In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher has a chat with Salvador Anglada, CEO of Optasia and veteran leader in telecom, technology, and fintech. With over 30 years of experience, including roles at e& enterprise, Telefónica, and O2, Salvador shares insights on driving growth through M&A, advancing financial inclusion via AI-powered lending platforms, and navigating the future of fintech in emerging markets.

Discover how Optasia is empowering millions with access to credit and the strategies behind scaling global operations. A must-watch for anyone interested in innovative leadership and disruptive business models.

In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, Ralf Fletcher chats with Beverly Schäfer, the former deputy speaker of the Western Cape provincial parliament, who served as the MEC for Economic Opportunities, Tourism and Agriculture in the Western Cape and is now a leading voice in data sovereignty and ethical AI. Watch the full podcast on YouTube

In the Business Unusual Podcast Dr Sarah Babb, founder and managing director at Stimm, joins Ralf Fletcher to explore the business case, market reality and strategic advantages in embracing neurodiversity in the workplace. Watch the full podcast on YouTube

In this Business Unusual Podcast Mathews joins Ralf Fletcher to reflect on an eventful career in politics which saw him play a key role in the Codesa negotiations, serve as Premier of the Mpumalanga province, and advise all five of South Africa’s democratically elected presidents. Watch the full podcast on YouTube

In this fascinating conversation on the Business Unusual Podcast the former HSBC banker simplifies some technical aspects of the crypto world, addresses misconceptions and offers a sophisticated perspective on bitcoin investment cycles and the market dynamics in South Africa. Watch the full podcast on YouTube

In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast Ralf Fletcher is joined by Deb Fuller, Group Executive: Human Resources at Nedbank. Watch the full podcast on YouTube

What if the real problem in your company isn’t the strategy, the economy, or the competition… but you? In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, hosted by Ralf Fletcher, leadership coach and Blanchard South Africa CEO Jayson Naidoo flips the script on traditional leadership. Watch the full podcast on YouTube

How is the role of a Chief Financial Officer changing? What’s needed to reach the Sustainable Development Goals? What role can the financial sector play? In this Business Unusual Podcast, Nedbank’s CFO Mike Davis joins award-winning broadcaster Leanne Manas to answer these questions and more. Watch the full podcast on YouTube

Chipo Mushwana, Executive: Emerging Innovation and Payments at Nedbank, joins Janine Brown to discuss her diverse career journey, focusing on her commitment to financial inclusion and mentorship within the fintech space. Watch the full podcast on YouTube

In this episode of the Business Unusual Podcast, Sasha de Freitas, Senior Conference Producer at Topco Media, engages with Duduetsang Makuse, Public Policy Manager for SADC at Meta. This episode delves into navigating the complexities of social media policy in Africa compared to global standards. Watch the full podcast on YouTube