Reframed

ReFramed Revisited: Conversations that shaped how we think about capital and investing for Africa's flourishing.

In this episode, Andy Agaba, founder of Hiinga, a Christ-Centred Impact Investing Fund, shares his remarkable journey from growing up with a single mom and selling pigs to pay school fees, to eventually studying at Harvard and MIT.

But this is more than a story of personal transformation. Andy explores how his own experience shaped a conviction that business can create lasting opportunities for others, particularly in communities where poverty is passed from one generation to the next. He argues that if poverty is multi-generational, our response must take a similarly long-term view, creating opportunities that can change the trajectory of families and communities over time.

At a time when impact investing is increasingly focused on measurable outcomes, this conversation asks us to think beyond immediate returns and consider how capital, business and opportunity can contribute to lasting change across generations.

If this episode prompts you to think differently about the forces shaping your work, find out more about how Ziwani's Redemptive Action Intensives help leaders turn kingdom vision into tangible results: https://ziwani.com/redemptive-action-intensives?enquiry=RAI Spotify · Apple · YouTube Podcasts

Reframed Revisted: Conversations that shaped how we think about capital and investing for Africa's flourishing. In this episode, Jonathan Wilson is joined by fellow venture capitalist David Harlley to explore a provocative question: Has modern capitalism really moved beyond the inequalities of the feudal system it replaced?They examine how wealth, ownership and power are distributed across both the global North and South, and challenge some of the assumptions that underpin our current economic model. Rather than simply critiquing what is, they consider what a different approach to venture capital could look like, grounded in a generative rather than extractive understanding of capital and growth. As debates about inequality, wealth creation and the role of capital continue to shape the future of business and society, this conversation invites us to reconsider not only HOW capital is deployed, but the PURPOSE it ultimately serves. We are deepening our exploration of investment because we recently hosted a Redemptive Action Intensive on Investing. If you want to explore what God's original design is for your sector or organisation and how you can take action towards restoring it, find out how to host a Redemptive Action Intensive of your own: https://ziwani.com/redemptive-action-intensives?enquiry=RAI Spotify · Apple · YouTube Podcasts

ReFramed Revisited: Conversations that shaped how we think about capital and investing for Africa's flourishing.

In this episode, Jonathan Wilson speaks with Alison Klein, a seasoned professional in private equity and impact investing in emerging markets, about the assumptions that shape how we approach investment, philanthropy and change in Africa.

Together, they explore why the systems we take for granted can limit the transformation we imagine is possible, and why challenging our default thinking is essential to creating different outcomes.

As capital, investment and funding continue to shape the future of Africa, this conversation is worth revisiting. It challenges us to look beyond how capital is deployed and ask a deeper question: What needs to change in the way we THINK before we can change what happens in the WORLD?

We are deepening our exploration of investment because we have hosted a Redemptive Action Intensive on Investing. If you want to explore what God's original design is for your sector or organisation and how you can take action towards restoring it, find out how to host a Redemptive Action Intensive of your own: https://ziwani.com/redemptive-action-intensives?enquiry=RAI Spotify · Apple · YouTube Podcasts

In the final episode of RISK, hosts Kerryne, Doreen, Ashton and Chinwe reflect on a year of conversations with leaders across Africa and how those encounters have reshaped their understanding of risk. They explore the tension between boldness and stewardship, faith and wisdom, courage and responsibility. From learning to recognise our blind spots and challenge our assumptions, to navigating uncertainty without being driven by fear, the hosts consider what it means to take meaningful risks with God while remaining grounded in good business practice.

Ultimately, this conversation asks a bigger question: if risk is unavoidable, how should we live, lead and make decisions when our work has a purpose beyond ourselves? Spotify · Apple · YouTube Podcasts

Chinwe Opala speaks with Olatunde Akintola, founder of EnergiHub in Nigeria, about the risks that have shaped his career across finance, oil and gas, entrepreneurship and major energy projects.

He shares how tightening financial controls around a drilling operation helped save millions of dollars, why he was willing to stand alone when challenging questionable invoices, and what it meant to leave a stable career to build a business from the ground up.

Olatunde also reflects on the realities of doing business in West Africa, from currency and policy fluctuations to the importance of building processes suited to the environment in which you operate. Along the way, he offers a practical perspective on risk, preparation and conviction, and on what it means to pursue what you believe you are called to do. Spotify · Apple · YouTube Podcasts

In this episode, Chinwe Okpala sits down with Iphie Chuks-Adizue, whose career has spanned Procter & Gamble, Cadbury (Mondelez), Dulux Paints and now Global Citizen, an international advocacy organisation focused on ending extreme poverty. Along the way, she has established herself as an accomplished marketing and commercial leader – more than doubling the revenue of a multi-billion-naira business, tripling profits and creating over 300 new jobs – while raising a family and mentoring thousands of women through her Uncommon Woman Movement.

Drawing on more than 20 years of executive leadership, Iphie shares practical insights on building high-performing teams, navigating major career transitions, making bold decisions under uncertainty, and integrating faith into everyday leadership. Far from replacing sound judgement, she explains how faith sharpens discernment, strengthens decision-making, and provides the courage to pursue opportunities others might avoid.

Whether you're leading an organisation, navigating your next career move, or seeking to align professional success with a deeper sense of purpose, this conversation offers a compelling perspective on what it means to lead with both excellence and conviction. Spotify · Apple · YouTube Podcasts

Chinwe sits down with Nigerian HR executive and leadership advisor Yemi Faseun to explore what risk really means in the context of careers, leadership and personal growth. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience across banking, consulting, telecommunications and entrepreneurship, Yemi shares why he repeatedly left prestigious organisations for unknown opportunities, why he believes "life itself is a risk," and how embracing change has shaped his journey.

The conversation moves beyond traditional ideas of risk to examine readiness, change and the future of work. From managing your career like a business and recognising the signals of change before they become crises, to building talent, developing leaders and navigating multi-generational workplaces, Yemi offers practical wisdom for professionals, founders and leaders alike.

If you've ever wondered whether to stay where you're comfortable or step into something new, this episode provides a thoughtful framework for taking risks with purpose, preparation and faith.

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He refers to three books during the interview:

First, Break All The Rules by Marcus Buckingham and Curt Coffman

Who Moved My Cheese? by Dr Spencer Johnson

Our Iceberg Is Melting by by John Kotter and Holger Rathberger

The quote "His love, in time past, Forbids me to think. He'll leave me at last. In trouble to sink." comes from the classic Christian hymn Begone, unbelief Spotify · Apple · YouTube Podcasts

In this episode, Chinwe Okpala sits down with Nissi Ekpott for a rich, thought-provoking conversation on how culture shapes the perception of risk across different African contexts. From navigating cross-border business deals in the early 2000s (often involving literal bags of cash) to building purpose-driven enterprises in Nigeria, Kenya and South Africa, Nissi shares firsthand stories that bring the reality of risk into sharp focus. But beyond the stories, they also explore the real, on-the-ground risks entrepreneurs face in West Africa – from currency volatility to human capital challenges. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or simply curious about doing business in Africa, this episode will deepen your understanding of how risk is perceived, navigated, and lived across the continent. Read the article here: https://ziwani.com/read/understanding-risk-in-african-markets Spotify · Apple · YouTube Podcasts

In this episode, Redemptive Risk in the Marketplace: Risk Is Not the Enemy, recorded live at Ziwani’s At The Lake, accomplished business leaders share profound insights from their experiences, revealing that risk is not the enemy—it is often where faith is formed and obedience is tested. They remind us that in the marketplace, we are not called to play it safe, but to step into redemptive risk—risk anchored in purpose and surrendered to God. Spotify · Apple · YouTube Podcasts

Ashton Fourie interviews logistics and leadership executive Jeff Phiri about what it means to lead wisely in uncertain environments. Drawing on more than 30 years' experience at DHL across global markets, Jeff shares practical insights on navigating geopolitical instability, supply chain disruption, corruption risk, and personal integrity under pressure.

At the centre of the conversation is an unexpected leadership model: Nehemiah. Jeff explains how Nehemiah’s example of prayer, planning, courageous action, and a refusal to be distracted from his mission, has shaped his approach to risk, leadership and decision-making across more than 50 countries.

From crisis management during Middle East conflict, to the realities of doing business in Africa, to the personal disciplines required to sustain leadership over decades, this episode explores why faith and planning are not opposites – but essential partners in responsible leadership. Read the article here: https://ziwani.com/read/leadership-lessons-from-global-logistics Spotify · Apple · YouTube Podcasts