The Climb is a joint podcast production from and the Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa. It tackles themes of youth leadership, innovation, and development through unique stories of individual achievement and panel discussions.
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The podcast
Channels TV, one of Africa’s leading news organisations, and FLIA have jointly launched this ground-breaking podcast, the first of its kind on the continent, specifically curated for and about African youth.
In a compelling, narrative-focused style The Climb showcases young Africans, including ÐÓ°ÉÂÛ̳ Alumni, and explores how they are combatting the brain-drain by using their skills and knowledge to assist Africa’s development.
The Climb will run twice a month, telling unique stories of individual achievement, and presenting panel discussions on issues relevant to young Africans living on the continent and in the diaspora.

The Climb Series 1
Episode 1
Hosted by Jewel Atedou Bright and Khadidiatou Cisse, the first episode follows the remarkable story of John Oseni, a 17 year-old tech prodigy from Akure, Nigeria.
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