Series 3: New Era | Episode 15 | Lina Kacyem, an investment manager at Launch Africa, shares her journey from Cameroon to becoming a key player in the African venture capital scene. She discusses the unique challenges and opportunities within the African startup ecosystem, emphasizing the importance of local innovation driven by real-world problems. Lina highlights the disparities in funding for African startups compared to their Western counterparts and the need for better storytelling to attract investment. She also outlines key sectors for innovation, including fintech, logistics, and health tech, and expresses optimism about Africa's potential to lead in global innovation. Join the conversation with Rebecca Hope www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast. (https://www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast/#) Start your public speaking journey at www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching (https://www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching)! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Series 3: New Era | Episode 14 | Serial entrepreneur, stylist, author, educator, songwriter and musician Aletté-Johanni Winckler shares about the concept of colouring in styling, authenticity in personal branding, how to build confidence as an influencer on social media, the role of identity in public life, what beauty means, and her family life. Aletté and her husband Heinz Winckler founded Lovekey Church in South Africa where she also co-leads the worship music and speaks. She is the proud owner of the Lulla-Bible, a lullaby children’s book range that has achieved remarkable success, selling over 100,000 copies across South Africa, the USA, Australia, and the UAE. Join the conversation with Rebecca Hope www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast. (https://www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast/#) Start your public speaking journey at www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching (https://www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching)! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Series 3: New Era | Episode 13 | CTO and founder of The Metapause Alisha Outridge speaks about how AI is transforming the music industry and women's health; two areas she has been actively involved in. Alisha is the creator of the ELSA AI platform for hormonal health and longevity. She has co-invented patented work at Facebook (now Meta) and lead innovation at FlyBy (acquired by Apple; Google X company), iHeartRadio, SolidBlock (now DIBS Capital), and TuneCore, serving as its Chief Product & Technology Officer (CPTO). In this episode, Alisha speaks about finding blue oceans because nobody wants to find themself in an overcrowded red ocean. She also speaks on how technology is transforming the way music is being produced and interacted with. Lastly, the impact of AI on women's health is discussed. Where previously women's bodies may have been perceived as mystical and challenging to treat, women's health problems can now be addressed faster and in a personalized way via AI technologies. Alisha shares her personal story of overcoming health complications, its cost, and how the experience fueled her company with passion and purpose. Join the conversation with Rebecca Hope www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast. (https://www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast/#) Start your public speaking journey at www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching (https://www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching)! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Series 3: New Era | Episode 12 | Founder of TechBuzzHub and board member at AfriLabs Keneth Twesigye shares insights about investments in Uganda's fast-growth startup space, emphasising a need for more local investors to plug in to innovation. He speaks about the meaning of growth in the African context and the importance of being open to new challenges, transforming negatives into positives. Favourite quote from the interview: "And so if we start even taxing them the very first day, we are literally milking a cow that hasn't yet, you know, given birth 🐮 So at the end of the day, you will kill a cow, you know?" TechBuzz Hub is an innovation hub in Kampala, Uganda catering to entrepreneurs in various capacities: startup incubation, coaching and mentoring, building capacity and co-working spaces. Join the conversation with Rebecca Hope www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast. (https://www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast/#) Start your public speaking journey at www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching (https://www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching)! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Series 3: New Era | Episode 11 | Development economist and policy maker Nadia Rinquest, a Duke University alumna, explores the challenges and opportunities within South Africa’s economy. She discusses key themes including the role of economics in development, the balance between entrepreneurship and formal employment, government’s role in growth, women empowerment, inequality, education, infrastructure, corruption, and future economic challenges. Nadia also shares her own initiative - a business venture that empowers women through arts and crafts, aiming to equip them with skills to start their own small enterprises. Join the conversation with Rebecca Hope www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast. (https://www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast/#) Start your public speaking journey at www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching (https://www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching)! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Series 2: Soft Landing | Episode 10 | Career coach and human resources professional Zani van Staden shares insights about how coaching can help build confidence. She believes where coaching and learning overlap are in themes of having a growth mindset, curiosity, and grit. Zani also shares her life as a new mother. She intends on teaching her child Afrikaans, English and the Southern Bantu language isiZulu. Join the conversation with Rebecca Hope www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast. (https://www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast/#) Start your public speaking journey at www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching (https://www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching)! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Series 2: Soft Landing | Episode 9 | Forbes Coaches Council contributor, author of Care to Win and founder of DX Learning in Chicago, Alex Draper describes leadership and culture in current times with uncertainty at a peak. In this episode, he stresses the importance of developing self-awareness and values from the top down. He speaks on intentional leadership training, generational differences in leadership, the role of education and skills in leadership, culture as a reflection of leadership, the impact of technology on leadership, the need for collaborative leadership, and the cyclical nature of leadership styles. Read Care to Win at https://www.amazon.com/Care-Win-Leadership-Habits-High-Performing/dp/1612546749 Join the conversation with Rebecca Hope www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast. (https://www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast/#) Start your public speaking journey at www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching (https://www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching)! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Series 2: Soft Landing | Episode 8 | Ministry expert and founder of podcast production company Truth Work Media Michael Yoder simplifies the process of launching a podcast, walking us through video, audio, conversation quality, guests, and editing. He speaks about the opportunities that podcasting brings beyond your initial goals, making it an effective strategy in elevating your brand. Some useful insights Michael shares: YouTube is the second largest search engine and essential for podcasts video growth on LinkedIn is decreasing; the algorithm has changed this year how audio and video are captured at its source is super important your content has to help people; it has to offer some kind of substance Join the conversation with Rebecca Hope www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast (https://www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast/#). Start your public speaking journey at www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching (https://www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching)! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Series 2: Soft Landing | Episode 7 | CEO and co-founder of Nigerian edtech company Dataleum Bode Roberts launched his company with human capital instead of traditional startup capital. Dataleum has won several awards, including first prize in the African Startup Awards in 2023. Bode believes that people are your biggest asset. In this episode, Bode talks about innovation in Lagos, edtech as a unique investment category, seeing challenges as opportunities, the role of AI in edtech, gamification and engagement in learning, and the importance of his faith in launching Dataleum. Join the conversation with Rebecca Hope www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast (https://www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast/#). Start your public speaking journey at www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching (https://www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching)! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Series 2: Soft Landing | Episode 6 | Award-winning South African singer, songwriter and composer Pamela Myburgh of the duo Largo has written and performed over 2100 songs. She has been welcomed on stages across the globe in the pop and Christian genres with her songs landing on various top charts. In this episode, she speaks on the foundations of creativity, stressing the importance of authenticity, value, and attention. She walks us through her creative process with message and music, starting with the imagination. Pamela also touches on topics of identity, immigration, motherhood, confrontation, and the difference between artistry and creativity. Join the conversation with Rebecca Hope www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast (https://www.instagram.com/mammaafricaeducast/#). Start your public speaking journey at www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching (https://www.theenglishsquare.com/growthcoaching)! Hosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.