Let's Act: Sustainably Developing Africa and Beyond

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Resilient Futures, I sit down with Virna G. Alexander, a sustainability strategist and founder of Greer Services, to explore what it takes for African businesses to build resilience and operate sustainably in an increasingly complex global environment.Virna has extensive experience supporting organisations across Africa, the United Kingdom and the Middle East, helping leaders strengthen internal systems, embed sustainability into their operations and prepare for economic and environmental disruption. Her approach blends practical strategy with a deep understanding of how culture, governance and leadership behaviour shape long‑term business stability.Together, we discuss the realities facing small, medium and large enterprises across the continent. Virna explains why sustainability is no longer optional but a strategic necessity, and how African businesses can leverage cultural intelligence, operational discipline and community‑centred practices to create resilient futures.She breaks down the core pillars of business resilience, including:• strengthening governance and internal systems• building adaptive leadership capacity• integrating sustainability into daily operations• preparing for market volatility and external shocksA key insight from this conversation is Virna’s reminder that resilience is intentional. It is built through clarity, structure and the willingness to adapt. Whether a business is emerging or established, the ability to anticipate change and respond with steadiness determines long‑term success.To support listeners, Virna and her team have created free worksheets tailored for:• small businesses• medium‑sized enterprises• large organisationsThese worksheets help leaders assess their resilience levels, identify gaps and map out practical next steps.Listeners can request the worksheets by emailing:📩 [email protected] episode is essential listening for founders, executives and policymakers committed to building strong, future‑ready African businesses. Virna’s clarity and practical wisdom offer a grounded roadmap for organisations determined not just to survive, but to thrive.🎧💚 👉 Like, and share to spread the movement! Let’s act sustainably, boldly, and together.@TokunboIfaturoti | @LetsAct | @VirnaAlexander#LetsActPodcast #VirnaAlexander #ResilientFutures #SustainabilityInAfrica #BusinessResilience #LeadershipDevelopment #CulturalIntelligence #EmotionalIntelligence #AfricanBusiness #FutureReadyLeadership #SystemsThinking #SustainableGrowth

Send us Fan MailHi Sustainable Friends,✨ New Podcast Episode ✨This week, I sat down with Janet Salazar to explore Reclaiming Energy, Strength & Joy: One Woman’s Journey to Feeling Whole Again.She opens up about her path of resilience, moving through exhaustion, rediscovering her inner power, and embracing practices that brought her back to wholeness. We dive into foods, intermittent fasting, easy ways to exercise, and her powerful reminder: “Comparison is the theft of all joy.”🎁 Special gift (FREE): Janet is offering our listeners free access to her “Lose Belly Fat After 40: Metabolism Reset” course (valued at $89 CAD). Only 1000 redemptions available within 5 days, don’t miss out!🎧💚 👉 Listen now and claim your gift! Like, and share to spread the movement! Let’s act sustainably, boldly, and together.@TokunboIfaturoti | @LetsAct | @JanetSalazar#LetsActPodcast #JanetSalazar #AlignedToRise #TransformativeLeadership #HumanBetterEDU #RippleEffectImpact #AfricaAndBeyond #EQandCQActivation #LeadershipWithPurpose #ReclaimingEnergyStrengthJoy

Send us Fan MailHi Sustainable Friends,So happy to reconnect with the incredible Gaby Jordan, a woman whose work continues to inspire and activate.Our conversation on Let’s Act: Sustainably Developing Africa and Beyond was insightful, energising, and deeply aligned with the kind of leadership the world needs now.🎙️ Episode Title: Aligned to Rise: Transforming Teams, Education & ImpactGaby shares how aligned cultures unlock exponential results—whether in boardrooms, classrooms, or communities.We explore:Tools that transform teams and educationThe power of conscious leadershipHer journey from first-gen college student to global impact strategistThis is a must-listen for anyone committed to rising with purpose and leading with legacy.🎧💚  Please listen, enjoy, like, and share to spread the movement! Let’s act sustainably, boldly, and together.@TokunboIfaturoti | @LetsAct | @GabyJordan#LetsActPodcast #GabyJordan #AlignedToRise #TransformativeLeadership #HumanBetterEDU #RippleEffectImpact #AfricaAndBeyond #EQandCQActivation #LeadershipWithPurpose

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends,This week, I’m joined by the radiant Nallely Marty, a Switzerland-based wellness entrepreneur and former corporate leader who’s now helping professionals reclaim their energy, vitality, and joy naturally.We explore:✨ The science behind health patches and cellular rejuvenation💫 How sustainable wellness supports global impact🌍 Why longevity and financial freedom go hand-in-hand💼 Nallely’s journey from banking to bold wellness leadershipHer story is a powerful reminder that healing is possible and thriving is a choice.🎧💚  Please listen, enjoy, like, and share to spread the movement! Let’s act sustainably, boldly, and together.Warmly,Toks@TokunboIfaturoti | @LetsActAfrica | @NallelyMarty#LetsActPodcast #NallelyMarty #RejuvenateNaturally #HealthPatches #HumanPotential #SustainableWellness #AfricaAndBeyond #RippleEffectLeadership #SDG3 

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends,I caught up with the brilliant Daniela de Sá, a fourth-generation Portuguese luxury footwear designer who’s revolutionising fashion through sustainability, innovation, and heritage.As the founder of Najha Fashion, Daniela is blending her family’s shoemaking legacy with cutting-edge recycled materials to create high-fashion shoes that honour both the planet and tradition.In this episode, we explore: How luxury and sustainability can co-exist The role of tech in transforming fashion What it means to carry legacy forward with purpose Her work as a private label developer and adviser to upcoming designersHow to apply lessons learned for continued growthDaniela’s story is a masterclass in conscious creativity and global impact. Visit www.NajhaFashion.com🎧💚  Please listen, enjoy, like, and share to spread the movement! Let’s act sustainably, boldly, and together.Warmly,Toks@TokunboIfaturoti | @LetsActAfrica | @DanieladeSá#LetsActPodcast #SustainableLuxury #NajhaFashion #DanielaDeSa #TraditionMeetsTech #FashionWithPurpose #AfricaAndBeyond #RippleEffectLeadership #SDG12

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends,Today’s guest is a radiant force of empowerment. Karty Duarte joins us to share her mission of helping women rise by loving themselves, valuing their worth, and reclaiming the power that’s always been theirs.From self-esteem to soul alignment, this episode is a call to action for every woman ready to stop shrinking and start shining. Karty reminds us that transformation isn’t just personal, it’s a ripple that touches communities, cultures, and the world.✨ If you’re ready to transcend limitations and step into your full power, this conversation is your spark.🎧💚  Please listen, enjoy, like, and share to spread the movement! Let’s act sustainably, boldly, and together.Warmly,Toks@TokunboIfaturoti | @LetsActAfrica | @KartyDuarte#LetsActPodcast #KartyDuarte #TransformToTranscend #WomenEmpowerment #GlobalImpact #PersonalPower #AfricaAndBeyond

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends,Let’s Act: Sustainably Developing Africa and BeyondEpisode Title: The Wheel of Expansion: Awakening the Power of Women Globally This week, I’m joined by the luminous Ghislaine Albina, a woman whose life is a testament to courage, embodiment, and conscious transformation.At 19, she left France and began a journey not just across borders, but back to herself. Through silent battles with body, food, and identity, Ghislaine discovered a more profound truth: that struggle can be initiation, and that healing begins when we stop fighting and start listening.In this episode, she shares her powerful story and introduces 'The Wheel of Expansion, ' a system she created to help women step into their lives with intention, alignment, and joy. It’s not about chasing perfection. It’s about coming home.✨ If you’ve ever felt disconnected, dimmed, or distant from your own truth, this conversation is your invitation to rise.🎧💚  Please listen, enjoy, like, and share to spread the movement! Let’s act sustainably, boldly, and together.Warmly,Toks@TokunboIfaturoti | @LetsActAfrica | @GhislaneAlbina#August2025 #LetsActPodcast #WheelOfExpansion #EmbodiedLiving #SustainableTransformation #GhislaineSpeaks #ReclaimYourRadiance #AfricaAndBeyond #SDGs

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends,🎧 Stress to Sustainability: Redefining Family TravelsIn this heart-centred episode, I’m joined by Debora Dielingen (Wanderlust Mama), a purpose-led traveller and visionary tour designer based in Amsterdam. Rooted in her Surinamese heritage and shaped by global experience, Debora is reimagining how families travel, shifting from stress to sustainability, and from sightseeing to soulful connection.We explore her journey from legal offices to curated family adventures, and the values that guide her mission: intention, empathy, and ease. Whether you're a parent, a fellow changemaker, or simply curious about mindful exploration, this conversation invites you to reframe travel as a gateway to memory-making, culture, and care.Please tune in and discover how simplicity, service, and storytelling can transform the way we move through the world 🌍🎧💚  Please listen, enjoy, like, and share to spread the movement! Let’s act sustainably, boldly, and together.Warmly,Toks @TokunboIfaturoti | @LetsActAfrica | @Debora Dielingen#July2025 #LetsActPodcast #FamilyTravel #SustainableTourism #WanderlustMama #IntentionLedLiving #CulturalConnection #Sustainability #FreeFromPoverty #TouristWellbeing #GenderEquality #SDGs

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends!Join us on the latest episode of the Let's Act: Sustainably Developing Africa and Beyond podcast, "Think Differently: Unlocking Mastery with the Money Mindset Coach", featuring the brilliant Yvette Eersel.I had the privilege of interviewing Yvette, and her openness truly moved me. She shared raw, real stories about the setbacks she faced and how she chose to rise stronger. Her resilience is nothing short of powerful.💼 Yvette Eersel is a dynamic speaker, visionary entrepreneur, and founder of Mastery Institute. As a Money Mindset Coach, she empowers women to break through limiting beliefs around wealth and step into true financial freedom.In just one year, Yvette built a million-euro business not by grinding harder, but by thinking differently.🔑 In this Episode, Yvette shares:1. How to uncover hidden blocks to financial growth2. Why your mindset might be keeping you stuck3. The beliefs that unlock your next level of successTap into her wisdom and start your journey toward financial mastery.  📺 https://youtube.com/@mastermoney999?si=0HjiyUYmxSJ0tncU🎧💚  Please listen, enjoy, like, and share to spread the movement! Let’s act sustainably, boldly, and together.Warmly,Toks @TokunboIfaturoti | @LetsActAfrica | @YvetteEersel #July2025 #Sustainability #FreeFromPoverty #FinancialWellbeing #GenderEquality #SDGs

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends,Welcome to my Podcast guest, Dorina Torje. She is from Romania, loves travelling and resides in Belgium. I found her real-life story inspiring. Amidst career shifts as an IT consultant, Dorina experienced the most dangerous stage of her 12-year struggle with insomnia. The sleeping pills she had relied on stopped working, even at triple the dose. Her body had reached its limit.Listen to how:1. She felt the universe had aligned to force her into a full reset. 2. She had to start from scratch, not just in her career, but in her life. 3. Became a junior IT team member again, relearning the fundamentals of AI.4. At the same time, being sent home by doctors with a simple but life-altering directive: take care of yourself, and relearn how to sleep.5. She took control of insomnia!🎧💚 Please listen, enjoy, like, and share!Many thanks,@Tokunboifaturoti @LetsActAfrica @Dorinatorje #June2025 #Sustainability #freefrominsomnia #Healthandwellbeing

Send us Fan MailHello, sustainable friends!Let us welcome Ariana Oluwole! Ariana is from Sierra Leone, West Africa and an international leader. She consults and facilitates transformational programs for professionals and emerging leaders. A seasoned trainer, speaker, and coach, she engages national and international audiences with an emotionally intelligent, human-centred approach. She thrives in remote and cross-cultural settings.🎧💚 Please listen, enjoy, like, and share!Many thanks,@Tokunboifaturoti @LetsActAfrica @Arianaoluwole #June2025 #Sustainability #InspiringTransformation

Send us Fan MailHello, sustainable friends!In this episode, we welcome Vanusa Antonio, the founder of Inspiring Transformation Solution and a multilingual speaker fluent in Portuguese, Spanish, French, and English. Vanusa shares her inspiring journey, offering real-life experiences and insights on empowerment. Join us as we explore how to embrace personal transformation and step into your power with confidenceSome highlights:1. What doesn't serve you - take out!2. Detach yourself from any judgment.3. Navigate away from pain.🎧💚 Please listen, enjoy, like, and share!Many thanks,@Tokunboifaturoti @LetsActAfrica @VanusaAntonio #April2025 #Sustainability #InspiringTransformation

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends.In this episode, we celebrate International Women's Day and Month by highlighting inspirational quotes from remarkable women across the globe. This is a time to honor women's immense contributions and unwavering strength worldwide. From embracing their self-worth to excelling in careers, industries, and motherhood, and from empowering others to driving sustainable progress, women continue to stand as the cornerstone of global advancement.🎧💚 Please listen, enjoy, like, and share!Many thanks,@Tokunboifaturoti @LetsActAfrica #March2025 #Sustainability #EmpoweredVoices

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends,💥💯Join me in this episode titled, Sustainability Under Threat: The Implications of Rolling Back Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) as I :1. Explore this topic in the context of what is unfolding in America. 2. Provide insights into why we should care about DEI and why it is crucial for sustainability.2. Highlight that DEI doesn't mean hiring unqualified candidates into existing roles; it simply means widening the pool of prospective candidates to include those who might have been overlooked due to systemic prejudices.4. Explore the benefits of DEI and alignment to some SDGs5. List some companies that have rolled back DEI and those who have doubled down despite changes in the regulatory and policy landscape.🎧💚 Please listen, enjoy, like, and share!Many thanks,@Tokunboifaturoti @LetsActAfrica #February2025 #Sustainability #DEI

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends,💥💯Join me in this episode titled, Personal Growth: Waves of Sustainable Change?, as I explore the profound ripple effects of personal development and how they can lead to a better and more sustainable way of living. 💢🌎 I examine several ripple effects that could contribute to waves of sustainability – in a positive way!💦😊 I will share the following five ripple effects: a) Enhanced Emotional Intelligence b) Increased Self-Awareness c) Boosted Productivity and Efficiency d) Strengthened Resilience and Adaptability e) Cultivated Mindfulness and Gratitude🎧💚 Please listen, enjoy, like, and share!Many thanks,@Tokunboifaturoti @LetsActAfrica #January2025 #Sustainability

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends!Enjoy this Podcast with our guest speaker Christiana Adekunle.Highlights:Christiana gives her personal insight by sharing lived experiences! She talks about:1. Who she is, her rich culture from Ijebu in South West Nigeria and what they as a people love doing.2.    What culture means to her and how it can be described as unifying and an educational tool.3. Her sphere of influence and book authors that inspired her during her boarding school days, lessons learned and stories shared.4.   What cultural influence means and how acts of heroism leave good hallmarks of togetherness and freedom.5.    The art of leaving a good and sustainable legacy for the next generation and paying it forward.6.  How she unwinds. Enjoy!!!Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti@Let'sActAfrica#October 2024

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends!Welcome to another episode of our Podcast titled, "Let's Act: Sustainably Developing Africa and Beyond."Our guest is Lisa Talia Moretti and our topic is, "Technology Ethics: How Can We Shape Artificial Intelligence?"Lisa Talia Moretti is a Digital Sociologist based in the UK. She holds an MSc in Digital Sociology with 17 years of experience working at the intersection of design research, social theory, and technology.  Lisa is the Chair of the AI Council at the British Interactive Media Association -BIMA and a Conversation Design Institute Foundation board member. Our conversation was informative and insightful from start to finish!Some key highlights from our discussion:We must be problem-centric to find the right solutions for stakeholders and our data still needs to be protectedConsider if we have any problems at work that would benefit from AI techMinimize environmental impact globally as a lot of energy and fossil fuel is used to power data centres The impact of technology shouldn't be detrimental to human life and natureHumans still have a huge role to play as evidence indicates various AI tools can generate misinformationThere is a scale use of robotics in factories and warehouses to maximize efficiency, production, and economies of scale but fresh AI or knowledge-generating threats are evident in the creative industriesJob losses are evident in the creative spaces, especially for small 'gigs'Lisa is originally from South Africa and finds to relax and immerse herself in creative writing, exercising, and much more. I also mentioned the places I have visited in SA - great memories for both of us!Enjoy!!!Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @Let'sActAfrica@lisatalia#September2024

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends!Our guest is HRH Princess Moradeun Adedoyin - Solarin.She is a Yoruba Princess, Pan- African Royal, broadcast journalist and the grand -daughter of HRM Oba William Christopher Adedoyin II, Akarigbo Anoko of Sagamu, Remo Kingdom, Nigeria, She took me down a vivid, insightful and colourful journey of her Kingdom, Nigeria, Africa and the Global world as we visited the corridors of community development, people empowerment, economic development, music and how her lineage have continued to pay forward great deeds as part of their legacy. Her impact has been felt worldwide.Her reflections of a growing Nigeria and Africa and the interconnection with the global world are liberating and her passion remains second to none! Known for encouraging her audience to Arize! Princess Moradeun is the brains behind the highly acclaimed annual 'ASO-EBI' FESTIVAL GALA NIGHT EVENT held in October in the UK during the celebration of Black History Month.Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @Let'sActAfricawww.asoebifestival.co.uk#August2024

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends!Our guest is Chef Michael Elégbèdé.He shares how:1. His Mum and Grand Mum have been instrumental in paving the way for him in the world of fine dining and elevated cuisine and how he developed an expression for food after Culinary School2. Why he believes African food especially of Nigerian heritage and tradition deserves to be on a global platform and his artistic impressions in this space 3. He and his Team are paying it forward and empowering and enabling others to fulfil their dreams in the gastronomy space Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @Let'sActAfricawww.Michaelelegbede.com#July2024

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled, 'Transformation: Breaking Professional and Personal Barriers'.  I had a fantastic interview session with my guest Uwem Umana.Uwem is an educational consultant, learning expert, business analyst, Google Cloud Digital Leader, Associate Google Cloud Engineer, Certified SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager (SAFe POPM), youth leader, coach, and mentor. He has taught on three continents – Africa, Europe, and Asia and is a storyteller, poet, essayist, and critic. His passion is to instill confidence in people through stories to enable them to break barriers and succeed in life. His current programme - Beyond Barriers- is a comprehensive coaching programme designed to help individuals identify, confront, and dismantle the barriers and obstacles that prevent them from achieving their fullest potential.He is the founder of https://enrichyourmind.co.uk/Highlights: What stage of life's journey are you in at the moment? How do you deal with your barriers?How do you know who you are?Have you considered Introspection, SWOT analysis, appraisal at work, and what your community says about you? Self-reflection, what family and friends say about you, etc.Do you know that inconsistency can be a barrier? And we are all stories that are unfolding, which we can journal about daily.  Visit Uwem's website and sign up for Masterclasses and Transformation sessions when available. He is available for an initial 1-2-1 chat!Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @UwemUmana@Let'sActAfrica#May2024

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends!Enjoy this topical episode!Welcome to my Podcast, Let's Act: Sustainably Developing Africa and Beyond. My topic is Climate Change: Is Cloud Seeding Good for the Environment?I hope you enjoy my take on my research on Climate Change, Cloud Seeding, and the benefits to the Environment, Society, and the Economy. I look at these through the lenses of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals on Climate Change and Climate Action in the wake of the recent torrential rainfall in the United Arab Emirates and Oman.While there is no evidence to suggest the rain was caused by cloud seeding it was interesting to note that there are some reasons why some countries undertake this process.   Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @Let'sActAfrica#April2024

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends! Our guest is Dr. Leticia Moshwe from the School of BioNatural Medicine www.schoolofbionaturalmedicine.co.uk, [email protected] shares how: 1. Technology can be used to eliminate the possibility of wrong diagnosis by using a mobile phone to remotely run fully comprehensive body scans2. Full scan report will be ready and the prescription provided within minutes3. Her passion is for supporting IDPs in underserved communities in Congo and helping students in the UK with GCSE Exams4. Her NGO is called LIT Base www.litbase.co.ukPlease - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @LeticiaMoshwe@Let'sActAfrica#March2024

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends!Welcome to my Podcast, Let's Act: Sustainably Developing Africa and Beyond! Topic: Women Empowerment: Effectiveness and GrowthOur guest is the Award-winning Ihuaku Nweke – the Founder of Cedarcube a social enterprise focused on family restoration. She works with women and families and gives talks on the pathways to empowerment, inclusion, participation, and growth.Ihuaku is also a delegate of The UN Commission on the Status of Women CSW is coming up in March and will gather and deliberate on the theme around providing strengthened institutions for women and girls that can help empowerment. She is a Chief from Igboland in Nigeria living in the UK who constantly shapes the passion of those around her and creates safe spaces for women to flourish and be their very best across the world. Listen to her lived experiences!.Her upcoming event: An afternoon of Brilliance, Boldness, and Beauty. 16th March at 12 noon - 4 pm 2024. Tickets are available  on Eventbrite (UK) Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @ihuakuNweke@Let'sActAfrica#February2024

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends!Welcome to my Podcast, Let's Act: Sustainably Developing Africa and Beyond! Topic: Artificial Intelligence (AI) - Can Ethical Practices Be Sustainable in this Era?Our guest the Award-winning Mora Awosile (TechWomen 100) shares strategic insights on what AI means and why it is important for national and international development, especially on the African continent. She highlights ethical practices across various industries and recognizes global benefits.Mora shares her passion for empowering graduates and undergraduates on all things AI and Information Security through various mentoring initiatives. Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @MoraAwosile@Let'sActAfrica#January2024

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends!Welcome to my Podcast, Let's Act: Sustainably Developing Africa and Beyond. My topic is My Vibe, My Passion: My 2023 Backtrack Overview. I hope you enjoy my take on my Podcast overview of 2023. Do you know that my Podcast Listeners in Frankfurt downloaded most of my Podcasts in 2023? That my Podcast this year was listened to in 25 countries and I have now been described as a Jet setter! I mention my Rising Stars Award and share some insights on the Charity - ChiYoWo that I am vested in!Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @Let'sActAfrica#December 2023

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends!Enjoy my spotlight on Mary Seacole and my Poem celebrating Black History.We stand on the shoulders of our Matriarchs...Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @Let'sActAfrica#October2023

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends!Here, following my recent trip to Dubai, I share my thoughts on the United Arab Emirates' outlook and proactive actions toward becoming the world's most prepared country for Artificial Intelligence (AI). I wonder why some nations from the Global North and South seem to be lagging behind especially those on the African continent. Can some collaboration, partnership, or individual nations develop and deploy similar notions for a sustainable world?I took some well-deserved time off from my Podcast but glad to be back again!I will share some pictures soon on my visit to the Museum of the Future in Dubai.Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @Let'sActAfrica#October2023

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled:  Robotics: Adding Value and Service through Remote Working from Nigeria. I had a brilliant interview session with our guest Davies Iyanu Ogunsina, a Roboticist with awesome experience in Robotics and Autonomous Systems. Highlights: Benefits of Robotics and Artificial Intelligence for DevelopmentGovernment should put these on the curriculum for primary schools upwardsWays in which youth can position themselves to get great jobs in the spaceShare solutions to problems identified and job offers will start rolling inContribute to open source and see how you will become recognized worldwideRemote working is achievable once you are positionedFeel free to reach out to Davis here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davies-iyanuoluwa-ogunsina/Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @Let'sActAfrica#July2023

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled, 'The Brand Mindset: Personal and Professional Tips'.  I had a fantastic interview session with our guest Lily Naadu Mensah the Branding Specialist, Event Host, Inspirational Speaker, and author of the book titled,  Work Your Quirks.  The Businesswoman’s Companion for a Sparkling Personal Brand. ·     Lily has a career spanning over 30 years in branding and communication which has allowed her to live and work for Global brands across Europe, Africa, and the USA. ·     She has a diverse portfolio in business and personal development and combines these strengths to deliver highly impressionable service across the board. ·     Lily has been described as a lady with gravitas, humility, and respect.Highlights:Understand the difference between Celebrity Power Vs, Gravitas PowerBe clear on where you are working, who are you working with, who you are, and where you want to goFind out what the acronyms Q.U.I.R.K, A.B.C, and the 4Rs mean and how they can guide your personal and professional journeyThe benefits of networking and why you must bring your all to the tableListen to some snippets from her book titled,  Work Your Quirks. The Businesswoman’s Companion for a Sparkling Personal Brand is available on AmazonThe Playbook:  https://lilymensah.com/downloads/the-playbook/Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@TokunboIfaturoti @Ladymensahbrand@Let'sActAfrica#June 2023

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled:  Volunteerism in Ghana: My Story.  I had a fantastic interview session with our guest Karen Miles.Karen is an avid traveller, especially to Ghana in West Africa. In addition to her international development outlook and work to date, she loves to promote Ghanaian culture and history through her jewellery making. This artisan gift is a tool used to direct people away from appropriation and channel their energy to appreciate the numerous talents that the Ghanaians she has worked with possess. The outcome has been amazing and empowering to both her and the participants.Instagram and Facebook are @efiadesigns and her website is launching soon at www.efiadesigns.com Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica#May 2023

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends! I had an exciting interview with   Ayo-Bankole Akintujoye a Strategy & Transformation professional with thirteen years of experience that covers leadership roles as the Head of Strategy Groups in the financial markets, insurance, and oil & gas industries. Our Podcast - Let's Act: Sustainably Developing Africa and Beyond is titled, "Work and Economic Growth: Caladium Lagos SME Bootcamp". I invite you to listen in as always.As a Strategy Consultant, Ayo-Bankole led many strategy projects across sub-Saharan Africa, working for KPMG, PwC, Phillips Consulting, and C2G Consulting. He has provided strategy advice to over 130 companies, governments, and development institutions, including the AfDB, World Bank, ExxonMobil, Chevron, Bristow Group, Actis, Axa, and many other large and SME organizations with transactions value of over $120million.  His consulting experience cuts across strategy & execution, change management, process improvement, due diligence, merger & acquisition, etc.Ayo - Bankole is a serial entrepreneur and founder, an advocate for good governance, and the growth of MSMEs as the key to unlocking Africa’s economic potential. He is the Convener of the Caladium Lagos SME Bootcamp.A platform he co-founded to help enhance the business management skills of MSMEs to reduce their risks of failure and contribute to SDG8. He has supported over 5,500 SMEs via the Bootcamp and through Caladium Consulting, a firm he founded to provide MSMEs with access to first-class professional services.You can connect with him on Twitter via @AyoBankole or Instagram via @AyoBankoleePlease - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica#April 2023 

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled:  Importance of Role Models for Women and Girls in Technology (STEM)  I had an awesome interview session with our guest Jadesola Adedeji the co-founder of STEM METS who is passionate about all things STEM.Highlights:Jadesola is a social entrepreneur who is changing what education looks like in Nigeria by delivering Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) based activities to develop the skills for the future workplace.Her desire to engage her own children in meaningful and creative enrichment programmes by extension enabled her to extend similar opportunities to other children in her community and beyond.Together with her friend the late Dr Funmi Ogunwuyi STEM METS was founded in 2013.To date, they have empowered over 18000 learners who have accessed their programmes. They have enjoyed partnerships with international, award-winning educational technological providers and implement robotics and coding programmes on behalf of Airbus Foundation in Nigeria.The importance of role models is key for development as you will find out in this episode.Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica#March 2023

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled:  The Journey to Greatness: Educating and Empowering our Youth.  I had a fantastic interview session with our guest Phinnah Chichi Ikeji who is a passionate Parenting  Consultant and Coach.She has worked with parents and teens for over 10 years, helping parents how to understand, communicate, connect, and raise the next responsible leaders of tomorrow. Her organization, Parenting Teens Solutions Ltd. is dedicated to Educating, Empowering, Encouraging, and Equipping parents with the right tools to help themselves and their teens as they navigate through the changes and challenges of the adolescent journey. It is her mission to help, support, and disrupt wrong parenting habits/norms and transform the lives of families through wholesome, compassion-led thinking.Her parenting experience and work have given her opportunities to speak on global platforms, local UK authorities, schools, and churches both in the UK and around the world. She is the host of the Parenting Teens Solutions Podcast, (listed in the 11th in the top 60 world podcast list for parenting teens). She is an Amazon best-selling author, an International speaker, and a mother to two young adults and two teenagers.Highlights:Tools for how to listen to our children and youthWhy it is important to provide a safe environment for them to learn from their mistakes and celebrate their winsHow to empower them to be responsible and accountable on their journey to greatnessDoes success leave clues?Learn from a personal true story Listen to powerful nuggets for greatness at the end for children, youth, and adultsPlease - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica#February2023

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled:  Africa Fast Forward: Connections Through Creativity.  I had an awesome interview session with Mr. Gboyega Adelaja as he was getting ready to attend a Jazz Immersion in Lagos, Nigeria. Highlights:Africans can tell their own great and inspiring storiesThe media platform can be used to showcase and empower youthRevive collective development and creative effort among African countries e.g. FESTAC '77Accomplished African youth are paving the way for many othersWe can all make a difference by shaping the mindset of our youthMr. Adelaja's Profile:1. Accomplished Afro Jazz Pianist 2. Pianist with Hugh Masekela 1973 - 19763. Recorded 3 albums with Hugh Masekela4. First secretary Performing Musicians Association of Nigeria. PMAN5. Former Secretary Independent Television Producers Association of Nigeria ITPAN6. Accomplished TV producer, multi-talented video editor, and director. Videographer of international status.7. Happily married grandfather with 2 adult children and a grandson.Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica#January2023

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled: Japa Syndrome: Loss to Africa and Gift to the Diaspora? I had a wonderful interview session with Funmilola Ajayi of Industrial Training Fund – Head of Finance and Accounting and Assistant Director with over 21 years of experience working in the Human Resource space. Outside of work, Funmilola is passionate about making a difference and gives back to her community as a volunteer in different capacities. Funmilola is an alumnus of Ondo State University where she studied Economics.Listen to Funmilola's responses to discussions on the following:1. What does 'Japa' mean? 2. Why do you think everyone is talking about the Japa Syndrome? What are the short, medium, and long-term impacts on the development of our youth and the nation?3. There have been different waves of Japa but this seems to be the fiercest as some will say there is no incentive to get them back again in Nigeria. What are your thoughts?4. There is mention of making the environment conducive for the youths to thrive.  Surely, not everyone wants to Japa?5. Countries (UK, USA, Canada, Germany, Sweden, etc) are actively setting the scene to attract our youth either for further education (masters and Ph.D.) or work. This amounts to brain drain and a loss to Africa and a gain to the Diaspora. What do you think?6. You seem to advocate for Nigerians that have ‘Japaed’ to consider going back to Nigeria and establishing themselves in Nigeria or any African Country that they come from after their studies or work. Is this a fair request?7. The world is now a global village with different nuances linking all the continents together most especially technology. Any advice to the current and next generation on Sustainable Development especially in the education space?8. How can we ensure we highlight sustainability through the Sustainable Development Goals - SDG4 – promote lifelong learning through reading, inclusive education, and provide opportunities for all? 9. How do you relax?Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica#December 2022

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled: Technology in Africa: Youth readiness in Nigeria. I had an awesome interview session with Dr. Ebenezer Idowu Olatubosun Ajayi a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Biochemistry, Osun State University, Osogbo, Nigeria, where he currently serves as the Head of the Department of Biochemistry, including the Science Laboratory Technology Programme. He serves as the Director of STEMSEL Nigeria, an NGO arm of STEMSEL Foundation Australia which deploys (pedagogy, heutagogy, andragogy, and ergonagy) various functional learning, work, and leadership processes.Dr. Ajayi is a member of notable professional societies.When he's not teaching or doing research, he invests his time in family, community, church, chi/martial arts, and gardening. He champions a  science education outreach programme where he is passionately leads the advocacy for the disruptive Runlinc Easy Coding for AI, IoT & Robotics. These are social learning tools used to drive the achievement of the SDGs through his STREEAAMMIEbeyondSTEM Programme of the Ebelola Bioenergetic Solutions Ltd.Dr. Ajayi is happily married to an equally admirable wife, and their union is blessed with amazing children.Have you heard of Runlinc Easy Coding for Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things & Robotics?Listen to Dr. Ajayi's evidence-based stories from countries such as Nigeria, Cameroun, Sudan, Zambia, Australia, and many more.  Hear about how youth are winning competitions, helping their parents to save on domestic bills through creative forward-thinking ideas, and winning scholarships by designing, smart and intelligent devices, QR Codes, and more! Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica@ebenezer idowu o. ajayi (phd, embdr, fipmd)

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled: Giving Back: Education, Empowerment, and Fulfilment in the Diaspora and Africa. I had a fantastic interview session with Wole Sanwo a seasoned Accountant and a Fellow of the Chartered Association of Certified Accountants (FCCA).He has over 30 years of experience working in different capacities within Social Housing in the United Kingdom In March 2022, Wole retired from permanent roles to transition to N.E.D (Non-Executive Director) roles. He joined One YMCA in June 2022 in an interim capacity, as Head of Finance. Outside of work, Wole is passionate about giving back to his community and has been instrumental in the development of the vibrant old schools network, NSF (UK), where members have raised thousands of pounds for school projects back in Africa. Wole is an alumnus of Igbobi College Yaba Old Boys Association (ICOBA EUROPE).Listen to Wole's responses to questions such as:1. What does giving back mean to you?  Why is it important?2. What groups of people have benefited from your activities?3. How do you find and engage with stakeholders? Do you collaborate with other groups or people to fulfill your vision?4. What challenges have you faced? How did you overcome them?5. Share success stories - collaboration with UK and Africa, NSF (UK) fundraising etc 6. Any lessons learned?7. Advice to the current and next generation on Sustainable Development especially in the education space.Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica

Send us Fan MailHi Sustainable Friends - Welcome to this episode titled Digital Skills: Bridging the Gap in Africa and the Diaspora. Oludare is passionate about digital skills, digital products, data privacy, transformation, and giving back! CEO Oludare Olorunfemi passionately shares how his business Digital Business Konsult has trained 100s of people to acquire knowledge in the digital and data privacy space. Oludare is a Digital Skills Mentor and Member of the European Data Protection Forum,providing guidance to senior management in adherence to obligations of data protection and information security regulations.He enjoys giving back to the community, volunteering, and offering free digital training to support individuals with skill gaps globally. Listen to the success stories of his candidates and mentees who have gone on to land high-paying jobs in Africa, Dubai, the United Kingdom, America, Canada, and more!Prof Olu_D as fondly called by his mentees has changed the lives of many and continues to do so on a daily basis.His details: Email: [email protected]: https://digitalbusinesskonsult.com/LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/oludare-olorunfemiPlease - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica 

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled: The Young Author: Encouraging others Through Reading.I had an awesome and insightful time with the youngest guest on my Podcast to date - Sarah Kittoe (10yrs).Sarah Kittoe is a young author with the ambition of ending inequalities in our society. She has pledged to use funds raised from the sale of her books to support homelessness and the vulnerable in our society. Sarah wrote her books during the COVID lockdown at the age of 7yrs. One of the key objectives of her books is to encourage young people to read and write much more than they are currently doing. She is a young Christian and believes that she and many others can be and are empowered to do great things and hope to encourage others never to give up. Sarah currently has 3 books namely Linsey and the Blue Fox, The Friendship Club, and other stories, and a colouring book available on Amazon and Kindle.Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled: Clean Cooking: Sustainability through Innovation.I had an awesome and insightful time with my guest Amina Ali. Amina is emerging from a legal background and now the Group Project Manager at Ener-G-Africa a leading energy company in Africa focused on the development of sustainable energy solutions.She is a social impact project strategic leader whose purpose is to transform the lives of families in poor communities around the world. To date, Ener G – Africa has develop high carbon finance projects under three operational platforms being:  Cleaner cooking [we manufacture cookstoves that are distributed for free to poor communities in different countries] Efficient Lighting Sustainable Energy Ener-G-Africa is one of C-Quest Capital's implementing partners in Africa with its holding company in the United Kingdom (UK) and headquarters in Cape Town, South Africa.Amina is responsible for the overall direction of the company, with particular focus on strategic leadership. Amina oversees Ener -G Africa’s work in the  - South Africa, Mozambique, Malawi, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Tanzania, Angola, Rwanda, and Kenya. The goal is to be a continental powerhouse of changing lives for the better.  Ener-G-Africa' s moto is Sustainability through Innovation.Picture this: From Malawi to Cape Town women have become empowered using these Rocket Stoves , girls can now go to school and the men can use these stoves to make bricks which are used to build houses leading to multiple streams of income!!!Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica

Send us Fan MailHi Sustainable Friends,Find out why my guest Eleanor McGill describes Uganda as a safe space and where she loves working in diverse communites with so much passion in the Charity space.  She shares her experience of volunteering and working for over 10 years in Uganda and the impact of working flat out in the United Kindom during the COVID period. Eleanor in the podcast titled,' Charity Work: Compassion, Fatigue, and Burnouts,' shares why she likes giving back and also lets us into the world of what happens when you miss the signs of fatigue and burnout as a result of compassion for others and passion for work.   Highlights:This is a  'must' listen-to topic as it applies to everyone irrespective of your line of duty.We all need to know the tell-tale signs of fatigue and burnout, especially when working on projects or work that one is absolutely passionate about.Eleanor shares her experience and how she managed to overcome some of the manifestations of the tell-tale signs she experienced.Heard about coping mechanisms and self-love?Do you want to hear beautiful and inspirational stories about Charity work in Uganda?Be sure to listen to this Podcast today as so much was shared!Kindly Listen, Enjoy and Share. Thank you.@TokunboIfaturoti @LetsActAfrica

Send us Fan MailHi Sustainable Friends,Did you know that women and girls make up 49-51% of Nigeria's over 200 Million Population?  Fabia Ogunmekan shares her fascinating journey in the development space in our podcast titled, Philanthropy: My Passion for Women's Causes. The Director of  Women In Successful Careers (WISCAR) and Founding Trustee of Imara Foundation with great national pride kept me engaged and wanting to know more about her powerful lineage of strong role models. Today, she comfortably sits on their shoulders and finds time to Pay It Forward as she proffers solutions to some of the development issues evident in Nigeria.Fabia recently curated a book on behalf of  WISCAR and UN Women called the Sheroes of Beijing, documenting the work of women activists.  Highlights:Statistics indicate women are still unfairly represented in the corridors of power but are making great strides in the corporate world.Women are navigating various pitfalls and building inclusive leadership pipelines from the boardroom with inroads into the community.Leadership comes in different ways. With the right leadership and good governance, the national pride of being a Nigerian will be a badge of honour.The art of networking and mentorship enables a transfer of a wealth of knowledge and skills that young women can tap into, to unleash, character, capacity, strategic leadership, and much more.The youth are doing amazing things! Nigerian and African youth will soon become the ones to watch in the innovation, technology, art spaces, and much more. So much was shared!Kindly Listen, Enjoy and Share. Thank you.@TokunboIfaturoti @LetsActAfrica

Send us Fan Mail Hi Sustainable FriendsMy guest the CEO of JemiEats Joy Isaac and I had some great bouts of laughter during this Podcast interview.!Joy shared her amazing journey moving from London to Lagos and why many diasporans despite being successful abroad still remain unfulfilled.JemiEats is a FoodTech platform that is beginning its operations in Lagos in 2022. Joy shares her experience of setting up JemiEasts in Lagos, her content pillars, product planning, and the automated solution she intends to provide against all exciting odds in the hospitality industry in Lagos, Nigeria.The day and nightlife in Lagos are second to none with untapped opportunities identified on a daily basis, some of which she captures in her blog IMovedBack.com.Highlights:1.   Repatriation: The UK and US second generation as moving back to Africa and doing amazing things2.   Entrepreneurs: Setting up start-ups in various sectors, tech, fintech, hospitality, entertainment, agriculture, and many more3.   Giving back: Hiring locally, training and mentoring, and engaging in philanthropic activities 4. Nigerians no dey carry last o!Kindly Listen, Enjoy and Share. Thank you.@TokunboIfaturoti @LetsActAfrica

Send us Fan MailHi Sustainable Friends,My guest Shakirat O. Raji - Olaogun shared her profound insight about Developing Cyber Security in Africa: Young Women in Technology.Have you heard of cyber awareness and security?  Ethical hackers and defensive and offensive security? Penetration Test? Highlights of her  interview:Thirst for Knowledge: You can't stop a heart that yearns for knowledge Be a Mentor: Where your knowledge ends, it begins for anotherMindset: The sky is the beginning of your developmentGrowth: Get rid of the Impostor Syndrome and rise to the top Development: Catch our young ones early (especially the Girl-Child)Victim vs Victor: Shakirat rose up after a period of psychological and emotional abuse in her previous relationship and set up an NGO - Shades of Women Foundation with a particular focus on SDG3 Good Health and Well-being and provides a holistic approach to ending domestic violence. Do you want to know more?She provided answers to questions such as  - What Cyber Security means, the issues, and how they impact the development of the African continent? She shared comparative examples of the benefits of Cyber Security and inspiring stories about what it means to individuals, companies, and govt.Why it is important to leverage the global trajectory and examples.What are women in technology doing across the continent?Kindly Listen, Enjoy and Share. Thank you.@TokunboIfaturoti @LetsActAfrica

Send us Fan MailHi Sustainable Friends and welcome to our Podcast.I had an awesome interview with  Viviane Adjado during her interview titled, 'Building a Digital Marketing Brand: The African Narrative'. Her vision is to inspire rather than impact because when you inspire, you enable someone to have a different vision, to change their mindset, and thereby encourage them. Her inspiration is the essence of leadership.To be successful, she says, you have to pay attention to details, be proactive, have the ability to observe, adapt and readjust. Kindly Listen, Enjoy and Share. Thank You.@Tokunboifaturoti@LetsActAfrica

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to the Let's Act: Sustainably Developing Africa and Beyond podcast!Known as The Rags to Impact Coach, Dumi Senda has gone from a life of menial labor with little prospects to Oxford university MSc graduate and go-to Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) expert and coach with extensive experience of working with top global organizations across several sectors in 5 continents. He is currently Head of Growth & Innovation at Righttrack Learning, a senior leadership role that involves leading on strategic business development and curating and delivering Bespoke D&I Training solutions for teams and leaders in organizations across a wide array of sectors.Dumi passionately believes we should NEVER LET OUR BACKGROUNDS KEEP US IN THE BACKGROUND and, as psychologist Dr. Caroline Leaf puts it, we are all “wired for success!” This was an awesome interview and here are some highlights:Stop the blame game as the World owes us nothing! We need to be intentional about our development against all odds.The illusion of consumerism and freedom can be a cause of distraction for Youth.How can value be added to the entertainment space especially in Africa to steer Youth in the right direction while they still enjoy themselves?Youth are increasingly becoming intolerant to unfairness and injustice. Let us recognize that great inventions are coming out of the African continent and Africans should not lose their identity or passion as the World is now borderless. Collaboration with the Diaspora and the World is key for innovation and growth.We all need to leave a sustainable Legacy for the Youth to help them unlock their potential power and be role models.We have to recognize and foster the need to inculcate a coaching culture in schools, homes, faith organizations, and more!I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did. Kindly Listen and Share. Thank you very much.@LetsActAfrica@Tokunboifaturoti

Send us Fan MailHi Sustainable Friends,A deeply insightful interview with Bernadette Thompson OBE titled  'Leadership: Amplifying the Voices of Women of Colour'.Highlights:Ngozi Okonjo-Iwela and Dr. Adadevoh... A Legacy. If you are not given a seat at the table bring a folding chair. Shirley Chisholm. Don't let the system silence you.You have a voice...speak up. Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter. Martin Luther King Jr. Men can be our allies.Pay it forward...what have you done to help others. Don't deselect yourself put yourself out there, network with others with intent and connect with others who can support your journey and effect change.How do you navigate the hidden culture?Get ready for #breakingthebias - International Women's Day 8th March 2022Kindly Listen, Enjoy and Share. Thank you.@TokunboIfaturoti @LetsActAfrica

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends... Welcome to this episode titled, 'Re-engineering the Mindset of African Children through STEAM Skills'Adetola Salau is an author, social innovative entrepreneur, future-readiness advocate, global educator, Engineer, and an all-around transformation agent with over 20 years of experience driving dramatic results in the education sector and re-engineering the mindset of African children to create their own economic prosperity through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics skills.Adetola Salau is also the Senior Special Assistant on Education to the Executive Governor of Lagos State.I enjoyed every minute of our conversation!  We talked about:STEAM being transdisciplinary (bringing various subjects together) and how it can be used to solve challenges around the world'A' - Arts was introduced into the STEAM family to ensure inclusiveness, as most students felt there was no need to be part of the STEM movement especially, as they had no flair for the science subjects in schoolBootcamps, Drone Technology, Cell Phone Training, Solar Cell Set-up, Climate Change, Entrepreneurship Training, and much more across the Lagos State, NigeriaFunding and the plans for 2022 in the STEAM space in Lagos, across Nigeria, Africa and her hope for children and youth towards developing innovative solutions Stories of some great achievements to dateAdetola is very passionate about STEAM. You will love this practical insight!Happy listening!@LetsActAfrica@TokunboIfaturoti

Send us Fan MailHi Sustainable Friends - Welcome to this episode titled 'Lessons Learned: Great Strides from Daniel's Journey'. Daniel is passionate about youth development, good governance, capacity building, and environmental sustainability.Daniel discusses the following:The importance of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (ACFTA) for African youth, the YouLead Summit,  youth capacity, and peacebuilding.  Youth need to participate in governance, transparency, and accountability practices and get ready to Lead!.About 60% of Africans are under the age of 25 years which makes the African continent the youngest in the world. There are more than enough agile and proactive people to develop the Africa we want but mindsets need to change.ACFTA is creating jobs for young Africans in communication, transport, tourism, construction, e-commerce, education system, financial services, health, and the movement of persons.Africa and the world need to believe in the goods and services Africa produces.Daniel Akinjise is a young active citizen who was recognized by the United Nations Nigeria with the Outstanding Volunteer Award in 2020, and the "Thumb Award" by Enough is Enough Nigeria in 2018 for his commitment to ensuring youth participation in governance in Nigeria. In 2019, he was nominated for the MAATHAI IMPACT AWARD, where he served as a consultant on youth and peacebuilding for Peace Direct and United Networks of Young (UNOY) Peace-builders.Daniel was selected as a delegate to attend the World Youth Forum-Egypt in 2019, West Africa Youth Internet Governance Forum-Sierra Leone in 2020, and YOULEAD Business Leaders and Policy Makers Bootcamp-Tanzania in 2021.His experience working with youth-led nonprofits has helped him acquire skills in Capacity Building, Graphic Design, Photography, and Storytelling. He’s the founder of TAD Initiative, (a youth-led platform focused on climate actions and environmental sustainability), and Empowered Youth, (an Initiative that helps young people to acquire skills through mentorship and peer learning). Daniel has worked and supported movements on human capacity development and economic empowerment (British Council, Junior Achievement Nigeria, Heinrich Boll Stiftung Foundation, Leap Africa, USAID, EIE Nigeria, etc). Please listen, enjoy, like, and share!Many thanks.@Tokunboifaturoti@LetsActAfrica

Send us Fan MailHello Sustainable Friends and welcome to this episode titled: Financing the Energy Transition in Africa.I had a wonderful and insightful time with my guest Caleb Adebayo. Enjoy!Caleb is a youth and lawyer a focuses on developing Africa to the maximum!He is an Energy, Environmental, and Finance Lawyer who just completed an LLM in Energy and Environmental Law Programme at New York University as a Dean’s Scholar. He is the Student Ambassador to the New York City Bar Association and a member of the City Bar’s Energy Committee.  Caleb also works as a legal intern at the State Energy and Environmental Impact Center in New York and is also the founder and team lead at Earthplus, an environmental nonprofit organization delivering sustainable environmental solutions across Africa. Picture this, how would you like to use solar energy for your daily activities before you pay for the full service?Is it possible for everyone to afford Solar panels on their rooftops and Solar Home Systems without having to pay so much upfront?Can anyone walk into a Nigerian electricity store today with 5K Naira and get a Solar Home System, Installation of Solar panels on his/her roof, and/or access the use of a Solar mini-grid worth 250K Naira of electricity consumption per year?Listen in to hear if that is possible especially if Solar access becomes securitized where Solar Sevices are enjoyed before you are able to pay off your Solar Sevices bills!Who then will bear the risks? The investors or the energy subscribers?How were challenges in Rwanda and Kenya overcome?Is the role of private investors to finance energy transition and how can Africa be attractive to foreign investors in this space?Oil companies now rebranding with clear Renewable Energy objectives...what is the Continent doing?Please - Listen, Like, and Share!Many thanks,@Tokunbo Ifaturoti @Let'sActAfrica