Unlocking Africa

Episode #51 with Maya Burney,  who is Associate Partner at Caleo Capital, and Founder of Womvest, which is a network of women professionals, investors and entrepreneurs that create value for one another through connections, collaborations, mentorships and investment.At a time when the world needs women change makers, women remain underrepresented in the investment ecosystem and underinvested in as entrepreneurs. Womvest is a platform for ambitious women to connect, collaborate and share experiences. Womvest seeks to encourage the next generation of women to invest in themselves and in one another. What We Discuss With Maya BurneyHow much work remains to be done to address women's underrepresentation in Africa's investment ecosystem and underfunding of women-led businesses?What kinds of business requirements are usually satisfied when businesses turn to you for these loans? What are their main concerns?Can you explain what working capital is and what an affordable rate looks like in South Africa?Why do South African women-led businesses come to you rather than more traditional or established financial institutions?Has the global economic downturn altered your approach or how you conduct business?And much more...Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notesDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss  Why Africa’s Animation Scene Is Booming and Positioning the Continent as the Next Animation Hotspot with Ferdy Adimefe? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamuConnect with Maya on LinkedIn at MayaBurney, and WomvestDo you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk

Episode #50 with Ferdy Adimefe, who is the Founder and CEO of Magic Carpet Studio. an innovation storytelling company committed to transforming the human consciousness by putting authentic African stories on the map.The studio is one of Africa's leading animation, game development, and metaverse studios, and it has played an important role in the development of the continent's animation industry. The studio has contributed to capacity expansion by developing a training and fellowship programme for people interested in animation and game development.What We Discuss With Ferdy AdimefeHow has the Nigerian and African animation industries evolved since your involvement?What were the difficulties in establishing a creative ecosystem for African storytelling?How do you go about finding and nurturing the talent needed to run and grow an animation company like yours?Is there enough opportunity for animation companies to scale and become extremely profitable in Africa?What are some of the difficulties in licencing African animations to companies like Disney and Netflix?And much more...Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notesDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss African Arts, Sports and Culture. Africa's Soft Power: The New Driver of Change on the Continent with Obi Asika? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamuConnect with Ferdy on LinkedIn at FerdyAdimefe, and Twitter @ferdyadimefeDo you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk

Episode #49 with Obi Asika, who is well-known throughout the world for his contributions to Africa's creative industries, entertainment, events, social media, music, and sports. As a result, he has showcased his unique skills as an executive producer on several television shows, including but not limited to Big Brother Nigeria, Doctor's Quarters, Dragons Den Nigeria, The Apprentice Africa, Calabar Rocks, Etisalat One Million Dollar Show, 100% Naija, and Naija Sings.Among other things, Obi is a convener at the Africa Soft Power Project, a member of the board of the Nigerian Olympic Committee, and the co-founder of Social Media Week LagosWhat We Discuss With Obi AsikaAre you surprised by the success of Nigerian music so far?Is it safe to say that Nigerian music, film, and culture are the continents most important exports right now, and do you believe we are fully leveraging their power to propel Africa forward?What does the term "soft power" mean to you?How can Africa strategically use the soft power of its creative, cultural, and knowledge industries?You are also a member of the Nigerian Olympic Committee's Board of Trustees. How did this happen, and what are the board's priorities in terms of supporting Nigerian competitors?And much more...Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notesDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss The Boom in African Art. African Artists and Innovative Platforms Shaking up the Global Art Scene with Onyinye Anyaegbu? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamuConnect with Obi on LinkedIn at ObiAsika, and Twitter @obiasikaDo you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk

Episode #48 with Onyinye Anyaegbu, Executive Director of ARTSPLIT, which is an art trading technology company driven by one common goal; enhancing the investment status of African art by allowing users to co-own rare and valuable artworks on a platform that guarantees price discovery and market liquidity.Their mission is to position African art & artists as the preferred alternative investment choice by developing the African art ecosystem through technology and co-ownership.What We Discuss With Onyinye AnyaegbuWhat would you say about the current state of African art?What are the key distinctions between the new and old African art worlds?Do you think African art is fairly valued?How do you value art in general—and African art in particular—from your point of view?What, in your opinion, has sparked or driven the recent huge surge in interest in African art?And much more...Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notesDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss Using Intelligence and Analysis to Identify True Risks, Trends, and Business Opportunities in Africa with Robert Besseling? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamuConnect with Onyinye on LinkedIn at OnyinyeAnyaegbu, and Twitter @ArtsplitglobalDo you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk

Episode #47 with Robert Besseling, Founder and CEO of Pangea-Risk, which is a specialist intelligence firm providing analysis and forecasts on political, security, and economic risk in Africa and the Middle East.Pangea-Risk has become a leading risk advisory and consultancy with a broad network of clients ranging from DFIs, banks, traders, corporates, and insurers, to governments, counter-terrorism, and military forces worldwide.What We Discuss With Robert BesselingIs Africa as risky as it is frequently portrayed to be based on the work you do?What will Africa's risk profile look like in the near future?What risks does the continent face as a result of the global economic downturn, which is causing rising inflation, depletion of foreign exchange reserves, and depreciation of many African currencies?What countries or regions do you currently see as having the most positive future outlook, and what is driving that?How does Africa fare in terms of risk in comparison to other emerging markets?And much more...Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notesDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss How Podcasting Is Taking Africa by Storm. The Future of Podcasting in Africa with Melissa Mbugua? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamuConnect with Robert on LinkedIn at RobertBesseling, and Twitter @PangeaRiskDo you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk

Episode #46 with Melissa Mbugua who is on a mission to build the new African media. Melissa is also the Co-Director of Africa Podfest.Africa Podfest is an organisation that inspires and elevates African podcasters by showcasing developments in African podcasting, convening community in the new media ecosystem, and increasing the production of high-quality podcasts on the continent and in the diaspora. They also conduct original research on the African podcasting ecosystem in addition to this. What We Discuss With Melissa MbuguaWhat do you see as the future of African media?What role, if any, does podcasting play in the development of African new media?Why has podcasting grown rapidly in Africa in recent years?What are the challenges that African podcasters face that you would not face outside of Africa?What do you believe the true power of podcasting is in Africa?And much more...Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notesDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss Innovative Ways Africa Is Reimagining Remittance Flows. Migration, Remittances and Resilience in Africa with Michael Lawal? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamuConnect with Melissa on LinkedIn at MelissaMbugua, and Twitter @melmbuguaDo you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk

Episode #45 with Michael Lawal who is Founder of sendit.money. A platform that is providing an intuitive, secure, and inexpensive way to send & receive money.Sendit.money is a reverse remittance platform that specialises in transfers to and from immigrant communities in developed countries to emerging markets, and it is growing exponentially year on year. What We Discuss With Michael LawalWhat are the challenges of running an African market-focused business while living in the diaspora?Over the last 5 to 10 years, we've witnessed a mobile money revolution, as well as an increase in companies providing solutions to Africa's financial services challenges. What sets you apart from the other players in the space?Is remittance a genuine problem in Africa, or is it a symptom of something bigger?What are some of the ways people are reimagining financial services in Africa using decentralised finance?You've had a long career in the financial services industry in Africa. How has the industry changed since you got started in it?And much more...Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notesDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss The Tech Accelerator That Is Successfully Investing in Early-Stage Startups in Africa with Arthur Chupeau? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamuConnect with Michael on LinkedIn at MichaelLawal, and Twitter @lawalkayDo you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk

Episode #44 with Arthur Chupeau who provides strategy, growth, product, technology, funding and business advisory to the best start-ups operating from Africa with African founders. Arthur is also Head of Ventures at the Baobab Network.The Baobab Network is an accelerator that backs early-stage technology start-ups in Africa, providing entrepreneurs with funding, support and a global platform to scale their business.What We Discuss With Arthur Chupeau In Africa, there appears to be a greater emphasis on commercial flows and trade rather than the old aid/development model. What is the significance of this, and what effect has it had thus far?Is Africa the future?What are the real pragmatic opportunities for venture capital in Africa?You have access to a wealth of information and realities about true opportunities as a result of your work. What does it mean to work in Africa's VC space, particularly at the pre-seed stage?There are numerous opportunities in Africa's startup ecosystem, but it is clear that four major markets attract the vast majority of deals. What distinguishes these four markets from others, such as sector differences, consumer behaviour, and so on.And much more...Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notesDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss Creating a Tech-Enabled Marketplace That Helps Africa’s Most Promising Startups Find Funding and Grow with Debo Omololu? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamuConnect with Arthur Chupeau on LinkedIn at ArthurChupeau, and Twitter @ArtChupsDo you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk

Episode #43 with Debo Omololu who is an Intrapreneur & Entrepreneur with two decades of experience in business development, market research & venture capital. He is also the CEO & Co-Founder at GetFundedAfrica.GetFundedAfrica's mission is to help Africa’s most promising startups find funding, grow & solve society’s greatest challenges. They do this through a media portal - GetFundedAfrica News; a learning portal - REMSANA; and an investment arm - GFA VenturesWhat We Discuss With Debo Omololu GetFundedAfrica connects African startups with investors, corporate partners, and mentors. How did you determine that such a platform or service was required?You've spent more than 17 years working in the African startup scene. Since you got involved, how have things changed?More founders are becoming funders in Africa's startup scene. What is the significance of this transition, and why is it so important?The success of your platform depends on the strength of your network. Could you please explain how you went about creating your network and how you use it to enhance the platform?Which international markets, in your opinion, are showing the most interest in the African startup space?And much more...Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notesDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss Why It Is Essential to Have the Right Legal Structure in Place When Doing Business in Africa with Amne Suedi? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamuConnect with Debo Omololu on LinkedIn at DeboOmololu, and Twitter @DebolaOmololuDo you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk

Episode #42 with Amne Suedi who is an Investment Adviser, International Lawyer, and Director of Shikana Group, a leading legal and investment advisory firm specialising in East African foreign investments.What We Discuss With Amne SuediDo you believe Africa is as risky as it is sometimes portrayed?What are some of the nuances or challenges in East Africa's legal system that you won't find anywhere else?Which type of legal structure would you recommend to international businesses looking to invest in Africa in order to give them the best protection?What are the dangers of not having adequate legal protection when doing business?What advice would you give to people looking to invest in Africa from a legal perspective?And much more...Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notesDid you miss my previous episode where I discuss How Sustainable Circular Economies are transforming African Communities with Olivier Vanden Eynde? Make sure to check it out!Like this show? Please leave us a review here -- even one sentence helps!Connect with Terser on LinkedIn at TerserAdamu, and Twitter @TerserAdamuConnect with Amne Suedi on LinkedIn at AmneSuedi, and Twitter @amnesuediDo you want to do business in Africa? Explore the vast business opportunities in African markets and increase your success with ETK Group. Connect with us at www.etkgroup.co.uk or reach out via email at info@etkgroup.co.uk