Episode #90 is with Richmond Bassey, who is the CEO and founder of Bamboo, which is an investment platform that gives Africans the tools to build wealth from the ground up through real-time access to global markets. In countries like Nigeria, Ghana, and South Africa, individuals often witness their hard-earned savings dwindle away due to weakening currencies and soaring inflation rates. In fact, the Naira and Cedi were among the worst-performing currencies globally last year. Bamboo, however, st...
Oct 02, 2023•39 min•Ep. 90
Episode #89 is with Bemi Idowu, who is a PR and communications specialist with vast experience in leading and delivering successful media campaigns for a wide range of companies, from established global players to Africa-focused start-ups. Bemi is also the founder and managing director of Talking Drum Communications, which is a public relations and communications consultancy that supports companies innovating in Africa to shape perceptions and get more effective publicity for the work they are d...
Sep 25, 2023•48 min•Ep. 89
Episode #88 is with Samuel Okwuada, who is the CEO and co-founder of Remedial Health, a ground-breaking company at the forefront of revolutionising healthcare delivery in Africa through the power of data and technology. Remedial Health's mission is clear: to enhance the accessibility and affordability of medicines. They achieve this by establishing a direct supply chain from manufacturers to pharmacies for medical and non-medical essentials, thereby cutting out unnecessary intermediaries. Remedi...
Sep 18, 2023•48 min•Ep. 88
Episode #87 is with Jennifer Baarn is the head of partnerships at Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), which is an alliance led by Africans with roots in farming communities across the continent. They understand that African farmers need uniquely African solutions designed to meet their specific environmental and agricultural needs so they can sustainably boost production and gain access to rapidly growing agricultural markets. AGRA is an African-led and African-based institution th...
Sep 11, 2023•50 min•Ep. 87
Episode #86 is with Olusegun Akande, who is the cofounder and director of Samis Online African Foods, which is the UK’s one-stop Afro-Caribbean Online Superstore. They are specialists in African groceries and original products of the highest quality. What sets Samis apart is their commitment to sourcing 90% of their fresh food produce from Nigeria, even though they operate both within and outside the country. Samis Online African Food has not only captured the hearts and palates of Nigerians liv...
Sep 04, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 86
Episode #85 is with Tarek Mouganie, who is the founder of Affinity Africa, which is an owner and operator of financial services companies in sub-Saharan Africa. Affinity prides itself on establishing digital-forward and branch-light financial institutions, leveraging fintech and innovative design-led solutions to improve financial access and affordability. Affinity supports the unbanked and underserved by providing every individual and business with accessible and affordable financial services t...
Aug 28, 2023•39 min•Ep. 85
Episode #84 with Yemisi Mokuolu, who is an award-winning and highly regarded independent producer and creative industries business consultant. She is the founder and CEO of Hatch Ideas, which develops and promotes African arts and artists. She is also an independent producer and has produced some of London’s largest African arts festivals. HATCH works across the creative, cultural, and social sectors, bringing to life initiatives that have the potential to drive inclusion and diversity, generate...
Aug 21, 2023•54 min•Ep. 84
Episode #83 with Daniel Njiwa, who is Head of Regional Food Trade at Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), an international NGO established by Kofi Annan to drive the advancement of sustainable agriculture in Africa. AGRA leads interventions in improving the predictability of the policy and regulatory environment while coordinating investments for market activation, allowing for inclusive and sustainable participation of small farmers in national and regional value chains. The organi...
Aug 14, 2023•53 min•Ep. 83
Episode #82 with Francesca Uriri who is the Co-Founder and Director of Leading Ladies Africa, a women-focused non-profit whose mission is to promote gender inclusivity and diversity by increasing participation and representation of women of African origin in fields of leadership, business, politics, and advocacy. Their vision is to see an increased participation of African women in these fields by 2030. Leading Ladies Africa’s key target audience is upwardly mobile, internet-savvy women aged bet...
Aug 07, 2023•48 min•Ep. 82
Episode #81 with Gerrad Olisa-Ashar, the visionary Co-Founder of Diaspora Investment Partners Africa. Join us as we delve into the remarkable story behind this groundbreaking networking platform that is revolutionising the landscape of African entrepreneurship and sustainable development. Gerrad Olisa-Ashar, an inspiring entrepreneur and thought leader, shares his personal journey and the pivotal experiences that led to the inception of Diaspora Investment Partners Africa. Discover how Gerrad's ...
Jul 31, 2023•49 min•Ep. 81
Episode #80 with Nneka Chime, who is a Partner at CrossBoundary and has a profound interest in utilising technology, innovation, and investments to foster a more equitable and sustainable world. CrossBoundary is a mission-driven investment firm dedicated to harnessing the potential of capital for sustainable growth and robust returns in underserved markets. With a transaction-centred approach to underserved markets, CrossBoundary offers investment advisory services, boasting specialised expertis...
Jul 24, 2023•41 min•Ep. 80
Episode #79 Amaechi Nsofor, who is a partner and Head of Africa, Insolvency, and Asset Recovery at Grant Thornton, and his multi-award-winning and renowned team have pioneered the use of insolvency powers to facilitate litigation and trace and recover misappropriated assets. Grant Thornton is a firm with a global network that employs 58,000 people in 135 countries. They combine global scale with local insight and understanding to give clients the assurance, tax, and advisory services they need t...
Jul 17, 2023•35 min•Ep. 79
Episode #78 with Samuel Brooksworth, who is the Founder and CEO of Remoteli, which is a tech-led on-demand staffing organisation with HQ in the UK. Remoteli supports organisations around the world in growing their teams with talented and ambitious graduates based in Africa. Using AI, they match organisations with staff members based on personality matching and organisational culture. Companies see Remoteli as an extension of their core business, as they fully integrate their staff into their cli...
Jul 10, 2023•45 min•Ep. 78
Episode #77 with Celina Lee, who is a Co-Founder and CEO of Zindi, which is a professional network for data science, and they are on a mission to make data science and AI accessible to everyone. Celina has a passion for unleashing the power of data for social good. She has a proven track record of thought leadership in the intersection between data and development and has played central roles in the launches of global platforms. What We Discuss With Celina How does Zindi help make data science a...
Jul 03, 2023•50 min•Ep. 77
Episode #76 with 5 Off The Cuff. Join us as we delve into the inspiring stories of 5 off the Cuff—a remarkable collective comprising five dynamic and accomplished African women who have made significant strides in their respective fields and industries while living in the diaspora. During this engaging episode, we explore the extraordinary achievements, innovative ideas, and influential roles they play within their sectors and businesses. Prepare to be captivated by their journeys and gain valua...
Jun 26, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 76
Episode #75 with Marie Lora-Mungai, who is an investor, strategic advisor, and entrepreneur specialising in the African Creative Industries and Sports Business, with an 18-year experience spanning 27 countries on the continent. She is the publisher of the popular newsletter HUSTLE & FLOW about investment opportunities in the African entertainment space. Marie is also the founder and CEO of Restless Global, which is a strategic advisory and content development company specialising in the Afri...
Jun 19, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 75
Episode #74 with Gerald Black, who is a highly accomplished expert in the realms of entrepreneurship and business development. Renowned as a successful serial entrepreneur, Gerald brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in entrepreneurship, business development, and project management, making him a highly sought-after consultant and mentor within the African startup community. Moreover, Gerald holds the esteemed position of Head of Go To Market at Anchor, a cutting-edge banking-as-a-service ...
Jun 12, 2023•50 min•Ep. 74
Episode #73 with Leonard Mudachi, who is the Chief Vision & Growth Officer at BRRAL (Branded Restaurants & Retail Africa Ltd), which is a restaurant and retail development & management company that identifies local restaurants and retail brands with high potential for scale. They achieve this through "The BRRAL Play Book," which allows them to unlock business growth potential from acquired brands and further enhance their value proposition to customers, employees, and ultimately inve...
Jun 05, 2023•50 min•Ep. 73
Episode #72 with Mélanie Keïta, who is the CEO and Co-Founder of Melanin Kapital, which is a climate fintech platform that provides a last-mile carbon financing solution to finance the green transition of African businesses. Their goal is to finance the clean-energy equipment that SMEs need to scale while simultaneously reducing their carbon footprint. They finance electric transportation, renewable energy equipment, waste management facilities, and green cooking equipment. What We Discuss With ...
May 29, 2023•43 min•Ep. 72
Episode #71 with Subomi Plumptre, who is the CEO of Volition Cap, which is a game-changing and SEC-licenced asset manager for Africans and Diasporans. Since 2018, they have been at the forefront of investments for individuals and businesses. They created a $30 million fund for agriculture and real estate projects in Africa, pioneering the first structure to leverage traditional cooperatives. What We Discuss With Subomi Why do you feel it is important to increase financial prosperity for the Afri...
May 22, 2023•36 min•Ep. 71
Episode #70 with Affiong Williams, who is the founder and CEO of Reel Fruit, whose vision is to be Nigeria's largest end-to-end fruit processing company. The company is unlocking the value in Nigeria's fruit value chain by building an end-to-end fruit processing company. We all know that fruit should be a staple in our daily diet, but it’s not always easy or convenient to eat fresh fruit. ReelFruit® is 100% (preservative-free) fruit, dried to lock in all the nutrients and goodness of fresh fruit...
May 15, 2023•46 min•Ep. 70
Episode #69 with Marcia Ashong, who is CEO of TheBoardroom Africa, which is an organisation that promotes exceptional female talent to boards across the continent. TheBoardroom Africa breaks down barriers to help organisations realise the benefits of increased diversity on boards. They’re accelerating the placement of female leaders by connecting peer-endorsed, board-ready women with CEOs and board executives across Africa and beyond. What We Discuss With Marcia What is the current state of wome...
May 08, 2023•38 min•Ep. 69
Episode #68 with Kola Oyeneyin, who is CEO of Opportunik Global Fund (OGF), which is a private wealth fund designed by Africans for Africans. At Opportunik Global Fund, the belief is that everyone should have access to opportunities regardless of their location. To that end, OGF offers USD investments to middle-class and mass-affluent Africans and Diasporans with a starting capital of $5,000. Their rigorous asset selection process and dedicated team ensure that investors receive healthy returns....
May 01, 2023•55 min•Ep. 68
Episode #67 with Vivian Lawal, who is Founder of Medsaf, which is a curated medication marketplace for African hospitals and pharmacies. Medsaf is a global organisation with headquarters in the United States and a presence in Nigeria. They believe that quality medication is a fundamental human right. They focus on bringing high-quality medication manufacturers directly to pharmacies and hospitals, using our Medsaf platform. Their platform provides hospitals and pharmacies with access to credit, ...
Apr 24, 2023•37 min•Ep. 67
Episode #66 with Nthabiseng Sejake, who is a rising star in the world of property investment. Nthabiseng is the founder of B Evolution, a rapidly expanding rental business based in Soweto. Despite having a portfolio with dozens of quality apartments on three sites in Soweto, Nthabiseng's business has been unable to secure funding from South Africa's formal banking sector. Nonetheless, her company has thrived in a market often overlooked by traditional investors. During this episode, she shares h...
Apr 17, 2023•42 min•Ep. 66
Episode #65 with Thierry Ngoga who has 16 years of experience providing strategic and operational solutions to governments and development partners in relation to land management, agriculture, and urban development. His deep experience, which spans at least 17 countries across both Anglophone and Francophone Sub-Saharan Africa, has often focused on designing low-cost, locally grown solutions to issues related to natural resource management, agricultural systems, and governance. What We Discuss W...
Apr 10, 2023•57 min•Ep. 65
Episode #64 with Pritish Behuria who is a Senior Lecturer at the University of Manchester. The university boasts Europe's largest department dedicated to studying global and international development issues, making Pritish an ideal guest to speak on the topic. Additionally, he is a renowned expert in the fields of industrial policy and comparative developmental trajectories, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa. His extensive experience and knowledge allowed him to provide valuable insights and pe...
Apr 03, 2023•46 min•Ep. 64
Episode #63 with Jessica Hope, who is Founder and CEO at Wimbart, which is a boutique public relations company with a heavy emphasis on Africa & emerging markets. They produce hyper-targeted, relevant & meaningful media campaigns for a range of international clients. They work across technology, start-ups, entertainment, social enterprises, entrepreneurs and consumer products, to deliver memorable press campaigns. What We Discuss With Jessica Hope How have PR and communications evolved i...
Mar 27, 2023•32 min•Ep. 63
Episode #62 with Noam Kan, who is Director of International Business Development at XML International, a company that provides unique workforce solutions by partnering with local entities to recruit, onboard, oversee, and pay teams around the world. This approach allows the company to have a deep understanding of the local culture, language, and employment laws, making it easier to provide tailored solutions to its clients. XML International has a large network of partners around the world and i...
Mar 20, 2023•46 min•Ep. 62
Episode #61 with Amir Hussain, who is a Senior Underwriter of Political & Credit Risk at Africa Specialty Risks. With an African-focused and experienced team of underwriters, Africa Specialty Risks provides coverage aimed at facilitating trade and investments for financial institutions, traders, and exporters, to name a few, transacting in Africa. Their mission is to provide the protection and confidence required to grow, develop, and increase business with African counterparties. What We Di...
Mar 13, 2023•44 min•Ep. 61
