This week on the podcast we are in Kenya, specifically a town called Mariakani which is about 2 hours away from Mombasa. I am speaking to a young lady who has defied the odds and pursued her dream of fixing problems with her coding skills. She codes about 100 hours a week but that doesn’t stop her from being an avid reader and writer. She read 58 books in 2021 and has been a consistent writer of technical articles, newspaper content, blogs and much more. She is also the author of the book 'Of Scattered Tears' which is available on Amazon. When Mr. Fred Swaniker; Founder of African Leadership Academy spoke to her in 2021, he called it “The most inspiring conversation I’ve had this year”. Firdaus H. Salim is our guest on the podcast this week and she shares how and why she does all these hard things.

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Mr. Fred Swaniker's article about Firdaus: “The most inspiring conversation I’ve had this year”

The book by Firdaus: " Of Scattered Tears" 

Firdaus' blog - Betascribbles

This week I speak to a Ghanaian youth activist who grew up in the slums of Accra in a place called Chorkor. This young African does not hold his tongue when it comes to issues of national development and that is something he says he got from his mom. “…my mom would be like if you don’t like something, say it, if you are not comfortable, say it” he shares. He shares how growing up in the slums and schooling in the Northern part of Ghana have shaped his purpose and drive. We spoke about youth representation and why that matters for national development. The hottest policy debate in Ghana right now- the E-levy, also came up in our chat. We agreed and disagreed on some areas of our discussion but that's what makes a good conversation isn't it? Whether you are big on youth activism or not, this is one not to miss. Emmanuel Odonkor is my guest this week on the podcast.

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We kick off season 2 with a conversation I had with Alfred Afutu; co-founder of Konzoom. Konzoom is an online grocery delivery service based in Accra, Ghana. What makes Konzoom outstanding? They promise to deliver your order in 60 minutes and according to the young co-founder, that’s a promise they keep with every single order despite the heavy traffic in Accra. We spoke about his move from Germany where he lived with his wife and had a well-paying corporate job. He shared what inspired the move and we spoke about expectations versus the reality of starting a business in Ghana. We also discussed his plans to extend beyond the borders of Ghana to serve other neighboring countries such as Nigeria. If you are in Ghana and would like to get your groceries delivered, you can reach them using the website details below:

Website: Konzoom.shop

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We have been silent for a while but we are back and better! New Episode every Monday starting 21st February. Subscribe now so you don't miss out! Also, help us tell a friend about the Podcast! 

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It's just been 3 months since i launched the podcast and season 1 has already come to an end. In this short episode, i reflect on starting a podcast and what i have learnt during this time. In a world of endless content, thanks for every second spent listening to this podcast. We will be back with Season 2 in the New Year, bigger and better. 

I look forward to hearing your feedback on Season 1 via email @[email protected]

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Disability is not inability. Many would agree with this statement but what happens when you have to be served by a shop attendant who requires some extra time because of their disability? As an employer, would you be intentional about employing persons with disability or you feel they will be a liability? This week, Mabel Suglo joins us to share why she employs mostly disabled people and rural women for her business. She admits the journey has not been easy but she is quick to add that it is nevertheless fulfilling. We also discuss the pressing need for more inclusive spaces for disabled people especially in Africa, the lessons learnt from working with people with disability, how she runs her social enterprise and her plans for the future. 

You can donate any amount to help the disabled community that Mabel supports using this link.  

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Wesbite: Dignified Wear

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This week i speak to a young African women who took a bold step to leave a stable corporate job to pursue her dream in Agribusiness. Her zeal was met with her first big failure in the first farming season where she run at a loss. "I cried" she says. But she bounced back with lessons learnt and renewed vigor to do better. In our conversation, she breaks down the several aspects of Agribusiness and shares the diverse opportunities in the field. It's not just about farming! She also shares how her fear of failure influenced her to choose Agric Science instead of General Science at Secondary School and how that ended up being a blessing in disguise. We talk about how Ghana as a country can do better in the Agric space and the need to reform how Agric is perceived in the country. Ama Afriyie Mensah is my guest this week and i have no doubt you will enjoy this conversation!

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This is the final episode for the 10 Commandments series I started a couple of weeks ago. If you have not listened to the other ones, please check out episode 4 & 5! In this episode, I discuss why it is necessary to dig deeper to discover the treasure that you are and why you should avoid shortcuts. “Shortcuts will cut you short” I say. I also touch on the need to be bold and shine in every space that you find yourself, then I end with a beautiful scripture on why and how we can keep our eyes on the prize and finish well this year.

If you have enjoyed this series, I would love to hear your thoughts and feedback. Let me know which commandments you personally live by as well! Send me an email – [email protected]

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"Chichi" as she is affectionately called by many, has a way of breaking down mental health in such a relatable way. She says "mental health has everything to do with everything" and that for me captures how seriously it should be taken. In this episode, we discussed how she discovered her purpose and how she and her team help over 1000 mentees across Africa through Mentor to Mentor, an organization she started in Malawi. Chichi also talked about signs of slipping into poor mental health (you should really listen to that part!) and how to deal with it. To wrap up, she shared two personal failures and how she overcame. You will love this episode!

You can read more about her organization here- https://www.mentor-to-mentor.org/

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Episode #5!!! This episode is part 2 of the series i started last week, so if you haven't checked out that one please go listen to it! The Bible has some wonderful lessons for the Young African if you pay attention to it and that's what i try to highlight in these series. I talk about being intentional about the thoughts we process, seeking counsel and even how to reach out to potential mentors and finally, diversifying not just the sources of your income, but your relationships, experiences and skills. I am sure you will enjoy this one. 

I would love to hear your thoughts and feedback. Send me an email - [email protected]

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