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Africa Tech Summit Podcast
by Africa Tech Summit
Africa Tech Summit is the leading event series focused on African tech and investment with Summits globally. Africa Tech Summit Podcast continues the conversation with industry leaders, investors, and corporates providing you with insights from across the African tech scene.
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EP39: Behind the Rails: Building Reliable Payments Across Africa with pawaPay
Recorded live at Africa Tech Summit Nairobi, this episode features Jamie Steell, Chief Operating Officer at pawaPay.pawaPay is a key player in Africa’s payments ecosystem, building infrastructure designed to handle the complexity and fragmentation of payment systems across the continent.In this conversation, Jamie breaks down what it really takes to scale payments in Africa -from navigating fragmented mobile money networks to building automated systems that can handle failures in real time.The discussion also explores trust in payment systems, the role of mobile money as Africa’s financial backbone, and why consolidation across providers is likely the next phase of growth.Hosted by Nixon Kanali, Founder & Tech Editor at TechTrends Media.For more insights and upcoming events, visit africatechsummit.com.
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EP38: Breaking Borders: Building Seamless Cross-Border Payments in Africa with PESA
Recorded live at Africa Tech Summit Nairobi, this episode features Wale Afolabi, Co-Founder and CTO of PESA.PESA is building infrastructure to simplify cross-border payments—helping individuals and businesses move money instantly across markets including the UK, EU, US, UAE, and Nigeria, with expansion across Africa underway.In this conversation, Wale breaks down the realities behind cross-border payments—from fragmented regulations and liquidity challenges to the importance of local partnerships and reliable payment rails.The discussion also explores how digital payments are enabling African SMEs to trade globally, and what’s coming next, including the rise of stablecoins and instant payments across the continent.Hosted by Nixon Kanali, Founder & Tech Editor at TechTrends MediaFor more insights and upcoming events, visit africatechsummit.com.
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EP37: The Digital Revolution: Enhancing Cross-Border Payments in Africa
The Digital Revolution: Enhancing Cross-Border Payments in Africa – Panel at Africa Tech Summit Nairobi 2025 featuring insights and views from Eric Wainaina – General Manager, Africa at Conduit, Yemi Lawani – Director of Business Development at Circle Iheakachi Nwabueze – Head of Global Marketing and Growth at Grey Dr. Collins Igwe – CFO at Budpay and moderated by Paschal Okeke – Head of Operations & Expansion at CrissCross.Panelists discuss the current state of cross-border payments on the continent, the technological advancements in financial services powered by blockchain and digital currencies and highlight the anticipated growth of the African payment market, projected to reach $40 billion with 70% being digital.The session touches on key challenges in the industry, including high transaction costs, regulatory fragmentation, compliance complexities, inefficient banking infrastructures and differing regulatory frameworks across countries present additional hurdles for cross-border transactions.
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EP36: The Truth About Venture Capital; Unveiling Today’s Trend & Reality
Listen to a live panel on "The Truth About Venture Capital; Unveiling Today’s Trend & Reality" recorded live at Africa Tech Summit Nairobi. Visit our website for more details and future events: www.africatechsummit.com.With Jason Njoku – Founder at NjokuZillaAndreata Muforo – Partner at TLcom CapitalSelma Farouk – Investment Analyst at DPI VCMaxime Bayen – Operating Partner at Catalyst Fund Eric Osiakwan – Founder and Managing Partner at Chanzo CapitalHighlights include🌍 Diverse Ecosystem: African investment opportunities span various sectors, with fintech and climate technology being front-runners. 📉 Current Trends: A noticeable decline in startup funding was observed, yet there’s optimism about recovery as macroeconomic conditions stabilize. 💰 Local Knowledge: The significance of local investors was emphasized for navigating Africa’s unique market complexities. 🚀 Growth Challenges: Founders need to adopt capital efficiency strategies and focus on sustainable growth amidst economic volatility.
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EP35: Africa's FinTech Frontier: Payments & Growth Opportunities
Listen to a live panel on "Africa's FinTech Frontier: Payments & Growth Opportunities" recorded live at Africa Tech Summit Nairobi. Visit our website for more details and future events: www.africatechsummit.com.Featuring Didi Uwemakpan - VP at Moniepoint Adesoji Solanke - Head of FinTech & Banks, Investment Banking Origination at Absa Shay Hamilton - CEO at Tola Saruni Maina - Associate VP at Flutterwave and moderated by Nkiru Uwaje - COO at Mansa Finance Highlights from the session include: 🌍 Growth of Fintech: The African fintech industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increased mobile penetration and digital payment adoption.💳 Mobile Money Integration: The rise of mobile money services is transforming payment systems, facilitating real-time transactions and increasing financial inclusion. 🔒 Challenges in Security: The advancement of technology also brings challenges, particularly in fraud protection and identity management for fintech companies.
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EP34: Building Web3 Across The Continent
Listen to a live panel on "Building Web3 Across The Continent " recorded live at Africa Tech Summit Nairobi. Visit our website for more details and future events: www.africatechsummit.com. Featuring Chris Duffus - CEO at FonbnkStephen Browne - Co-Founder at Sorted WalletMouloukou Sanoh - Co-Founder & CEO at Mansa Financeand moderated by Jessica Hope - CEO at WimbartHighlights from the session include: 🌍 Web3 as a Catalyst for Change: The panel emphasized that Web3 technologies could significantly reshape financial infrastructure in Africa, offering new methods for transactions and financial services. 📉 Financial Inclusion Challenges: A staggering 75% of adults in Southern Africa lack access to formal financial services, highlighting the pressing need for innovative solutions.💰 Stablecoins’ Role: Stablecoins are viewed as a potential game-changer for financial transactions, providing stability and ease of use in volatile economies.
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EP33: Stablecoins in Africa: Stability & Innovation Powering Digital Payments
Listen to a live panel on "Stablecoins in Africa: Stability & Innovation Powering Digital Payments" recorded live at Africa Tech Summit Nairobi. Visit our website for more details and future events: www.africatechsummit.com.Victoria Calmon - Head of Marketing and Communications at Mento Labs Daniel Kimotho - Ecosystem and Strategic Partnerships at Celo Foundation Sebastien Piolat - Business Development Director for Web3 at Operaand moderated by Duncan Muchangi - Head of Business Development at Fonbnk. The panelists explore challenges and opportunities in the adoption of stablecoins across the continent, financial literacy, accessibility, and the current reliance on mobile money systems. Sharing insights into prevalent use cases for stablecoins — like savings, payments, and remittances— and highlight the role of emerging technologies in bridging gaps within traditional financial systems. The discussion covers the importance of partnerships and the ecosystem required for stablecoin growth, as well as exciting projections for the future where traditional banking systems may evolve into a more decentralized financial landscape.
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EP32: Insights From The Frontline
Listen to a live panel on "Insights From The Frontline" recorded live at Africa Tech Summit London. Visit our website for more details and future events: www.africatechsummit.com.Featuring:Chika Nwobi – Founder & CEO at DecagonMike Quinn – Co-Founder & CEO at BoostUzoma Dozie – Chief Sparkler at SparkleModerated by Jessica Hope – Founder & CEO at WimbartThe session digs in to the founders stories, sharing their challenges and strategies for startups in the African tech ecosystem amidst macroeconomic difficulties. Panelists discussed the importance of building businesses with solid fundamentals, focusing on profitability, and managing risks such as currency devaluation and inflation. They also emphasized the need for startups to stay lean, adapt quickly, and maintain strong relationships with investors to secure funding during tough economic times.
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EP31: Gen AI Hype or Reality? How are African Startups Building with Generative AI
Listen to a live panel on "Gen AI Hype or Reality? How are African Startups Building with Generative AI" recorded live at Africa Tech Summit London. Featuring:Honey Ogundeyi – Founder & CEO at EdukoyaDave Evans – CTPO at pawaPayStefan Kruger – Vice President Of Engineering at PaystackEd Fricker – Director of Platform Engineering at Smile IDand moderated by Kartik Renjen – Head of Startup/VC Biz Dev at Amazon Web ServicesThe session emphasizes the importance of integrating AI into both current operations and future visions, highlighting the value of building in-house AI expertise to stay competitive. Panellists stressed the need for early-stage start-ups to experiment with AI tools and avoid over-committing to specific technologies due to the rapid pace of innovation. Underscoring the potential for smaller, efficient teams to leverage AI for significant impact and encouraged innovative business models in the AI-driven market.Visit our website for more details and future events: www.africatechsummit.com.
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EP30: The State Of African Fintech Trends & Opportunities
The State Of African Fintech Trends & Opportunities recorded live at Africa Tech Summit London 2024 at he London Stock Exchange on June 7th, 2024.Featuring Chinenye Agwu - VP Sales & Sector Head for PSPs at Flutterwave Lewam Kefela - Principal at Partech Africa Frank Atube - COO at Seamfix Stephen Oluwatobi - Head of Operations at Kora Technologies Babs Ogundeyi - Group CEO & Founder at Kuda Technologies Moderated by Nkiru Uwaje - COO at Mansa FinanceThe session focused on the current funding landscape for African fintechs and the challenges faced by the ecosystem over the past 12 months including the significant decrease in funding in 2023 due to global economic downturns, the necessity of educating regulators to bridge generational gaps and foster better understanding of fintech innovations, and the impact of regulatory and compliance challenges on business growth. Despite the setbacks, there's optimism about the future, highlighting the increasing number of funds earmarked for Africa and the potential for a resurgence in the fintech sector.Visit our website for more details and future events: www.africatechsummit.com/
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EP29: Africa Tech Funding, Growth and Expansion
Africa Tech Summit panel session on Africa Tech Funding, Growth and Expansion featuring insights.Laurien Field – Global Head, Startup Catalyst at IFC Tingting Peng – Chief Capital, Strategy, and Impact Officer at Moove Victor Alade – CEO and Co-founder at Raenest Nina Triantis – Global Head of TMT at Standard Bank Frannie Tyner- Director of Corporate Development at Onafriq Moderated by Adewale Yusuf – Co-Founder & CEO at TalentQLSubscribe for updates and join our live Summits in Nairobi, Ghana and London! More details on www.africatechsummit.comThe session highlights the shift in funding criteria, with higher expectations for company quality amidst the market’s volatility and macroeconomic shocks over the past 12 months. Despite this, there is pressure on VCs and growth equity funds to deploy capital, which is expected to lead to a reopening of capital flows over the next 12-18 months. Regulatory instability in major African markets, such as Nigeria and Egypt, and the challenges of currency conversion are significant hurdles. However, there is optimism that increased funding and strategic exits could rejuvenate interest and investment in African startups, particularly if positive stories and stability are promoted. Additionally, while traditional private equity and debt financing continue to play roles, innovative funding structures and thematic investments are emerging as critical tools for supporting growth in this complex environment.
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EP28: Exploring Recycling Of Plastic Waste into Low-Carbon Building Materials
The Climate, Tech & Sustainability Series -The Climate, Tech & Sustainability podcast series from Africa Tech Summit, supported by Mercy Corps Ventures and in partnership with the SixthD.With insights from Kubik Inc. a company turning plastic waste into affordable and durable low-carbon buildings in Kenya and Ethiopia.Featuring:Kidus Asfaw, CEO and Co-Founder, Kubik IncBoko Inyundo, Founder The SixthDSubscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in Nairobi and London! More details on www.Africatechsummit.com
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EP27: Exploring the Nexus Between Energy, Fintech, & Development
The Climate, Tech & Sustainability Series -The Climate, Tech & Sustainability podcast series from Africa Tech Summit, supported by Mercy Corps Ventures and in partnership with the SixthD.With insights from Easy Solar a company distributing and financing solar solutions in Sierra Leone and Liberia.Featuring:Nthabiseng Mosia, Co-founder & CCO, Easy SolarBoko Inyundo, Founder The SixthDSubscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in Nairobi and London! More details on www.Africatechsummit.com
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EP26: Future of Web3 in Africa with Founder of Fonbnk, Christian Duffus
Insights from Chistian Duffus, founder of Fonbnk on Web3, payments and the future across the African continent for micro-payments.Subscribe for updates and join our live Summits in Nairobi and London! More details on www.africatechsummit.com
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EP25: Exploring Bitcoin Mining in Africa
The Climate, Tech & Sustainability Series -The Climate, Tech & Sustainability podcast series from Africa Tech Summit, supported by Mercy Corps Ventures and Peercarbon, in partnership with the SixthD.With insights from Gridless, a sustainable bitcoin mining company leveraging hydro-powered micro grids in Kenya and MalawiFeaturing:Erik Hersman, CEO of GridlessBoko Inyundo, Founder The SixthDSubscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in Nairobi and London! More details on www.Africatechsummit.com
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EP24: The Future of Digital Financial Services
The Future of Digital Financial Services was recorded live at the Africa Money & DeFi Summit - West Africa 2023, an Africa Tech Summit event.Panel session featuring insights and views from:Mumbi Annstella, Acting General Manager at TalaAdoma Owusu, General Manager: Fintech Business Development and Expansion at MTNKwame Aduansere, Head Digital Innovation at Fidelity Bank GhanaFara Ashiru, Founder and CEO at OkraLeona Abban, Country Manager at Turaco Ghanaand moderated by Francis Tay, Investment Manager at Founders Factory Africa,Subscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in, Nairobi and London! More details on www.africatechsummit.com
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EP23: Exploring Affordable Clean Cooking Fuel in Africa
The Climate, Tech & Sustainability Series -The Climate, Tech & Sustainability podcast series from Africa Tech Summit, supported by Mercy Corps Ventures and Peercarbon, in partnership with the SixthD.With insights from Koko Networks, a company delivering affordable, clean bioethanol cooking fuel across KenyaFeaturing:Greg Murray, CEO & Co-Founder, Koko NetworksBoko Inyundo, Founder The SixthDSubscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in Nairobi and London! More details on www.Africatechsummit.com
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EP22: Exploring Direct Air Carbon Capture in Africa
The Climate, Tech & Sustainability Series -The Climate, Tech & Sustainability podcast series from Africa Tech Summit, supported by Mercy Corps Ventures and Peercarbon, in partnership with the SixthD.With insights from Octavia Carbon who are building and deploying Direct Air Carbon Capture (DACC) machines in KenyaFeaturing:Martin Freimüller, Founder & CEO, Octavia CarbonBoko Inyundo, Founder The SixthDSubscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in Nairobi and London! More details on www.Africatechsummit.com
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EP21: Building The Future of Web3 In Africa
Building The Future of Web3 In Africa, was recorded live at the Africa Money & DeFi Summit - West Africa 2023, an Africa Tech Summit event.Panel session featuring: Vicentia Asilevi – IT Project Manager - Ejara Munachimso Ogueke, CEO - OneLiquidity Sarah Idahosa, Founder - Women in Defi Emmanuel Ebanehita, CMO - Fuse Moderated by Elisha Owusu Akyaw (aka GhCryptoGuy)Subscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in, Nairobi and London! More details on www.africatechsummit.com
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EP20: Exploring Electric Mobility in Africa
The Climate, Tech & Sustainability Series -The Climate, Tech & Sustainability podcast series from Africa Tech Summit, supported by Mercy Corps Ventures and Peercarbon, in partnership with the SixthD.Insights from Roam, who are making electric transport more accessible in KenyaFeaturing:Filip Lövström, Co-Founder & CEO, RoamBoko Inyundo, Founder The SixthDSubscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in Nairobi and London! More details on www.Africatechsummit.com
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EP19: Africa Fintech Investment - Outlook and Insights
Africa Fintech Investment - Outlook and Insights, was recorded live at the Africa Money & DeFi Summit - West Africa 2023, an Africa Tech Summit event.Panel session featuring;Adesoji Solanke - Head of Fintech Investment Banking - ABSAJasiel Martin-Odoom - Africa Investment Officer at Accion VenturesMichael Mutie - Investment Professional at Launch Africa VenturesYvonne Okafor - Founder at A&A Collective and moderated by Timame Wanyoike - Partnerships & Ecosystem Manager at Katapult VCSubscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in, Nairobi and London! More details on www.africatechsummit.com
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EP18: Impact Investing To Enhance Climate Resilience For Agriculture In Africa
The Climate, Tech & Sustainability Series - The Climate, Tech & Sustainability podcast series from Africa Tech Summit, supported by Mercy Corps Ventures and Peercarbon, in partnership with the SixthD.Insights from Acumen Resilient Agriculture Fund an impact fund supporting pioneering agribusinesses enhancing the climate resilience of smallholder farmers across AfricaFeaturing:Rebecca Mincy, Investment Director, Acumen Resilient Agriculture FundBoko Inyundo, Founder The SixthDSubscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in Nairobi and London! More details on www.Africatechsummit.com
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EP17: Climate Funding in Africa - Investing In Venture-led Solutions To Increase Resilience
The Climate, Tech & Sustainability SeriesThe Climate, Tech & Sustainability podcast series from Africa Tech Summit, supported by Mercy Corps Ventures and Peercarbon, in partnership with the SixthD.Insights from Mercy Corps Ventures, an investor catalysing venture-led solutions to increase the resilience of underserved individuals and communities across Africa.Featuring:Hetal Patel, Director, InvestmentsToffene Kama, Principal InvestorBoko Inyundo, Founder The SixthDSubscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in Nairobi and London! More details on www.Africatechsummit.com
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EP16: Capital Raising & IPOs for African Tech Ventures
Capital Raising & IPOs for African Tech Ventures was recorded live at Africa Tech Summit London 2023 at London Stock Exchange.Moderated by Yvonne Bajela – Partner at LocalGlobe the podcast features expert views and insights from; Freda Isingoma – Fund Manager at Octopus Investments Simon Olsen – Partner at Deloitte Chuba Ezenwa – MD Investment Banking Sub-Saharan Africa at Bank of America Neil Shah – Senior Business Development Technology at London Stock Exchange Ariel White-Tsimikalis – Partner at GoodwinSubscribe for updates and join our live Summits us in Ghana, Nairobi and London! More details on www.Africatechsummit.com.
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EP15: The Business of Payments - recorded live at Africa Tech Summit London
The Business Of Payments episode was recorded live at Africa Tech Summit London 2023 at London Stock Exchange featuring insights and views from payments leaders across Africa. Moderated by Nkiruka Uwaje Founder at Grovvth Advisory, the coversation features;Solomon Amadi – VP Processing Infrastructure at Moniepoint Inc, Elizabeth Rossiello – CEO at AZA FinanceGbenga Ajayi – Partner at QED InvestorsChris Folayan – Head of Global Expansion at Interswitch Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us in Ghana, Nairobi and London! More details on Africatechsummit.com.
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EP14: Digital identity - powering open finance across Africa with Esigie Aguele, CEO of VerifyMe
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at the fourth Africa Tech Summit Nairobi Feb 23-24th, 2022 or Africa Tech Summit London, September 2022Featuring: Esigie Aguele Co-founder /CEO of VerifyMe Nigeria and Andrew Fassnidge, Founder of Africa Tech Summit, this episode explores the trust infrastructure and how digital identity and verification services are supporting open finance and ecommerce in Africa.Aguele also shares insights on the challenge of attracting and retaining tech talent and the impact this is having on innovation, as well future as the trends to look out for this year with DeFi and tokenisation.
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EP13: Payments in Africa - Deep dive into the fintech landscape with Akshay Grover CEO of Cellulant
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at the fourth Africa Tech Summit Nairobi Feb 23-24th, 2022 or Africa Tech Summit London, September 2022 www.africatechsummit.comFeaturing: Akshay Grover, CEO of Cellulant and Andrew Fassnidge, Founder of Africa Tech Summit, this episode deep dives into the digitisation of payments and fintech landscape in Africa. Akshay shares insights on cross border trade, the growth of SMB’s and building products to service demand in predominantly cash economies with over 70-85% of trade still done with cash. The episode also shares insights on new growth markets, and products including buy now pay later (BNPL), credit, crypto and DeFi.https://www.africatechsummit.com/nairobi/
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EP12: Crypto in Africa - CBDC's, DeFi & fintech regulation with Carmelle Cadet, CEO of EMTECH
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at the fourth Africa Tech Summit Nairobi Feb 23-24th, 2022 or Africa Tech Summit London, September 2022 - www.africatechsummit.com.Featuring: Carmelle Cadet, CEO and Founder of EMTECH and Andrew Fassnidge, Founder of Africa Tech Summit, this episode unpacks the growth of digital currencies and crypto in Africa, sharing insights on central bank digital currencies (CBDC's), the growth of crypto, stable coins and DeFi in Africa,For more content and updates on upcoming Africa Tech Summits visit www.africatechsummit.com
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EP11: Twitter in Africa - empowering free speech and combating misinformation across the continent
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at the fourth Africa Tech Summit Nairobi Feb 23-24th, 2022 or Africa Tech Summit London, September 2022 - www.africatechsummit.comRecorded live at Africa Tech Summit Connects, Emmanuel Lubanzadio, Head of Public Policy for Sub-Saharan Africa at Twitter shares insights with Andrew Fassnidge, Founder of Africa Tech Summit. The podcast unpacks how the leading social media channel is helping to drive digital literacy across the continent, supporting free speech against a backdrop of government internet blackouts and widespread misinformation. For more content and updates on upcoming Africa Tech Summits visit www.africatechsummit.com
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EP10 - Angel investing in African tech start-ups - insights from investors across the continent
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at the fourth Africa Tech Summit Nairobi Feb 23-24th, 2022 or Africa Tech Summit London, September 2022 - www.africatechsummit.comIn this episode active angel investors from across the African continent share regional insights on investing in tech start-ups.Moderated by Tomi Davies from Lagos Angel Network (LAN) this panel recorded at Africa Tech Summit Connects uncovers how local angel investors and syndicates are driving much needed investment in local tech start-ups and providing returns for angel investors highlighted by Stripes acquisition of Paystack and returns of 100X for early stage investors from the LAN syndicate.The episode unpacks deal flow, how new investors are getting involved, regional insights, the bridge between VCs and angel groups, and why angel investing is more than simply providing cash to start-ups to deliver real returns.Featuring: Tomi Davies - Lagos Angel Network - Nigeria Marian Kamel - AUC - Egypt Stephen Gugu - Viktoria Ventures - Kenya Zachariah George - Startup Bootcamp - South AfricaFor more content and updates on upcoming Africa Tech Summits visit www.africatechsummit.com
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EP9 - Future Of FoodTech & Sustainability in Africa - With Neanda Salvaterra, Eleni Gabre-Madhin - blueMoon Ethiopia & Caine Wanjau - Twiga Foods
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at the fourth Africa Tech Summit Nairobi Feb 23-24th, 2022 or Africa Tech Summit London, September 2022 - www.africatechsummit.comIn this episode we unpack the Future Of FoodTech & Sustainability in Africa. Moderated by Neanda Salvaterra this panel recorded at Africa Tech Summit Connects uncovers how technology is driving sustainability, yields and reducing food waste. This change is driven by a host of African innovators utilising IoT, blockchain, hydroponics and biotech.With AgriTech becoming "the new Fintech" (Eleni Gabre-Madhin) investment into the sector is growing through new funds, VC and angel investors, with insights from Bluemoon Ethiopia and Twiga Foods.Featuring: Neanda Salvaterra (Africa Tech Summit) Dr Eleni Gabre-Madhin (BlueMoon Ethiopia) Caine Wanjau (Twiga Foods)For more content and updates on upcoming Africa Tech Summits visit www.africatechsummit.com
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EP8 - Connectivity in Africa - Cloud, cables & connectivity with industry leaders
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at Africa Tech Summit - www.africatechsummit.comIn this episode we take a deep dive into Africa’s Digital Infrastructure and why the cloud, cables and affordable connectivity are critical for pan-African growth.Moderated by Boko Inyundo from DLA Piper this panel session recorded at Africa Tech Summit Connects also takes and a look at Ethiopia, Google Android in Africa, DLA Piper's insights across the continent and what Liquid Telecom are doing from Cape to Cairo to drive connectivity.Featuring: Boko Inyundo (DLA Piper) Mariam Abdullahi (Google) Honourable Ahmedin Mohammed Ahmed (State Minister, ICT and Digital Transformation Sector, Government of Ethiopia) Mike Conradi (DLA Piper) Ben Roberts (Liquid Telecom)
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EP7: Fintech in Africa - Building a pan-African digital bank with Chijioke Dozie CEO of Carbon
Africa Tech Summit Connects is an online series and event sharing insights from across the African tech scene, join our online Summit, Oct 20-22nd 2020 - www.africatechsummit.com/kigali/online/In this episode we have a deep dive into mobile financial services in Nigeria and across the continent with Chijioke Dozie co-founder of Carbon, who are building a pan-African digital bank. We also unpack mobile lending, financial inclusion regulation, fundraising bias and the need for more local African investors to support the ecosystem.For more content and updates on upcoming Africa Tech Summits visit www.africatechsummit.com
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EP6: FoodTech in Africa - Inseco, a South African startup monetise food waste to deliver sustainable proteins with insects
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at Africa Tech Summit - www.africatechsummit.comIn this episode, we unpack FoodTech in Africa with Simon Hazell, Co-founder of South African food tech startup Inseco, who is monetizing organic food waste to deliver sustainable proteins using insects.We also unpack food security and the need for sustainable waste management to feed a growing population in Africa and across the globe.For more content and updates on upcoming Africa Tech Summits visit www.africatechsummit.com
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EP5: Insurtech in Africa - deep dive with Jihan Abass founder of Kenyan insurtech Lami Insurance
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at the fourth Africa Tech Summit Nairobi Feb 23-24th, 2022 or Africa Tech Summit London, September 2022 - www.africatechsummit.comIn this episode, we catch up with Jihan Abass, the inspiring founder of Kenyan insurtech startup, LAMI Insurance, and how a simple interaction led her on a mission to digitise insurance in Africa, and paying claims in 15 minutes! We also unpack fundraising, investor bias, and the challenges overcome to build a growing tech business in Kenya.For more content and updates on upcoming Africa Tech Summits visit www.africatechsummit.com
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EP4: China and Africa – innovation and learning through technology with Alibaba Group / XNode
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at Africa Tech Summit www.africatechsummit.comIn this episode we take a look at the relationship between China and Africa in technology and innovation. Wody Keita from Africa Tech Summit is joined by Luuk Eliens from XNode and Dean H. Diabaté from Alibaba Group who share insights between China & Africa, specifically looking at innovation, investment, and how African ventures could build and scale ventures in China.For more content and updates on upcoming Africa Tech Summits visit www.africatechsummit.com
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EP3: Spotlight on the Egyptian tech scene with Tamer Azer from Sawari Ventures
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at Africa Tech Summit www.africatechsummit.comIn this episode Tamer Azer Principal at Sawari Ventures shares insights on North Africa’s tech powerhouse, shining a spotlight on the Egyptian tech scene, leading sectors, investing and his own experiences of venture building.For more content and updates on upcoming Africa Tech Summits visit www.africatechsummit.com
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EP2: Nigeria's Tech Opportunity In A Crisis - Kola Aina/Ventures Platform & Vivian Nwakah/Medsaf
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at Africa Tech Summit www.africatechsummit.comIn this episode we unpack Nigeria’s tech opportunity in a crisis. The conversation shares insights with Kola Aina – Partner at Ventures Platform Hub and Vivian Nwakah CEO & Founder of Medsaf as they explore opportunities, funding, partnerships and pivoting in the current climate.For more content and updates on upcoming Africa Tech Summits visit www.africatechsummit.com
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EP1: Survival strategies in a downturn for African tech ventures / TLCom Capital / Outlierz Ventures
Africa Tech Summit Connects podcast shares insights from across the African tech scene. Subscribe for updates and join us at Africa Tech Summit www.africatechsummit.comIn this episode leading tech investors Ido Sum – Partner at TLcom Capital and Kenza Lahlou – Managing Partner at Outlierz Ventures share survival strategies, fundraising, and opportunities in the current downturn for tech ventures across Africa.For more content and updates on upcoming Africa Tech Summits visit www.africatechsummit.com
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Africa Tech Summit is the leading event series focused on African tech and investment with Summits globally. Africa Tech Summit Podcast continues the conversation with industry leaders, investors, and corporates providing you with insights from across the African tech scene.
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