We talk about what nobody posts about the business separation from partners and investors, the warning signs founders ignore, and why money conflicts sometimes are never really about money.She survived a business split. She's raising capital in tech. And she's doing it all as a mum.

Today I'm sitting down with Quinter Ochieng a.k.a Chika, Founder of Chargebyte & multi-award-winning leader including Top 40 Under 40, and one of the most fearless women building in African tech today.💡 IN THIS EPISODE:→ The truth about business partner splits, what really happened→ What investors don't tell you before you sign→ How to raise funding without losing your vision→ Bootstrapping vs. scaling fast — which is safer?→ Building Chargebyte: from idea to execution→ Being a mum, CEO, and creative all at once→ Why she refused to choose between career and family→ Practical tips for African founders writing proposals & securing funding🎙️ GUEST:Quinter Ochieng (Chika)Founder, Chargebyte | TUSC FoundationTop 40 Under 40 | Female Leader in STEMFollow her on @quinterochieng🎙️ YOUR HOST:Joy Mido | @joymido on all platformsLet’s connect:📸 Instagram – @bethatwoman_podcast | @joymido_💼 LinkedIn – @joymido🎵 TikTok – @bethatwomanpodcast🎧 Spotify – @bethatwomanpodcast🎧 Apple Podcasts – @bethatwomanpodcast🍺 THIS EPISODE IS SUPPORTED BY:Tusker Cider, East Africa's first locally-produced cider, made right here in Kenya. If you're watching this with your people, you already know what to pour 🍻📲 CONNECT WITH US:Subscribe for more bold conversations with women building, leading & rising.Share this episode with a founder who needs to hear this today.women in tech Africa, African female founders, Quinter Ochieng, Chargebyte Kenya, TUSC Concepts, startup fundraising tips, investor alignment, business partner split, co-founder separation, how to raise capital Africa, women podcast Africa, Be That Woman podcast, Joy Mido, tech CEO Kenya, Top 40 under 40 Kenya, female entrepreneur podcast, bootstrapping vs investors, Nairobi tech startup, African women leadership, STEM women Africa, motherhood and career, Tusker Cider Kenya, startup lessons Africa, proposal writing funding, women empowerment podcast

How & where do you decide to invest your money? 2026 is the year we invest with clarity and strategy not emotion.

In this episode, we address key questions many investors are asking:

• Why does the dollar return differ from the local currency return?

• What are the practical implications of investing KES 1 Million?

• How do global political shifts and trade tensions impact African markets?

• What is the outlook for energy stocks with what is happening in USA?

• ETFs versus individual stocks; which strategy is more suitable?• How does inflation affect portfolio performance?

• Are there additional or hidden costs investors should consider?

• Can investment groups (chamas) participate effectively?

Our first conversation generated over 63,000 views and nearly 1 Million+ impressions, a clear indication that this topic resonates deeply.In Part 2 of Be That Woman Podcast, I sit down again with Ann Ndung’u, Senior Relationship Manager at SIB Investment Bank and Mansa X specialist, to unpack their reported 20.74% net returns and what that truly means for investors.

If you are looking to make informed, strategic financial decisions in 2026 especially around special funds, this episode is for you. Share your thoughts, and we hope this helps you consider how you can position your finances more intentionally this year.

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As we prepare for 2026, this episode is all about setting financial goals that actually work — and building systems that help you stay consistent.I’m joined by Manuella Nzukie (Figuring Finance) — a mother, finthusiast, and educator as we break down what intentional money management really looks like beyond motivation and vision boards.In this conversation, we cover:- How to set realistic 2026 financial goals- Creating systematic money habits that last- Intentional budgeting & knowing your true expenses- Why your friends don’t need to meet your financial goals- Setting financial boundaries & not being everywhere during festive seasons- Building a financial & budgeting tracking system- Reverse budgeting & automating your savings- Managing money as a salaried professional- Loans for business: when they make sense and when they don’t- Giving your business clear financial milestones- Leveraging social media as a business income stream- Understanding financial responsibility & family security- Passive income streams: Stocks (dividends & capital gains), Corporate & government bonds, Fixed deposits- How to choose companies to invest in- MMFs, Trust funds, special funds & long-term planning- Teaching financial literacy early including Manuella’s Juniors Literacy program for kids as young as 9Key reminder from this episode: “The money is where the risk resides"Remember, your money grows at the rate your discipline grows.If 2026 is the year you stop guessing and start moving with clarity, this episode is for you.👇🏽 Subscribe, share with a friend, and let’s build wealth intentionally.Follow Manuella on @figuringfinance and  @bethatwomanpodcast  #financialeducation #financialliteracy #figuringfinance #womenandfinance #financialgoals #financetips #financialfreedom #finance #financepodcast

December holidays are here and for many families, this is when money disappears fast. Overspending, family pressure, travel plans, gifting expectations… and then January hits hard.In this episode, I sit down with Linda Makatiani, Financial Consultant, Investment coach, founder of Finance4Families Podcast, Lefty Kenya, and Financial Literacy Coach. We unpack practical, realistic money habits to help you survive December, avoid debt, and break the January struggle cycle.What we cover:- How to enjoy December holidays without going broke- Why emotions control your money (and how to manage them)- Budgeting, boundaries and saying “no” during holiday pressure- The January money reset that actually works- How to build an emergency fund on a modest income- Emergency Funds & why you need to get started- Black Tax: Supporting siblings/parents without sabotaging your own future- Planning for generational wealth - How to raise confident, financially aware kids- What families must teach teens about money- Debt traps, mobile loans and how to break the cycleKey reminders from Linda from this episode“We can’t budget emotions out of our money story.”“A strong mind and a stable wallet make for a peaceful home.”“Train up a child in the way they should go"“Start now. Start simple. Start small.”Whether you're preparing for the holidays, planning for school fees, or resetting for the new year 2026, this episode will help you protect your peace and your wallet.Remember your financial freedom is a gift to you, and the generations after you.Follow  @lindamakatiani2757   @finance4families  & @bethatwomanpodcast for more on money conversations

Corazon Kwamboka has lived her entire journey under a magnifying glass. She is a lawyer, entrepreneur, influencer, mother of two, and founder of Genio Active Athleisure Wear. But behind the 1+ Million followers lies a woman who has fought for her health through endometriosis and fibroids, her peace, and her purpose.In this episode, Corazon strips away the public narrative to share the truth behind life in the public eye: navigating harsh commentary, balancing motherhood with chronic pain, rebuilding her discipline through fitness and nutrition, and running a business.This is not a story of fame, it’s a story of resilience. A woman determined to redefine herself, protect her well-being, and rise beyond public opinion.If you’ve ever faced pressure, judgement, illness, or reinvention… this episode will meet you exactly where you are.Follow @corazonkwamboka on her socials.

Meet Kiarie Afrika, a woman whose story holds both unimaginable pain & extraordinary strength. She opens up about the emotional journey of losing her firstborn child, facing an ectopic pregnancy, a miscarriage, and even developing fistula due to hospital negligence and broken systems. These experiences brought her to some of the darkest days of her life.But Kiarie didn’t stop there. Through grief that reshaped her, she found the courage to begin again. She speaks openly about the moments she couldn’t open her curtains, the weight of healing, and how therapy, faith, community, and supporting her spouse helped her slowly rise from the deepest pain.Today, she stands tall as a proud mother to Asali, and as the Accessories Designer of the Year 2024, celebrated for transforming aluminium sufurias, feathers, and cultural elements from Maasai and Agikuyu heritage into iconic fashion pieces. Brick by brick, she is building one of Kenya and Africa’s most innovative fashion empires.Kiarie’s journey is one of resilience, motherhood, healing, creativity, entrepreneurship, and unshakeable faith, a testament to what it truly means to rise again💛✨Follow her on her socials on @kiarie_afrika and @bethatwomanpodcast

Meet Wendie Gikono who opens up about the reality behind her joyful online presence, a truth many never see. While battling multiple chronic illnesses, she has managed to remain a bright, uplifting, resilient soul. But today, she finally shares what it really takes to smile through the pain.Wendie speaks candidly about:✨ Navigating chronic illness in silence✨ The days her body completely gives up✨ Where she finds the strength to keep going✨ Balancing her health, corporate work, money, and purpose✨ What joy means when life feels unfair✨ The mindset that helps her remain unbreakable✨Working through school, corporate life, friendship & datingThis is more than a story, it’s a reminder that you never truly know what someone is fighting behind the scenes. Wendie’s journey will move you, inspire you, and challenge you to rethink resilience.If you're a woman juggling life, business, health, or silent battles of your own, this episode will sit with you long after it ends.Wendie is also a new founder of the Aje Daddy Podcast alongside her dad, recently hitting 1000 subscribers. Check out her page. Follow her on Instagram on  @wendygikono2363  &  @ajedaddypodcast  #chronicillnesses

I sit down with a woman whose life reads like a novel: from the high of youthful rebellion, to the depths of addiction, through the heartbreak of losing her father, a radical shift in faith, a period of renouncing God & then a miraculous return to Him. Today she stands as a pastor, married by a pastor & is walking in purpose.We talk about:• What it really felt like to lose her dad and fall into darkness• The turning point when she realised drugs weren’t filling the emptiness• Why she walked away from faith, and what it took to come back fully• The defining moment she accepted a call into ministry despite her past• How she navigates married life as a former addict and current pastorIf you’ve ever felt too broken, too far gone, or unworthy of a second chance… this is for you. Allow Pst Sue’s courage to remind you: you’re not defined by what you’ve done, but by what you’re open to become.

If you prayed Pst. Sue's prayer and want to be Born Again, please reach her on Instagram on @wholewoman_global.

I hope this episode blessed you.Don’t forget to Like 👍, Comment 💬 and Subscribe 🔔 for more powerful stories on the ‘Be That Woman’ podcast on this new Season 3. #Womeninministry #faithjourney #pastoraljourney #addictionrecovery #lifetestimony #griefandhealing #marriageandFaith #bethatwomanpodcast

🚨 Welcome to the Season 2 Finale!! We uncover the hidden battles men fight every day: addiction, silence, & the crushing expectation of always being “the strong one.” This is not just another podcast episode it’s the most raw, unfiltered, and faith-filled conversation we’ve had yet on the Be That Woman Podcast with two brilliant minds Greg Wanjama & Moses Kemibaro 🎙️🔥 Here’s what we dive into:- The supernatural prayer & intervention that saved Moses from addiction.- How Greg has battled always being the odd one out from being saved from 9 years old- Why men suffer in silence; the high suicide rates, hyper-independence & avoiding therapy.- The African man’s upbringing: tough, unshaken… but silently breaking.- Faith as a foundation: how God shows up in the darkest moments.- Mothers as unsung heroes; their sacrifices, caregiving, & shaping of men’s lives.- Why mentorship, community & simply talking can release hidden burdens.- Men’s health phobias: why so many assume “I’m fine” instead of seeking help.✨ This finale is more than a conversation, it’s a wake-up call. Healing begins when men stop carrying the weight alone, and when we all stop doubting God’s goodness, even in the storm.👉🏽 If you love someone who struggles silently, share this with them. It might just save a life.#bethatwomanpodcast #MensMentalHealth #FaithHealing #AddictionRecovery #AfricanMasculinityFollow us on Instagram, Tiktok, Linked in on both pages "bethatwomanpodcast" & "joymido"

This time it’s the men at the table!! For the Season 2 Finale, the spotlight shifts🎙️We’re closing out Season 2 of #bethatwomanpodcast with something special 🔥For the very first time, I sat down with two incredible men; Gregory Wanjama & Moses Kemibaro. Together, we unpack the ways women have shaped their journeys: from wives, in-laws to mothers, daughters, kids & beyond.In our Two-Part Series, we’re diving into the things that men often carry silently but rarely express openly: the weight of expectations in marriage, navigating in-laws, balancing faith, & the pressures of being a husband and father.At the same time, it’s a window for women to better understand the men in their lives how they think, what they value, & the role faith & family play in shaping them. Both men spoke openly about how their walk with God grounds them in marriage and family. That’s a conversation we don’t have nearly enough 🙏💍 Part 1 is all about Wives, In-Laws. Kids & Faith. And let me tell you, the honesty here is unmatched. This series isn’t just for women. It’s for the men too. It’s for anyone who cares about love, faith, & the real work it takes to build relationships that last.🚨 Let’s wrap up the season together with wisdom, laughter, & a whole lot of truth.#seasonfinale #marriageandfaith #familytalks