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My African Aesthetic

39 episodesLatest Apr 29, 2026
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This podcast is part of My African Aesthetic. On this Podcast, we shed light on the central and important roles Africans themselves have had, have and will have in creating sustainable neighborhoods and communities around the globe. Our work centers African Aesthetics, African design philosophy and placemaking. We do this through dialogue, project work, research, documentation and education. This podcast features thoughtful, constructive and reflective conversations with architects, artists, curators, designers, creatives, activists, innovators, community leaders and African design enthusiasts. We hope this podcast helps you expand and deepen your knowledge on African aesthetics, African design philosophy and placemaking and its role in creating inclusive and sustainable communities in Africa and beyond. https://www.myafricanaesthetic.com/

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  1. 3.1. Ibrahim Elhayawan: Egypt. Norway

    In this episode ,we talk to Ibrahim Elhayawan, an architect born and raised in Cairo, Egypt.  He takes us through his career journey ; from his early days in Egypt, to his 12 years…

    S3 E253:22
  2. Reflections on Season 2_Eunice Nanzala Schumacher and Penina Acayo Laker

    On this episode; co-hosts; Eunice N Schumacher and Penina Acayo Laker start off  this seasons recap  on a high note and share highlights and lessons learned from  an amazing group…

    31:41
  3. 2.6. Henry Mainsah: Cameroon. Norway

    Henry Mainsah is a Research Professor, media and design scholar at the Institute for Consumption Research at the Oslo Metropolitan University in Norway (OsloMet). He is originally…

    S2 E601:07:49
  4. 2.5. Tapiwa Matsinde: Zimbabwe. England

    Tapiwa Matsinde is an author, an independent curator, a content creator, a design consultant and design business mentor. Storytelling is at the heart of what she does. She draws a…

    S2 E554:11
  5. 2.4. Ateh Nkem Atabong: Cameroon. Norway

    In this episode, we chat with Ateh Nkem Atabong, a pharmacist and business development expert originally from Cameroon, now based in Norway. Ateh has a strong connection to Africa…

    S2 E401:02:07
  6. 2.3. Ateh Nkem Atabong: Cameroon. Norway

    In this episode, we chat with Ateh Nkem Atabong, a pharmacist and business development expert originally from Cameroon, now based in Norway. Ateh has a strong connection to Africa…

    S2 E354:44
  7. 2.2. Jesse Tukacungurwa: Uganda

    Architect Jesse Tukacungurwa is a Registered Architect, with over 15 years of experience in building projects design, project management and supervision. He is the director of desi…

    S2 E239:14
  8. 2.1. Tosin Oshinowo: England. Nigeria

    Tosin Oshinowo is a Nigerian architect, Designer, Creative Entrepreneur, Culture Enthusiast, History Junkie & Mummy. Tosin holds a Bachelor's degree in Architecture from Kingston U…

    S2 E147:59
  9. Reflections on Season 1_Eunice and Penina

    After such a rich first season, Eunice and Penina (co-hosts) sit down and reflect upon key themes such as: the role of identity and knowing ones heritage when designing in the Afri…

    S1 E1123:47
  10. 1.10. Jude Yaw Agboada: Ghana. USA

    Jude Yaw Agboada is a visual communication designer, educator and branding expert from Ghana. He currently resides in St. Louis, Missouri and teaches communication design at the Sa…

    S1 E1001:11:02
  11. 1.9. Jude Yaw Agboada: Ghana. USA

    Jude Yaw Agboada is a visual communication designer, educator and branding expert from Ghana. He currently resides in St. Louis, Missouri and teaches communication design at the Sa…

    S1 E944:04
  12. 1.8. Doreen Adengo (RIP) : USA. Uganda

    Doreen Adengo is an Architect based in Kampala, Uganda where she runs an architectural firm called Adengo architecture. Much of Doreen’s work is focused on communicating the value…

    S1 E839:45
  13. 1.7. Abigail Turinayo: Uganda

    Abigail Turinayo thrives on Creativity! As a practicing fine artist, who then studied architecture from Makerere University in Kampala Uganda, worked and lived in both Europe and A…

    S1 E751:15
  14. 1.6. Abigail Turinayo: Uganda

    Abigail thrives on Creativity! As a practicing fine artist, who then studied architecture from Makerere University in Kampala Uganda, worked and lived in both Europe and Africa, sh…

    S1 E641:36
  15. 1.5. Mugendi K. M'RITHAA: Kenya

    In this episode, Prof. Mugendi K. M’Rithaa reflects on his time as president of the World Design Organization and his passion for mentoring young African designers, inspired by the…

    S1 E533:08
  16. 1.4. Mugendi K. M'RITHAA: Kenya

    In this episode, we’ll be diving into the work of Prof. Mugendi K. M’Rithaa, a transdisciplinary industrial designer with a focus on socially conscious design. Prof. M’Rithaa has t…

    S1 E438:52
  17. 1.3. Laverne Wyatt: South Africa. Norway

    In this episode we chat with Laverne Wyatt, a graphic communications manager, author, social entrepreneur and African design enthusiast from Durban, South Africa. Laverne shares wi…

    E301:08:54
  18. 1.2. Dr. Kenneth Ssemwogerere: Uganda

    Dr. Kenneth Ssemwogerere talks about transitioning from architecture school into professional architectural practice—being trusted to be the resident architect of Uganda’s new Stat…

    S1 E248:14
  19. 1.1. Dr. Kenneth Ssemwogerere: Uganda

    In this episode, Dr. Kenneth Ssemogerere; a Registered and Practicing Ugandan Architect, Educator, Project manager and Founder of SASA Innovation Design Center talks about his upbr…

    S1 E120:48
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