The latest from 54Lights has us sitting with the CEO behind Eight50 Coffee - Muna Mohammed - whose deep-rooted connection to coffee was passed down through generations.

Join Kondwani as he interviews artist and epert of Afro-furism Aaron Samuel Mulenga about the impact of colonialism on African art.

Farai Madzima is a man of and for the people. He joined us to speak about inspired and focused leadership that goes beyond numbers and leads to real results.

Qabaniso Malewezi kicks off the fourth season of 54Lights and speaks to us about art and entrepreneurship in the warm heart of Africa .

Chawa Mphande joins Kondwani Mwase directly from Malawi to talk about Cyclone Freddy .

Join muralist Jimmy Baptiste as he explains how he is working with youth to shape community spaces.

Dr. Patience Adamu, a prolific broadcaster, joins us in studio to unpack the concept of Africa in diaspora.

Ricardo McRae returns to the 54Lights studios to give host Kondwani an update on his life post-pandemic.

Rwandan-Canadian musician Cassa emerged from private radio station Contact FM and has gone on to tour alongside the likes of Lupe Fiasco.

Jana Rae Yerxa is an activist, writer, poet, teacher and community leader. She embodies the spirit of the work we do and is a model to learn from.

Let’s light up Africa with 54 guests from 54 countries and enjoy 54 heartfelt stories.

Karen Leblanc joins us to talk about her rise to fame and work on projects like Rent and Kings of Napa.

Artist Calvert Jones is best known for his stunningly bright and provocative works of art…

Andrea is a fearless entrepreneur who’s art showcases her Caribbean culture by its use of glass, feathers and other unique materials.

Activist, poet and playwright Rheima Robinson joins us from her home in the UK to talk about her process, her power and her poetry.

Paul Taylor talks to us about the impact of Foodshare. He also touches on the key familial bonds which have influenced and informed his path.

In Part II, FoodShare’s Executive Director Paul Taylor takes us through the food system and how communities can find agency.

Creative and bold entrepreneur Matt Rennick joins 54Lights to talk about his love of music and his inspirational fundraising.

Dr. Joseph Smith is an entrepreneur who has created youth programs, a speaking practice and continues to countless spaces where people thrive.