Best Fastest Growing Businesses In Africa Podcasts (2024)

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How Africa Is Riding The Crypto Wave 14:35

1d ago14:35

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Bitcoin notched another record high this week, climbing above $93,000 for the first time, with traders exuberant over President-elect Donald Trump’s rhetorical support for crypto. In Africa governments are looking nervously at the growing numbers of young people trading and investing in the token. Bloomberg reporters Bella Genga in Nairobi and Emel…

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This Funding Model is Helping Fight Climate Change 48:10

3d ago48:10

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These climate investors are funding climate startups using a hands-on venture-building model to support founders across Africa. In this episode, we’re joined by James Mwangi from Africa Climate Ventures, Maxime Bayen from Catalyst Fund, and Lyndsay Holley Handler from Delta40. These climate investors are funding climate startups using a hands-on ve…

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Infrastructure That Lasts: Creating Lasting Value by Redefining Project Delivery in Africa with Emeka Obiwulu 44:40

3d ago44:40

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Episode 148 with Emeka Obiwulu, Founder & CEO of The Offshore Lab (TOL). With over two decades of global experience in engineering and project delivery, Emeka has led impactful projects across continents, emphasising sustainable, community-driven solutions that prioritise local engagement and long-term growth. At The Offshore Lab, Emeka focuses on …

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Will Donald Trump’s Presidency Change The US Relationship With Africa? 14:04

9d ago14:04

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What would YOU like to hear about on Bloomberg? Help make shows like ours even better by taking our Bloomberg audience survey. Your morning briefing, the business news you need in just 15 minutes. Donald Trump has been elected president of the United States for the second time -- but with an American First agenda, and trade wars on the horizon, wha…

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Policy, Growth, and Advancing Implementation of the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade in Nigeria with Prachi Agarwal and Alberto Lemma 43:31

10d ago43:31

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Episode 147 with Prachi Agarwal and Alberto Lemma, who are both Research Fellows at the International Economic Development Group at ODI. They came on the podcast to discuss their latest report, "Advancing Implementation of the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital Trade in Nigeria", which explores the transformative potential of the AfCFTA Protocol on Digital…

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Why Indian Billionaire Gautam Adani Has His Sights On East Africa 15:16

16d ago15:16

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What would YOU like to hear about on Bloomberg? Help make shows like ours even better by taking our Bloomberg audience survey. Gautam Adani, the indian billionaire, is investing billions in East African infrastructure projects, from powerlines and ports to to airports - but in Kenya, his deals have been suspended by a court, as protesters are worri…

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Building Digital Trust: How Pawapass Is Addressing Online Verification and Cybersecurity Issues for African Businesses with Sylvia Brune 42:35

19d ago42:35

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Episode 146 with Sylvia Brune who is CEO of pawaPass, a platform making it possible for millions of people in Africa to access services and opportunities without the need for a government-issued ID. With over 50% of people in Africa lacking valid identification, pawaPass offers an inclusive and secure solution to verify users online, enabling them …

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Has The BRICS Summit Brought Russia and Africa Closer? 16:24

23d ago16:24

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What would YOU like to hear about on Bloomberg? Help make shows like ours even better by taking our Bloomberg audience survey. As Russia’s BRICS summit in Kazan comes to end, the Kremlin was keen to demonstrate that attempts to isolate Putin after the invasion of Ukraine have failed. On this week’s episode, Senior Reporter Henry Meyer, and Governme…

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The Importance of African Entrepreneurship in the New Scramble for Africa: Insights From Parminder Vir OBE 48:05

24d ago48:05

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Episode 145 with Parminder Vir OBE, a commercially focused executive with a distinguished career spanning entrepreneurship, media, and business development. Awarded the Order of the British Empire by Queen Elizabeth for her contributions to broadcasting and film, Parminder has made a significant impact on the global stage. As the former CEO of the …

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How a Blocked Oil Pipeline Has Left South Sudan’s Economy In Tatters 13:59

1M ago13:59

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The worlds youngest country, South Sudan, depends on its oil revenue to fund the country, but a blocked pipeline in war torn Sudan to it’s north - has stopped the flow oil and the ability of much of the country to function. Simon Marks joins Jennifer Zabasajja to talk through his reporting from the region, and the despair from South Sudanese citize…

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Grassroots to Global: How the Global Startup Awards Africa Is Promoting and Enabling Innovation Across Startup Nations with Jo Griffiths 42:23

1M ago42:23

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Episode 144 with Jo Griffiths, a visionary global strategist and entrepreneur who works at the crossroads of tech startups, major corporations, government, academia, and investors. As the Co-Founder and CEO of The Global Startup Awards Africa, the largest independent international startup awards platform, Jo has successfully launched groundbreaking…

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Why has Kenya’s Deputy President Been Impeached? 13:43

1M ago13:43

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Three months after deadly protests on the streets of Kenya, the country is facing more political instability. Deputy president Rigathi Gachagua faces being removed from office by lawmakers, after being accused of violating the constitution and formenting division in the country. East Africa Bureau chief Helen Nyambura joins Jennifer Zabasajja to ex…

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Innovating Healthcare in Africa: The Journey to Building Smart Clinics Across Africa With Isidore Kpotufe 51:43

1M ago51:43

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Episode 143 with Isidore Kpotufe, founder of Rivia, a network of smart clinics redefining the healthcare experience across Africa. Rivia offers a "WOW" experience for both in-person and virtual care by leveraging cutting-edge technology to deliver personalised healthcare, convenience, and broaden access to primary care services on the continent. Is…

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Why South Africa's Townships Suffer Worse From Climate Change 14:37

1M ago14:37

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Catastrophic weather events from floods and storms to extreme heat are becoming more common as the climate continues to change, but the impacts are being felt worse among disadvantaged communities. A new report from the World Bank has shown that South Africa's townships are on average 6 to 8 degrees celcius hotter than wealthier suburbs in the same…

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Connecting the Continent: Challenges, Solutions, and Innovations to Increasing Internet Connectivity in Africa with Diseye Isoun 38:54

2M ago38:54

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Episode 142 with Diseye Isoun who is a recognised authority in African broadband development, focusing on expanding internet access, connectivity, and stakeholder engagement across the continent. With extensive experience in the sector, he has a deep understanding of how broadband access drives technological innovation, economic development, educat…

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Can Africa’s Richest Person Revive Nigeria’s Economy 13:34

2M ago13:34

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As his new refinery begins gasoline production in Nigeria, Africa’s richest person, Aliko Dangote spoke exclusively to Bloomberg news. On this week’s podcast, Nduka Orjinmo joins Jennefier Zabasajja to look at who Dangote is, how he built his wealth - and why he thinks his gigantic refinery could help end the country's reliance on fuel subsidies. Y…

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Investing in Our Own: Why Angel Investing Is the Key to Africans Funding Africa With Sola Osinoiki 1:07:17

2M ago1:07:17

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Episode 141 with Sola Osinoiki, who is an author, advisory board member, speaker, founder, growth strategist, and most importantly, angel investor in African startups. Sola Osinoiki is a business executive with over 25 years of working experience in the tech industry. Sola has spent numerous years working on global HR systems implementation and con…

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Why Record Coffee Prices Are A Double-Edged Sword 14:43

2M ago14:43

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Coffee prices are continuing to rise as weather events continue to hit supply. In Uganda farmers are receiving as much as 7000 shillings ($1.89) per kilo - but the windfall is also attracting an unprecedented crime wave. On this episode of the Next Africa podcast, Soft Commodities reporter Mumbi Gitau joins Jennifer Zabasajja to explain what’s behi…

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Seeds of Change: How Access to High-Quality Seeds Can Revolutionise Potato Farming in Africa With Charles Miller 48:03

2M ago48:03

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Episode 140 with Charles Miller, who is Director of Strategic Alliances and Development at Solynta. Charles also serves as a board member of the African Seed Trade Association and on the American Seed Trade Associations International Committee. In addition, Charles is a member of the International Seed Federations Value Chain Expert Group. Solynta …

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Could New Rocket Launch Sites Fuel Africa’s Space Race? 14:46

2M ago14:46

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As Bloomberg revealed this week, the Turkish government is in talks with Somalia over a potential rocket launch site in East Africa. So why is Africa attractive to the Space Industry and what’s holding the continent back from making the most of the space sector to boost its economies? Jennifer Zabasajja is joined by Bloomberg reporter Bruce Einhorn…

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Leveraging Cloud Technologies to Accelerate AI Innovation and Economic Development in Africa with Andrew Mori 52:33

2M ago52:33

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Episode 139 with Andrew Mori, the CEO and co-founder of Deimos, Africa’s leading cloud technology and professional services company based in South Africa. Deimos was born from the desire to place Software Engineering best practices and first principles at the heart of decision making and strategic direction at technology startups and enterprises, t…

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What China's economic woes means for African Debt 14:36

2M ago14:36

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As the 9th Forum on China and Africa gets underway in Beijing, African leaders could find a partner that's less willing to open the checkbook than before. Bloomberg's Neil Munshi and Peter Martin join Jennifer Zabasajja to explain what China wants from African investment and how a struggling economy at home means it wants bigger returns on investme…

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From Local Grain to Global Brand: Launching and Scaling a Successful Ethiopian Superfood Business with Yonas Ademassu Alemu 58:28

2M ago58:28

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Episode 138 with Yonas Ademassu Alemu, an investment banker turned entrepreneur who founded Lovegrass Ethiopia. As the Managing Director of this innovative health food company, Yonas has been instrumental in bringing the rich heritage of Ethiopian grains to the global stage. Lovegrass Ethiopia specialises in creating a diverse range of products, in…

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Could the Mpox Crisis Have Been Avoided? 14:17

3M ago14:17

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Two weeks since the Mpox outbreak was declared a global health emergency, cases have already been seen far beyond Africa. Scientists and public health officials are now asking whether this could have been avoided - and why we need to look again at how we treat tropical disease in Africa. Janice Kew joins Jennifer Zabasajja to give the latest on the…

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How Moniepoint Powers Millions of Businesses Across Nigeria 6:38

3M ago6:38

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There are millions of Moniepoint point-of-sale terminals in use across Nigeria. These point-of-sale devices power Nigeria’s offline economy, and while there are many competitors in this space, Moniepoint appears to beating them all. How did they do it? How did Moniepoint grow so quickly? And why has it become the preferred choice for agents and mer…

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A Party With a Purpose: Rethinking Economics and Impact for Music Festivals in Africa with Walter Wanyanya 56:21

3M ago56:21

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Episode 137 is with Walter Wanyanya, a Zimbabwean creative and tech entrepreneur. He's the founder of Apple gadget retail company TechTools Technology as well as the founder of Ngoma Nehosho, a music promotion and marketing company. In the music industry, he is commonly known for his work as the manager of the late popular musician, Oliver Mtukudzi…

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As Gold Soars Nations Spot A Sparkling Opportunity 13:24

3M ago13:24

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The price of gold has hit another record high, partly driven by demand from central banks that see it as a way of protecting themselves from economic and geopolitical turbulence. Africa's central bankers have been among the buyers, as they see the precious metal as a valuable shield in an uncertain world. Bloomberg’s Ray Ndlovu joins Jennifer Zabas…

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Locally Led Development: The Importance of Local Leadership in International Development With Gretchen Villegas 54:54

3M ago54:54

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Episode 136 is with Gretchen Villegas, a global development executive with a passion for transformation—disrupting poverty and empowering vulnerable populations. Gretchen began her career as a Peace Corps volunteer, where she experienced firsthand the challenges of living in poverty without access to basic resources or education. This experience in…

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Mpox Outbreak Becomes A Global Health Emergency 14:56

3M ago14:56

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A mutated strain of Mpox in Central Africa has been declared a public health emergency of international by the World Health Organisation. About 15,000 cases have been reported so far in the DRC - but at least 6 other African countries have reported cases - and Burundi, Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda have reported their first ever Mpox cases. Bloomberg He…

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The Future of African Brands: How High-Quality Branding Enables African Businesses to Compete on the Global Stage with Sydney Scott Sam 48:21

3M ago48:21

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Sydney Scott Sam, a celebrated leader in Africa’s marketing and entrepreneurship landscape, notably recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30. Over the past decade, he has been at the forefront of a mission to assist African entrepreneurs in establishing robust brands through his tech platform, Workspace Global. Workspace Global has revolutionized access …

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How a $25 million shopping mall shows why Congo has no National ID System 14:57

3M ago14:57

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The ability to prove your ID for a bank account or for public services may be taken for granted in much of the world - but many countries still lack this basic infrastructure. It’s seen as so important - that it’s part of the UN’s sustainable development goals - but this push for biometric ID systems has also opened the door to corruption. An inves…

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Shaping the African Diaspora’s Story: Using New Media-Tech to Discover and Champion Young African Voices All Over the World with Claude Grunitzky 45:13

3M ago45:13

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Episode 134 is with Claude Grunitzky, a Togolese-American journalist, editor, and entrepreneur, renowned for his work in media and investment. As the founder of TRACE TV, Claude has built a career on elevating diverse voices, particularly women and people of colour. He's also committed to nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs in his home c…

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What’s gone wrong with Nigeria’s economy? 14:17

4M ago14:17

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It should be Africa’s powerhouse, with major oil reserves and the continent's largest population. But Nigeria is facing the worse economic crisis in a generation. President Bola Tinubu has responded with radical reforms but, whilst seen by economists as the right thing to do, the measures are for now exacerbating the pain from the economic crisis a…

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Boosting Government Revenue Without Raising Taxes. How African Governments Can Finance New Projects Through Governance Technology With Prakash Sabunani 49:30

4M ago49:30

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Episode 133 is with Prakash Sabunani, Senior Vice President & Partner at N-Soft, a company that uses its advanced solutions to generate extra Government revenues without raising taxes. In ten years of working with emerging states, N-Soft has built substantial expertise in creating innovative technological solutions providing essential support to na…

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Is Michelin finally starting to notice African cooking? 17:12

4M ago17:12

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It may have taken an intervention from a Hollywood star - but the Michelin Guide is slowly starting to recognise the rise of African cuisine in the fancy world of fine dining. Jennifer Zabasajja leaves the Johannesburg studio to visit Akoko - a West African restaurant hitting the big time in London’s West End, and finds out who has more power: Will…

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How Africa's Fastest Growing Company is Helping Retailers Grow 6:53

4M ago6:53

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Small retailers in Nigeria power the economy. But they’re going through some tough times. Devaluation, food inflation, and overall poor economic conditions have made it especially hard for these small businesses to operate. To better understand how retail works, and how these small businesses can grow, we hit the streets of Lagos with Deepankar Rus…

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Boosting Revenue and Solving Payment Failures in Africa: Payment Orchestration Explained with Nader Abdelrazik 56:04

4M ago56:04

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Episode 132 is with Nader Abdelrazik, Co-Founder and CEO of MoneyHash, a company that addresses all payment needs, helping businesses build, optimise, and scale their payment infrastructure at any stage of growth. MoneyHash recently raised $4.5 million to combat payment failures across the MEA region, despite a significant funding slowdown. They ac…

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Introducing 'Here's Why' - Complex News Stories Explained 0:30

4M ago0:30

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Listen to the 'Here's Why' podcast: - on Apple: https://apple.co/3Lg3RGn - on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LiIX9q - or Anywhere: https://bit.ly/3xYsHHy. Each episode of 'Here's Why' uses experts at Bloomberg to explain one news story in just a few minutes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Could Namibia See The World's Last Oil Rush? 13:39

4M ago13:39

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Energies companies from across the world are rushing to exploit huge oil discoveries off the coast of Namibia. Total, Shell and Galp all have plans for projects - which could start as early as this year - transforming the southern African state into a global energy power. Bloomberg’s Paul Burkhardt joins Jennifer Zabasajja to explain what the disco…

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Resilience, Creativity and Building Tech for Real Sectors: The Story of a Serial Entrepreneur Building in Africa with Onyeka Akumah 1:19:20

4M ago1:19:20

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Episode 131 is with Onyeka Akumah who is a serial entrepreneur. He is the Founder and CEO of Treepz, Africa’s leading corporate mobility solutions startup, with more than 5 million customer journeys completed across Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, and Uganda. As a seasoned executive with a background in agriculture, real estate, mobility, and e-commerce, On…

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Will Rwanda ever see true democracy? 15:43

4M ago15:43

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President Paul Kagame is likely to win reelection in Rwanda on Monday: he rarely wins less than 95% of the vote. But despite opposition figures being barred from standing against him, and human rights bodies raising concerns about the country - Kagame remains a key ally for western leaders. Neil Munshi and Simon Marks join Jennifer Zabasajja to tal…

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Fashion With a Purpose: How a Ghanaian Entrepreneur Is Thriving in a Male Dominated Shoemaking Industry with Edna Frimpong 45:59

4M ago45:59

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Episode 130 with Edna Frimpong who is an award-winning entrepreneur who is making remarkable strides in the shoemaking business. Affectionately called the "shoemaker girl," Edna is breaking barriers and inspiring others to pursue their passions, regardless of societal norms. Edna's journey as an entrepreneur began while she was a student at Adonten…

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What rotten fruit tells you about South Africa's decaying infrastructure 12:57

5M ago12:57

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South Arica's growing fruit exports have been a rare bright spot in a stagnant economy. Now they are in peril as well. The near-collapse of the state rail and ports company means 20-hour truck trips are needed to get fruit to export markets before they spoil. Ntando Thukwana joins Jennifer Zabasajja to discuss the threat to an industry that's one o…

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Trust, Metrics, and Impact: A Blueprint for Success in Africa’s 2024 Startup Economy With Efayomi Carr 40:38

5M ago40:38

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Episode 129 with Efayomi Carr, who is Principal at Flourish Ventures, leads Africa investments for Flourish Ventures, and has worked with founders in the startup ecosystem for the last five years. As of November this year, fundraising declined to nearly pre-Covid levels, with startup founders raising only $3.2 billion in a difficult macroeconomic c…

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The Deadly Protests That Forced Kenya's President To Scrap Tax Hikes 12:14

5M ago12:14

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Kenya’s President made a surprise U-turn and withdrew his controversial finance bill which would have raised more than $2bn in taxes. Widespread protests led to the storming of parliament leaving some killed and many more injured - so why have Gen Z been leading the protests - and what does this mean for the future of President Ruto - who put so mu…

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Building Borderless Banking: Transforming Global Financial Access for Individuals and Businesses with Ibrahim Toyeeb Ibitade 36:41

5M ago36:41

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Episode 128 with Ibrahim Toyeeb Ibitade, co-founder and CEO of Leatherback, on his remarkable journey as a fintech founder and entrepreneur and the driving force behind his mission to transform global financial access for individuals and businesses. Driven by the need to enable global financial access, payments, commerce, and lifestyle opportunitie…

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Could Solar Be The Answer To Africa’s Energy Crisis? 12:58

5M ago12:58

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Countries all across Africa have some of the most potential for solar power in the world, receiving high levels of sunshine all year round. But costs and delays mean very few have been able to benefit from it. Will solar power remain just an expensive way for the rich to avoid the unreliable energy grid, or will it hope to increase access to power …

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Building a Long-Term Payment Infrastructure in Africa That Removes Currency Friction and Accelerates Economic Growth with Elizabeth Rossiello 30:21

5M ago30:21

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Episode 127 with Elizabeth Rossiello, who is the CEO and founder of AZA Finance, an established provider of currency trading solutions that accelerate global access to frontier markets through innovative infrastructure. By leveraging cutting-edge technology in its flagship products, TransferZero and BFX, AZA is able to significantly lower the cost …

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Why African Nations Are Betting On A Copper Coated Future 14:39

5M ago14:39

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With the price of copper hovering around record highs thanks to the demand for the green transition - Zambia and the DRC want to seize an opportunity to capitalize on this and rebuild their economies. At DRC Mining week in Lubumbashi, copper is high on the agenda - and Bloomberg’s William Clowes speaks to us from the conference. Plus Matthew Hill i…

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An African Tech Exit - Selling Sendwave for $500 Million 9:47

5M ago9:47

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One of the African tech ecosystem's largest exits was the 2020 sale of Sendwave to WorldRemit for $500 million. Sid Sridhar was Sendwave's Head of Business at the time, and in this episode, Sid shares his M&A lessons for the African tech ecosystem. Sid is now the Head of Business at Wave, the mobile money company spun out of Sendwave that's competi…

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