The Harsh Truth About Building Startups in Africa | Miishe Addy’s Jetstream

In this episode, Miishe Addy-Asare co-founder, and CEO of JetStream Africa, shares her journey from working at Bain to raising over $21 million for JetStream. Miishe discusses the challenges and misconceptions of building a business in Sub-Saharan Africa, the importance of specific skill sets for navigating the logistics and fintech sectors, and her evolving entrepreneurial mindset. She offers advice on navigating Africa's unique market landscape and highlights the growth potential in underserved regions. If you're building, or curious about Africa, its a must-listen.

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