Africa Tech Radio

 On today’s episode, we're joined by Asmaa Kotb, the Egyptian founder and CEO of KoCyber. 

She talks about launching her cybersecurity awareness product, "Coskills," and why investing in a pan-African team is her biggest asset for scaling globally. 

Asmaa also shares some hard truths for early-stage founders about why bringing just an MVP to an investor meeting might hold you back. 

Listen to learn what it means to be truly "ready" for investment.

Recorded at Web Summit Qatar 2026, host Tony speaks with Algerian innovator Sabria Lagoun. 

They explore the newly opened African Olympiad Academy, a Pan-African residential school designed for elite mathematical minds. 

Listen to understand how the academy prepares students for global universities and encourages them to solve the continent's most urgent needs.

In this episode, we sit down with Marcos and Anaximandro, the co-founders of African Dev. This innovative company connects Brazilian businesses with top-tier African developers, fostering a unique cross-cultural exchange. 

We discuss their company's mission, their experiences at Web Summit Qatar, and their new venture, Subscribely; a cash flow management system for small and medium businesses. 

Listen in to learn more about how they are bridging the tech gap and empowering African developers.

What really happened on June 12, 1993 in Nigeria?

We discuss the impunity of our leaders, how the military injected money into our politics, and why the right to vote means nothing without basic security and infrastructure. 

Ever wondered how startups get millions of dollars in funding?

On this episode of Cruise Control, Mide Daniel breaks down venture capital, angel investors, where the money comes from, and how startups can attract funding.

Whether you’re building a startup or simply curious about how tech businesses grow, this one’s for you.

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You save it to the cloud… but where is the cloud? 

From iCloud and Google Photos to WhatsApp backups and Netflix, we use cloud technology every day without really thinking about what’s happening behind the scenes.

On this episode of Cruise Ctrl, we’re breaking it down in simple terms and looking at why cloud infrastructure matters for Africa.

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What is the true power of the Nigerian citizen?

In this episode, we dive deeper into the state of our democracy.

First, we discuss the "agency of the citizen" as the 2027 elections draw nearer in Nigeria, exploring why we must stop passing the buck and start acting according to our conscience.

Whether it is demanding change or defending the right to protest, the power is in your hands.

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He is the Creative Director of Simply Poetry Ltd. and the Founder of Dike Chukwumerije Centre.

Duration: ~ 52 minutes

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How much does it really cost to take a stand?

From dissecting the heavy emotional cost of civic patriotism and national disillusionment to analyzing the commercial and ethical price tag of standing up for your beliefs, this episode, we pull back the curtain on the stories shaping our culture.

Whether we’re examining "what happens when your country breaks your heart" or evaluating the cost-benefit analysis behind public controversies, we bring you unfiltered, thought-provoking conversations every fortnight.

Join, speak out, and ask yourself: What’s on your mind?

New Episodes are published every 2nd and 4th Friday! 

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You save it to the cloud… but where is the cloud? 

From iCloud and Google Photos to WhatsApp backups and Netflix, we use cloud technology every day without really thinking about what’s happening behind the scenes.

On this episode of Cruise Ctrl, we’re breaking it down in simple terms and looking at why cloud infrastructure matters for Africa.

Listen and follow Africa Tech Radio for more.

In this episode of What's On Your Mind, Ayisha and Ekene tackle two defining shifts shaping Nigerian tech and culture: the possible collapse of Silicon Valley assumptions in Africa, and our national obsession with viral clout.

Growth strategist Zumah Yahaya and media specialist Kingsley Obom-Egbulem for a deep dive into two pressing conversations shaping modern Nigeria: the harsh economic realities behind big-tech exits, and a digital culture that increasingly elevates empty virality over genuine substance.

New Episodes are published every 2nd and 4th Friday! 

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Resources (Links):

https://guardian.ng/featured/nigeria-risks-deeper-poverty-trap-despite-economic-recovery/

https://www.instagram.com/reel/Dc1lIHYvEga/?igsi=NWZuaG5lODU3Z2N0

Guest Features:

Kingsley Obom-Egbulem: Social Entrepreneur | Author | Gender & Social Advocate

Kingsley Obom-Egbulem trained as a broadcast journalist and has reported extensively on social issues, public health and sustainable development. He has worked as a media and communications specialist for pharmaceutical giants, including Roche and Johnson & Johnson, and as a technical assistant on several DFID, UNAIDS, UNFPA, and the Ford Foundation-supported programmes and interventions.

He's the author of the best-selling book, When Fishes Climb Trees -a talent management manual for parents, schools and anyone whose life and work influences talents and career development especially for teenagers.

Kingsley is a panelist on A Place at The Table on News Central TV.

Through his media, advocacy, and social impact work, Kingsley continues to promote healthier conversations around masculinity, family, parenting, governance and social responsibility.

 Zumah Yahaya: Strategy & Innovation Specialist | Entrepreneur | Social Advocate

Zumah Yahaya is a growth & innovation strategist, governance leader, and ecosystem builder with over 19 years of experience in management consulting, innovation, and venture development.

She serves as Director of Programs at the Ilorin Innovation Hub and Founder of Boubid Africa, while holding board and advisory roles at organisations including Aspilos Foundation and Zitra Investments.

A doctoral researcher in Entrepreneurship with a focus on Technology Adoption, Zumah is also a panelist on News Central TV’s A Place At The Table, driving impactful public discourse on socio-political reforms, governance, and sustainable economic policy.

Duration: ~ 54 minutes

Produced by: Africa Tech Radio

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