Since March 2020, It’s a Continent has been educating and entertaining listeners across 120 countries. Through each episode the hosts explore key historical moments which have shaped the African continent, in an easily digestible, satirical (and shady) format.
There has been a deficit when it comes to learning about African history and understanding why the continent is the way it is today. It’s a Continent goes beyond traditional ‘comfort zones’ of taught history by appreciating the identity of each African nation. Africa has a rich history which standard curriculums have failed to appreciate, and It’s a Continent exists to rectify this by providing listeners with a starting point to understanding Africa’s history.
The voices behind It’s a Continent
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Chinny Ukata
Chinny identifies as British-Nigerian. She was born in the UK and spent her formative years in Southend-On-Sea, Essex. She enjoyed history at school, however, a lot of the content taught only scratched the surface when it came to black history. Chinny’s discontent with why she was only just continuing to ‘discover’ Britain’s involvement in Biafra and other foreign policy issues in Africa led her to agree to form It’s a Continent podcast with her co-host and friend, Astrid.
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Astrid Madimba
Astrid was born in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and grew up in the UK. She identifies as British and Congolese but has struggled with connecting to her African heritage, having lived in the UK most of her life. Astrid’s search for a greater connection to her African heritage led to the formation of It’s a Continent. This podcast seeks to support others in their search for a better understanding of African history.