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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.

Meet Millie Bulbeck: an extraordinary tech entrepreneur, startup strategist & visionary. Her journey, from academic success to empowering women's health through tech, is inspiring. As Director at Uncover, she led a 1000% revenue rise, expanded markets, & supported eco-friendly period care startups. Millie's passion lies in revolutionizing women's lives with tech-enabled solutions, confronting taboos, and addressing global disparities. Her story embodies empowerment and innovation in femtech.

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.

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.

Entrepreneur Arnold Kwizera shares practical insights on business development, marketing strategies, and crafting elevator pitches. He emphasizes fundamental elements crucial for business growth and discusses Norrsken's impact on Africa's startup ecosystem, previewing Norrsken Africa Week. Drawing from his CNBC experience, Arnold stresses persistence and resilience in entrepreneurship, offering valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Meet Tobenna, a determined engineer whose tech journey from Nigeria, Cyprus, Canada and finally to Kenya is a tale of resilience and seizing opportunities. From childhood curiosity to founding engineer at AI Care, his story inspires with passion, persistence, and a drive to invest in meaningful projects. A testament to achieving success through hard work and aligning personal goals with company missions.

In this episode, Naomi Mwangi shares her inspiring journey as a Safaricom software engineer, participating in hackathons like IBM Kiskit and Microsoft Game of Learners. Her early interest in tech, supportive lecturer, and determination to pursue computer science are highlighted. Naomi's success at Safaricom while studying shows the power of seizing opportunities in tech.

Discover David Kimani's captivating journey as an artist navigating the cryptoverse. Overcoming obstacles, he found inspiration from local Bitcoin exchanges, leading to substantial profits. Juggling freelance design and Bitcoin, he pursued a master’s in art design. His struggles with fund transfers birthed Afrex, a pioneering digital asset platform. David's tale embodies creativity and the boundless fusion of art and technology.

Assane's journey from Senegal to Morocco to Switzerland and then to the forefront of cybersecurity in Africa reflects resilience, seizing opportunities, and nurturing digital and cybersecurity capacities in the continent. His work at CMU Africa and CyLab Africa underscores his commitment to fortifying cybersecurity in emerging economies.

Discover Clare Korir's transformative journey from a surprising shift in studies at Columbia University to becoming the Director of Product at Moringa School. Delve into her experiences in New York, emphasizing the importance of community support for international students. Explore Moringa School's values, courses, and impressive 70% post-graduation employment success. Clare's inspiring story showcases the pivotal role of education in shaping Africa's tech landscape.

Meet Alfred Wanjau, a tech trailblazer whose journey from priesthood dreams to programming exemplifies seizing opportunities. As CTO and CFO of Huuza Quest Limited, he connects people with culture through custom games, showing the rewards and challenges of entrepreneurship. Alfred's story highlights the power of passion and resilience in achieving remarkable success.