VALUABLE STORIES
DEFINING THE TECH INDUSTRY.

In the Season 2 finale, Rhoda King’ori recounts her journey with Zydii, a digital training platform for Africa's workforce. She shares the highs and lows of managing a startup and her vision of empowering future entrepreneurs. Rhoda's passion for mentorship and using AI for knowledge management is a game changer for the African startup ecosystem.

Wanjiru Mwoka shares her shift into the Web3 space, discussing biases in the industry and the importance of learning at your own pace. She advises aspiring professionals to build strong online presences and embrace new opportunities. Her story highlights commitment, resilience, and self-compassion in navigating the evolving tech landscape.

Gerald Black, partner at Black Ops and podcast host, dives into the challenges FinTech startups face in Africa. He shares his insights on networking, mentorship, and building resilient businesses in the African tech space. His experience and advice offer invaluable lessons for aspiring tech entrepreneurs and operators.

Robert Wekesa, Head of Training at Power Learn Project, discusses training one million software developers across Africa through their hybrid 16-week program. He highlights the importance of project-based learning and shares the success stories of graduates who are building startups. His advice: always be open to learning.

Mercy Thira shares her unconventional path from typewriters to tech. Overcoming societal expectations, a web hosting internship sparked her coding passion, leading her to Moringa's bootcamp. Now a CTO, she mentors other women, proving that tech isn't limited by gender. Her journey emphasizes persistence and defying odds.

Discover Kosen Kenta's dynamic career journey, transitioning from law to becoming the Program Manager at Antler, East Africa. Uncover insights into Antler's role as a day zero investor and its commitment to diverse entrepreneurs driving global progress. Kenta's story highlights adaptability and continuous learning, offering valuable lessons for startups seeking funding in Africa.

Discover Michael Munavu's journey from telecommunications to tech through a love for magic and coding. Partnering with high school friend Kimutai, they tackle tech complexities at Moringa School, emphasizing the power of collaboration. With over 10 hackathon wins, Michael's focus on impactful products shines. His current ventures include a health data-focused patient management system and a creative event song request system, showcasing his innovative spirit in technology.

Meet Kimutai, a software developer. He discusses his journey from exploring different fields to finding his passion for programming in university. He talks about the challenges and rewards of self-teaching and hackathons, and shares his future goals in tech and entrepreneurship. Kimutai inspires listeners to embrace their unique paths and persevere in the tech industry.

Stacey Njimu's tech journey from Nairobi to global success. Her passion for finance began early, leading to accolades and a scholarship at Strathmore University. She embraced entrepreneurship and data science, becoming a project manager and international moderator. Through ups and downs, she taught forex during the pandemic, inspiring others to learn and grow.