Veteran Journalists Waweru Njoroge, Ndu Okoh Launch Podcast to Amplify African Voices
- A newly-launched podcast, Panel 54, is produced by Comics Africa and E&C Talent and is streaming weekly online
- Hosted by seasoned journalists Waweru Njoroge and Ndu Okoh from Spice FM, they have promised to unleash nothing but the truth
- Speaking to TUKO.co.ke, the dynamic duo revealed the show focuses on African narratives, power structures, and media influence
Veteran journalists Waweru Njoroge and Ndu Okoh of Spice FM have joined forces to start a new podcast that Africa is not ready for.
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The new podcast is hitting the airwaves with a clear mission, which will be to dig deeper into how power, policy, and perspective shape African lives and how the continent tells its own stories.
Dubbed Panel 54, the weekly show is produced by Comics Africa and E&C Talent and is already streaming online.
What should we expect from Panel 54?
Waweru and Ndu told TUKO.co.ke that the podcast takes on everything from politics and media to identity and representation with a sharp eye on what’s real and relevant across the continent.
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“We’re not here to ride the wave of trends. We want to get to the truth,” Ndu shared with TUKO.co.ke.
Ndu's extensive media career is marked by her dedication to pan-Africanism. If you've enjoyed her morning show on Spice FM with CT Muga, you understand why this new podcast is a must-watch.
On his side, Waweru revealed that the new podcast will be a platform for the untold stories.
“It’s about making space for African agencies in conversations that often leave us out,” Waweru said.
What you should know about Panel 54
Panel 54 blends studio discussion with on-the-ground interviews and unscripted conversations. From Cape Town to Cairo, Lagos to Lamu, it speaks to a continental audience hungry for deeper dialogue and unapologetically African viewpoints.
Early episodes explore timely topics like Pan-Africanism in 2025, Africa’s place in a shifting global power structure, and how media shapes public opinion.
Fans can find Panel 54 on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and other platforms. There’s also extra content on social, from behind-the-scenes clips and polls to live Q&As.
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Is podcasting the new media?
The rise of podcasting raises the question: is it the new media? The answer is a resounding yes.
Podcasting has become a significant player in the new media landscape.
Defined as a digital communication channel born from the internet, it enables user-generated content and interactive engagement, setting it apart from traditional media.
Alongside platforms like social media, YouTube, blogs, and streaming services, podcasts are reshaping how audiences consume and interact with content.
In Kenya, numerous podcast channels have emerged recently, with many more expected to follow.
How can project managers gain insights through podcasts?
In a related development, the Project Management Institute (PMI) launched the Shift Code podcast, designed to explore the factors behind project success.
Hosted by PMI President Pierre Le Manh, the podcast features candid discussions in its initial episodes.
Manh explained that the first episode spotlights the doers and disruptors driving change in project management.
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