Bringing the week's politics home
Hosted by Ndukwe Onuoha and Cheta Nwanze, The Black Paper looks at UK politics through the lens of African heritage communities, many of whom are recent migrants.
What we do
Every week, we take the week's politics apart and ask the question nobody else is asking: what does this actually mean for African heritage communities in Britain — and how can we be a part of the conversation?
Alongside the podcast, we publish written briefings, run community surveys on how African heritage voters see the issues, and give listeners practical ways to take part — like writing to their MP.
What we cover
- Westminster and party politics, from Labour and the Conservatives to Reform UK
- Immigration and visa rules, and how they affect African communities
- Housing, work and the cost of living
- Race, faith, equality and community life in Britain
- The diaspora's links with politics across Africa
The Black Paper is independent and has been published weekly since May 2025. It is produced by We Are Griots and Wey Dem Ventures.
Frequently asked
What is The Black Paper?
The Black Paper is a weekly UK politics podcast and briefing site. Hosted by Ndukwe Onuoha and Cheta Nwanze, The Black Paper looks at UK politics through the lens of African heritage communities, many of whom are recent migrants.
Who hosts The Black Paper?
The show is hosted by Ndukwe Onuoha and Cheta Nwanze, and produced by We Are Griots and Wey Dem Ventures.
How often are new episodes released?
A new episode is published every week. Every episode is listed on the Episodes page with full show notes.
Where can I listen?
You can listen on this website, on Spotify, on Apple Podcasts, or in any podcast app using the RSS feed.
Can I write to my MP through the site?
Yes. The Write to Your MP page opens a pre-written letter in your own email app. The Black Paper does not see or store your message.
How can organisations work with The Black Paper?
Brands, agencies, public bodies and political organisations can enquire about sponsorship, episode partnerships, community polling and bespoke policy analysis through the For Partners page.
