Dipo Faloyin

Canada’s PM Justin Trudeau has claimed agents of the government of India orchestrated an assassination on Canadian soil. The killing of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar has led to a terse back and forth between the two nations. Plus, we take a look at the latest chapter in the Azerbaijan and Armenia conflict. And, why are so many former French colonies revolting across Africa? Chris Jones is joined by Dipo Faloyin, senior editor at Vice and author of ‘Africa is not a country’ and Laurence Broers, associate fellow at Chatham House’s Russia and Eurasia Programme, to get you up to speed on the biggest stories from around the world. "Canada wouldn’t make an allegation like this if they didn’t have solid proof.” — Dipo Faloyin "The Ukraine conflict has provided Azerbaijan with perfect cover for these military operations.” — Laurence Broers "Macron and the French government ignored the warning signs of civil unrest in their former colonies.” — Dipo Faloyin www.patreon.com/bunkercastThis week's sponsor is the Disorder Podcast - listen here: https://linktr.ee/disorderpodWritten and presented by Chris Jones with Dipo Faloyin. Producer: Liam Tait. Audio editor: Simon Williams. Production assistant: Adam Wright. Managing editor: Jacob Jarvis. Music by Kenny Dickinson. Group Editor: Andrew Harrison. THE BUNKER is a Podmasters Production.Instagram | Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dipo Faloyin, Vice Senior Editor and author of "Africa Is Not A Country", shares insights on the rich complexity of African identities, challenging stereotypes. Lea Ypi, a political theory professor, recounts her upbringing in Albania during the fall of communism, weaving personal narratives with reflections on freedom. Food writer Melissa Thompson dives into Jamaican cuisine, discussing its cultural significance and the interplay of identity within the diaspora. Together, they explore how diverse stories shape our understanding of culture and heritage.

Dipo Faloyin, a journalist and writer at Vice, discusses his book, Africa Is Not A Country, which challenges common misconceptions about Africa's diverse cultures and identities. He highlights the continent's richness, from its 2,000 languages to its varied political landscapes. Faloyin critiques oversimplified narratives in media and underscores the importance of nuanced discussions that reflect Africa's complexities. The conversation also touches on the role of artists and the urgency of decolonizing educational curriculums to foster understanding.