In this week’s episode, Steve Murigi explores the power dynamics in international development practice which are inherently racialised and often go unchallenged, particularly in the leadership of field projects in the Global South. Steve speaks about the need to reframe decolonization as a mindset in order to move away from the ‘us vs them’ mentality. The conversation then shifted towards the issue of localization of funding in international development; Steve emphasised that localization needs to be carried out with accessibility and unconditionality in mind. Otherwise, it risks causing more harm than good by perpetuating paternalistic assumptions about the capabilities of organisations in the Global South. We discuss the relationship between localisation and decolonisation, and finally emphasise the importance of language and the way that ‘development aid’ is framed. With great clarity, Steve talks us through his experience working in development, his thoughts on the third sector, and how we can begin to change the conversation towards a positive shift in power dynamics for everyone.Steve is the Chief Executive Officer at PCI (Primary Care International), leading the organisation’s work to strengthen the delivery of primary care globally through innovative and cost-effective models. He is a public health leader and advocate of inclusive, adaptive, localised, and people-centred development practices, with extensive experience in international development across Africa and Europe. Prior to joining PCI, Steve was the Head of Programs and Strategic Partnerships at Amref Health Africa UK. Over the years, he has worked across senior communication, advocacy, partnerships, and programme disciplines to drive organisational growth.If you’re interested to find out more about Steve’s work, take a look here:LinkedInTwitterThe PCI AcademyRecent work:Rethinking global healthworker education: the value of multi-directional learningA strong primary health workforce as a crucial foundation for quality care in post-conflict settingRecommended readings:Decolonizing Wealth, Second Edition: Indigenous Wisdom to Heal Divides and Restore BalanceTime to Decolonise AidTransformational solidarity: the journey towards decolonising development cooperationIn the Eyes of Others: How People in Crises Perceive Humanitarian AidThe New Age of Empire: How Racism and Colonialism Still Rule the WorldWhose Reality Counts?: Putting the First Last

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