In this episode of She Talks Tech, we sit down with Rebecca Franks — an Android Developer Relations Engineer at Google, community builder, and advocate for women in tech.

From her early days coding in South Africa to becoming a global voice in the Android space, Rebecca opens up about navigating imposter syndrome, finding joy in building, and the importance of showing up authentically in tech.

🎧 In this episode, we cover:

✅ How Rebecca found her way into Android development

✅ The shift from building apps to supporting developers

✅ What it’s like working at Google (and staying grounded)

✅ Why representation and mentorship still matter in tech

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🎙 Episode Title: Millicent Okumu: Growing the Future with Agri-Tech

Welcome back to She Talks Tech with Hlulani, the podcast spotlighting women building bold, brilliant futures in STEM and technology.

In this episode, I speak with Millicent Okumu, a rising force in agri-tech innovation and public service in Kenya.

Millicent is on a mission to transform agriculture through technology—making food systems more efficient, sustainable, and accessible for communities that need it most.

She doesn’t just talk about impact—she builds it, especially for women and youth in rural areas.

From digitizing traditional farming to driving innovation at government level, Millicent’s story is one of purpose-driven leadership, tech-savviness, and deep care for the land and its people.

✨ In this episode, we explore:

✅ How Millicent got into agri-tech and why it matters

✅ The real-world impact of digitizing food systems

✅ Challenges and breakthroughs in public sector innovation

✅ Empowering women and young people in agriculture through tech

✅ Why tech solutions must be rooted in local realities and purpose

This is a story about more than farming—it’s about food security, economic resilience, and using tech to create lasting change where it’s needed most.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favourite podcast platform.

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#SheTalksTech #AgriTech #WomenInSTEM #TechForGood #DigitalFarming #PublicInnovation #FoodSecurity #MillicentOkumu #AfricanWomenInTech

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Welcome back to She Talks Tech with Hlulani, where we amplify the voices of women making waves in technology and STEM. In today’s episode, I sit down with Lydia Sebokedi, Acting Executive Director at the Centre for Public Service Innovation (CPSI), to explore a powerful story of purpose, public service, and quiet transformation.

Lydia's journey spans decades in South Africa’s public sector — from dietetics and healthcare to national innovation and digital transformation. We dive deep into how she leads innovation in government without a traditional tech background, her passion for developing young talent, and why she believes "the work is never about the title—it’s about legacy."

✨ In this episode, you’ll hear about:

How Lydia went from dietician to tech leader in public service

Why innovation in government must be people-first

What leadership looks like when grounded in empathy and trust

The work she’s most proud of—hint: it’s not in a CV

Her mission to make government more connected, human, and future-fit

A letter to her 10-year-old self that will move you to tears

Lydia's impact isn’t just in the policies she shapes or programs she oversees—it’s in the people she uplifts, the legacy she’s building, and the clarity with which she walks her purpose.

📣 If you’ve ever wondered what human-centered leadership looks like in tech and government—this episode is for you.

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Welcome to She Talks Tech Season 3, where I profile women in technology and STEM careers. My aim is to elevate and amplify their stories and inspire more women to join these fields. Through detailed interviews with successful women in technology and STEM, I explore their career paths, challenges, successes, and advice for aspiring professionals. Join me as I celebrate the achievements of women in technology and STEM and discover the diverse and exciting opportunities available in these fields.

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In this soul-stirring episode of She Talks Tech, we sit down with Mabedi—chartered accountant turned tech leader—whose story is equal parts intentional, inspiring, and necessary.

🌍 From her early days growing up in Botswana’s villages to leading large-scale tech transformation programs across the African continent, Mabedi shares:

• Why audit was her bootcamp for excellence
• How she transitioned into tech leadership without a STEM background
• The power of intentional mentorship and role modelling
• Her philosophy on legacy, leadership, and lifting others as she rises
• Why she believes "the only thing separating you from a leader is time"
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✨ Whether you’re pivoting into tech, navigating imposter syndrome, or just need to feel seen—this episode will speak to your heart.

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A Day in the Life of a Self-Taught Software Engineer | Emerging Tech Voices

In this episode, hosts Murendeni Baloyi, Hlulani Baloyi, and Nhlamulo Sithole sit down with Trecia Kat, a passionate, self-taught software engineer whose journey from dropping out of college to becoming a full-stack dev is nothing short of inspiring.

🔹 What you'll hear:

• How Tricia taught herself coding using platforms like FreeCodeCamp
• Her untraditional path into tech—and how she landed her first dev job
• Insights into learning styles, debugging strategies, and her obsession with CSS
• Her love/hate relationships with Angular, React, Bootstrap, and Tailwind
• What a typical day looks like as a hybrid, full-stack engineer
• How confidence, community, and curiosity shaped her career
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🎧 This episode is packed with laughs, honesty, and practical advice for anyone curious about self-teaching, frontend vs backend, and building a career in tech.

📌 Note: We’re definitely bringing Tricia back—there’s more to her story we didn’t get to!

👉 Listen now

#EmergingTechVoices #SheTalksTech #SelfTaughtDev #WomenInTech #FullStackDeveloper #CSSArt #TailwindCSS #DebuggingDiaries #Podcast #TechCareers #YoungTechies

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Welcome to She Talks Tech Season 3, where I profile women in technology and STEM careers. My aim is to elevate and amplify their stories and inspire more women to join these fields. Through detailed interviews with successful women in technology and STEM, I explore their career paths, challenges, successes, and advice for aspiring professionals. Join me as I celebrate the achievements of women in technology and STEM and discover the diverse and exciting opportunities available in these fields.

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Science, strategy, and showing up.

Dr. Avila Maja is a powerhouse in STEM.

🧪 Analytical Chemist

🌱 Climate Advocate

🌍 Executive Member of the South African Young Academy of Science

💎 Expert in platinum group metals (PGMs)

She’s proof that science isn’t just lab coats and equations — it’s leadership, innovation, and impact.

On this week’s She Talks Tech, we talk about:

• The link between chemistry and climate action
• The future of automation and green mining
• What it really means to show up and shine in your field
• And how mentorship multiplies power in STEM spaces

Let this be your reminder:

Representation isn’t just visibility — it’s visionary.

#SheTalksTech #WomenInScience #STEMLeadership #Podcast #BlackWomenInSTEM #Innovation #ChemistryWithPurpose #TechForGood

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Episode Summary:

In this exciting and inspiring episode of Imagine Tech Voices, we sit down with Gomolemo Likomanyane — a passionate software tester and content creator behind Tech with Gomo! 🚀

Ever wondered what quality assurance (QA) is really about? Gomo shares her journey from software development into QA, her day-to-day life as a tester, how she handles tech challenges, and how she’s using her platform to inspire the next generation of techies — all with heart, humor, and realness.

What We Talk About:

✅ What quality assurance (QA) really means in tech

✅ Gomo’s daily routine — standups, testing, and breaking systems 😄

✅ Tools she uses — Salesforce, Provar Automation, Azure DevOps

✅ Handling developer tension and staying professional

✅ Navigating male-dominated spaces with confidence

✅ Building Tech with Gomo to review products and inspire others

✅ Advice for anyone wanting to start a career in QA

✅ Gomo’s dreams: growing her platform and working with big brands 🌟

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Welcome to She Talks Tech Season 3, where I profile women in technology and STEM careers. My aim is to elevate and amplify their stories and inspire more women to join these fields. Through detailed interviews with successful women in technology and STEM, I explore their career paths, challenges, successes, and advice for aspiring professionals. Join me as I celebrate the achievements of women in technology and STEM and discover the diverse and exciting opportunities available in these fields.

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In this episode, we sit down with Sabrine Chennaoui, the CEO of Manzapo, who shares her inspiring journey from launching a startup in her garage to building patented green tech that transforms used cooking oil into natural cleaning products. We talk about resilience, pivots, and purpose-driven innovation in the world of sustainability and circular economy.

🎧 Tune in to hear:

✅ How her childhood shaped her drive

✅ The idea that started it all

✅ The tech behind Manzapo’s soap-making machine

✅ Lessons from building as a woman in green tech

✅ Her letter to her 10-year-old self

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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of Emerging Tech Voices, we shine the spotlight on one of our own — Nhlamulo Sithole, co-host and front-end software engineer! 🎉

Ever wondered what a day in the life of a software engineer looks like behind the scenes? Nhlamulo takes us through her journey, her daily routine, her favorite tools, and the challenges that come with building beautiful and functional user experiences — all while keeping it real, relatable, and a little bit funny.

What We Talk About:

✅ What front-end development really means

✅ Nhlamulo’s daily routine — from brushing teeth to standups

✅ Debugging code (and the occasional 3-minute cry 😅)

✅ Tools she swears by — React, Java, Next.js & Payload CMS

✅ The importance of collaboration and asking for help

✅ How she balances work, study, and life outside tech

✅ Facing criticism, dealing with imposter syndrome, and growing from it

✅ Personal hobbies — swimming, piano lessons, and dreaming big 🎶

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Welcome to She Talks Tech Season 3, where I profile women in technology and STEM careers. My aim is to elevate and amplify their stories and inspire more women to join these fields. Through detailed interviews with successful women in technology and STEM, I explore their career paths, challenges, successes, and advice for aspiring professionals. Join me as I celebrate the achievements of women in technology and STEM and discover the diverse and exciting opportunities available in these fields.

Liked this episode? Please follow and share the podcast and while at it, leave us a review :)

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