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EPISODE · Feb 2, 2026 · 55 MIN

Navigating Career Development in Amsterdam with Keki Mwaba

from Flourish In The Foreign | Black Women Living & Thriving Abroad · host Christine Job

In this episode, Keki Mwaba, based in Amsterdam, shares her inspiring journey from South Africa to the Netherlands. She discusses her academic background, career in HR and recruitment, and the challenges and successes she faced while transitioning between cultures and countries. Keki dives into her experiences working for major companies like Disney and Uber, and her own entrepreneurial venture, Expat Career Development. She also touches on themes such as belonging, personal growth, and the importance of community and wellness.This Episode Covers:Growing Up in South AfricaUniversity Life in Cape Town  Studying Abroad in the USChoosing the Netherlands for Higher EducationStarting a Career in the NetherlandsWorking for American Tech Companies Blackness and Womanhood in the NetherlandsAdapting to Life in the NetherlandsBuilding a Diverse Social Circle  Starting Expat Career DevelopmentNetworking and Job Search Tips To learn more about this guest, go to their show notes page at flourishintheforeign.com/episodes Flourish in the Foreign ResourcesPodcast Website (https://www.flourishintheforeign.com)Buy Me a Coffee (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/flourishforeign)Join the Substack (https://christinejob.substack.com/) Episode Credits:Christine Job-Creator, Host, Producer & EditorZachary Higgs-Theme Music

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