If you've been listening to recent episodes of Urban Limitrophe then you've probably noticed a few recurring names in the credits of the podcast. If you're wondering who they are, wait no more! It's time to put some faces to the names you've been hearing and introduce the Urban Limitrophe team: Hannah and Imany!

Hannah Ahamedi, Editor (and Co-Host)*

My name is Hannah Ahamedi and I am a researcher at the Reach Alliance focusing specifically on information dissemination in South Sudan. My research interests include the Swahili Coast, oral histories, feminist grassroots peacebuilding, global innovation, and conflict resolution. I am looking forward to graduating from Victoria College at the University of Toronto this spring with a B.A (hons) in Peace, Conflict, and Justice Studies, Diaspora/Transnational Studies, and History.  In my spare time you can usually find me reading sci-fi/fantasy novels, going to the gym, and taking part in numerous volunteer activities that I find incredibly fulfilling. 

What is an African city that you would most like to visit? 
A difficult question since I have a very very long list BUT Luxor in Egypt definitely takes the number one spot. 

What’s your favourite song sung by an African artist? 
Malaika by Miriam Makeba. My father used to sing it to me when I was a child and it brings back good memories. 

What’s a book that you think people should know about? 
Mans Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl! I have probably read it about 5 times. It always provides clarity to me in the moments I need it most. 

The future of Africa is ___?
Limitless

Tell us a fun fact about you!
I am of Kenyan/Yemeni/Canadian descent! 

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Imany Lambropoulos, Music Producer

My name is Imany Lambropoulos, and I am a high school student. I am interested in neuroscience, and I am interested in potentially becoming a neuropsychologist or a clinical psychologist. In the future, I would like to attend either Queen’s University or the University of Toronto to further my studies, and I intend on obtaining my Ph.D. degree. In my spare time, I enjoy reading all sorts of books. My favourite genres include fantasy, sci-fi, and the occasional mystery novels. I also enjoy spending time with my friends, finding new restaurants to visit, or watching movies and tv shows together. 

What is an African city that you would most like to visit?
There are a lot of African cities that I think would be interesting to visit but, if I had to pick one it would be Cairo. 

What’s your favourite song sung by an African artist?
My favourite song sung by an African artist is Tumbum by Yemi Alade

What’s a book that you think people should know about?
Beasts of Little Land by Juhea Kim 

The future of Africa is ___?
Its people.

Tell us a fun fact about you!
I can play the saxophone. 

* Hannah will be a co-host on an upcoming episode of the podcast where we speak with Milly Kakungulu from Justice Defenders. To learn more about Hannah and Justice Defenders' amazing work make sure to subscribe, follow on social media, and stay tuned for new episodes coming your way.