IN THE VALLEY PODCAST

Episodes

1. 39

   Will History Reward Those who ‘Moove’ first? Ladi Delano/ EP.38

   Welcome back to IN THE VALLEY Season 3! Live from Riyadh, this is one of IN THE VALLEY Specials brought to you by #FII9 by the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute. Join us for an in-depth conversation with the Co-founder, Co-CEO, and Advisory Board Chairman of Moove, a Silverbacks...

   Nov 13, 2025

   19 min
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   Ashley Lewis on DPI VC, African Tech & Limitless Ambition/ EP.37

   Welcome back to IN THE VALLEY Season 3! We're sitting down in this episode with a true powerhouse, Ashley Lewis, Managing Partner DPI Venture Capital. Ashley's journey is one of abundance and limitlessness, taking her from Goldman Sachs and Vanguard to the heart of African tech with a fascinating...

   Oct 23, 2025

   42 min
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   How Sylndr is Redefining Mobility in Egypt with Omar El Defrawy /EP. 36

   Welcome back to IN THE VALLEY. Today’s guest is Omar El Defrawy, the visionary Founder & CEO of Sylndr, Egypt’s leading automotive e-commerce marketplace for used cars. In this conversation, Omar shares his journey from finance and tech into the world of automotive innovation, the toughest…

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   Oct 9, 2025

   47 min
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   Dina H. Sherif’s Story Across Egypt, MIT & the World / EP.36

   Just in time for back to school season, this all-new, compelling episode hosted by Ibrahim Sagna of IN THE VALLEY, will unpack the many facets of Dina H. Sherif, Executive Director of the MIT Kuo-Sharper Center for Prosperity and Entrepreneurship, formerly named The Legatum Center for Development...

   Sep 25, 2025

   1 hr 5 min
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   35. The Story Behind Azza Fahmy’s Global Impact

   Welcome to season 3 of IN THE VALLEY Podcast. We have the great privilege to start the season with a legend. Azza Fahmy is more than a phenomenal jewellery designer and business leader of the fashion industry. She’s a global icon writing the blueprint of exporting culture and gems across many...

   Sep 4, 2025

   32 min
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   33. Beats and Billions: How VC is Revolutionizing Africa's Music Scene

   In this special episode of IN THE VALLEY, we delve into the intersection of music, technology, and venture capital, spotlighting how these forces shape Africa's cultural exports. Featuring insights from Mavin Records COO and early VC backers, we discuss Rema's global hit "Calm Down" and its...

   Nov 3, 2024

   1 hr
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   29. From Woman Athlete to CEO: Lydia Monyepao’s Influence in Soccer!

   🎙️Welcome back to “IN THE VALLEY” Season 2. This channel brings you special interviews with founders or funders changing the narrative about Africa. ⚡ As we gear up for the upcoming #olympics Games Paris 2024, Get ready for an exclusive interview with Lydia Monyepao, a true trailblazer in the...

   Nov 3, 2024

   52 min
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   32. Inside Egypt’s Investment Landscape - Amal Enan

   Discover the journey of Amal Enan, Chief Investment Officer at the American University in Cairo, and Partner at 500 Global for Egypt, in this riveting episode of IN THE VALLEY. Amal shares her path to success, shedding light on the investment landscape and offering invaluable advice on overcoming...

   Sep 19, 2024

   41 min
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   31. What It Takes To Craft Africa’s Largest Tech Merger - Daniel Yu

   🎙️ Join us for an enlightening episode of IN THE VALLEY as Ibrahim Sagna sits down with Daniel Yu, the visionary Founder, and CEO of Wasoko, the fastest-growing company in Africa as recognized by the Financial Times in 2022. Daniel’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary, and he’s here to...

   Sep 7, 2024

   54 min
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    30. From Passion to Purpose: Empowering Athletes with ProTouch Africa - Rebecca Eliot

    🎙️Welcome back to “IN THE VALLEY” Season 2. This channel brings you special interviews with founders or funders changing the narrative about Africa. Celebrate with us today a new milestone with dropping our 30th episode and recording two million views in less than two years ⚡Get the inside scoop...

    Jul 26, 2024

    23 min
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    28. What it Takes to Unleash Formula E & Timeless Initiatives in Africa

    🎙️Welcome back to “IN THE VALLEY” Season 2. This channel brings you special interviews with founders or funders changing the narrative about Africa. ⚡️In this episode, we sit down with Iain Banner, Co-founder and Chairman of e-Movement, to discuss the fascinating intersection of climate finance...

    Jun 27, 2024

    1 hr 8 min
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    27. Breaking Barriers: How Pops Bonsu is Changing the Game for African Athletes

    Find us on social media: Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/in.the_valley/ TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@in_thevalley Facebook : https://bit.ly/silverbacks-facebook Twitter : https://twitter.com/In_TheValley LinkedIn : https://bit.ly/silverbacks-linkedin 🎙️Welcome back to “IN THE VALLEY”...

    Jun 25, 2024

    50 min
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    26. Championing Africa: Meron Demisse's Dedication to Culture & Conversations

    Welcome back to “IN THE VALLEY” Season 2. This channel brings you special interviews with founders or funders changing the narrative about Africa. In this episode, we celebrate #AfricaDay and you will meet one of Africa’s most dynamic leaders, Meron Demisse. Born in Ethiopia, raised in Kenya, and...

    Jun 25, 2024

    36 min
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    25. Behind the Scenes: Pepsi Pokane's Evolution Story from Tape to Digital Filmmaking

    Watch it on youtube: https://youtu.be/BILF__IgrTE Follow us on social media: LinkedIn : https://bit.ly/silverbacks-linkedin Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/in.the_valley/ TikTok : https://www.tiktok.com/@in_thevalley Twitter : https://twitter.com/In_TheValley Facebook :...

    May 16, 2024

    1 hr 2 min
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    24. Unveiling Ian Mahinmi's Journey: From NBA Champion to Co-Owner?

    🎙️Welcome back “IN THE VALLEY” Season 2. The YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXkwzgr47QNAfStmAoGwJQ is all about bringing you special interviews, and in this conversation, we're diving into Ian Mahinmi's business empire. Ian Mahinmi not only won an NBA championship but also...

    May 2, 2024

    45 min
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    23. What’s in store for NBA Africa’s New Chapter with CEO, Clare Akamanzi?

    Welcome “IN THE VALLEY” Season 2. We are happy to be back with an exceptional episode where we dive deep into the world of sports business, focusing on the incredible journey of the new CEO of NBA Africa, Clare Akamanzi, who recently received the 2024 Forbes Africa Investment Catalyst Award. Join...

    Apr 18, 2024

    43 min
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    22. VC Leaders from Africa and the Middle East

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at [email protected] Disclaimer : This…

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    Dec 14, 2023

    38 min
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    21. Bridging Africa through venture capital

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at [email protected] Disclaimer : This…

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    Nov 30, 2023

    43 min
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    20. Thinking globally about venture capital

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Nov 28, 2023

    58 min
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    19. Taking the NBA to the next level with Nigeria and its diaspora

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Nov 28, 2023

    35 min
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    18. Creating movie sensations for India and Nigeria

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Oct 30, 2023

    28 min
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    17. More than an influencer from the diaspora - Danjuma in the valley

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Oct 19, 2023

    1 hr 7 min
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    16. Compounding tech & diaspora to create a new nation : Eche Emole in the valley

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Oct 8, 2023

    55 min
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    15. Positioning a country around sports and beyond

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Oct 1, 2023

    25 min
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    14. Shaping Africa's Sports industry

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Sep 5, 2023

    37 min
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    13. Growing the NFL in Africa | Osi Umenyiora in the valley

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Aug 14, 2023

    45 min
27. 12

    12. Building an African luxury brand in a Western Market | Armando Cabral in the valley

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Jul 31, 2023

    38 min
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    11. What the business of fashion means for Africa | Lulu Shabell, Meron Demisse & Safi Seck in the valley

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Jul 17, 2023

    29 min
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    10. How to grow Africa's creative economy ? | Victor Williams, Laureen Kouassi-Olsson & Lethabo Sithole in the valley

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Jul 17, 2023

    22 min
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    9. Claude Grunitzky in the valley

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast changing the narrative around Africa through the bridging of the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle. Visit us at https://silverbacksvalley.com Find us on Youtube : https://bit.ly/3PIwbVg A question? Write to us at...

    Jun 12, 2023

    21 min
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    8. First Circle Capital - "Fintech is where the biggest market opportunity is"

    This episode is powered by the African Venture Capital Association (AVCA). Today in the valley with Ibrahim Sagna are two accomplished women from Europe with a focused track record in the fintech and global financial services industry. As pure “outliers” for capital allocators, selma Ribica and...

    May 31, 2023

    43 min
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    7. Paxton Baker in the valley - "A winning sports organisation is about more than what's on the floor."

    This episode is powered by Afroballers. Today in the valley with Ibrahim Sagna is an African American business man whose been mentored by the likes of the late Harry Belafonte, as well as the Black Godfather, Clarence Avant. He began his career organising events bringing together black cultures...

    Apr 30, 2023

    39 min
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    6. Sandrine Nzeukou in the valley "Sports ownership, as an asset class, needs diversity."

    Silverbacks Valley welcomes Sandrine Nzeukou, founder of Tessa Sports. This episode is powered by Afroballers.Got a question ? Contact us at [email protected]. In this episode, your host Ibrahim Sagna welcomes a founder who dominated on the basketball courts for the university of…

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    Apr 10, 2023

    30 min
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    5. Amadou Gallo Fall in the valley : "My passion for Africa has been consistent"

    Silverbacks Valley welcomes the Godfather of African Basketball, Amadou Gallo Fall. This episode is powered by Afroballers. In this episode, your host Ibrahim Sagna dives into the journey of the man whose name has become eponymous of African basketball : from how he first became accustomed to the...

    Mar 27, 2023

    22 min
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    4. Courtney Powell in the valley : From founder to investor.

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast bridging the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle in Africa. A question ? Write to us [email protected] For our second #WomeninVC special, the Valley welcomes a founder who became an investor at one of the world's…

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    Mar 14, 2023

    48 min
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    3. Fope Adelowo & Lexi Novitske In The Valley : How women make it in VC in Africa.

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast bridging the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle in Africa. A question ? Write to us [email protected] For our first #WomeninVC special, the Valley welcomes two women trailblazing their way into Africa's venture...

    Feb 27, 2023

    35 min
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    2. The Cape Town Tigers In The Valley : A legacy beyond basketball

    "It's more than basketball, it's about legacy" Welcome to Silverbacks Valley, a podcast bridging the worlds of #venturecapital, #tech, #sports, #media and #lifestyle in Africa. Listen to the full episode at https://silverbacksvalley.com A question ? Write to us [email protected]...

    Feb 13, 2023

    48 min
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    1. Mr Eazi in the Valley : On finding someone to pass you the ball

    For its first episode, Silverbacks Valley welcomes Mr Eazi, a music superstar who has surpassed a billion streams and collaborated with the likes of Beyoncé, J Balvin and Major Lazer. Mr Eazi is also a VC investor and CEO of emPawa, a music talent incubator representing over 100 artists. He's a...

    Jan 30, 2023

    12 min
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    Teaser - Welcome To Silverbacks Valley

    Welcome to Silverbacks Valley ! A podcast bridging the worlds of VC, tech, media, sports & lifestyle in Africa, hosted by Ibrahim Sagna. Coming to you soon.

    Jan 11, 2023

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