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Think BIG for Africa

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This podcast is for people who are interested in Africa’s development. We bring you interesting conversations with local, national, and international African leaders from all walks of life (home and abroad). Leaders who are doing their bit to progress Africa’s development. 

Conversation topics will range from Education, Science, Economics, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Business, Politics, Health, Relationships, Career, Spirituality, Entertainment, Art, Social, and Other Global Issues. Conversations about everything that concerns Africa’s development. 

Africa has so many wonderful achievers worldwide, and this is exactly what we will bring to you on The Think BIG for Africa Podcast.

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Donatien Ishimwe | The Role of Petroleum in Africa’s Energy Independence and Future

April 16, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is Rwandan Petroleum Geoscientist; Donatien Ishimwe. We discussed the means for Africa to achieve Energy Independence.   Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!

Donatien Ishimwe | Future of Petroleum in Africa’s Energy Independence, Poverty, and Transition

April 16, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is Rwandan Petroleum Geoscientist; Donatien Ishimwe. We discussed the means for Africa to achieve Energy Independence.   Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc). Enjoy!

Jermaine Craig | Kwanda – Empowering the Implementation of Local-Led Solutions for African Problems

March 28, 2024 15:00 - 1 hour - 67 MB

Welcome back to another episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s conversation, my guest is Jermaine Craig the Founder of Kwanda.  Jermaine is a London-born Egba gentleman, a Social Entrepreneur whose platform is bringing Africans in the diasporans together to fund local-led solutions in Africa. My insightful conversation with Jermaine went through various connecting tunnels and I think it is a must-listen/watch for any African who wishes to be part of the solution to Africa’s...

Ethel Kuuya | “Leading Beyond Now” – Commitments, Values, Challenging Norms, and Zimbabwe Land Reform

March 18, 2024 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is a leadership, culture, and transformation expert; Ethel Kuuya. Ethel specializes in helping organizations and leaders navigate the intersection of culture, leadership, and innovation as a coach and mentor. Ethel recently published “Leading Beyond Now - Five Commitments for Africa to Thrive.” In the first third of our conversation, Ethel and I discussed what it means to lead beyond now and the five commitments....

Oluyomi Martins | Nigeria's Economic State: What Went Wrong?

March 08, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

In this week’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. my conversation is with a brother/friend, and a former guest, Oluyomi Martins. Our conversation covers various issues and concerns about Nigeria’s current economic situation. We are asking questions to try to find out what happened and the way forward. 00:00 Introduction 02:35 NLC Protest in Nigeria 03:32 Fuel Subsidy & Nigeria's Failed Projects 15:27 Leadership Will Needed to Remake Nigeria 17:06 Things Nigerians are Afraid to Sa...

Mbulelo Jili | The Local Agency - Effective Marketing Strategies for Diverse African Markets

February 28, 2024 21:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Mbulelo Jili; a Branding Guru and Market Analyst. Mbulelo is the Founder and Managing Director of “The Local Agency.” The Local Agency helps brands scale & construct data-driven marketing strategies in African markets.  This conversation was relatively short, however we covered several important topics. It started with banter where I exposed my Ignorance of music trends – I had only recently discovered Burna B...

Adedeji Odulesi | International Master of Ceremony - The Benefits of Understanding and Speaking Multiple Languages

February 20, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MB

In today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is a polyglot Adedeji Odulesi. Adedeji is fluent in three Nigerian and four European languages. This extraordinary language skill and composure enable Adedeji to become a sort after International Master of Ceremony. Also, Adedeji has a YouTube channel where he showcases other Africans with excellent language skills. Africa being a continent with over 3,000 languages, I was excited to speak with Adedeji on his views about the i...

Syombua A Kibue | Uncommon: Exploring The Business of Sports in Africa

February 06, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 69.9 MB

This month is the 3rd anniversary of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. I’m grateful to all my guests and members of my audience worldwide. I’m thankful for supporting me on this incredible journey. Please help me reach more people by sharing and inviting others to the podcast. In this first episode of our anniversary month, my guest is an uncommon Sports Business Entrepreneur; Syombua A Kibue. Syombua is a Sports Pathway Specialist and an advocate for Girls and Women in Sports, Investor & M...

Dr. Bridget Nwagbara | Public Health Specialist and Researcher: Advocating for Cardio-Vascular Health

January 28, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is a medical doctor, a Public Health Specialist, and a Researcher; Bridget Nwagbara. Bridget is an advocate for cardiovascular health and longevity. She is also the Co-founder of Viedial Healthcare which builds personalized care to prevent cardiovascular diseases.   In this conversation, we covered topics like; -       Why Africans are prone to Cardio-Vascular diseases -       The MYTH of long life in African v...

Oluyomi Martins: Impact and Recovery of Excessive and Incorrect Bank Charges and Fees

January 14, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. My guest on today’s episode is one of my many brothers, Oluyomi Martins. Yomi is a Business Coach and financial services consultant with over two decades of work experience in various International Banks and Financial Services Training and Consulting Firms. Nearly all of us have bank accounts, and incur fees and charges for using them. In his recently published book “How to Conduct A Bank Statement Forensic Audit” Yomi takes us from debit th...

Oluyomi Martins | Impact and Recovery of Excessive and Incorrect Bank Charges and Fees

January 14, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. My guest on today’s episode is one of my many brothers, Oluyomi Martins. Yomi is a Business Coach and financial services consultant with over two decades of work experience in various International Banks and Financial Services Training and Consulting Firms. Nearly all of us have bank accounts, and incur fees and charges for using them. In his recently published book “How to Conduct A Bank Statement Forensic Audit” Yomi takes us from debit th...

Oluyomi Martins | Excessive and Incorrect Bank Charges and Fees

January 14, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. My guest on today’s episode is one of my many brothers, Oluyomi Martins. Yomi is a Business Coach and financial services consultant with over two decades of work experience in various International Banks and Financial Services Training and Consulting Firms. Nearly all of us have bank accounts, and incur fees and charges for using them. In his recently published book “How to Conduct A Bank Statement Forensic Audit” Yomi takes us from debit th...

Oluyomi Martins: Recovery of Excessive and Incorrect Bank Charges and Fees

January 14, 2024 20:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. My guest on today’s episode is one of my many brothers, Oluyomi Martins. Yomi is a Business Coach and financial services consultant with over two decades of work experience in various International Banks and Financial Services Training and Consulting Firms. Yomi has recently written the book “How to Conduct A Bank Statement Forensic Audit.” As a financial services consultant and bank statement forensic auditor, Yomi has assisted individuals,...

Paul Breloff | Shortlist: Human Capital in Africa, Angel-Investing and Entrepreneurship

January 03, 2024 22:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Happy New Year! I wish you and your loved ones good health, joy, and happiness. May you use 2024 to advance your purpose for the betterment of all in your orbit. Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. Today’s episode was recorded just before Christmas and got caught up in the holiday celebrations. Now, this relatively brief but insightful episode will start us off to an exciting 2024. My guest is an American Entrepreneur and angel Investor who lives in Nairobi; Paul Breloff. Pau...

Paul Breloff | Shortlist: Human Capital Dynamics in Africa, Angel-Investing and Entrepreneurship

January 03, 2024 22:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MB

Happy New Year! I wish you and your loved ones good health, joy, and happiness. May you use 2024 to advance your purpose for the betterment of all in your orbit. Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. Today’s episode was recorded just before Christmas and got caught up in the holiday celebrations. Now, this insightful episode starts our exciting 2024. My guest is an American Entrepreneur and angel Investor who lives in Nairobi; Paul Breloff. Paul is the CEO and co-founder of Sho...

Sylvester Sedibane | Why Africa May NEVER Achieve The Pan-African Dream

December 20, 2023 15:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB

ALL Pan-Africanists MUST Hear This! A bonus topic in my recent conversation with Sylvester Sedibane; a young, purpose-driven leader from South Africa. If Africans want to be United, then we MUST stop telling ourselves bogus and untrue stories. #africa #developafrica #leadership #panafricanism #oneafrica #africandiversity #criticalthinking #curiosity #africanyouths #makeafricagreat #africa2050 

Why Africa May NEVER Achieve The Pan-African Dream | Sylvester Sedibane

December 20, 2023 15:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MB

ALL Pan-Africanists MUST Hear This! A bonus topic in my recent conversation with Sylvester Sedibane; a young, purpose-driven leader from South Africa. If Africans want to be United, then we MUST stop telling ourselves bogus and untrue stories. #africa #developafrica #leadership #panafricanism #oneafrica #africandiversity #criticalthinking #curiosity #africanyouths #makeafricagreat #africa2050 

Purpose Driven Servant Leadership, Education, Curiosity, and Visa-Free Travel | Sylvester Sedibane

December 19, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. my guest is a young Educationalist. Entrepreneur and Ethical Leader from South Africa; Sylvester Sedibane. Sylvester is a purpose-driven individual who is passionate about personal growth and development and has a strong desire to help young people navigate the challenges and opportunities of life. He is currently in Kigali, Rwanda, so we started the conversation with a constructive discussion about traveling in Africa and the recent a...

Sylvester Sedibane | Purpose Driven Servant Leadership, Education, Curiosity, and Visa-Free Travel

December 19, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. my guest is a young Educationalist. Entrepreneur and Ethical Leader from South Africa; Sylvester Sedibane. Sylvester is a purpose-driven individual who is passionate about personal growth and development and has a strong desire to help young people navigate the challenges and opportunities of life. He is currently in Kigali, Rwanda, so we started the conversation with a constructive discussion about traveling in Africa and the recent a...

Visa-Free Travel, Education, Curiosity, Purpose, and Servant Leadership | Sylvester Sedibane

December 19, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. my guest is a young Educationalist. Entrepreneur and Ethical Leader from South Africa; Sylvester Sedibane. Sylvester is a purpose-driven individual who is passionate about personal growth and development and has a strong desire to help young people navigate the challenges and opportunities of life. He is currently in Kigali, Rwanda, so we started the conversation with a constructive discussion about traveling in Africa and the recent a...

Visa-Free Travel, Curiosity, Education, Purpose, Spirituality, The Average Mind | Sylvester Sedibane

December 19, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

In today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. my guest is a young Educationalist. Entrepreneur and Ethical Leader from South Africa; Sylvester Sedibane. Sylvester is a purpose-driven individual who is passionate about personal growth and development and has a strong desire to help young people navigate the challenges and opportunities of life. He is currently in Kigali, Rwanda, so we started the conversation with a constructive discussion about traveling in Africa and the recent a...

John Kofi Annan | The Meaning, Relevance, Status, and Future of Pan-Africanism

December 12, 2023 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MB

As part of my recent conversation with John Kofi Annan, we delved into the Meaning, Relevance, Status, and Future of Pan-Africanism  Skill Based Education, Technology, Meritocracy, Integrity in Leadership | John Kofi Annan Video: https://youtu.be/Db-z8YhM08Y Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1709230/14118646

The Meaning, Relevance, Status, and Future of Pan-Africanism | John Kofi Annan

December 12, 2023 00:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MB

As part of my recent conversation with John Kofi Annan, we delved into the Meaning, Relevance, Status, and Future of Pan-Africanism  Skill Based Education, Technology, Meritocracy, Integrity in Leadership | John Kofi Annan Video: https://youtu.be/Db-z8YhM08Y Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1709230/14118646

Skill Based Education, Technology, Meritocracy, Integrity in Leadership | John Kofi Annan

December 10, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is John Kofi Annan, a Ghanaian who has lived in Nigeria for several years. John is a Global Tech Coach, Public Speaker, ICT/Management Consultant, Leadership Coach, and Pan-Africanist. John started from a humble but solid beginning. He learned business and people skills from his mum and he has used these to create impact for thousands of young Africans. The first six-minute banter is not included here, but it’s ...

John Kofi Annan | Skill Based Education, Technology, Meritocracy, Integrity in Leadership

December 10, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is John Kofi Annan, a Ghanaian who has lived in Nigeria for several years. John is a Global Tech Coach, Public Speaker, ICT/Management Consultant, Leadership Coach, and Pan-Africanist. John started from a humble but solid beginning. He learned business and people skills from his mum and he has used these to create impact for thousands of young Africans. The first six-minute banter is not included here, but it’s ...

Everyone Needs Adequate ACCESS to Contribute to Africa’s Development | Daniel Kwaku Merki

December 01, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 66 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Daniel Kwaku Merki. Daniel enables African entrepreneurs to create solutions to Africa's most challenging problems and to promote general-purpose technologies of the 21st century on the continent. My conversation with Daniel started with him telling me about systemizing to role of Angel Investing. Then, a series of important and interesting topics; Access Availability – Education  General Purpose Technology St...

Daniel Kwaku Merki | Everyone Needs Adequate ACCESS to Contribute to Africa’s Development

December 01, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 66 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Daniel Kwaku Merki. Daniel enables African entrepreneurs to create solutions to Africa's most challenging problems and to promote general-purpose technologies of the 21st century on the continent. My conversation with Daniel started with him telling me about systemizing to role of Angel Investing. Then, a series of important and interesting topics; Access Availability – Education  General Purpose Technology St...

Everyone Need Adequate ACCESS to Contribute to Africa’s Development | Daniel Kwaku Merki

December 01, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 66 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Daniel Kwaku Merki. Daniel enables African entrepreneurs to create solutions to Africa's most challenging problems and to promote general-purpose technologies of the 21st century on the continent. My conversation with Daniel started with him telling me about systemizing to role of Angel Investing. Then, a series of important and interesting topics; Access Availability – Education  General Purpose Technology St...

SALT House: Promoting and Embedding INCLUSION In Africa - African Inclusion Festival | David Owumi

November 23, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB

Welcome to another episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. Today, I have a third-time returning guest David Owumi. David is the founder of SALT House – Africa’s First INCLUSION Research Institute. He is one of my favorite guests as he and his organization are taking on important work in our society. In this conversation, we explored the complexity of African society and the various SALT House initiatives to promote and embed Inclusion. SALT House Initiatives – such as SALT House Busin...

David Owumi | SALT House: Promoting and Embedding INCLUSION In Africa - African Inclusion Festival

November 23, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 60.1 MB

Welcome to another episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. Today, I have a third-time returning guest David Owumi. David is the founder of SALT House – Africa’s First INCLUSION Research Institute. He is one of my favorite guests as he and his organization are taking on important work in our society. In this conversation, we explored the complexity of African society and the various SALT House initiatives to promote and embed Inclusion. SALT House Initiatives – such as SALT House Busin...

Health in Africa: Survived A Cancerous Brain Tumor and Living with Epilepsy | Sharon Mbugua

November 16, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Sharon Mbugua; a friend I met in Nairobi in 2006. Back then Sharon was working in Market Research and Consumer Insights. However, this conversation was not about her career, it was about the most precious gift we have; life. Sharon survived a brain tumor and today, she is living with epilepsy and the impacts on her life. Our conversation started with a chit-chat catch-up after 17 years and evolved into; Life-...

Sharon Mbugua | Health in Africa: Survived A Cancerous Brain Tumor and Living with Epilepsy

November 16, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 63.3 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Sharon Mbugua; a friend I met in Nairobi in 2006. Back then Sharon was working in Market Research and Consumer Insights. However, this conversation was not about her career, it was about the most precious gift we have; life. Sharon survived a brain tumor and today, she is living with epilepsy and the impacts on her life. Our conversation started with a chit-chat catch-up after 17 years and evolved into; Life-...

Bavukile Vilane | Whatsnxt for The Young Generations of Africans

November 09, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, I have an amazing young guest; Bavukile Vilane. Bavu is from South Africa. He is a consultant, entrepreneur, speaker, and the Founder of Whatsnxt.   Our conversation opened with Bavu telling about his discovery of the beauty and elegance of African cities and his desire to explore more. A beautiful start of an interesting and thought-provoking conversation.  -       A Father’s Voice – The lessons from his father that bui...

Whatsnxt for The Young Generations of Africans | Bavukile Vilane

November 09, 2023 00:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, I have an amazing young guest; Bavukile Vilane. Bavu is from South Africa. He is a consultant, entrepreneur, speaker, and the Founder of Whatsnxt.   Our conversation opened with Bavu telling about his discovery of the beauty and elegance of African cities and his desire to explore more. A beautiful start of an interesting and thought-provoking conversation.  -       A Father’s Voice – The lessons from his father that bui...

Caring -The Soul of Leadership, Truth, Perception, Goals, and Instant Gratification | Ayodeji Oyebola

October 31, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is Ayodeji Oyebola. Ayodeji is a Business Strategist, Author, Leadership scholar, Keynote Speaker, and Organization Development consultant. Gallup’s Top 5 Strengths: Strategic, Ideation, Responsibility, Developer, and Relator This conversation started with a discussion about Deji’s work as an Organization Development consultant and his book titled “Caring -The Soul of Leadership”. Then discussed the phenomenon of subjective tr...

Ayodeji Oyebola | Caring: The Soul of Leadership, Truth, Perception, Goals, and Instant Gratification

October 31, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MB

On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is Ayodeji Oyebola. Ayodeji is a Business Strategist, Author, Leadership scholar, Keynote Speaker, and Organization Development consultant. Gallup’s Top 5 Strengths: Strategic, Ideation, Responsibility, Developer, and Relator This conversation started with a discussion about Deji’s work as an Organization Development consultant and his book titled “Caring -The Soul of Leadership”. Then discussed the phenomenon of subjective tr...

Amne Suedi | Opportunities for Win-Win Investments in Africa

October 22, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. Today’s conversation is one of the most impactful in the last two years of speaking with leaders from across Africa. My guest is a lawyer and entrepreneur; Amne Suedi. Amne work is unlocking opportunities for both local businesses and investors by forging strategic partnerships across Eastern African markets. She has adopted the moniker of Africa's pickiest Investment Adviser.  Amne has an honest assessment of the real opportunities that wil...

Opportunities for Win-Win Investments in Africa | Amne Suedi

October 22, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. Today’s conversation is one of the most impactful in the last two years of speaking with leaders from across Africa. My guest is a lawyer and entrepreneur; Amne Suedi. Amne work is unlocking opportunities for both local businesses and investors by forging strategic partnerships across Eastern African markets. She has adopted the moniker of Africa's pickiest Investment Adviser.  Amne has an honest assessment of the real opportunities that wil...

Honest Assessment of The Opportunities for Win-Win Investments in Africa | Amne Suedi

October 22, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour - 54.5 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. Today’s conversation is one of the most impactful in the last two years of speaking with leaders from across Africa. My guest is a lawyer and entrepreneur; Amne Suedi. Amne work is unlocking opportunities for both local businesses and investors by forging strategic partnerships across Eastern African markets. She has adopted the moniker of Africa's pickiest Investment Adviser.  Amne has an honest assessment of the real opportunities that wil...

Catch-Up On Recent Event in Africa: Military Leadership, Governance, Democracy, Institutions, One Africa, Speeches | Adesola Orimalade

October 16, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

On today's episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, I'm bringing you an interesting catch-up conversation with my good friend Adesola Harold Orimalade. Sola is a returning guest on the podcast. He is a member of the Association of Corporate Treasurers, the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, and the Chartered Institution of Credit Management. I and Sola have these conversations about issues in Africa from time to time and I hope that I will be able to share more with you. We ...

Catch-Up On Recent and Interesting Issues in Africa With Adesola Harold Orimalade

October 16, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

On today's episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, I'm bringing you an interesting catch-up conversation with my good friend Adesola Harold Orimalade. Sola is a returning guest on the podcast. He is a member of the Association of Corporate Treasurers, the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, and the Chartered Institution of Credit Management. I and Sola have these conversations about issues in Africa from time to time and I hope that I will be able to share more with you. We ...

Strategic Partnership, Art of Technology, Education, God, Knowing Oneself, Net Emission Goals | Destiny Agbanimu

October 08, 2023 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is Destiny Agbanimu. Destiny is a business growth manager with a focus on product, and strategic partnerships. Currently, Destiny is the Head of Funding and Partnership at Eko Innovation Center a portfolio of Hazon Holdings, He has successfully driven and managed various programs and tech-focused initiatives, including the Art of Technology (AOT). In this conversation, we discussed the developing Strategic Partnership for long...

Destiny Agbanimu | Strategic Partnership, Art of Technology, Education, God, Knowing Oneself, Net Emission Goals

October 08, 2023 18:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MB

On today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is Destiny Agbanimu. Destiny is a business growth manager with a focus on product, and strategic partnerships. Currently, Destiny is the Head of Funding and Partnership at Eko Innovation Center a portfolio of Hazon Holdings, He has successfully driven and managed various programs and tech-focused initiatives, including the Art of Technology (AOT). In this conversation, we discussed the developing Strategic Partnership for long...

Nigeria: Elections, Subsidy, Appointments, Meritocracy, Citizenship, Japa, and Education | Biodun Ogunlabi

October 01, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

Happy 63rd Independence Day to all Nigerians! Welcome back to this special episode the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. The specialness is not just because today is Nigeria's (my native nation) independence day, but also because of my guest; Biodun Ogunlabi.  Biodun is one of my oldest friends and classmates (going back 40 years) in secondary and the university and he was my very first guest on the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. Biodun is a professional; haven worked with major international co...

Artemartis: Excitement And Vibrancy In The Ghanian Art Scene | Selasie Gomado

September 23, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, we are visiting the Gold Coast to speak with young Ghanian Selasie Gomado. Selasie is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Artemartis a rapidly growing art agency. Artemartis develops artists in both Ghana and the rest of the world. Selasie has been featured in multiple articles, including The New York Times, National Geographic, Artnet, and The Art Newspaper, and has worked with prestigious institutions including Phill...

Artemartis: The Future of The Art Scene in Ghana? | Selasie Gomado

September 23, 2023 01:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, we are visiting the Gold Coast to speak with young Ghanian Selasie Gomado. Selasie is the Co-Founder and Creative Director of Artemartis a rapidly growing art agency. Artemartis develops artists in both Ghana and the rest of the world. Selasie has been featured in multiple articles, including The New York Times, National Geographic, Artnet, and The Art Newspaper, and has worked with prestigious institutions including Phill...

The Impact Of Colonialism On Education In Africa: Passionate Pub-Talk With Nana Kyidomhene Part 2

September 15, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m back with my dear from Ghana Nana Kyidomhene. Nana is a farmer and in his spare time, he runs a history page on Facebook with tens of thousands of young Africans. I sat down with him a few weeks ago and had a 3 hours conversation. Here is the second hour.   In this conversation, we focused mostly on education specifically the impact of colonialism in Africa and the languages of instruction in African schools. It was a...

Languages of Instruction in Education in Africa | Nana Kyidomhene

September 15, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

The Impact Of Colonialism On Education In Africa: Passionate Pub-Talk With Nana Kyidomhene Part 2 Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m back with my dear from Ghana Nana Kyidomhene. Nana is a farmer and in his spare time, he runs a history page on Facebook with tens of thousands of young Africans. I sat down with him a few weeks ago and had a 3 hours conversation. Here is the second hour.   In this conversation, we focused mostly on education specificall...

Passionate Pub-Talk With Nana Kyidomhene Part 2: The Impact Of Colonialism On Education In Africa

September 15, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB

Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, I’m back with my dear from Ghana Nana Kyidomhene. Nana is a farmer and in his spare time, he runs a history page on Facebook with tens of thousands of young Africans. I sat down with him a few weeks ago and had a 3 hours conversation. Here is the second hour.   In this conversation, we focused mostly on education specifically the impact of colonialism in Africa and the languages of instruction in African schools. It was a...

Education Challenges Are Holding Africa Back: Talk With Helen Emore, Ph.D.

September 07, 2023 00:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MB

Dive deep with Helen Emore as she highlights the crucial role of education in shaping Africa's future. Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest Helen Emore (Ph.D.). Helen is an Entrepreneur, a Business Development Consultant, and a Lecturer at the Pan Atlantic University. Helen helps entrepreneurs to resolve business development challenges primarily in the Agribusiness sector. Helen describes herself as a “Portfolio Worker”. She is thankful to be able t...

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