Emmanuel Akinwotu

Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR's West Africa correspondent, shares his firsthand experiences from Sudan, where war has displaced 12 million and caused 150,000 deaths. He recounts gripping stories of survival, like a family living on flour and water while hiding from violence. The podcast highlights the stark contrast between the suffering in hospitals and the resilience of healthcare workers amid chaos. Akinwotu emphasizes the lack of global attention on this humanitarian crisis, calling it a 'forgotten war' that desperately needs awareness.

In this engaging discussion, Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR's West Africa correspondent, and Lenval Ashley Skiers, a Canadian of Jamaican descent now living in Ghana, explore the Pan-African Village initiative. They dive into the emotional journey of reconnecting with ancestral roots, the allure of affordable living, and the tensions between diaspora settlers and local Ghanaians. Akinwotu highlights the economic struggles in Ghana, while Skiers shares his transformative experience. Together, they unravel the complex identity and privilege dynamics within this rapidly evolving community.

Emmanuel Akinwotu, NPR's correspondent, shares firsthand insights from Sudan, where violence has uprooted 12 million people. He vividly describes the human toll, focusing on the devastation in Amdurman as residents confront chaos and destruction. Amidst the despair, the resilience of the Sudanese shines through, with inspiring tales of individuals rebuilding their lives and community kitchens emerging to support those affected. Akinwotu captures both the heartbreak and hope in a country grappling with one of the world's worst displacement crises.