Category: Insights

On October 10, Lagos will host PodFest Naija, billed as the country’s first podcast summit. The venue is prime, the branding is polished, and the sponsors are heavyweight names. Newspapers are covering it. Corporate leaders and culture figures are lined...

The Association of African Podcasters and Voice Artists (APVA) is built on the ideas of connection, collaboration, and community. Over time, it has evolved into more than just a community; it has become a space where genuine, life-changing friendships form....

A Listener Reflection By Mo! Sibyl, Host of The More Sibyl Podcast – 2x APVA Diasporan Podcast of the Year Winner (2023 & 2024) Introduction As podcasters, we’ve all heard that collaboration is key, but what does that really look...

by Pllugg and APVA Introduction: Imagine turning a single podcast episode into an entire content campaign in minutes. That’s what pllugg was built for: an AI-powered assistant designed to do the heavy lifting, so you can focus on the mic,...

In an increasingly digital world, podcasting has emerged as more than a trend—it’s become a tool of transformation. For educators, storytellers, and entrepreneurs across Africa, it offers a low-barrier, high-impact medium to inform, inspire, and ignite action. And few embody...

Insights from the APVA Community Event with Jon Savage and Jonathan Warncke In the ever-evolving world of podcasting, growth doesn’t happen in isolation. As many African podcasters and audio creatives have discovered, collaboration is a powerful lever for scaling, strengthening...

Last year, we made history with the first-ever Africa Voiceover Day (AVD), a groundbreaking celebration that brought together voiceover artists, producers, and industry professionals from across the continent. The event was a resounding success, with attendees praising the informative sessions,...

Introduction The voice-over industry in Ghana is experiencing significant growth, with talents contributing to various sectors such as media, advertising, and entertainment. Despite this progress, the absence of a formal professional association presents challenges that hinder the industry’s full potential....

Introduction The voice-over industry in Ghana is experiencing significant growth, with talents contributing to various sectors such as media, advertising, and entertainment. Despite this progress, the absence of a formal professional association presents challenges that hinder the industry’s full potential....

Back in August 2024, I did something a little wild. After being single for 8 years (yes, eight), I decided to turn my love life or lack of it, into a podcast. I called it “Why Am I Still Single?“,...