In a special episode of Straight Talk Africa, host, Shaka Ssali sat down with members of the Mandela Washington Fellows for Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI). This year, to commemorate Nelson Mandela’s 100th birthday, the fellows participated in community service projects and pledged to continue Mandela’s legacy. Fellows come from all 49 countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. Shaka Ssali chats with his panelists; Rick-Ernest Bonnier, Nomfundo Mkhize, Clifford Niba Akonteh, M’Bemba Kabinet Koita, and Louisa Nakanuku-Diggs to discuss their achievements and to see what they hope the future brings.
Mandela Washington Fellows YALI Town Hall - Straight Talk Africa
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Straight Talk Africa host, Shaka Ssali and YALI panelists.
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YALI panelists being prepped before the start of the show.
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Ralph Robinson, Chief of Live Programming and Special Events, takes a moment to smile for the camera.
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Panelists Nomfundo Mkhize, M'Bemba Koita, Clifford Akonteh and Louisa Nakanuku-Diggs.