Think BIG for Africa
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.
Donatien Ishimwe | Future of Petroleum in Africa’s Energy Independence, Poverty, and Transition
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.
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Jermaine Craig | Kwanda – Empowering the Implementation of Local-Led Solutions for African Problems
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 future.
- Intro - Social Entrepreneur - Jermaine Craig
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Ethel Kuuya | “Leading Beyond Now” – Commitments, Values, Challenging Norms, and Zimbabwe Land Reform
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.
1. Leading Beyond Now – The 5 Commitments for Africa to Thrive
2. Curate Wise Council –...
Oluyomi Martins | Nigeria's Economic State: What Went Wrong?
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 Say!
21:22 What The CBN is Doing
25:17 Inflation in Nigeria
27:01 Solution to Productivity Issues
32:40 Valu...
Mbulelo Jili | The Local Agency - Effective Marketing Strategies for Diverse African Markets
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 Boy.
1. Mbulelo’s life journey that led him to a Career in Advertising
...Adedeji Odulesi | International Master of Ceremony - The Benefits of Understanding and Speaking Multiple Languages
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 impact of the diversity of language and culture on Africa. Here are our conversation to...
Syombua A Kibue | Uncommon: Exploring The Business of Sports in Africa
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 & Mentor. She is the CEO of SKEIYA. Syombua unde...
Dr. Bridget Nwagbara | Public Health Specialist and Researcher: Advocating for Cardio-Vascular Health
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 villages
- Public Health Advocacy for Cardio-Vascular Diseases in Nigeria
- How to get stakehold...
Oluyomi Martins | Excessive and Incorrect Bank Charges and Fees
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 through recovery of erroneous fees and charges.
As a financial service...
Paul Breloff | Shortlist: Human Capital Dynamics in Africa, Angel-Investing and Entrepreneurship
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 Shortlist, a talent platform connecting skilled professionals to great careers across Af...
