Afro Tech Talk

Afro Tech Talk

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Afro Tech Talk episodes

  • EdTech In Pushing Africa's Development | Part One

    In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of Educational Technology (EdTech) in pushing Africa's development. Join us as we explore the innovative solutions, inspiring stories, and remarkable journey of an edtech pioneer who is driving positive change across the continent.

    In this episode, we sit down with Robert Bob Okello, the visionary founder and CEO of Maarifasasa, a groundbreaking education technology company on the front lines of Africa's development.

    What we talk about

    • Insights, challenges, and successes in harnessing the potential of digital tools to revolutionize learning, bridge educational gaps, and empower the youth.
    • EdTech in classroom revolution
    • EdTech in unlocking opportunities, fostering entrepreneurship, and contributing to socio-economic growth in Africa.
    • The role of technology in overcoming educational barriers, adapting to diverse contexts, and preparing the workforce for the future.

      • Connect with Robert Bob Okello;

      https://twitter.com/MisterOkello

      https://www.instagram.com/misterokello/

      https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-bob-okello/

      https://www.facebook.com/misterokello/

      Enroll for a course at Maarifasasa here

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      45 min
    • How I found my way into tech | Priscilla Umeakuekwe

      Tech has been dominated by men, so they say. We speak with Priscilla Umeakuekwe a Front End Developer. She studied Geography at the University and later moved into the Fashion industry. She later finds herself in the tech space. Her journey is one that is incredible and defies a lot of odds. She now advocates for women to join tech. Her passion for this has seen her appear and speak at different tech events in Nigeria. Listen to how she transitioned from being a former beauty queen to a tech mogul.

      What we talk about

      • Common misconceptions in tech

      • Mistakes people make when they join tech

      • Where you can start

      • Where to get help

        • Connect with Priscilla here; https://www.linkedin.com/in/umeakuekwe-priscillia/ 

        https://cillacode.netlify.app/ 

        Start learning here; https://linktr.ee/afrotechtalk 

        You can follow Afro Tech Talk on ⁠LinkedIn⁠, ⁠Twitter⁠ and ⁠TikTok

        1 hr
      • Introducing Afro Tech Talk Podcast

        Africa is experiencing rapid economic growth, and technology is playing a pivotal role in shaping its future. Join hosts Andrew Aloka and Diana Ayoo on the Afro Tech Talk Podcast as they dive deep into the world of African tech and its profound impact on the continent. In each episode, they share their insights, opinions, and perspectives with experts on the latest trends and developments in the digital space, uncovering how technology is revolutionizing industries, societies, and individual lives across Africa.

        3 min

      About Afro Tech Talk

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      Afro Tech Talk Podcast dives deep into the world of African tech and its profound impact on the continent. Africa is experiencing rapid economic growth, and technology is playing a pivotal role in shaping its future. In each episode, we share insights, opinions, and perspectives with experts on the latest trends and developments in the digital space, uncovering how technology is revolutionizing industries, societies, and individual lives across Africa.