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DEFINING THE TECH INDUSTRY.

Alice Kanjejo's tech industry and podcasting journey began with a passion for spoken word, inspiring her YouTube channel. Now a content and PR lead for a Kenyan fintech startup, she founded "My Tech Story," a podcast sharing insightful tech tales to a broad audience. Join her on this creative, passionate, and determined success story.

Join Evans on "My Tech Story" for an inspiring journey of a software engineer's path to success. From humble beginnings, he navigated challenges, emphasizing the impact of small moments and the importance of aligning careers with personal values. Discover transformative insights and triumphs in the tech industry.

Patricia Wanjira, a passionate product marketer and the marketing and coms lead at Chumz IO, shares her remarkable journey of impact and adaptability. Her story inspires listeners to pursue their passions, adapt to change, and embrace the journey of discovering their own tech stories in Africa.

Kennedy Calvins, an individual who defies expectations and overcomes challenges to make his mark in the world of coding. We witness the ups and downs of Kennedy's path, highlighting the valuable lessons embedded within his story. Despite the lack of 'formal coding' education,

Join us for a compelling episode featuring Ariane, a Carnegie Mellon University Africa student, as she shares her journey from self-doubt to triumph in data science. Amidst a pandemic, she overcame skepticism, achieving a remarkable GPA. Explore her insights on authenticity in university applications, data collection experiences, and the evolving field of data science in Africa. Ariane's advice to aspiring individuals adds a motivational touch to this powerful narrative of perseverance.

From aspiring priest to Director at TechnoServe, Sildio's path defied expectations. Overcoming obstacles, he pursued computer science, excelling at Carnegie Mellon University. Now, a tech leader, Sildio drives impactful initiatives in Africa and Latin America. Certified as a Project Management Professional, with an Executive MBA and a Master's in IT from CMU, he advocates for self-reliance, emphasizing the power of technology for societal transformation. Tune in for a story of resilience, innovation, and African empowerment.

Dominic Mulinda, the Product Success Lead at fintech HoneyCoin, shares his product management journey. Previously CPO at a Nairobi software firm, he emphasizes learning from mistakes, acknowledging biases, and creating value for users. His advice for tech newcomers: stay informed, forge partnerships, and embrace challenges.

Gabriel Mbugua, a passionate and innovative software engineer, traces his journey from gaming enthusiast to successful coder. Overcoming challenges and imposter syndrome, he emphasizes dedication to coding beyond a nine-to-five job. Guided by mentors, he values adaptability and problem-solving. Now working at HoneyCoin, his determination landed him a dream job at Safaricom.

Explore the inspiring journey of Dr. Yvette Underdue Murph, from humble beginnings in NYC to her role at Carnegie Mellon University Africa. Discover her path through banking, crisis, and rediscovery of her passion for education. Uncover her leadership style shaped by diverse experiences, and her mission in Rwanda promoting diversity and inclusion. Learn about the university's impact, scholarship initiatives, and its role in educating the next generation of African tech leaders. Join us for a glimpse into graduate programs and Dr. Yvette's commitment to supporting students.