The One with African Dads in the Diaspora

Discussions Among Diasporans Series: Episode 25 (2023)

Don’t lie to yourself; every day will not be a basket of cherries. There will be good and bad days, and you need to be prepared for both as a father. Your child(ren) is watching and looking up to you, so if you fail to take on your role as a father, you are failing your family. Be ready to face the highs and lows of fatherhood and show your child(ren) that you can handle any situation — Mr. Fapohunda (2023)

Welcome back! This week, we embarked on a profound journey into the realm of fatherhood, specifically exploring the life experiences of immigrant fathers hailing from traditional African backgrounds. This episode was from a panel held in June 2023, cohosted by our podcast and other esteemed podcasters, Kelechi Ibe-Lamberts (@blacktransnational_), Nancy Mulemwa Siisii (@concrete_pastures), Ms. Kemi Seriki (@pansa.pansaforum).

Our conversation this week revolves around a vital theme, one that deserves a spotlight and aligns perfectly with the mission of the “Pansa…