Africa Tech Talks

Pedro Pinto Coelho, a seasoned financial leader with over 25 years in the industry, shares his insights on the evolution of banking. He discusses the transformative impact of digital currencies and cross-border payments on international banking. The conversation highlights the challenges of regulatory environments, especially in Africa and Europe. Pedro also emphasizes the importance of financial inclusion and innovation, advocating for adaptive regulations to foster growth in the fintech landscape.

Today we have the honor to host Wanderley Ribeiro, he currently is the Executive Director at BONSAE and President of the Angola Livestock Association (AAPA) in Luanda, Angola and one of the Founders of Kepya - a Digital Agriculture Marketplace.Follow Wanderley Ribeiro on social media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wanderleyribeiro/X/Twitter: https://x.com/wanderley_aoLinks and initiativesBonsae: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bonsae/Kepya : https://www.linkedin.com/company/kepya/Follow Africa Tech Talkshttps://www.africatechtalks.com/https://twitter.com/afri_techtalkshttps://www.instagram.com/africatechtalks/https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-tech-talks🗣️More about our guest:Wanderley Ribeiro is an Angolan professional with around 13 years of experience in the oil and gas industry, where he held various leadership roles. He recently made a strategic shift to the agriculture sector, one of the areas with the greatest potential for Angola.Ribeiro is characterized by his rigor, dynamism, dedication and focus on adding value to the business. He has experience in strategic management, impact business and social transformation, and innovative and creative thinking.Join us as we explore Wanderley's inspiring career path and his vision for the future of agriculture in Angola.Follow the co-hosts:Ivo Martins - https://www.ivo-martins.comAndré Cavaco - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-cavacoManuel Pinto de Andrade - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuel-pinto-de-andrade-69a03812/Victor Calhau - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vitor-calhau/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit africatechtalks.substack.com

Today on our podcast, we're excited to welcome Denivaldo Neto, the founder of Aki, a digital payment platform in Angola.🎬 Full video (https://youtu.be/z4qXaiMgUnc)00:00 Intro 01:58 Experience and Background in the telecom industry06:00 The decisive moment that created Aki12:15 How is Aki innovating 30:00 Unique Challenges35:00 Long-time vision for Aki41:14 Final Remarks🗣️More about our guest:Denivaldo Neto, an accomplished Information Technology professional with over 12 years of experience in telecommunications. Denivaldo is known for his strategic vision, tactical planning, and ability to handle diverse situations. With a focus on versatility and agility, Denivaldo is committed to driving progress in the IT world. As the CEO of 5 Linhas and the driving force behind the popular AKI mobile payment system, Denivaldo aims to provide fast, simple, and secure digital payment solutions to all Angolans, including those who previously lacked access to traditional banking.Follow Denivaldo Neto on social media:LinkedInLinks and initiatives5Linhas: https://5linhas.ao/AKI: https://www.aki.co.ao/Follow us on:https://www.africatechtalks.com/Twitter/XInstagramLinkedInIvo Martins - https://www.ivo-martins.comAndré Cavaco - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-cavacoManuel Pinto de Andrade - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuel-pinto-de-andrade-69a03812/Victor Calhau - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vitor-calhau/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit africatechtalks.substack.com

Our guest today is Leida Correia e Silva, a young and talented entrepreneur from Cape Verde who is making waves in the local technology space.🎬 Full video (https://youtu.be/56_uToIV-mE)00:00 Intro 02:08 Studying in China and returning to Cape Verde10:30 Getting inspiration from China's Payment ecosystem13: 57 Role as an Ambassador of the Internet Governance Forum21:00 The Role of Women in Tech Cabo Verde23:53 What problems are being addressed by EasyPay CV31:50 EasyPay CV role in Digital and Financial Inclusion36:10 The Importance of Cabo Verde Digital in EasyPay CV Ideation43:30 Fall in Love with the Problem, not the Solution47:40 Challenges for the Future55:20 The Future of Digital Payments in Africa58:01 EasyPay CV Funding🗣️More about our guest:Engineer and Entrepreneur: Leida is a mechanical engineer and co-founder of EasyPay CV. EasyPay CV is a digital platform designed to simplify the management of personal finances, the payment of bills and expenses, direct transfers, etc.Leida's innovative work with EasyPay CV was recognized and won the 4th edition of the Bolsa Cabo Verde Digital program.Leida's achievements were further recognized when she was included in the inaugural Forbes Under 30 Africa Lusophone list in the Technology and Innovation category. This list recognizes Africa's most promising young talent under the age of 30.Youth IGF Advocate: Leida is also co-founder of Cabo Verde Youth IGF, an initiative focused on Internet governance issues for young people in Cape Verde.Follow Leida Silva on social media:https://www.linkedin.com/in/leida-correia-e-silva-88726a182/Links and initiatives:http://easypay.cv/https://www.instagram.com/easypay.cv/https://www.linkedin.com/company/womenintechorg/https://www.digital.cv/blog/easypay-a-startup-que-vai-representar-cabo-verde-na-final-do-concurso-929-challenge-em-macauFollow us on:https://www.africatechtalks.com/https://twitter.com/afri_techtalkshttps://www.instagram.com/africatechtalks/https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-tech-talksIvo Martins - https://www.ivo-martins.comAndré Cavaco - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-cavacoManuel Pinto de Andrade - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuel-pinto-de-andrade-69a03812/Victor Calhau - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vitor-calhau/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit africatechtalks.substack.com

Hoje o nosso convidado é Edilson Coelho, o Director Geral do SETIC-FP - o braço tecnológico do Ministério das Finanças de Angola. 🎬 Full video ( https://youtu.be/g3aML6Hya98 )00:00 Introdução01:03 Estudos e Carreira “Aprender fazendo”10:23 O desafio SETIC-FP16:20 Transformação Digital26:27 E-Finanças - Servir uma população diversa32:51 Big data44:42 Envolver pessoas50:50 Ciber Segurança1:00:00 Resumo Final 🗣️Mais sobre o nosso Convidado:Profissional de TI há mais de 15 anos em diversas áreas, incluindo desenvolvimento de sistemas, gestão de projetos, sustentabilidade e inovação. Ocupou recentemente a posição de Chefe de Departamento de Sistemas de Informação do Serviço de Tecnologias de Informação e Comunicação de Finanças Públicas e Coordenador da Área de Sustentabilidade e Inovação do GTI da Administração Geral Tributária. Trabalhou ainda no Banco Nacional de Angola, Alfândegas de Angola, Banco BFA e Banco BIC. Siga o Edilson Coelho nas redes sociais:https://ao.linkedin.com/in/edilson-coelho-02331355Links and iniciativashttps://setic.minfin.gov.ao/PortalSETIC/#!/sobre/2055/director-geral/edilson-emanuel-neto-tavares-coelhohttps://ao.linkedin.com/in/setic-fp-setic-fp-3b052514bFollow us on:https://www.africatechtalks.com/https://twitter.com/afri_techtalkshttps://www.instagram.com/africatechtalks/https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-tech-talksIvo Martins - www.ivo-martins.comAndré Cavaco - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-cavacoManuel Pinto de Andrade - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuel-pinto-de-andrade-69a03812/Victor Calhau - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vitor-calhau/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit africatechtalks.substack.com

Today on our podcast, we're excited to welcome Telson Kapassola, who is the founder of Panorama.ao, one of the most promising tech startups in Angola.🎬Full video (https://youtu.be/_86G4YwDpfQ)00:00 Intro 01:20 Telson's Origins and Vision12:12 Lessons From Being a Young Entrepreneur17:39 An Entrepreneur Career21:25 How did Telson Navigated the Strategy for Panorama?35:49 Data Driven Organizations in Africa38:00 Digital Inclusion46:33 What can we Expect from Panorama for the Future?54:53 Closing Remarks🗣️More about our guest:With over 6 years developing innovative technological projects, Telson is one of the most awarded entrepreneurs in the Angolan startup ecosystem, having created business awarded by Startup Summit Angola, American Embassy, UNESCO, Unitel and others.He is the CEO of Panorama, a pioneer datatech startup that seeks through market research and technology, to eradicate the lack of data and information about Angola, and support people and companies to extract the greatest benefit from data and market intelligence.Running a 14-person startup, his leadership style is characterized by a relentless pursuit of excellence, innovation, and a focus on simplicity. He believes in assembling teams of exceptionally talented individuals and empowering them to innovate and collaborate towards a common goal.Follow Telson Kapassola on social media:https://www.linkedin.com/in/telson-kapassola-7444b7143/Links and initiativeshttps://www.panorama.ao/https://www.linkedin.com/company/panorama-inc-ao/Follow us on:https://www.africatechtalks.com/https://twitter.com/afri_techtalkshttps://www.instagram.com/africatechtalks/https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-tech-talksIvo Martins - www.ivo-martins.comAndré Cavaco - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-cavacoManuel Pinto de Andrade - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuel-pinto-de-andrade-69a03812/Victor Calhau - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vitor-calhau/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit africatechtalks.substack.com

Today on our podcast, we're excited to welcome Paulo Araujo who’s making internet available for people and businesses in Angola. 🎬 Full video (https://youtu.be/rrzAePII-5c)00:00 Intro 03:18 Paulo’s Personal journey05:32 WiConnect inception06:58 Challenges of being an African Entrepreneur10:59 Raising Funds and Accessing Talent21:47 Funding Timming for a Startup27:43 WiConnect is Now Data Oriented35:10 Digital Inclusion44:44 Financial Inclusion and Digital Payment Systems46:19 The New Startup Law54:50 Attracting the Startup Ecosystem59:18 Our Followers Questions from X1:04:56 Closing Remarks🗣️More about our guest:Born and raised in Angola, Paulo Araújo pursued his higher education in England, where he studied Mathematics and Management at Loughborough University. Upon returning to his home country, he was welcomed into a thriving economy and secured a position as a Financial Analyst at Standard Bank Angola. His career trajectory within the bank propelled him to the global markets room, where he served as a money market trader. However, his entrepreneurial spirit yearned for more, and alongside his cousin, he embarked on a new venture, founding WiConnect. Today, Paulo Araujo is the General Director of WiConnect. The challenges he faced as one of Angola's entrepreneurs instilled in him a desire to support others on similar journeys. This led him to take the role of Vice President for Economic and Financial Affairs at AASED (Angola's Startup and Digital Entrepreneurship Association), where he continues to promote and foster entrepreneurship and economic development.Follow Paulo Araújo on social media:www.instagram.com/pcarroloaraujowww.linkedin.com/in/paulo-888Links and initiatives- "Sonhar em Grande, Começar Pequeno: O Relato de um CEO a Ascender em Angola"https://bit.ly/4bciANE- Fortalecimento da Soberania Energética: O Papel da Mineração de Bitcoin na Autonomia Nacional" https://bit.ly/4bvTbyuFollow us on:https://www.africatechtalks.com/https://twitter.com/afri_techtalkshttps://www.instagram.com/africatechtalks/https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-tech-talksIvo Martins - www.ivo-martins.comAndré Cavaco - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-cavacoManuel Pinto de Andrade - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuel-pinto-de-andrade-69a03812/Victor Calhau - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vitor-calhau/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit africatechtalks.substack.com

Our guest on this episode is Chris Skinner, a leading expert on financial technology and the author of several books, including the best sellers "Digital Bank" and "Digital for Good". who’s also the founder of the Finanser, a website, and newsletter that provides insights on the future of finance.📺Full video: https://youtu.be/kKk5QOq-t5I00:00 Intro01:08 FinTech's vs. Legacy Banks06:00 Regulatory frameworks08:55 The big question (decentralization vs centralization)15:35 Buildings with humans25:54 Investors for Portuguese-speaking African Countries / Everyone has a POS at their reach28:55 Post mobile financial inclusion is data building30:33 The Nigerian structures to grow41:05 How to prepare our children for the future46:07 Technology knows no borders51:12 The best way to pay is when you don’t think about how to payAbout Chris Skinner📝Blog: https://thefinanser.com/📚Amazon books- Digital for Good- Doing Digital: Lessons from Leaders- Digital Bank: Strategies to launch or become a digital bank📺YT Videos- Fintech expert Chris Skinner: countries need digital transformation to remain competitive- Kids creating the future bank | Chris Skinner | TEDxAthensFollow us on:https://www.africatechtalks.com/https://twitter.com/afri_techtalkshttps://www.instagram.com/africatechtalks/https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-tech-talksIvo Martins - https://www.ivo-martins.comAndré Cavaco - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-cavacoManuel Pinto de Andrade - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuel-pinto-de-andrade-69a03812/Victor Calhau - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vitor-calhau/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit africatechtalks.substack.com

Our guest on this episode is Eduardo Clemente, the author of the book “Attitude is Your Superpower”, a mentor and investor in Angolan startups and a member of the board at a Pan African Bank. His insights go from what made him successful at what he does to the role in technology and digitalization in Africa, particularly Angola.📺Full Video: https://youtu.be/pC_IhNk_iJA00:00 Intro 4:09 Why Angola?7:44 Attitude is your superpower14:28 Adaptation is Key20:47 How will technology impact the banking industry?31:08 The marketing problem of blockchain34:10 The issue of CBDC35:10 What are the biggest technological challenges for the region43:50 Closing the talent gap53:06 The untapped potential1:01:18 The trigger to success in the African markets1:07:49 The person is keyFollow Eduardo on social media:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eduardoclemente/Follow us on:https://www.africatechtalks.com/https://twitter.com/afri_techtalkshttps://www.instagram.com/africatechtalks/https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-tech-talksIvo Martins - https://www.ivo-martins.comAndré Cavaco - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-cavacoManuel Pinto de Andrade - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuel-pinto-de-andrade-69a03812/Victor Calhau - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vitor-calhau/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit africatechtalks.substack.com

Today on our podcast, we're excited to welcome Darwin Costa, a standout figure in the internet infrastructure scene. 🎬 Full video: https://youtu.be/B-ENnNx4tFg00:00 Intro 02:42 Who is Darwin Costa04:42 What will the Internet Become (David Bowie Perspective in 1999)06:54 The perspective on Internet by Darwin07:41 The importance of the Sub-Sea Cables for the Internet11:08 Lag can Kill you (if you're playing online)17:36 The importance of IXP's (Internet Exchange Points)23:19 The state of the IXP's development 27:10 IPV6 33:01 IPV4 Vs. IPV640:42 Connectivity in Angola46:29 The country needs connectivity48:52 Data centers importance and governance54:55 Data centers Neutrality 56:41 Build Capability for the future1:03:19 Final remarks🗣️More about our guest:Darwin Costa is a true Internet evangelist, with a passion for the digital world that goes far beyond his professional pursuits. Armed with a bachelor's degree in business information technology and a Master's in Internet Business, he has immersed himself in the intricacies of networking, subsea cables, and Internet exchange points (IXPs).Currently, Darwin is a key player at DE-CIX GmbH, the largest interconnection platform in the world, where he plays a pivotal role in shaping the global Internet landscape. However, his impact extends far beyond his day job. With an unwavering commitment to fostering Internet growth and accessibility, he dedicates countless hours to volunteering activities with organizations like AFRINIC and the African IXP association.But Darwin's true legacy may lie in his role as the founder of the Angolan Peering Forum, an initiative that aims to bridge the digital divide in his home country. Through this platform, he is paving the way for improved Internet connectivity, fostering collaboration among local stakeholders, and empowering communities to harness the transformative power of the Internet.Darwin Costa is more than just a tech enthusiast; he's a digital visionary, using his expertise and passion to create a more connected, inclusive, and prosperous world – one fiber optic cable at a time.Follow Darwin Costa on social media:https://www.linkedin.com/in/darwin-costa-40b48455/https://twitter.com/DarwinCosta1Follow us on:https://www.africatechtalks.com/https://twitter.com/afri_techtalkshttps://www.instagram.com/africatechtalks/https://www.linkedin.com/company/africa-tech-talksIvo Martins - https://www.ivo-martins.comAndré Cavaco - https://www.linkedin.com/in/andre-cavacoManuel Pinto de Andrade - https://www.linkedin.com/in/manuel-pinto-de-andrade-69a03812/Victor Calhau - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vitor-calhau/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit africatechtalks.substack.com