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The Open Africa Podcast

Open Africa Podcastwww.openafricapodcast.com
On this podcast 'Laolu, Furo, and Nosa talk about technology, startups, and issues across the African banking and technology ecosystems.

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Episodes

2020 in Review: Products

On this episode Laolu, Furo, Nosa discuss some exciting products that have launched in Nigeria in 2020. Paystack Storefront vs Flutterwave Store, Bento, Switch by Sterling and Brass and Propsa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 15, 202025 min

On 2020 H2 Fundraising in the African Tech Ecosystem

On this episode Laolu, Furo, and Nosa discuss some significant fundraising efforts that have happened in H2 2020; Kudabank's $10 million raise, Paystack's $200 million acquisition, Credpal's $1.5 million raise, Autocheck's $3.4 million raise, and Chipper Cash's $30 million raise. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 07, 202032 min

On Mono, Patricia, and Prospa

On this episode Laolu, Furo, Nosa discuss Monos fund raising, Patricia, Prospa's business banking proposition and Rwandas move away from ATMs to Agency Banking Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 01, 202033 min

On Union54, Visas cryptocurrency play and trust in commerce

On this episode we have a guest, Tomisin Adeshiyan Co-Founder and Chief Product Officer at Vesicash. We discussed Union54 and their ambitious goals for their platform across Africa, Visas move to incorporate cryptocurrency in their payment networks, the proposed CBN Tiering model for Fintechs and We spent time discussing the business of trust and the role of escrow services in the African commerce ecosystem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast....

Aug 27, 202046 min

On Personal Finance Managers, Escrow Services and the CBN GSI Policy

On this episode we discuss startups in the Lagos technology ecosystem. Muney a personal financial management tool, Vesicash and Listbuy providing escrow services, the impact of the CBN GSI directive and the persistent FX scarcity in Nigeria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 05, 202024 min

On Uber wallets in Africa, Snapchats new Features and Sexual Harassment in Tech

On the launch of Uber wallets in Nigeria powered by Flutterwave, Snapchats new Features, Piggyvest withdrawal penalty reduction and sexual harassment in the technology ecosystem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 20, 202030 min

On Payment Methods for these times and a Pivoting Big Bank

On this Episode, 'Furo, Nosa, and 'Laolu discuss payment options during a pandemic, what banks are doing wrong, and GTB's big plans for financial technology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 21, 202032 min

The Many Faces of COVID 19: Pivots, Altruism, and the Future

On this Episode we have our first guest Koromone who is a Branding and Communications Specialist. We discuss the on going impact of COVID-19 on Individuals and Businesses in Nigeria, the rapid rise and adoption of e-commerce and the corresponding rise in Fraud. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 28, 202050 min

On Insurance and Banking-As-A-Service

On this episode, 'Furo, Nosa, and 'Laolu explore Banking-As-A-Service, CBN cashless policy, Sparkle, and the Insurance industry in Nigeria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 07, 202029 min

COVID- 19 And Its Effect on Business

On this episode 'Furo, Nosa, and 'Laolu discuss the impact of COVID -19 on Nigerian economy and the opportunities for delivery based businesses, the future of work, and the future of businesses. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 27, 202022 min

On P2P Lending gone wrong and emerging startups in Lagos

On this episode Laolu, Nosa, and Furo discuss the failures of a peer-to-peer lending startup, Africa Fintech Foundry's newest cohort, and the stereotyping of African fintechs by foreign investors. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 19, 202037 min

On the Okada Ban in Lagos

On this episode, Furo, Laolu and Nosa discuss the effects of the Okada ban on Gokada, Max and Oride, question the decision of the Lagos State Government, and explore the verticals the affected startups can explore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 202031 min

On Partnerships between Tech Start ups and more established organisations

On this Episode Furo, Laolu and Nosa discuss hypothetical partnerships between technology start ups and more established businesses. We also discuss startups that we have been eagerly awaiting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 27, 202029 min

2019 in Review and Predictions for 2020

On this Episode Laolu, Nosa and Furo discuss Tech fundraising in Africa in 2019, CBNs new fee structure for banks and predictions for the Tech landscape in 2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 20, 202040 min

On Jack's Visit To Nigeria, and Agritech Done Right

On this episode Furo, 'Laolu and Nosa attempt to step away from financial services to discuss Jack Dorsey's visit to Nigeria, Twiga Foods, and epic startup pivots that annoy them. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 12, 201933 min

On Uber Money, Capitec Bank and Hot Takes.

On this episode 'Laolu, Furo and Nosa discuss Big Techs' foray into financial services, the evolution of Capitec Bank and a hot take by a Nigerian Tech leader. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 09, 201930 min

Nigerian Bank Charges, CBN Guide to Charges and other news

On this episode we discuss Nigerian Bank charges, BitPesa's rebranding and Bamboos launch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 06, 201938 min

SME lending and the new wave of Fintechs

On this episode we discuss, Access Bank’s Africa Strategy, SME lending in Nigeria and the rise of Fintechs providing Nigerians access to Foreign investment opportunities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 29, 201934 min

Cross-border payments and PSB Licenses

On this episode, we talk about cross-border payments, FX, PSB licenses in Nigeria. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 24, 201929 min

Digital Lending

On Digital Lending. How Banks view loans and the role of alternative lenders in the market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 22, 201939 min

The Open Africa Podcast EP 1

On this episode we discuss Opay, Sparkle and Digital Banks in Nigeria, as well as building products for the Nigerian market. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 02, 201946 min
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