District Connect

District Connect

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District Connect episodes

  • Naija to ToonTown: Crafting Local Heroes and Animating Dreams for Nigerian Kids.

    In this episode, Oladele Olafuyi, Founder of Kunda Kids, was joined in the podcast studio alongside Ferdy Adimefe, Founder/CEO of MagicLab Academy, and Bola Edwards, Co-Founder and CEO of Proud African Roots, to enlighten our listeners on the topic: From Naija to ToonTown: Crafting Local Heroes and Animating Dreams for Nigerian Kids.

    In this conversation, they delved into the magical world of children's content and animation to explore how our innovative EdTech startups are fusing education and entertainment to create characters that Nigerian children can relate to.

    57 min
  • Promoting Multilingual Literacy for Inclusive Education

    In celebration of International Literacy Day 2024, we had insightful conversations with three EdTech founders—Frank Akinwande Williams, Co-founder of TopSet, Ojiugo Uche, Co-founder of Genti Media, and Michael Odokara-Okigbo, Co-founder of Nkenne. With support from Co-creation HUB, they are driving multilingual literacy initiatives to foster inclusive education across Africa.

    45 min
  • The Role of Tech Communities in Academic Institutions

    In this episode of District Connect, Tuyikunde Joel, Community Associate at Co-Creation Hub has a conversation with Romerik Lokossou, Engineering AI Student at Carngie Mellon University on the intricacies of Data Science , AI and the role communities play in academic institutions for students in need.

    22 min
  • The Present and Future of AI

    In this episode of District Connect, Tuyikunde Joel, Community Associate at Co-Creation Hub, interviews Kandekwe Mouna, an AI engineering master's student from Carnegie Mellon University. Mouna discusses her AI journey and shares her insights on the present and future of AI in Africa.

    20 min
  • Eduvision: How Edtech Is Making Learning Accessible For All

    In this podcast episode, Rachael Onoja, Head of Operations at ALTSCHOOL Africa, engages in a discussion with Ojiugo Uche, the Founder and CEO of Genti Media, one of the 12 startups selected for the second cohort of the Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship program on April 30, 2024. They delve into how innovative ed-tech startups are breaking down language barriers to make education accessible for all.

    54 min
  • From Research To Spinoff In Africa, Product, Funding IP and Everything In Between

    In this episode of District Connect,  Mosunmola Mare, Community Manager at CcHUB Nigeria sat down with Jude Adejuwon, the Higher Education Innovation Practice at CcHUB, and delved into the topic of From Research to Spinoffs in Africa: Product, Funding, Intellectual Property, and Everything in Between. We explored the intricate process of product development, securing funding, and navigating the complexities of intellectual property within the African innovation landscape. This episode offers a wealth of knowledge on turning innovative ideas into impactful ventures in Africa.

    42 min
  • The Launch and Future of Product Experience Factory at CcHUB Design Lab

    In this episode of District Connect, Tuyikunde Joel, Community Associate at Co-Creation Hub sat down with Kome Sideso, UX Design Lead at Co-creation Hub, to talk about the world of Design & What it entails. The conversation mainly explored the launch of the product experience factory and it’s future plans on the continent.

    27 min
  • The Art of Networking and Its Profound Impact on Success

    In this episode of District Connect,  Mosunmola Mare, Community Manager at CcHUB Nigeria sat down with Blessing Azubike, the Senior Programme Manager of the Creative Economy Practice at CcHUB. We delved into the topic of The Art of Networking and Its Profound Impact On Success by exploring how "Networking isn't just about exchanging business cards, it's about forging meaningful connections that open doors to opportunities, insights, and collaborations. In the tapestry of success, each connection we weave adds depth and richness to our journey.

    39 min

About District Connect

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District Connect features inspiring conversations on technology & innovation in Africa including Design for Health, Startup Support, Human-centered Design, Governance, and EdTech. The series is…