FROM GARAGE TO GROWTH

What does it take to turn street smarts into global influence?In this week’s episode of From Garage to Growth, I sit down with Ambassador Oliver Fortune Chikodzore, whose journey from washing cars to advising nations is nothing short of extraordinary.From selling vegetables on the streets of Mutare to leading multinational ventures across Africa and beyond, Oliver’s story is a masterclass in resilience, resourcefulness, and the power of a bold vision.We discuss:🔹 How a childhood promise fueled his drive to change his family’s legacy🔹 The moment he turned R12.50 and a bicycle into a thriving car wash business🔹 His transition from military intelligence to entrepreneurship and diplomacy🔹 Why Africa needs more founders, not just job seekers—and how to build a Pan-African business ecosystem🚀 Oliver’s story proves that entrepreneurship isn’t about what you have—it’s about what you do with it!✅ Subscribe to From Garage to Growth to hear more stories of founders shaping Africa’s future!🎧 Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4mpLzAExCgoTPaNqUjTKxg?si=f52db879a285457a📢 Share this episode with someone who needs the inspiration to start their own journey: https://youtu.be/DPBcc2YphlI#Entrepreneurship #AfricanSuccess #PanAfricanBusiness #OliverChikodzore #Innovation #Startups #EconomicEmpowerment #BorderlessAfrica

What does it take to break barriers and build an industry from scratch?

In this week’s podcast episode, “From Soweto to Founder – What It Takes to Build Without a Blueprint,” I had the privilege of sitting down with Raymond Ledwaba to unpack his journey.From growing up in Soweto to becoming a pioneering force in African gaming and tech, Raymond’s story is a powerful testament to resilience, innovation, and the ability to build without a blueprint.

We discuss:

🔹 How he transitioned from accounting to tech and gaming

🔹 Overcoming imposter syndrome as a first-generation entrepreneur

🔹 The untapped potential of Africa’s gaming industry

🔹 His mission to create African-inspired games that challenge global narratives

Raymond also shares insights from his book, The First Generation Founder, a must-read for anyone looking to take the leap into entrepreneurship.

🚀 His journey proves that where you start does not define where you can go!✅ Subscribe to watch more stories of entrepreneurs making an impact: From Garage To Growth