Africa is a continent, and we’re here to prove it. Join hosts Chinny and Astrid as we uncover key moments in African history that have shaped the continent, one nation at a time. Our episodes are bite-sized, perfect for history lovers and curious minds.
As featured on BBC, The Guardian and proud winners of Independent Podcast of the Year, we're making African history accessible to all.
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Africa is a continent, and we’re here to prove it. Join hosts Chinny and Astrid as we uncover key moments in African history that have shaped the continent, one nation at a time. Our episodes are bite-sized, perfect for history lovers and curious minds.
As featured on BBC, The Guardian and proud winners of Independent Podcast of the Year, we're making African history accessible to all.
Follow us on IG: @itsacontinentpod, X: @itsacontinent, and explore more at itsacontinent.com. Love what you hear? Support us at Buy Me a Coffee
During Belgium’s colonial rule, mixed-heritage children were branded a 'problem' by the authorities, taken from their families, and forced into an uncertain future. This episode explores their experiences, the lasting impact of these policies, and the ongoing fight for recognition and reparations.
Sources For Further Reading
https://www.aljazeera.com/features/2021/2/3/the-children-colonial-belgium-stole-from-africa
King Leopold’s Ghost by Adam Hochschild
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/history/shattered-the-youngest-victims-of-belgian-rule-still-seeking-justice-decades-later-180981813/
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/dec/01/mixed-race-kidnappings-belgian-congo-belgium
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We're on Buy me a Coffee too: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/itsacontinent
Visit our website: itsacontinent.com
Artwork by Margo Designs: https://margosdesigns.myportfolio.com
Music provided by Free Vibes: https://goo.gl/NkGhTg
Warm Nights by Lakey Inspired: https://soundcloud.com/lakeyinspired/...
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It's a Continent
Africa is a continent, and we’re here to prove it. Join hosts Chinny and Astrid as we uncover key moments in African history that have shaped the continent, one nation at a time. Our episodes are bite-sized, perfect for history lovers and curious minds.
As featured on BBC, The Guardian and proud winners of Independent Podcast of the Year, we're making African history accessible to all.
Follow us on IG: @itsacontinentpod, X: @itsacontinent, and explore more at itsacontinent.com. Love what you hear? Support us at Buy Me a Coffee
