The Tech Surf Podcast

The fintech landscape in Africa is evolving rapidly.Over the years, many fintech products have emerged on the continent, each presenting its own unique offerings and challenges. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for anyone looking to make an impact in this space.

In this episode, our host Raymond Klutse sits with Philip Twum, a seasoned finance professional, to delve into the intricacies of fintech in Africa. Philip brings a wealth of experience and insight into the conversation, having worked extensively in financial services across the continent. 

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Hosts: Raymond Klutse

Guest : Philip Twum

Music : Soft Beat - ComaStudio

Voice Over - Raymond Klutse

Producer - Raymond Klutse 

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Education is driven by the language people speak. English, one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, dominates almost every new concept, and tech concepts are no exception. Despite the vast number of English speakers, there are still many people in various countries who do not speak it. What happens to them as technology advances and new concepts emerge, some of which are alien to the grammatical structures of their languages?

In this episode, our host Raymond Klutse sits with Wuraola Oyewusi, a trained Pharmacist now turned Data Scientist and Tech Instructor whose love for teaching has inspired her to explain tech concepts in her native tongue, Yoruba. As a result, many speakers of this language have learned about ChatGPT, AI, and much more.

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Hosts: Raymond Klutse

Guest : Wuraola Oyewusi

Music : Soft Beat - ComaStudio

Voice Over - Raymond Klutse

Producer - Raymond Klutse 

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While tutorial videos serve as excellent starting points, providing step-by-step guidance and visual aids, they often present oversimplified scenarios that fail to capture the true complexities of real-world projects. Many techies find themselves in a comfortable space, relying heavily on tutorials and inadvertently hindering their ability to apply acquired skills to solve unique and interesting challenges.

In this engaging episode, we sit down with Joojo Dontoh, who shares invaluable insights on how individuals can transition from merely following tutorials to embarking on building truly fascinating projects that push their boundaries and foster growth.

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Hosts: Raymond Klutse

Guest : Joojo Dontoh

Music : Soft Beat - ComaStudio

Voice Over - Raymond Klutse

Producer - Raymond Klutse 

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Venturing beyond the familiar borders of one's homeland into a new terrain is often a thrilling yet daunting experience. This is the story of many students every year, who leave comfort and familiarity behind, to pursue higher education, better jobs, and the hope of a better life. Others go further to venture into entrepreneurship despite the winding paths and many uncertainties.

In this episode, we sit with Josh Baah to uncover his journey into entrepreneurship and how he has leveraged technology to accelerate and expand his numerous businesses. Born in the UK, Josh went on to pursue his education in International Development at King's College, which led him into the world of consulting. Although successful in his corporate job, he decided to tread the path of entrepreneurship, together with his friend Hannz, leading to the birth of Joos, a Power Bank Rental Startup. This startup has rapidly spread across the UK, Europe and is now expanding to Canada. He is also the co-founder of Nosh, Joos Solar & TIRAH - where he works with Ghanaian startups. 

In this conversation, we also talk about the challenges he has faced and how future entrepreneurs can glean from their experience to increase their chances of success.

Hosts: Raymond Klutse

Guest : Josh Baah

Music : Soft Beat - ComaStudio

Voice Over - Raymond Klutse

Producer - Raymond Klutse 

Production Team - David Oyelade, Samuel Andam

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Conversations about gender diversity and women being underrepresented in STEM have gone on for years. Many initiatives and organisations have emerged with the aim of encouraging and empowering women to succeed in STEM careers. Although the gender gap is still wide, and there is still more work to be done, these domains are witnessing a rise of exceptional women leaders championing transformative change and redefining the narrative.

In this episode, I have the privilege of sitting with Adora Ndwdo, a game changer in the industry whose contributions are widely celebrated and has inspired a lot of women to get into tech and excel. This discussion delves into her multifaceted life as a techie, from her journey into tech to becoming a household name, and the exciting things she's looking forward to working on. We also talk about the challenges she has faced in the space, and how she has handled them. She emphasises the importance of teaching women in STEM not to just ride on the conversation of stereotypes and the hashtags that are springing up in the industry every day, but rather actively seek to be valuable and knowledgeable assets in the field.

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Hosts: Raymond Klutse

Guest : Adora Nwodo

Music : Soft Beat - ComaStudio

Voice Over - Raymond Klutse

Producer - Raymond Klutse 

Production Team - David Oyelade, Etornam Koko

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The landscape of medicine is rapidly evolving, and artificial intelligence (AI) is at the forefront of this transformation. It’s no longer science fiction, it’s here. Whilst debates about AI replacing some professions keep making waves, others are using the opportunity to creating an intersection of both fields.

In this episode, we sit with Dr. Paulina Mensah, a doctor who also doubles as an AI practitioner, and how she was able to carve this career path for herself. This conversation explores that way AI is transforming diagnoses, treatments, and even the doctor-patient relationship. We discuss specific applications, ethical considerations, and the future potential of this powerful intersection. We also delve into the importance of understanding the local context, such as infrastructure, cultural beliefs, and existing healthcare systems when deploying these emerging technologies .

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Hosts: Raymond Klutse

Guest : Dr. Paulina Mensah

Music : Soft Beat - ComaStudio

Voice Over - Raymond Klutse

Producer - Raymond Klutse 

Production Team - Samuel Andam, Etornam Koko, Reginald Tetteh

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Technology can empower people with disabilities, but only if it's accessible. Social enterprise, Tech Era, led by Derick Omari, tackles this by providing individuals with the tools and training to thrive in the digital world. 

They go beyond basic skills, fostering independence and entrepreneurship through business creation assistance. Tech Era even offers innovative programs, like enabling visually impaired individuals to become graphic designers, showcasing the transformative power of accessible technology. 

Join me as I sit with Derick to explore advancements in accessible technology, its empowering potential, and the impactful work of Tech Era, which has transformed over 5,000 lives through digital skills training. 

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Hosts: Raymond Klutse

Guest :  Derick Omari

Music : Soft Beat - ComaStudio

Voice Over - Raymond Klutse

Producer - Raymond Klutse 

Production Team - Reginald Tetteh, David Oyelade

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Africa's tech scene is brimming with brilliant minds, and The Tech Surf Podcast is diving deep into their stories. Season 2, dubbed "The Afro Tech Series," features inspiring entrepreneurs, engineers, and tech enthusiasts who are harnessing technology to create positive change, not only across the continent but also globally.

This season promises to be both entertaining and informative, offering valuable insights and perspectives on how technology is shaping the future of Africa and beyond. Conversations range from discussing the intersection of tech with fields like disability, design, law, and medicine, to exploring the world of data and the future ahead.

I also get the chance to sit down with entrepreneurs to explore interesting business models like building a rent-a-power-bank business, digital business cards, and a remote-first creative business connecting clients with a talented pool of pre-vetted designers and developers across Africa.

Episode 1 drops this Thursday, and I'm excited to share it with you! Are you ready? Stay tuned and subscribe to the podcast on all your streaming and social media platforms.

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Music Appreciation - Capcut

Embark on a compelling exploration of Ebi-Yaa Kwaw's remarkable journey as a woman in the tech industry on The Tech Surf Podcast. Join the discussion as she unveils key milestones and triumphs, sharing insights into her transition from marketing to UX/UI design and how her marketing background uniquely influences her design approach. The conversation covers thought-provoking conversations on the importance of UX/UI design, challenges of stereotypes, and how women can thrive in this space.

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Hosts: Raymond Klutse

Guest :  Ebi-Yaa Kwaw

Music : Weekends, Kerala

Voice Over - Raymond Klutse

Producer - Raymond Klutse 

Production Team - Samuel Andam, Etornam Koko, Reginald Tetteh

Data is by far one of the most discussed resources in our world today. As we become more connected thanks to the advancement of technology, we in turn generate more data which now needs to be processed to give value to its owners. 

Data, however, is mostly not perfect and requires a series of processes to make it ready for us, one of which is data labeling.

In this episode we sit with Ahmed Rashad, the CEO and Founder of SapienAI. He is also an MIT alum with a rich background in technology and consulting at Amazon, McKinsey & Company, and Scale AI. Ahmed takes us on a journey through the world of data, explaining how this innovative approach is reshaping our understanding of problem-solving in the tech industry.

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Hosts: Raymond Klutse

Guest :  Ahmed Rashad

Music : Weekends

Voice Over - Raymond Klutse

Producer - Raymond Klutse 

Production Team - David Oyelade, Samuel Andam