Hosted by Duchesse Iraduhaye, a passionate storyteller and cultural advocate, The DeeScovered Oasis is a podcast celebrating connection, cultural heritage, and the inspiring journeys of Africans in the diaspora returning to the motherland. Like an oasis found on a long voyage, this podcast offers a space for stories of resilience, self-discovery, and personal growth.
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In this 2nd of a two-parter with Andrea Harahagazwe, we dive into the themes of her debut novel "The Sun Sets Everywhere." Andrea shares insights about her protagonist Graciella, the symbolism of sunsets across different cultures, and we talk about the things we like and don't like about grief in Burundian society. We also touched on the interesting subject of adult friendships and how they evolve through life's transitions. Thank you for being here! Join the DeeSquad on Instagram Artwork by Inarunyonga Music by KDaGreat Purchase THE SUN SETS EVERYWHERE Get in touch with Andrea
In this first of a two-parter with Andrea Harahagazwe, we explore the journey behind her debut novel "The Sun Sets Everywhere." From her childhood in Burundi to her years in France and professional stint in Nairobi before returning home, Andrea shares how these transitions shaped her identity. Andrea opens up about the challenges of returning home and navigating cultural expectations while remaining true to oneself. See you next week for Part 2 ;) Join the DeeSquad on Instagram Artwork by Inarunyonga Music by KDaGreat Purchase THE SUN SETS EVERYWHERE Get in touch with Andrea
What is one thing you wish someone had told you before moving to the country you live in now? In this conversation, Larissa Nezerwe joins me to discuss our experiences moving back to Burundi. We reflect on what we wish we had known when we made the move in 2020 and 2021. We touch on things like the "savior mentality," being called "umu diaspora," and we also give our two cents on the not-so-great customer service back home. And now, I’d love to hear from you :) Join the DeeSquad on Instagram Artwork by Inarunyonga Music by KDaGreat
Can meaningful conversations help you heal? Belinda Katumba's story isn't just about leaving Canada to return to Uganda. It's about how she transformed her experience with loneliness and her journey through grief into a thriving social enterprise that's changing how people connect. You might want to listen if you're unsure how to turn a tough experience into something that matters. Join the DeeSquad on Instagram Artwork by Inarunyonga Music by KDaGreat Belinda's work Shop the Can We Talk? cards
I sit down with Freeman Binagana to explore belonging, cultural adjustments, and navigating differences after relocating to Burundi. We talk about growing up mixed-race in 1980s Burundi. If you've ever felt caught between cultures, this episode will speak to your soul! Join the DeeSquad on Instagram Artwork by Inarunyonga Music by KDaGreat Freeman's work