Makiadi' s Revolution In Music: Franco pioneered and popularized Rumba style in the 1950’s, 1960's, 1970’s and 1980's."The African Music Giant" well known as Franco Luambo Makiadi was one of the most celebrated and innovative African musicians in the history of 20th century music in Africa. With a…
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A conversation with Congolese journalist and filmmaker: Sarah M. Kazadi
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A conversation with Congolese journalist and filmmaker Sarah M. Kazadi based in New York City. Her work has been featured in the NYTimes, CBS Sports, Newsweek and other news outlets.Sarah has spent the last few years reporting and producing news stories in the United States, Haiti, Italy, Brazil and her homeland of the Democratic Republic of the Co…
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Kiripi Katembo Siku - The Legacy of A Congolese Photographer
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IN MEMORIAM: KIRIPI KATEMBO SIKU AN ACCLAIMED CONGOLESE PHOTOGRAPHER, PAINTER AND A FILM PRODUCER HAS LEFT BEHIND A BRILLIANT LEGACY.- A special tribute to the Congolese photographer, painter, and film producer Kiripi Katembo Siku who has died on August 5, 2015 at a young age of 36 in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo. We will talk about h…
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Emerging African Young Professionals: Naomi Yané
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"Emerging African Young Professionals: A conversation between CongoLive's Patricia Lokwa and a New York 1 TV Personality, Naomi Yane."Naomi Yane joined NY1 as a traffic reporter in July of 2010. She previously worked as a traffic producer with Metro Networks/Shadow Traffic at WCBS-TV. Prior to that, she interned as a reporter and writer at the Unit…
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Gender issues in agriculture in DRC and across Africa: Dr. Annie Kinwa-Muzinga
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This Congo Live episode focuses on gender issues in agriculture in DRC and across Africa, and our guest Dr. Annie Kinwa-Muzinga discusses the role of women's organizations in empowering rural women across the continent. Dr. Kinwa-Muzinga is a renowned author, scholar, and lecturer,द्वारा Congo Live
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Consulting For Global Businesses With Kulya Nzogu
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This Congo Live episode features opportunity in ?Congo? and across the continent in the areas of business, technology, politics, and art. Our guest, Mr. Ngozu Kulya, is a Congolese businessman, analyst, and art collector based in the Washington, DC area. Mr. Kulya specializes in topics such as Sino-African relations, African governance, African art…
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Passion for Congo: A Conversation with Roger Muntu
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Congo Live invited the creator and the host of the very successful radio show RM SHOW on Voice of America in Washington, DC, Mr. Roger Muntu.The show was a conversation with this very warm, funny, open and positively dynamic international radio and TV personality. A multi-talented star born and raised in the Congo, Roger Muntu shared with the Congo…
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Beyond Africa: The Presence and Influence of the Kongo Kingdom in the Americas! Part 2
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Professor Dawson shares more in this episode about the ways that ??Kongo? culture continues to influence life in the global Congolese diaspora! Professor C. Daniel Dawson joined Congo Live for another informative journey into the traditions of the ancient Kongo Kingdom that manifest in contemporary traditions in the Americas.…
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Becoming a US Citizen: The Journey of Regina Bakala
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This Congo Live episode features the inspiring story of Mrs. Regina Bakala, a Congolese mother of two whose story inspires us all to stay faithful in time of adversity.Mrs. Bakala shares with us how she ended up in jail awaiting to be deported back to Congo and how her community fought for her to stay in this country. She is now a US citizen since …
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Beyond Africa: The Presence and Influence of the Kongo Kingdom in the Americas! Part 1
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Professor Dawson shared with Congo Live audience how to learn more about Kongo culture and ancient influences on today's diaspora in the Americas. He addressed the following topic: ?BEYOND AFRICA?: The Presence and Influence of the Kongo Kingdom in the Americas!द्वारा Congo Live
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The Role of Congolese Women in Peace Building Featuring Muadi Mukenge
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Today's show features Muadi Mukenge, Program Director for Sub-Saharan Africa at the Global Fund for Women. Muadi's work focuses on female leadership in conflict resolution and empowerment for rural women.द्वारा Congo Live
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A Conversation With Congolese Writer and Poet JJ Bola
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Congolive engages JJ Bola, London-based poet, educator, and speaker in a wide-ranging discussion on culture, history, politics and the Congolese Diaspora in the UK. Much of Bola's work focuses on his origins in the DR Congo and experiences of migration and otherness-but also of hope, and humanity. “What is most striking about JJ Bola is his ability…
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Keeping Congo Alive: A Congolese journey from the Motherland to America
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Today's show discussed the Congolese diaspora experience and highlight ways that Congolese immigrants continue to make a lasting impact on their communities in the United States, in their native Congo, and across the globe.द्वारा Congo Live
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Skin Bleaching: Psychological Legacy of Colonialism in Africa
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On Wednesday May 6, 2015, the government of Cote d'Ivoire banned skin-whitening creams citing health risks caused by the use of these creams. This has generated much-needed discussion around the use of these creams on the African continent and in the diaspora.Our guest, Dr. Anne Lihau-N’kanza, a Congolese surgeon trained in Trauma and critical care…
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Made in Congo: From Kinshasa to Broadway: Sabrina Moella
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This Saturday, Congolese cultural worker, Sabrina Moella joined us. She is the creator of the remarkable one-woman play "Made in Congo: From Kinshasa to Broadway." We discussed her career as an artist and how Congolese are making a difference in their communities.Sabrina Moella is a writer, a performer, a producer and a filmmaker based in Toronto. …
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Voices from the Past - Our Connections to Wisdom Lubangi Muniania
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We celebrate our mothers and the ancestral wisdom of the Congo going through generations of women leaders such as Kimpa Vita, Mama Onema, Sophie Kanza and many more. Mr. Lubangi Muniania was our special guest for today's show.द्वारा Congo Live
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James L Hope: Black Lives Matter - from Baltimore to the Congo
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James L. Hope joins Congo Live! to discuss his time in the Congo and the current situation in Baltimore. He was also in the Congo in the 1960s and kept the tradition alive of supporting liberation movement on the African continent. We will also discuss current affairs in Baltimore.Bio:James L. Hope is the International Advisor of the African Scient…
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Dr Yvonne Seon - From Washington to the Congo: How I met Lumumba
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Dr Yvonne Seon - From Washington to the Congo: How I met Lumumba by Congo Liveद्वारा Congo Live
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