In this inaugural episode of BOLD Thinkers, we explore the future of Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, one of the fastest-growing mega cities in the world. With a population nearing 20 million and projected to surpass 58 million by 2075, this episode delves into the opportunities and major challenges Kinshasa faces, particularly in energy, water, and governance.

About the host:

Fatou Ndiaye is the host of this program. With this podcast, her aim is to highlight the voices and perspectives of emerging leaders from regions where sustainability challenges are most pressing.

Guests of the episode:

Fatou Ndiaye is joined by three key guests:

• Héritier Mesa, a scholar in political and social sciences whose research focuses on topics at the intersection of economic and political Anthropology
• Romaric Ngambo, MPA Candidate and Mason Fellow at Harvard Kennedy School and MBA Candidate at HEC Paris.
• Patricia Nzolantima, a social entrepreneur and business leader, who discusses the importance of human-centered leadership and long-term vision to transform Kinshasa.

About the podcast:

BOLD Thinkers is a podcast series dedicated to bringing forward the voices from regions where sustainability challenges are critical. Each episode features voices from different mega cities around the world, exploring the challenges and solutions for creating sustainable futures. This podcast is a call to action for listeners to engage in positive change.

Bold Thinkers is a podcast supported by the HEC Paris Sustainability & Organizations Institute and Schneider Electric.

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Bold Thinkers is a podcast produced by the HEC Impact Company Lab and CALLIOPÉ.

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