Across Africa, unemployment is high, the informal economy is massive, and millions of people are
fighting every day to make a living. But what happens when the person competing for that same customer, that same shop space or that same small business opportunity is another African from a neighbouring country. Kenya is now tightening the rules around foreign participation in small-scale trade, arguing that citizens must be protected from unfair competition. But critics warn that economic frustration can quickly become xenophobia.

Across Africa, unemployment is high, the informal economy is massive, and millions of people are fighting every day to make a living. But what happens when the person competing for that same customer,&nbsp;that same shop space or that same small business opportunity is another African from a neighbouring&nbsp;country. Kenya is now tightening the rules around foreign participation in small-scale trade, arguing that&nbsp;citizens must be protected from unfair competition. But critics warn that economic frustration can quickly&nbsp;become xenophobia.

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After the day’s heavy conversations, POWER Zone tapers down the momentum with long format, reflective and insightful conversations. The show allows for those retiring for the day to take time to reflect on the day’s experiences. Those whose day begins at this time will enjoy the calm pace and amazing insights from the POWER listeners. The discussions, curated by guest hosts, are nuanced and explore a myriad of matters affecting the country, continent and the diaspora with customised themes on Africa, the youth, societal issues and the arts.

After the day&rsquo;s heavy conversations, POWER Zone tapers down the momentum with long format, reflective and insightful conversations. The show allows for those retiring for the day to take time to reflect on the day&rsquo;s experiences. Those whose day begins at this time will enjoy the calm pace and amazing insights from the POWER listeners. The discussions, curated by guest hosts, are nuanced and explore a myriad of matters affecting the country, continent and the diaspora with customised themes on Africa, the youth, societal issues and the arts.