SCIX African Trade Talks
137 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago -Scix African Trade Talks is a Africa business podcast, focusing on different topics that drive commerce across the continent. The Show is hosted by Chad Chawanda an entrepreneur with over 21 years experience doing business in Africa. It is a media partner of IATF an Intra Africa trade initiative of Afreximbank, in Collaboration with the African Union and the AFCFTA Secretariat, hosted by African governments.
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Chad Chawanda- The Host, Intra Africa Trade, February update.
March 01, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 27.2 MBThe Africa Continental Free Trade Area was launched on the 1st of January 2021. In this episode Chad the host takes us through some of the key insights of the month, this episode is also about feedback and gratitude to all our listeners.
Cham Etienne Bama- Cameroonian Trade Policy Expert
February 26, 2021 13:00 - 28 minutes - 53.6 MBIn this episode, our guest is Cham Etienne Bama, a Cameroonian trade policy expert who has been actively involved in the consultation process towards the establishment of the African Continental Free Trade Area. Cham shares insights on some of the leading trade facilitation challenges faced by African Regional Economic Communities, noting that the success of the African Continental integration project, hinges on addressing the sub regional impediments to trade.
Philippa Rodseth Executive Director -The Manufacturing Circle
February 22, 2021 17:19 - 29 minutes - 53.6 MBAfrica has been a leading supplier of various raw materials to other markets, it’s time to change. We need to grow our manufacturing capacity. We hear from Philippa Rodseth, Executive director of The Manufacturing Circle, an organization formed by South African manufacturers, she shares insights on the South African Manufacturing industry.
Ope Sule-Business Development Manager at the London Stock Exchange within the Africa division.
February 12, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 27.3 MBOpe Sule shares insights on the function of Capital markets and why African businesses should consider listing on the London Stock Exchange.
Justin Chadwick- CEO of the Citrus Growers Association of Southern Africa
February 08, 2021 13:00 - 21 minutes - 39.5 MBJustin Chadwick, shares insights on the Citrus industry in Southern Africa. He has over 30 years industry knowledge. The Citrus industry is one of the few industries that have seen market growth during the pandemic period.
Chad Chawanda- The Host, Intra Africa Trade Monthly Updates.
February 05, 2021 13:00 - 14 minutes - 27.8 MBThe Africa Continental Free Trade Area was launched on the 1st of January 2021. In this episode Chad the host takes us through some of the key insights of the month, this episode is also about feedback and gratitude to all our listeners.
Hazel Chimhandamba - Executive Head of Marketing. Cell C.
January 18, 2021 13:00 - 17 minutes - 32.3 MBOn this episode, Hazel takes us through her Journey as a marketer in Africa. Hazel’s marketing experience has spanned from the agency space to the corporate field and her specialities include PR, classical marketing, brand marketing and sponsorships.
Kim Dancey - Head Payment Regulatory Risk, FirstRand -Rest of Africa and India
January 15, 2021 13:25 - 29 minutes - 55.3 MBKim Dancey, shares her insights on the digital economy in Africa, noting that in order to survive, businesses and entrepreneurs alike, need to adapt fast. Kim also highlights aspects of intra-continental trade that need to be improved, based on her travel experience across Africa. On the whole Kim is optimistic of the potential of the AfCFTA to facilitate the necessary change.
Dylan Piatti- Managing Director Africa: Advantage Group International
January 11, 2021 13:00 - 27 minutes - 50.3 MBDylan Piatti takes us through his business experience in Africa, interacting with startups, technology startups and established businesses. As the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AFCFTA) has been launched, access to information is key in order for one to be successful. Dylan shares some insights on South Africa and Africa at large.
Salim Eceolaza - Managing Director Simbisa Brands Kenya
January 08, 2021 13:07 - 25 minutes - 48.1 MBSalam shares his journey from leading at a top Accounting firm in Zimbabwe to being seconded to a branch in New York. He takes us through his experience in New York, London and how he came back to Zimbabwe to start his entrepreneurship journey, which led him back into the corporate world.
Rahul Patel - Corporate Executive turned Serial Entrepreneur
January 04, 2021 12:59 - 30 minutes - 56.7 MBRahul Patel takes us through his journey from The UK to relocating to South Africa and his transition from different sectors of industry and finally creating value in the Technology space in Africa. He also shares with us insights on how technology is growing in Africa.
Adam Molai- Founder and Chairman of TRT Investments and Jua kickstarter Fund
January 01, 2021 14:36 - 32 minutes - 59.8 MBAdam talks to us about Jua kickstarter fund and the reason why he created this fund. He explains to us the importance of getting funding when one starts a business and how to acquire capital. He takes us through the journey of how he started his business and how he got financed as a young businessman.
Irvaan Maharaj - Business Development Manager for the Walvis Bay corridor group in South Africa.
December 28, 2020 13:02 - 15 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this episode Irvaan talks about the Walvis Bay Corridor Ports around Africa and their role in providing landlocked countries access to the rest of the world. He explains how the various corridors link numerous African countries together and allows them to import and export around the world. He talks about the challenges they face in the different ports and how they overcome them.
Stanislas Drochon: Head of Strategy & Transformation – Africa – Puma Energy.
December 23, 2020 12:57 - 24 minutes - 45.2 MBToday Stan shares his experience in the energy industry in Africa. Stan is French and has lived in different countries in Africa. He has travelled to over 25 African countries and expresses his experiences and love of East Africa. He tells us the importance of understanding each unique market when looking to invest and approaching each market differently in order to succeed in business.
Florian Kemmerich: Managing Partner at Bamboo Capital Partners.
November 04, 2020 13:40 - 29 minutes - 54.6 MBAccess to capital in Africa has been a challenge. However impact investing is growing on the continent, which will improve the quality of startups and sme’s in Africa. Florian Kemmerich takes us through his journey, with regards to impact investing in Africa and other emerging markets.
Hazel Chimhandamba: Executive Head Marketing, Cell C South Africa.
November 02, 2020 13:05 - 21 minutes - 40.4 MBAfrica is a huge market with great opportunities. However each country is unique and one would need an indepth understanding of the market before successfuly launching a marketing strategy. In this episode Hazel talks about the diverse African markets she has worked in and how she has found it useful to understand the uniqueness in the culture of each market before launching any campaign.
Thebe Ikalafeng: Founder and Principal at Africa Brand Leadership Academy.
October 30, 2020 13:03 - 19 minutes - 37.1 MBAfrica has been dominated mostly by international brands. In this episode Thebe Ikalafeng takes us through the journey of building brands in Africa. He also shares his experience traveling around Africa; having travelled to every African country.
Craig Allan: Managing Director-Cardinal Maritime SA (Pty) Ltd
October 28, 2020 14:40 - 17 minutes - 32 MBThe cost of movement of goods in Africa is higher than other continents. This has a huge impact in doing business in Africa. In this episode Craig Allan shares his knowledge of moving less than a container load shipments from Durban ports to different destinations within Africa.
Roland Kwemain: The Chairman of Go Ahead Africa Ltd. Leadership coach, Author and notable Speaker.
October 26, 2020 14:11 - 29 minutes - 55.7 MBIn order for one to operate and be successful in Africa where there are diverse cultures, it is important to have leadership skills, in particular; soft skills. These will help take the business further while building a great team. In this episode Roland takes us through his experience coaching future leaders and entrepreneurs in Africa. He also takes us through his journey as Junior Chamber International (JCI) President.
Felix Erken: CEO of Junkmail Marketplaces, entrepreneur, businessman, innovator and international speaker.
October 23, 2020 12:59 - 24 minutes - 46.5 MBDigital businesses have experienced growth during the Covid-19 pandemic environment. Felix Erken has been a trailblazer in the digital space where he has been running a leading web based business since 1997. In this episode, Felix takes us through his experience in tech business in Africa.
Carl Bates: Chief Executive of Sirdar Group, Author of; Traversing the Avalanche and The Laws of Extreme Business Success. An astute businessman and entrepreneur.
October 21, 2020 13:00 - 23 minutes - 45.2 MBMany African businesses have ignored the role of a value adding board, yet implementing corporate governance and appointing a high-performance board can create exponential growth for any business. In this episode Carl Bates takes us through the corporate governance world, which he has been spearheading since he was 18 years old.
Craig Irvine: CEO of Irvines Africa, YPO member and YEs world entrepreneur of the year master class for Southern Africa.
October 19, 2020 12:59 - 18 minutes - 34.9 MBIrvines has been operational for 65 years. It is an example of a successful family business which contributes significantly to creating jobs for low and middle class Africans. It also services a market of 20 countries in Africa. In this episode Craig Irvine joins us. He shares the Irvines story and insights of the poultry industry in Africa.
Craig Irvine: CEO of Irvines Africa, YPO member and EY world entrepreneur of the year master class for Southern Africa.
October 19, 2020 12:59 - 18 minutes - 34.9 MBIrvines has been operational for 65 years. It is an example of a successful family business which contributes significantly to creating jobs for low and middle class Africans. It also services a market of 20 countries in Africa. In this episode Craig Irvine joins us. He shares the Irvines story and insights of the poultry industry in Africa.
Raymond Chimhandamba: Internationally published FMCG expert, content creator, international speaker and thought leader in the hygiene sector in Africa.
October 16, 2020 12:57 - 24 minutes - 46 MBRaymond Chimhandamba an African expert in FMCG, takes us through the diverse FMCG Markets in Africa.
Emery Rubagenga: A Rwandan businessman with interests in mining, investment, HR and micro finance.
October 15, 2020 08:20 - 16 minutes - 31.4 MBMr. Rubagenga is a member of the Premier Leadership Organization of Chief Executives in the World: “Young Presidents Organization” & currently serves at its Global Board of Directors (YPO). In this episode Emery shares his experience doing business in Rwanda & Africa and the lessons he has learnt throughout his journey as an entrepreneur.
Bako Ambianda: An Astute Businessman, Versatile and Innovative Entrepreneur, Chairman and CEO of Labacorp Group of Companies (LGA), International Speaker, Notable and Published Author.
October 12, 2020 13:02 - 23 minutes - 43.5 MBAfter moving to the United States, Bako Ambianda began to realise and live out his dream. Bako will take us through the journey of starting a successful business in America, which has connected the African diaspora and fostered foreign direct investment in Africa.
Martin Kaali Shipanga: Chairman- Namibia Chamber of Commerce & Industry (NCCI), Windhoek. Member of the High Level Panel on the Economy of the President of Namibia (HLPNE), serial entrepreneur founder and CEO of Shipanga holdings.
October 09, 2020 12:58 - 22 minutes - 43.1 MBNamibia has a small population with a high GDP per capita. This makes it a lucrative investment destination. Martin Kaali Shipanga takes us through some important lessons with regards to doing business in Namibia and his Intra African trade experience in Namibia.
Bertin Muderhwa: Deputy Head in charge of Studies and Statistics at Fédération des Entreprises du Congo (FEC).
October 07, 2020 12:58 - 37 minutes - 69.6 MBThe DRC is known as the country with the most resources in Africa and one of the richest countries in the world, yet it is perceived as one of the most difficult countries to work in. Bertin Muderhwa joins us from Kinshasa to share insights on DRC, his experience doing business in English-speaking countries and why DRC should be viewed in a more positive light.
Christopher Mugaga, founder of Econometer Global Capital and CEO of Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce.
September 25, 2020 17:46 - 26 minutes - 49.1 MBFor Africa to have accelerated growth there is need to invest more in research and development (R & D). Our guest, Mr Christopher Mugaga, gives more insight on how R & D can be impactful in growing intra African trade.
Adam Molai, African Industrialist and founder of TRT Investments.
September 21, 2020 13:02 - 32 minutes - 60.8 MBIn this episode we hear from Adam Molai, an African Industrialist and Chairman of TRT Investments, a diversified investment company which operates in West and Southern Africa and has recently made forays into the US and European markets. He has also invested in Tobacco, logistics, construction, mining, banking, insurance, general manufacturing, fuel and lubricants.
Sameer Pelwan, CEO and founder of Emerald Soft Gold. An African hair piece manufacturing company.
September 18, 2020 13:02 - 27 minutes - 51.3 MBThe hair industry is an untapped market in Africa. In this episode we speak to Sameer Pelwan, an entrepreneur who has championed Intra African trade in the African Hair industry.
Fund Management and Private Equity Investments with Donovan Chimhandamba
September 14, 2020 12:59 - 32 minutes - 61 MBCan Private Equity and Diaspora Investments drive growth in Intra African Trade? In this episode we talk to Donovan Chimhandamba, founder of Arkein Capital, Nyanza Light Metals and Diaspora Infrastructure Development Group (DIDG).
Talking logistics with DHL Africa Director, Jeff Phiri
September 11, 2020 13:01 - 26 minutes - 50 MBLogistics plays a key Role in Intra African trade. In this episode we hear from Jeff Phiri who has over 25 years experience in the logistics business across Africa.
Supply Chain in Africa with BigCold CEO, Newton Matope.
September 04, 2020 13:31 - 23 minutes - 43.7 MBIn this episode Chad speaks to Newton Matope, who is based in East Africa, about Supply Chain in Africa. The interview seeks to shed light on and allows the audience to understand the challenges and opportunities around Supply Chain, as Africa gets ready for Intra African Trade.
JCCI President, Jacki Mpondo-Hendricks journey in Intra-African trade
August 31, 2020 15:34 - 26 minutes - 50 MBNigeria and South Africa are the 2 largest economies in Africa. South Africa ratified the AFCFTA and Nigeria is yet to ratify. In this episode we hear from Jackie Mpondo-Hendricks who has done business in both countries, mainly focusing on the telecommunications sector. Jacki is the 1st black female President of the 130 year old Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI). We discuss the uniqueness of doing business on the African Continent, in countries which have different histori...
Learning about business in Africa through podcasts
August 14, 2020 13:00 - 24 minutes - 47.2 MBThe host, Chad Chawanda is being interviewed by Rutendo Nyamuda; the founder of Tinzwe media, host and producer of "In my 20s" podcast. The interview is about the SCIX African Trade talks Podcast, Chads journey doing business in Africa, who Chad is and why podcasting?
SCIX African Trade Talks
August 13, 2020 13:35 - 50 seconds - 2.17 MBThe show will be a 25 to 30 minute interview based show, that aims to drive the Intra-African trade agenda through discussions with relevant stakeholders on matters of: Business opportunities in Africa, the removal of trade barriers in Africa, learning from those who have been trading in Africa, connecting investors to African markets and lastly give a perspective of how much trade has evolved in Africa, since the formation of the Organisation of African Union (OAU) which later became the Af...