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EPISODE · Mar 17, 2026 · 1H 15M

How Ada Osakwe Is Boldly Expanding Her Health-Conscious Pan-African Food Brand | Ep. 11

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Ada Osakwe didn’t just want to discuss Africa’s food systems — she wanted to rebuild them.After a career in investment banking, the African Development Bank, and public policy, she founded Nuli Foods — a fast-casual brand rooted in locally sourced ingredients and healthier African food options.What began in Lagos is now expanding into Washington, DC.In this episode, we explore what it means to build an African brand for global scale — from supply chains and sourcing to diaspora expansion and competing with international giants.This is a conversation about business, identity, and the future of African enterprise.Follow Black & Borderless for more stories at the intersection of Africa and the diaspora.

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