More than the Score: When will Africa win its first Winter Olympic medal?

The podcast explores the challenges and opportunities for African athletes in the Winter Olympics, questioning when the continent will secure its first medal. Simidele Adeagbo, the first Nigerian to compete in the Winter Olympics in Skeleton, and Matt Smith, South Africa's cross-country skier, share their experiences and perspectives. They highlight systemic barriers such as limited infrastructure, funding, and coaching, while also emphasizing the importance of representation and the Olympic value of universality. Smith discusses the open qualification system in cross-country skiing and the support network "Team Avalanche" for athletes from non-traditional winter sport nations. Despite financial difficulties forcing her retirement, Sabrina Zimada, the first Kenyan female alpine skier, also shares her experiences and future plans to support upcoming generations.