18. Leo Igwe on New Future for Freethought, Atheism and Humanism in Africa

"We should acknowledge that humanism is something that beats in the heart of every human being"  Dr Leo Igwe

This week James, Lola & AJ are joined by legendary human rights activist, Leo Igwe. We discuss the merits of Darwin Day, Leo's decades of campaigning for freethought and against superstition and Leo's vision for a new future for atheism and humanism in Africa.

Episode references

• Guardian; How should we address Charles Darwin's complicated legacy?
• JC Candnedo; Tai Solarin Day
• HUK: Humanists highlight Rwanda bill flaws
• HUK: MPs raise Mubarak Bala case 
• HI: Free Mubarak Bala Campaign

Leo Igwe

• @LeoIgwe
• Humanist Association of Nigeria
• Advocacy for Alleged Witches (AfAW)
• critTHINK.africa
• TED; Why I Choose Humanism Over Faith
• FOTR: Nigeria

Upcoming events:

• Association of Black Humanists
• Central London Humanists
• Humanists International

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