These Africans

Guest: Syombua A. Kibue (SKEIYA)Syombua A. Kibue, CEO of Skeiya, shares her vision and experiences in African sports management. From establishing a thriving sports ecosystem in Kenya to building partnerships across the continent, Syombua shares her vision for making Africa a global sports powerhouse. Learn about the rise of sports tourism, and her insights into the 2027 AFCON games to be hosted in East Africa. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or interested in the intersection of business and culture, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable takeaways.00:00 Intro00:21 Returning to Nairobi: A Deliberate Choice01:10 Embracing a Full Life01:53 The African Superhero03:03 Daily Routine of a CEO03:34 Sports Management and Vision05:45 Expanding into New Sports06:00 The Rise of eSports in Africa07:14 Kenya's Diverse Sports Scene08:56 The Business of Football11:50 Behind the Scenes: The Unsung Heroes19:52 Transition from Media to Sports23:32 Building a Sports Management Company30:12 The Future of African Sports32:18 Challenges and Solutions in African Sports37:47 Excitement for AFCON 202745:31 Personal Reflections and Growing Up47:01 Finding Simple Solutions47:22 The Clash of Egos in African Federations48:38 Humility and Cultural Sensitivity49:21 Connecting with People Through Exploration01:00:02 The Kenyan Band: A Symbol of Unity01:04:23 The Diversity and Unity of Africa01:09:31 The Importance of African Literature01:15:03 Africa's Youth and Future01:25:38 Vision for African Sports Leagues

Guest: Bella Davis-Riemer (Monarch AI)Bella Davis-Riemer, the founder and CEO of Monarch AI, a cybersecurity startup focused on creating a parental control app using AI to detect and notify parents about harmful content their children encounter online. Bella shares her motivation behind the startup, the challenges of starting a tech company as a solo founder and a black woman, navigating bias and discrimination, and the importance of building a diverse and inclusive team. Bella also touches on her multicultural background, the transition from working in corporate tech to entrepreneurship, and her vision for making a social impact.00:00 Intro00:37 Monarch AI and Newcomer Award02:00 Vision and Features of Monarch AI03:14 Personal Journey and Mentorship04:41 Challenges and Triumphs as a Founder06:13 Entrepreneurship and Industry Experience08:27 Background and Cultural Identity11:50 Parental Control App: Inspiration and Impact15:39 Building a Diverse and Inclusive Company31:14 Future Goals and Reflections

Guest: Kelvin Tibie (Edikan Finance)Kelvin, a financial expert, delves into his journey from humble beginnings in Ghana, influenced by his parents' vocations, to his career in finance in Germany. He emphasizes the importance of financial literacy, and the cultural and emotional factors that shape financial decisions. The discussion also explores Kelvin's vision of creating a significant impact within the African community through financial education, bridging the gap between Ghana and Germany, and the role of mindset and personal development in achieving financial success.00:00 Introduction00:24 A Memorable Meeting at the Africa Impact Festival01:21 The Concept of Ubuntu and Connection01:57 Kelvin's Approach to Building Connections05:23 The Role of Food in Building Bonds06:24 Kelvin's Journey into Finance07:47 Early Influences and Family Background09:54 Starting a Financial Career in Ghana11:10 Transition to Germany and Corporate Experience14:56 Challenges and Strategies in Finance33:06 Helping Companies Succeed33:54 Empowering the Community35:26 Challenges and Potential of the African Community in Germany36:38 Financial Literacy and Personal Development46:07 Balancing Life in Germany and Ghana50:05 Cultural Influences and Personal Growth56:45 Building Wealth and Community01:00:43 Future Vision and Goals

Guest: Husnah Kukundakwe (@husnah_kukundakwe)Husnah shares her journey of overcoming stereotypes and gaining confidence through swimming. She recounts her experiences from childhood to becoming the youngest athlete at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics and her recent participation in the Paris Paralympics. Husnah discusses the difficulties of balancing academics and sports, her dreams of becoming a pediatrician, and her advocacy for para sports in Uganda.00:00 Intro & Welcome01:38 Husnah's Early Life and Challenges02:33 Balancing Academics and Paralympic Training04:18 Discovering Paraswimming and Early Competitions09:00 Journey to the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics12:59 Impact of COVID-19 on Training15:00 Qualifying for the Paralympics19:00 Experiences at the Tokyo Paralympics25:18 Advocacy and Future Goals32:59 Balancing Life and Training39:02 Motivations and Unexpected Surprises42:31 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Guest: Peter KamyaKidsimply for books and toys: https://www.kidsimply.de/Black Dads Germany: https://www.black-dads-germany.org/Peter shares his journey of adaptation and cultural celebration in Germany. From his early life in Uganda and later London, to establishing his life and business in Berlin, Peter opens up about the challenges he faced, including racism, the COVID-19 pandemic, and personal loss. He discusses the motivations behind his enterprise, Kidsimply, which aims to empower and celebrate cultural diversity among children of color through books and toys. Peter also delves into his involvement with Black Dads Germany, a community initiative aimed at supporting black fathers and their children. This episode sheds light on the importance of representation, community support, and the ongoing fight against racial stereotypes. Don't miss this powerful narrative of turning personal and societal challenges into positive change.00:00 Intro & Welcome01:08 Life in Berlin: Adjusting and Transitioning01:44 Adapting to Change: Personal Stories02:25 From Uganda to Germany: A Family's Journey04:04 Building a Business Amidst Challenges07:29 Empowering Through Diversity and Inclusion18:37 Navigating Racism and Promoting Diversity26:58 Challenging Narratives in Germany27:37 The Power of Education and Empowerment28:57 Unexpected Consequences and Expanding Horizons29:18 Founding Black Dads Germany30:40 Creating Safe Spaces for Children of Colour31:06 Changing the Narrative Around Black Fathers31:25 Adapting During COVID-1933:22 Healing Sessions and Debunking Toxic Masculinity34:31 Supporting Black Women and Community35:00 Fatherhood Activities and Workshops35:52 Emotional Journeys and Community Impact38:14 Surprising Lessons and Media Influence39:39 Stories of Allies and Support49:31 Navigating Personal Challenges and Loss51:15 Hopes and Dreams for the Future53:05 The Power of Storytelling and Connection#black #father #germany #books #entrepreneurship #expat #community #Africa #languages

Guest: Khensani Mohlatlole (@okbaddiek)Khensani shares her personal and professional journey from aspiring fashion designer to marketing manager in the sustainable fashion industry. She discusses her deep dive into fashion history, particularly African fashion, and the pivotal moments that shaped her career. This episode highlights the importance of exploring and documenting African fashion histories, and how these narratives play a crucial role in understanding identity and cultural heritage. She also shares her vision of creating accessible repositories of knowledge and touches on her aspirations of writing a book and community-based collaborative projects.00:00 Introduction and Greetings00:29 Khensani's Career Journey01:35 Early Aspirations and Career Shifts05:51 The Pivot to Marketing06:16 Pandemic Reflections and Fashion History07:51 Sustainable Fashion and African History16:44 Challenges in Researching African Fashion29:40 Traditional Materials and Clothing30:52 Cultural Significance of Clothing32:28 Sharing Historical Fashion34:04 Personal Connection to Cultural Heritage36:27 Fashion as a Bridge to Understanding38:59 Celebrating Identity Through Fashion47:55 Modern Fashion Trends and Influences55:16 Future Aspirations and Projects

Guest: Geeta Morar (@livingwithme_c.f.s)Info about Sustain the hustle: www.facebook.com/SustainTheHustle/00:00 Welcome00:45 Introduction to Geeta Morar01:37 Geeta's ADAPT Story03:42 The Myth of Work-Life Balance07:03 Understanding Burnout11:44 Diagnosing Burnout17:47 Geeta's Burnout Journey26:45 Recovery and Sustaining the Hustle29:10 Pandemic Lifestyle Changes30:27 Zoom Fatigue and Coping Strategies32:18 Adapting to Home Office Life33:45 Burnout and Stress Management35:43 Starting a Side Hustle42:02 Balancing Work and Coaching46:21 Millennials and Work-Life Balance53:16 First Steps to Overcoming Burnout56:42 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

Guest: Popi Sibiya (@popi_sibiya)00:00 Welcome and Intro00:34 Guest Introduction: Meet Popi01:31 Popi's ADAPT Story02:07 Life Before Vlogging05:30 Starting the Popi Show08:48 Connecting to Blackness Abroad16:12 The Popi Show: Concept and Style21:24 Audience and Impact25:26 Reflecting on Personal Impact25:34 Volunteering Experiences in Malawi26:58 The Power of Small Actions27:34 Plans for the DRC28:43 Cultural Exchange and Humility32:20 Challenges in African Infrastructure37:13 Focusing on the DRC41:34 The Rise of Authentic African Content44:40 Future Aspirations and Authenticity

Guest: Farai Ntuli (https://www.farai.co.za/ & impact_with_farai)00:00 Welcome and Intros00:35 Breaking the Ice01:18 Farai's Adapt Story03:03 University and Career Beginnings04:17 Finding Purpose and Higher Education09:09 The Africa Matters Initiative14:23 TED Talk and African Identity18:08 Lessons Learned in the Impact Space27:28 The Role of NGOs and Social Entrepreneurship39:39 Exciting Developments in Youth Employment46:01 Future Aspirations and Closing