Hamisi Mamba

In this engaging conversation, Hamisi Mamba, a Burundian chef and owner of Baobab Fare in Detroit, shares his inspiring immigrant journey. He discusses his challenges after leaving Burundi, including adjusting to life in a new country and the harsh realities of refugee living. Mamba delves into the importance of community and food, recounting how his family connected farmers to buyers. He also reflects on what true wealth means, emphasizing generosity over materialism, and the impact of their ventures like Waka by Baobab and Soko on preserving East African culture.