The BAOBAB
The BAOBAB is a podcast dedicated to appreciating African culture through its art, music, and literature. Each episode likely explores the works of African creators, offering thoughtful commentary and insights. The show covers a wide range of creative expressions, from visual art to literary masterpieces and musical sounds. It's a vibrant celebration of African creativity, aimed at listeners interested in the continent's rich artistic heritage.
Episodes
Guess what, I am in love!
We all deserve happy endings and love that makes us feel safe and appreciated. In this podcast episode, I review Takura’s songs (Pawada, Wandachuza,Handizvione, Tattoo and Kanganisa)
Your words still echo in my ears -diary of a wounded child
Parents often say hurtful words out of anger and frustration. They end up forgetting what they even said but the hurtful words still echos in their child’s ears. Will they ever erase the memories? Sending love to anyone who has felt hurt, unloved and wounded by the words said by their parents/ guardians.
The world still needs you
Trigger warning: suicide It’s so easy to give up, because nothing else makes sense and everything hurts. In this podcast episode, I share my story and talk about why people decide to commit suicide. What if you find someone to hold your hand, or carry torch for you as you find your way out of the tunnel ? The world needs your smile, your laughter and you
High school: rules, survival and life lessons
In this podcast episode, I talk about our high school experiences and how they shaped us
The uncomfortable question: where is your dad?
In this podcast episode, I talk about my personal experiences of growing up with an absent Dad. The experiences have been painful and I wish I could hug my younger self. I am glad society doesn’t ask the unnecessary questions because they sure made people uncomfortable.
Things got better!
In this podcast episode, I pen down a letter to my teenage self. That little girl survived a lot of pain, hurt and anger. This letter is the assurance she needed: life isn’t perfect, but it got better.
Grace costs us nothing
In this podcast episode, I talk about the struggles that people face but we never know about it because we are programmed to make it work. We need to give people grace, because people are fighting silent battles.
Surviving adulthood
Adulting will test your faith. You are expected to show up every day even when your heart is heavy. In this podcast episode, I talk about some of the lessons I have learned as an adult.
All roads lead to #WinterABC26
In this podcast episode, I invite African creatives to join the Afrobloggers Winter Challenge. Imagine joining other creatives in a month of storytelling? This sounds fun, do not miss out. Visit, https://afrobloggers.org/winterabc2026-storytelling-festival/ for more information.Looking forward to bumping into your work!
Me and my best friend
In this podcast episode, I talk about the thread shared by Phoebe @_bigpheebs on Instagram. Trust me, your best friend understands you, love you and will never judge you. If you can relate, then this episode is for you!
April stock-take
In this podcast episode, I talk about the highs and lows that I experienced in April. Sending hugs to anyone going through a rough patch🫂
B for boundaries
In this podcast episode, I talk about how people have a habit of not respecting people’s boundaries. Do not ask questions that make the next person feel uncomfortable.
Nhava yebenzi
In this podcast episode, we catch up and I tell you all the things that have caught my attention.
Have a teachable spirit
In this podcast episode, I talk about things you can incorporate into friendships, family, or relationships. This thread was inspired by @divayetty1's “things you cannot teach your partner.” This is a note to the people on the other end: pay attention and have a teachable spirit, and everything will fall into place.
Being thrown to the wolves
In this podcast episode, I talk about how people betray us and sometimes we end up being m painted as the bad people.
What caught my attention
In this podcast episode, I discuss the events and incidents I witnessed over the past week.
Two teams
In this podcast episode, I talk about two groups of people. The first group does whatever they want because they have a choice, whereas the other group doesn’t have a choice.
Diaries of a tired, twenty-something girl
In this podcast episode, I talk about how one can be tired mentally, physically and even spiritually but, adulting wants you to show up everyday. Yet each day we try, keep hope alive and pray that tomorrow is a better day.
Please accept our apology
In this podcast episode, I talk about the conversations and questions that have left people feeling uncomfortable. I hope you will apologise if you can, but if you can’t, be mindful of what you say starting today.
Settling in 2026
Happy 2026, may you have a memorable year!In this podcast episode, I talk about settling in the new year. I share people’s experiences in the new year and how they have been adjusting to change.
Goodbye 2025🫂❤️
2025 had it’s challenges, laughs and giggles and tears but it reminded us that we are human beings. May 2026 be kind to you
Music Appreciation Week: Family
In this podcast episode, I feature four of Jah Prayzah’s songs in my story time. Music isn’t just for entertainment; sometimes it holds a hidden lesson.I reviewed Mhandu Yenhamo, Ruzhowa, Kwaunobva, Necessary, and Tenda. Did I do justice to the songs?
We made it to December!
In this podcast episode, I take a walk with you down memory lane. We made it to December and that calls for a celebration. Yet sometimes we fought the tears, we were hurt and disappointed. Sometimes we were so close to giving up but our community kept us going. Thank you to exploring. with. annie on Instagram for inspiring this podcast episode. Happy new month!
All I want for Christmas
In this podcast episode, I discuss the Christmas wishlist shared by Yetunde Omobolanle on Instagram. I am sure if you are an adult, you will relate to this list. Dear Santa, is it too much to ask for?
10-11
In this podcast episode, I talk about my October-to-November stocktake. Brace yourself for a few giggles, smiles and a reminder that you should not postpone joy.
The levels of adulting I’ve reached
In this podcast episode, I talk about the levels of adulting I’ve reached by Yetunde Omobolanle.
Sealing the cracks
This episode will wrap up what I discussed last week. Our parents broke us and left us wounded. A part of us might have died but life didn't stop. This is your life and you have to find healing, pick yourself up and move on. This life is too short to be lived in regret or feeling broken.
The human beings that broke us:Our parents
In this podcast episode, I talk about the actions and the situations that broke us. We always thought our parents were supposed to protect us yet they failed to protect us and left us wounded. I hope you reach out to your younger self and give her a big hug. Our parents might have failed us but at the end of the day they are not perfect and they are human beings too!
I’m still here: surviving adulthood
In this podcast episode, I talk about what I have been up to while I was on my break. I talk about the little things that bring me joy and how I have been able to see life in a different way.
Finding beauty in the dents
Our lives might be chaotic, stressful and some events leave us broken. We all have dents that we prefer to cover up, but what if we find the beauty in our dents? We can wear our crowns so well and there is beauty in the imperfections.
Keep the traditions alive
In this podcast episode, I talk about the practices or traditions that we should not let go of because of the changes happening in our society. We need to keep the joy and excitement alive. Why not uphold the traditions and pass them to the generations that will come?
What made me smile
In this podcast episode, I talk about the things that made me happy during the past week. I have learnt that our lives are too short to postpone happiness.
Spring has sprung!
In this podcast episode, I talk about the spring season. Every one of us should experience a spring season in their lives.
The fragments
In this podcast episode, I talk about what I have been up to. Let’s catch up
An acquired feeling
In this podcast episode, I talk about some habits and feelings we have adopted that have made an impact on how we interact with other people
Adulting should have a manual
In this podcast episode I talk about a tweet shared by @feyiszn on X. Adulting friendships need grace!
Let’s catch up
Did you miss me? It is good to be back after my sabbatical. In this podcast episode, I tell you what I have been up to when I was away.
Love languages
In this podcast episode I talk about the love language with reference to a thread shared by Yetunde Omobolanle.
Dear Men
In this podcast episode, I talk about the struggles men go through and why they seem to bottle their emotions. Society has made boys grow up believing that crying or asking for help is a sign of weakness. At the end of the day, we need someone.
The two worlds
In this podcast episode, I talk about the two worlds where children can be raised. Raising children in privilege has its disadvantages and advantages whereas the same story can be said about children who were not raised in privilege. Whatever world you were raised in, I hope your world shaped you well, if you have anything that angered or broke you may you find healing.
What is the #WinterABC25?
In this podcast episode, I talk about the Afrobloggers Winter Challenge. Maybe this is your first time hearing about the #WinterABC25 I hope this episode will motivate to create content and take part in the challenge. For more information visit https://afrobloggers.org/winterabc2025-storytelling-festival/
A lot can happen in ten years
In this podcast episode, I talk about my adventures and what has happened from the period of 2015-2025. From being a teenager to becoming an adult, life hasn’t been perfect but it has its happy moments. I am grateful for life, for good health and for the little village that believes in me🖤🖤
Broken colours are still useful
In this podcast episode I talk about how broken colours are still useful because they can still colour a beautiful piece of art. You might be broken or hurt but that doesn’t mean you are useless. The world still needs to see how awesome you are.I can’t believe I have recorded 150 episodes, thank you for taking the walk with me🖤🖤🖤
I found love along the way
The goal was for me to survive and make it through the day but I ended up falling in love with canvas shoes. In this podcast episode, I talk about how you can end up loving someone or something you never had an intention of loving. We need to go back to a place of pain with a smile and joy❤️
The COVID-19 Times
In this podcast episode, I talk about how our world changed in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic. The ideas discussed in this episode, were derived from Dream Count by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
Taking a step back
In this podcast episode, I talk about the reasons one would decide to let go of something they loved deeply. Change is scary and difficult but sometimes it can change your life for the better.
Celebrating our unsung heroes
In this podcast episode, I celebrate the women who might have done random things but their acts changed a woman’s life. These random acts of kindness made a difference in the next woman’s life. Today I celebrate our superheroes who do not wear capes but are called women.
The past and the present
In light of celebrating Women’s Month, I honour and celebrate the women who came before us. The women who have shaped the woman you are today. I celebrate and honour our society and family heroines because some of their dreams and wishes have become our reality. Our ancestors the past and you and I represent the present.#accelerateprogress
My February stock-take
Happy new month, in this podcast episode I share my February stock-take. The month came with its challenges and it was both an exciting and scary task. I hope my lessons will also inspire you to do whatever you put your mind to.Do not let fear enter your heart
What caught my attention
In this podcast episode, I talk about a few things that caught my attention this week.
I met with my younger self for coffee
In this podcast episode, I join the trend I met with my younger self for coffee. Meet my twelve-year-old self she is young and hopeful that things will get better. I hope this trend reminds you that you might have made a few mistakes but all you need to do is reach out to your younger self and be grateful for how far you have come.
From childhood to adulthood
In this podcast episode, I asked a group of friends to share some of the childhood habits they have carried into their adulthood years.
Pregnant with dreams
Welcome to 2025In this podcast episode, I talk about how it is easy to give up and let go of your dream because you think it isn’t good enough. This year, allow your dreams to come back to life. Do anything that makes you happy!One last thing, the podcast turned four🎉🎉🎉🎉
What if my heart is not merry this holiday?
What if my heart is not merry this holiday?In this podcast episode, I talk about the situations that cause people to have heavy hearts during the festive holiday. Sending love to anyone going through a difficult time❤️❤️
Finishing strong
In this podcast episode, I talk about how the year is slowly coming to an end. You might be feeling as if you failed and you are disappointed. Some of your plans failed and you have lost hope, my dear I have been there too. Look on the bright side, you are alive, you aren’t the person you were a year ago.Hold onto the progress you have made!
Do it now
In this podcast episode, I talk about how time can pass by so fast. This is why one should never postpone any plans. Do it now, while you can!
The adventure of my walking shoes
In this podcast episode, I talk about what my eyes have seen, my ears have heard and the emotions that I have felt when I take my morning walk to work.
The Harare Open Book Festival
If you are a reader, a writer or if you love the smell of books this podcast episode is for you. In this podcast episode, I share my review of The Harare Open Book Festival which was held in October 2024.
The joys and pains of adulthood
Hello Besties, did you miss me? In this podcast episode I talk about the tears and smiles that comprise the adulthood journey. I share some of my personal experiences and I am sure you will be able to relate.Oh, one last thing, palpitations and back pains send their love!
September stock- take
In this podcast episode, I share some of my takeaways and lessons from September. All the best in October❤️❤️
Sending love
This podcast episode was inspired by a quote from We Urban. I talk about how fatigue can affect our daily activities. Sometimes you want a big break and sometimes your mind and body are tired. I might not have the answers. I am also someone who gets overwhelmed with fatigue. It is a wounded soldier trying to send love to another wounded soldier. It might be tough but my wish for you is that this s
The road closure experience
In this podcast episode, I talk about my road closure experience
Celebrating Gogo VaMaMoyo
In this podcast episode, I talk about the lessons that my maternal great-grandmother left me.
My dear friends
In this podcast episode, I analyse some of the Shona proverbs and use relatable examples for easier understanding. Thanks to Nhakabox for the meanings I am learning a lot from you! If you enjoyed this episode join the fun and follow Nhakabox on Instagram.
Fly away my little bird
In this podcast episode, I talk about how letting go is not easy but sometimes you have to do that to heal. Sometimes you have to let go of the person you once loved to find healing. “Is it easy?”No. “Does it get better?” I think it does but why don't you listen to this podcast episode first?
Do not drop the water pot
In this podcast episode, I talk about how we give up when we are close to our breakthrough. There are so many situations that force us to give up but I am here to remind you that you should stick around and see how it goes❤️❤️
You have the power
This time the story is different, you have the power to control some things you could not control because you were young. Now you have the power to decide to bring a positive effect or a negative one
#WinterABC24 review
In this podcast episode, I share some of my highlights of the AfroBloggers Winter challenge. I reflect on some of my #WinterABC memories and how I have grown as The Baobab
Wait for the final whistle
In this podcast episode, I talk about how we ought to give up at the end of the race. Give it your all until the end. That way you will find peace
Packing and leaving: An emigrant’s story
In this podcast episode, I review two poems about the burdens that one carries and what could push one to emigrate. The poems are The Things I Carry and Leaving from Because Sadness is Beautiful by Tanaka Chidora.
We did not have it easy
In this podcast episode, I talk about how some people are selfish and inconsiderate. Sometimes you don’t know how heavy the bag is up until you carry it. Be kind to the next person
The other side of a beautiful story
In this podcast episode my heart bleeds for Africa. We have a beautiful continent and stories and yet some of our challenges can be fixed. This blog post was inspired by African music
The mark
How will people remember you when you are gone? I do hope people will have kind and good words to say about you. In this podcast episode, I talk about leaving a positive mark on people’s lives.
The waiting season
In this podcast episode, I talk about the waiting seasons in our lives. The waiting seasons maybe long, stressful and tiring. What I can reassure you is that as you wait you learn some lessons and when you receive what you have been waiting for your heart will be full!
Wealth from our ancestors
In this podcast episode, I talk about some values and lessons that were taught by our forefathers through sayings and Proverbs.
To our unsung heroes
In this podcast episode, I talk about the women who were history-makers in Zimbabwe and made a difference. I also celebrate some of the women who excelled in their careers.
Lessons from childhood
In this podcast episode, I talk about the lessons and the values that I learned from my childhood. These values shaped the adult that I became and it surely takes a village to raise a child!
A book review: How to hug a porcupine
In this podcast episode, I review one of the books that I read in the February. How to hug a porcupine offers insightful tips on how we can love people that we consider to be difficult to love. The book was written by June Eding
International Writer’s and Women’s Day
This week, the world celebrated International Writer’s Day on Sunday and on Friday, they will celebrate International Women’s Day. In this podcast episode, I talk about these two celebrations
Tomorrow is going to be a better day
In this podcast episode, I talk about how it might be easy to give up. Yet some people will look out for you and carry you through your difficult days. It is okay to rest and feel the pain but I hope you never choose to give up.
