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FATHOM with AnysieEP 33: Thomas Njeru: On leaving the prestige of the Big 4, pursuing impact, and scaling Pula across 18 countriesSend us a textIn this conversation, I sit down with Thomas Njeru, co-founder and CEO of Pula Advisors, to unpack his remarkable journey from growing up on a farm in rural Kenya to becoming an actuary, rising to director at Deloitte, and ultimately walking away from the corporate world to build for impact. We discuss how he co-founded Pula to provide agricultural insurance for smallholder farmers, scaling it to 18 countries and reaching over 20 million farmers. Thomas shares hard-earned lessons on building a resilient team, navigating expansion across continents, and what it really takes to raise a $20...2025-06-241h 20
FATHOM with AnysieEP 33: Thomas Njeru: On leaving the prestige of the Big 4, pursuing impact, and scaling Pula across 18 countriesIn this conversation, I sit down with Thomas Njeru, co-founder and CEO of Pula Advisors, to unpack his remarkable journey from growing up on a farm in rural Kenya to becoming an actuary, rising to director at Deloitte, and ultimately walking away from the corporate world to build for impact. We discuss how he co-founded Pula to provide agricultural insurance for smallholder farmers, scaling it to 18 countries and reaching over 20 million farmers. Thomas shares hard-earned lessons on building a resilient team, navigating expansion across continents, and what it really takes to raise a $20 million Series B in a tough...2025-06-231h 20
FATHOM with AnysieEP 32: Fred Swaniker: On educating 3 million Africans, lessons from being an 8x founder, and his move beyond education into AI and dataIn this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur and visionary leader Fred Swaniker. He takes us through his remarkable journey from growing up in Botswana to founding eight institutions that operate at both continental and global scale. We explore the experiences that shaped his path, what he has learned from building mission-driven organizations, how to build meaningful relationships, and why your reputation is one of your greatest assets. Fred also shares honest, practical advice to African entrepreneurs and reflects on what it takes to build ventures that last on the continent. Fred Swaniker is the Founder and CEO of...2025-06-092h 00
FATHOM with AnysieEP 32: Fred Swaniker: On educating 3 million Africans, lessons from being an 8x founder, and his move beyond education into AI and dataSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with entrepreneur and visionary leader Fred Swaniker. He takes us through his remarkable journey from growing up in Botswana to founding eight institutions that operate at both continental and global scale. We explore the experiences that shaped his path, what he has learned from building mission-driven organizations, how to build meaningful relationships, and why your reputation is one of your greatest assets. Fred also shares honest, practical advice to African entrepreneurs and reflects on what it takes to build ventures that last on the continent. Fred Swaniker...2025-06-092h 00
FATHOM with AnysieEP 31: Tesh Mbaabu: Lessons from Raising $40M, Losing his Most Successful Business, and Bouncing Back with his New Venture, Chptr.In this episode, I sit down with Tesh Mbaabu, a serial technology entrepreneur dedicated to blending commerce and technology. We discuss the experiences that shaped his entrepreneurial journey, the highs and lows of building businesses, navigating failure, and finding the resilience to start again.Tesh is the Co-founder and CEO of Chpter, an AI-powered conversational commerce platform that helps businesses sell more on social platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram by automating conversations, marketing, and payments.Before Chpter, he co-founded and led MarketForce, a B2B commerce marketplace that enabled...2025-02-171h 24
FATHOM with AnysieEP 31: Tesh Mbaabu: Lessons from Raising $40M, Losing his Most Successful Business, and Bouncing Back with his New Venture, Chptr.Send us a textIn this episode, I sit down with Tesh Mbaabu, a serial technology entrepreneur dedicated to blending commerce and technology. We discuss the experiences that shaped his entrepreneurial journey, the highs and lows of building businesses, navigating public failure, and finding the resilience to start again.Tesh is the Co-founder and CEO of Chpter, an AI-powered conversational commerce platform that helps businesses sell more on social platforms like WhatsApp and Instagram by automating conversations, marketing, and payments.Before Chpter, he co-founded and led MarketForce, a B2B commerce marketplace that...2025-02-171h 24
FATHOM with AnysieEP 30: Clare Akamanzi: On maximizing opportunities she was given, leading the Rwanda Development Board, and her new adventure with NBA AfricaIn the next episode, I sit down with Clare Akamanzi, the CEO of NBA Africa and former CEO of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB). Clare’s leadership is an inspiration to many and her impact is felt across across Rwanda and the continent.
During her six and a half years at RDB, she spearheaded Rwanda's economic transformation by driving private sector growth and implementing significant business reforms. Under her leadership, Rwanda secured strategic partnerships with global brands like Arsenal FC, Paris Saint-Germain FC, FC Bayern Munich, and TIME Magazine.
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FATHOM with AnysieEP 30: Clare Akamanzi: On maximizing opportunities she was given, leading the Rwanda Development Board, and her new adventure with NBA AfricaSend us a textIn the next episode, I sit down with Clare Akamanzi, the CEO of NBA Africa and former CEO of the Rwanda Development Board (RDB). Clare’s leadership is an inspiration across Rwanda and the continent, with her impact felt across multiple sectors.During her six and a half years at RDB, she spearheaded Rwanda's economic transformation by driving private sector growth and implementing significant business reforms. Under her leadership, Rwanda secured strategic partnerships with global brands like Arsenal FC, Paris Saint-Germain FC, FC Bayern Munich, and TIME Magazine.Now, as...2025-01-281h 05
FATHOM with AnysieEP 29: Lydia K.M. : On relocating to the continent to build the life of her dreams, and her commitment to inspire the next generation to take action and live with intentionIn this conversation, I sit down with Lydia K.M., a wellness and lifestyle content creator, award-winning podcaster, entrepreneur, and dedicated mental health advocate. With a background in law and extensive experience as a content creator, she combines practical insights with genuine empathy to guide audiences on their journey to well-being. Her content spans mindful living tips, mental health discussions, and lifestyle hacks, offering a curated space for fostering a balanced and joyful life.
Driven by a mission to make wellness a lifestyle accessible to all, Lydia founded Kagi Wellness, a company that provides products and services...2025-01-201h 22
FATHOM with AnysieEP 29: Lydia K.M. : On relocating to the continent to build the life of her dreams, and her commitment to inspire the next generation to take action and live with intentionSend us a textIn this conversation, I sit down with Lydia K.M., a wellness and lifestyle content creator, award-winning podcaster, entrepreneur, and dedicated mental health advocate. With a background in law and extensive experience as a content creator, she combines practical insights with genuine empathy to guide audiences on their journey to well-being. Her content spans mindful living tips, mental health discussions, and lifestyle hacks, offering a curated space for fostering a balanced and joyful life.Driven by a mission to make wellness a lifestyle accessible to all, Lydia founded Kagi Wellness, a...2025-01-201h 22
FATHOM with AnysieEP 28: Julia Gaitho: On finding purpose in creative pursuits, building Over25, and her path to authenticityIn this episode, I sit down with creator extraordinaire Julia Gaitho, a podcaster, producer, digital content creator, and marketing professional. During her career in corporate Kenya, Julia discovered a passion for storytelling, which led to the creation of an award-winning YouTube channel that opened numerous doors for her.
Julia is the producer behind two well-known podcasts in the region, So This Is Love and It's Related, I Promise. She is also the founder of Over25, a popular Kenyan YouTube channel and brand that featured four women engaging in candid conversations on topics such as relationships, careers, and...2025-01-131h 48
FATHOM with AnysieEP 28: Julia Gaitho: On finding purpose in creative pursuits, building Over25, and her path to authenticitySend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with creator extraordinaire Julia Gaitho, a podcaster, producer, digital content creator, and marketing professional. During her career in corporate Kenya, Julia discovered a passion for storytelling, which led to the creation of an award-winning YouTube channel that opened numerous doors for her.Julia is the producer behind two well-known podcasts in the region, So This Is Love and It's Related, I Promise. She is also the founder of Over25, a popular Kenyan YouTube channel and brand that featured four...2025-01-131h 48
FATHOM with AnysieEP 27: Huguette Umutoni: Her work of guiding Heads of States and industry icons to champion education and how she leverages her superpower of facilitating meaningful connections for good.Send us a textHello everyone,We are back!I am excited to introduce my next guest, Huguette Umutoni, a skilled partnership facilitator with experience at prestigious institutions such as the World Bank and the World Economic Forum.As Champion Lead for the Global Partnership for Education, Huguette advises Heads of State and celebrities on advocating for education policy and securing financing, with a particular focus on ensuring equitable access to education for girls. She also co-founded a consulting firm specializing in high-level government relations, social impact initiatives, and connecting Africa’s...2024-11-251h 36
FATHOM with AnysieEP 27: Huguette Umutoni: Her work of guiding Heads of States and industry icons to champion education and how she leverages her superpower of facilitating meaningful connections for good.Hello everyone,
We are back!
I am excited to introduce my next guest, Huguette Umutoni, a skilled partnership facilitator with experience at prestigious institutions such as the World Bank and the World Economic Forum.
As Champion Lead for the Global Partnership for Education, Huguette advises Heads of State and celebrities on advocating for education policy and securing financing, with a particular focus on ensuring equitable access to education for girls. She also co-founded a consulting firm specializing in high-level government relations, social impact initiatives, and connecting Africa’s creative industries to the global st...2024-11-251h 36
FATHOM with AnysieEP 26: Bien Aimé Baraza: On being Sauti Sol’s lead singer, the highs and lows of his new solo career, and his ambition of going globalIn this episode, I sit down with one of my all time favorite artists, Bien Aimé Baraza also known as Bien, an internationally acclaimed Afro-pop artist hailing from Kenya and a former lead singer of a band that we all know and love, Sauti Sol. Bien is now successful solo artist who is making waves with his voice and art across the globe.
Bien and the Sauti Sol quartet released several albums that became international hits such as Sol Filosofia, Live and Die in Afrika, and a personal favorite Midnight Train. Sauti Sol received local and intern...2024-08-141h 14
FATHOM with AnysieEP 26: Bien Aimé Baraza: On being Sauti Sol’s lead singer, the highs and lows of his new solo career, and his ambition of going globalSend us a textIn this episode, I sit down with one of my all time favorite artists, Bien Aimé Baraza also known as Bien, an internationally acclaimed Afro-pop artist hailing from Kenya and a former lead singer of a band that we all know and love, Sauti Sol. Bien is now successful solo artist who is making waves with his voice and art across the globe. Bien and the Sauti Sol quartet released several albums that became international hits such as Sol Filosofia, Live and Die in Afrika, and a personal favorite Midnight Train. Sau...2024-08-141h 14
FATHOM with AnysieEP 25: Tonee Ndungu: On pitching to Bill Gates, Building an EdTech company for a decade, and his goal of building a Unicorn fintech companyIn the next episode, I have one of the best conversations I have had so far on the podcast with Kenyan entrepreneur extraordinaire, Tonee Ndungu. We discussing his recent experience of pitching his EdTech company, Kytabu, to Bill Gates and the journey that has led him to share his story on global stages.
Tonee is the founder of Kytabu, an innovative education technology company dedicated to transforming the way students, educators, and schools access and engage with educational content. Tonee is also an avid tech-preneur with a good number of companies under his belt including Nailab KE. 2024-08-071h 53
FATHOM with AnysieEP 25: Tonee Ndungu: On pitching to Bill Gates, Building an EdTech company for a decade, and his goal of building a Unicorn fintech companySend us a textIn the conversation below, I have one of the best conversations I have enjoyed so far on the podcast with a Kenyan entrepreneur called Tonee Ndungu. He is fresh off pitching to Bill Gates, an experience that we discuss in detail and the journey that has led him to share his story on global stages. Tonee is the founder and innovation architect behind Kytabu, an innovative education technology company dedicated to transforming the way students, educators, and schools access and engage with educational content. Tonee is also an avid t...2024-08-071h 53
FATHOM with AnysieEP 24: Vimbai Masiyiwa: Her journey of being a luxury tourism entrepreneur, a mental health advocate, a cancer survivor, and business and life lessons from her father.In my next conversation I sit down with the graceful and brilliant business woman, Vimbai Masiyiwa. She is the executive director of Batoka Hospitality, the first black, female-owned safari lodge group in Africa, a company she co-founded with her mother Tsitsi Masiyiwa.
Their project, Zambezi Sands River Lodge, a safari lodge nestled on the western end of the Zambezi National Park and about an hour from Victoria Falls is a luxurious testament to community-led initiatives centered about women empowerment. Batoka Hospitality is a luxury eco-tourism and community development group.
Beyond her business endeavors, Vimbai openly...2024-07-311h 06
FATHOM with AnysieEP 24: Vimbai Masiyiwa: Her journey of being a luxury tourism entrepreneur, a mental health advocate, a cancer survivor, and business and life lessons from her father.Send us a textVimbai Masiyiwa is the executive director of Batoka Hospitality, the first black, female-owned safari lodge group in Africa.She co-founded the company with her mother Tsitsi Masiyiwa. Their project, Zambezi Sands River Lodge, a safari lodge nestled on the western end of the Zambezi National Park and about an hour from Victoria Falls is a luxurious testament to community-led initiatives centered about women empowerment. Batoka Hospitality is a luxury eco-tourism and community development group.Vimbai holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from US Bryant University, as...2024-07-311h 06
FATHOM with AnysieEP 23: Israel Bimpe: From Leading a Student Organization to Leading Africa's Largest Govtech Company: Insights on Strategic Living and Playing the Long GameSend us a textIn the next episode, I have a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Israel Bimpe about his unconventional and eclectic career path. Israel is the CEO of Irembo, a Rwandan technology company specializing in Govtech and Fintech products. IremboGov, Irembo’s flagship product, serves as Rwanda's main government services portal, digitizing over 100 government services. Before becoming CEO, Israel served on Irembo's Board of Directors.Prior to his role at Irembo, Israel was the Director of Africa Go-To-Market at Zipline, where he spearheaded the expansion of Zipline's services across the continent. He also ma...2024-07-232h 33
FATHOM with AnysieEP 23: Israel Bimpe: From Leading a Student Organization to Leading Africa's Largest Govtech Company: Insights on Strategic Living and Playing the Long GameIn the next episode, I have a heartfelt and inspiring conversation with Israel Bimpe about his unconventional and eclectic career path. Israel is the CEO of Irembo, a Rwandan technology company specializing in Govtech and Fintech products. IremboGov, Irembo’s flagship product, serves as Rwanda's main government services portal, digitizing over 100 government services. Before becoming CEO, Israel served on Irembo's Board of Directors.
Prior to his role at Irembo, Israel was the Director of Africa Go-To-Market at Zipline, where he spearheaded the expansion of Zipline's services across the continent. He also made history as th...2024-07-232h 33
FATHOM with AnysieEP 22: Georgie Ndirangu: His Unconventional Journey to Becoming a Global Moderator, His Next Big Chapter, and Pursuing a Life of FulfillmentSend us a textIn this next episode, I sit down with Georgie Ndirangu, a global moderator and a curator of the brand Georgie Ndirangu. With a stellar career spanning the BBC, CNBC Africa, and Forbes Africa, Georgie has earned accolades such as the Rwandan Journalist of the Year award. His remarkable journey includes captivating interviews with global business leaders and heads of states. In the agency sector, he has been part of the team driving transformative projects for renowned clients like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Evercare, and TPG, across diverse regions—Africa, Asia, the...2024-05-061h 37
FATHOM with AnysieEP 22: Georgie Ndirangu: His Unconventional Journey to Becoming a Global Moderator, His Next Big Chapter, and Pursuing a Life of FulfillmentIn this next episode, I sit down with Georgie Ndirangu, a global moderator and a curator of the brand Georgie Ndirangu. With a stellar career spanning the BBC, CNBC Africa, and Forbes Africa, Georgie has earned accolades such as the Rwandan Journalist of the Year award.
His remarkable journey includes captivating interviews with global business leaders and heads of states. In the agency sector, he has been part of the team driving transformative projects for renowned clients like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Evercare, and TPG, across diverse regions—Africa, Asia, the Middle East, and the UK. Mo...2024-05-061h 37
FATHOM with AnysieEP 21: Just Ivy Africa: On building wealth in Africa, lessons from Over25, and the power of betting on yourself!In this conversation I sit down with Just Ivy Africa, an award-winning marketer, content creator, digital entrepreneur, and investor. We discuss the experience that have shaped her life and career to date, and the decision she made to fully bet on herself- a decision that is already paying dividends.
Just Ivy is the founder of Movers' Society- a community that enables people to access financial literacy without spending too much money and a platform for people to hold each other accountable to achieve their financial goals. Ivy has recently established investment club and in...2024-02-221h 25
FATHOM with AnysieEP 21: Just Ivy Africa: On building wealth in Africa, lessons from Over25, and the power of betting on yourself!Send us a textIn this conversation I sit down with Just Ivy Africa, an award-winning marketer, content creator, digital entrepreneur, and investor. We discuss the experience that have shaped her life and career to date, and the decision she made to fully bet on herself- a decision that is already paying dividends. Just Ivy is the founder of Movers' Society- a community that enables people to access financial literacy without spending too much money and a platform for people to hold each other accountable to achieve their financial goals. Ivy has recently established investment c...2024-02-221h 25
FATHOM with AnysieEP 20: Charlot Magayi: Her journey from teen mom to raising millions in funding to build Mukuru Clean StovesSend us a textIn this conversation I sit with the one and only, Charlot Magayi who is the Founder of Mukuru Clean Stoves- a clean cooking company that repurposes locally sourced waste metal to manufacture improved, efficient, and reliable cookstoves. In this episode, we discuss her childhood experiences growing up in one of the largest slum in Kenya, losing both her parents by the age of 10, and her experience of becoming a teen mom at 16.Despite facing incredible setbacks early on in life, Charlot has gone on to accomplish the unthinkable including winning the...2024-02-071h 28
FATHOM with AnysieEP 20: Charlot Magayi: Her journey from teen mom to raising millions in funding to build Mukuru Clean Stoves .In this conversation I sit with the one and only, Charlot Magayi who is the Founder of Mukuru Clean Stoves- a clean cooking company that repurposes locally sourced waste metal to manufacture improved, efficient, and reliable cookstoves. In this episode, we discuss her childhood experiences growing up in one of the largest slum in Kenya, losing both her parents by the age of 10, and her experience of becoming a teen mom at 16.
Despite facing incredible setbacks early on in life, Charlot has gone on to accomplish the unthinkable including winning the Earthshot prize in 2022 an award started...2024-02-071h 28
FATHOM with AnysieEP 19: Pelumi Nubi: On exploring the world fearlessly, traveling to 80 countries, and living successfully with dyslexia.Send us a textHappy New Year, FATHOM friends! In this conversation, I sit with a sister and friend of mine, Pelumi Nubi, who is a purpose-driven travel content creator and connector who thrives on exploring less commonly visited countries, currently living in Dubai. Calling both the UK and Nigeria home, while having ventured to 80 countries across 6 continents, her engaging content inspires her community to embrace life with fearlessness and embody true freedom. She is committed to showing that travel can be safe, easy, and achievable, particularly for Black women who want to travel solo.2024-01-241h 18
FATHOM with AnysieEP 19: Pelumi Nubi: On exploring the world fearlessly, traveling to 80 countries, and living successfully with dyslexia.Happy New Year, FATHOM friends!
In this conversation, I sit with a sister and friend of mine, Pelumi Nubi, who is a purpose-driven travel content creator and connector who thrives on exploring less commonly visited countries, currently living in Dubai. Calling both the UK and Nigeria home, while having ventured to 80 countries across 6 continents, her engaging content inspires her community to embrace life with fearlessness and embody true freedom. She is committed to showing that travel can be safe, easy, and achievable, particularly for Black women who want to travel solo.
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FATHOM with AnysieEP 18: Dieuveil Malonga: On elevating African gastronomy at the Meza Malonga Lab, being the youngest chef on Top Chef France, and cooking for A$AP Rocky.In this episode, I sit with Chef extraordinaire, Dieuveil Malonga, to discuss his mission of elevating Afro fusion cuisine on the global scene. Chef Malonga is one of the senior exponents of Afro-fusion cuisine, a subtle mélange of tradition and modernity, a culinary bridge between African flavors and Western cooking. His gastronomy career started at three different prestigious Michelin starred restaurants in Germany—Schote, Life, and Aqua, and now his ambition is to write a new story of gastronomy which has its roots in Africa.
His work is increasingly receiving global recognition and he is freq...2023-11-301h 05
FATHOM with AnysieEP 18: Dieuveil Malonga: On elevating African gastronomy at the Meza Malonga Lab, being the youngest chef on Top Chef France, and cooking for A$AP Rocky.Send us a textIn this episode, I sit with Chef extraordinaire, Dieuveil Malonga, to discuss his mission of elevating Afro fusion cuisine on the global scene. Chef Malonga is one of the senior exponents of Afro-fusion cuisine, a subtle mélange of tradition and modernity, a culinary bridge between African flavors and Western cooking. His gastronomy career started at three different prestigious Michelin starred restaurants in Germany—Schote, Life, and Aqua, and now his ambition is to write a new story of gastronomy which has its roots in Africa. His work is increasingly receiving glob...2023-11-301h 05
FATHOM with AnysieEP 17: Iris Irumva: On how to be a leader at any level, writing her first book, and her intentional journey to the woman she is today.In this episode, I sit with coach extraordinaire, Iris Irumva, to discuss her leadership journey that she started at a young age and the packed lessons she carries with her. We discuss the journey of writing her first book titled: Lead Your Way Up, her inspiration, her process, and her hopes for the book. We speak about circumstances that shaped her growing up in her family of origin, being educated in other countries, and how all of that have formed her character and work ethic today.
We delve into the book and she helps us understand why...2023-10-251h 11
FATHOM with AnysieEP 17: Iris Irumva: On how to be a leader at any level, writing her first book, and her intentional journey to the woman she is today.Send us a textIn this episode, I sit with coach extraordinaire, Iris Irumva, to discuss her leadership journey that she started at a young age and the lessons she has learned on her journey. We discuss the journey of writing her first book titled: Lead Your Way Up, her inspiration, her process, and all the lessons in between. We speak about circumstances that shaped her growing up in family, being educated in other countries, and how that has formed her character and work ethic today. We delve into the book and she helps us u...2023-10-251h 11
FATHOM with AnysieEP 16: Wode Maya: On building a mega YouTube brand, showcasing Africa through travel, and living for a purpose that is greater than himself.In this episode, I sit with Wode Maya, the mega YouTube influencer who showcases African people and places through travel. We discuss his journey from growing up in rural Ghana, to being an honor roll aeronautical engineering student in China, and to later becoming the influential YouTuber that he is today.
Wode has had massive impact in reshaping the narrative of the African continent and he has encouraged numerous people to explore the continent and see its people and cultures in a more positive light. We discuss the importance of honoring one's calling and...2023-10-021h 16
FATHOM with AnysieEP 16: Wode Maya: On building a mega YouTube brand, showcasing Africa through travel, and living for a purpose that is greater than himself.Send us a textIn this episode, I sit with Wode Maya, the mega YouTube influencer who showcases African people and places through travel. We discuss his journey from growing up in rural Ghana, to being an honor roll aeronautical engineering student in China, and to later becoming the influential YouTuber that he is today. Wode has had massive impact in reshaping the narrative of the African continent and he has encouraged numerous people to explore the continent and see its people and cultures in a more positive light. We discuss the i...2023-10-021h 16
FATHOM with AnysieEP 15: Theo Baloyi: On building the Mega Sneaker brand that is Bathu, quitting a lucrative career at PWC, and his commitment to uplift the township he comes from.In this episode, I sit with none other than Theo Baloyi, the founder and owner of Bathu, a sneaker brand that is proudly African. We talk about his experience growing up in one of South Africa's most impoverished townships, Alexandra, and how that experience has shaped his outlook on life and his commitment to give back.
We talk about him achieving his dream of working for PWC, and working for the firm in the middle East, only to quit it when the bigger mission of building Bathu called.
We delve into the journey of building...2023-09-301h 16
FATHOM with AnysieEP 15: Theo Baloyi: On building the Mega Sneaker brand that is Bathu, quitting a lucrative career at PWC, and his commitment to uplift the township he comes from.Send us a textIn this episode, I sit with none other than Theo Baloyi, the founder and owner of Bathu, a sneaker brand that is proudly African. We talk about his experience growing up in one of South Africa's most impoverished townships, Alexander, and how that experience has shaped his outlook on life and his commitment to give back.We talk about him achieving his dream of working for PWC, and working for the firm in the middle East, only to quit it when the bigger mission of building Bathu called.We...2023-09-301h 16
FATHOM with AnysieEP 14: Obinna Ukwuani: On being a purposeful serial achiever, formation years at an Ivy league university, and to becoming a leader at one of the largest bank in Africa.In this episode, I sit with Obinna Ukwuani, a bank executive and multi-sector entrepreneur to discuss his journey to where he is to date. We discuss being a multipotentialite- a trait that has led him to creating many different ventures in different fields ranging from agriculture to education, and to developing interests ranging from engineering to economics. We discuss business topics ranging from raising money, to being a person worthy of being trusted by investors, to managing severed relationships when things go wrong.
We delve into his recent experience as the Chief Digital Officer...2023-09-121h 31
FATHOM with AnysieEP 14: Obinna Ukwuani: On being a purposeful serial achiever, formation years at an Ivy league university, and to becoming a leader at one of the largest bank in Africa.Send us a textIn this episode, I sit with Obinna Ukwuani, a bank executive and multi-sector entrepreneur to discuss his journey to where he is to date. We discuss being a multipotentialite- a trait that has led him to creating many different ventures in different fields ranging from agriculture to education, and to developing interests ranging from engineering to economics. We discuss business topics ranging from raising money, to being a person worthy of being trusted by investors, to managing severed relationships when things go wrong. We delve into his recent e...2023-09-121h 31
FATHOM with AnysieEP 13: Kévine Kagirimpundu: On building UZURI K&Y- a household footwear brand, shaping the shoemaking industry in Rwanda, and expanding the business beyond borders.In this week's episode, I sit down with entrepreneur extraordinaire, Kevine Kagirimpundu, to discuss her 10 year journey of building UZURI K&Y with her co-founder Ysolde Shimwe.
We discuss the clarity she had to be in fashion early on even though she had scholarships to pursue other more socially acceptable paths. It has always been her mission to employ more women and create opportunities for those who might not naturally have many, and she now gets to live her mission through UZURI K&Y.
UZURI K&Y is an eco-friendly footwear brand...2023-08-151h 27
FATHOM with AnysieEP 13: Kévine Kagirimpundu: On building UZURI K&Y- a household footwear brand, shaping the shoemaking industry in Rwanda, and expanding the business beyond borders.Send us a textIn this week's episode, I sit down with entrepreneur extraordinaire, Kevine Kagirimpundu, to discuss her 10 year journey of building UZURI K&Y with her co-founder Ysolde Shimwe.We discuss the clarity she had to be in fashion early on even though she had scholarships to pursue other more socially acceptable paths. It has always been her mission to employ more women and create opportunities for those who might not naturally have many, and she now gets to live her mission through UZURI K&Y.UZURI K&Y is...2023-08-151h 27
FATHOM with AnysieEP 12: Sonia Mugabo: On building the Sonia Mugabo fashion house, living with mental health challenges, and the joy of motherhood.Send us a textIn this week's episode, Sonia Mugabo, a Rwandan fashion entrepreneur sits with me to discuss her 10 year journey of building her Sonia Mugabo fashion house and brand. She shares the not so glamorous journey from making her own clothes to dressing prominent people such as Melinda Gates. One key insight in this journey is how she named the brand after her self for greater accountability. I thought that was quite cool!Sonia, a mental health advocate, does not shy away from her mental health challenges. She sees the value of sharing...2023-07-311h 15
FATHOM with AnysieEP 12: Sonia Mugabo: On building the Sonia Mugabo fashion house, living with mental health challenges, and the joy of motherhood.In this week's episode, Sonia Mugabo, a Rwandan fashion entrepreneur sits with me to discuss her 10 year journey of building the Sonia Mugabo fashion house and brand. She shares the not-so-glamorous journey from interning at Teen Vogue, to making her own clothes, to dressing prominent people such as Melinda Gates. One key insight in this part of the conversation is how she named the brand after her self for greater accountability. I thought that was quite cool!
Sonia, a mental health advocate, does not shy away from discussing her challenges with mental health. She...2023-07-311h 15
FATHOM with AnysieEP 11: Dr. Cindi Cassady: A therapist's input on attachment styles, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and existing therapy options to explore.In this episode, I sit with Dr. Cindi Cassady, a clinical psychologist, to discuss childhood trauma, attachment styles, and diverse therapy options that exist for various needs. She has worked for over 35 years as a practitioner and scholar in the field of gender- based violence, child abuse, addiction and trauma.
She holds a Ph.D. and Masters degree in Clinical Psychology and a Masters in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. She has been living in Rwanda for almost 10 years and is currently a senior clinical psychologist working with trauma and addiction at Centre Icyizere and Ndera Neuropsychiatric H...2023-07-171h 00
FATHOM with AnysieEP 11: Dr. Cindi Cassady: A therapist's input on attachment styles, unhealthy coping mechanisms, and existing therapy options to explore.Send us a textIn this episode, I sit with Dr. Cindi Cassady, a clinical psychologist, to discuss childhood trauma, attachment styles, and diverse therapy options that exist for various needs. She has worked for over 35 years as a practitioner and scholar in the field of gender- based violence, child abuse, addiction and trauma. She holds a Ph.D. and Masters degree in Clinical Psychology and a Masters in Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution. She has been living in Rwanda for almost 10 years and is currently a senior clinical psychologist working with trauma and addiction a...2023-07-171h 00
FATHOM with AnysieEP 10: Dickson Butera: A therapist's perspective on childhood trauma, addiction, and improving one's mental health.In this week's episode I sit with a fave, Dickson Butera.
This conversation is an extension of the many conversations I have had with Dickson about life and more precisely about mental health over the years. In this conversation, we attempt to confront that daunting universe of trauma, addiction, unhappiness, and we eventually land into some useful practices that one can incorporate daily for improved mental health. Dickson is a friend and a therapist at Lighthouse counseling.
He is a Neuroscience graduate from the University of Rochester. He has worked with clients ranging from adolescents...2023-06-151h 40
FATHOM with AnysieEP 10: Dickson Butera: A therapist's perspective on childhood trauma, addiction, and improving one's mental health.In this week's episode I sit with a fave, Dickson Butera.
This conversation is an extension of the many conversations I have had with Dickson about life and more precisely about mental health over the years. In this conversation, we attempt to confront that daunting universe of trauma, addiction, unhappiness, and we eventually land into some useful practices that one can incorporate daily for improved mental health. Dickson is a friend and a therapist at Lighthouse counseling.
He is a Neuroscience graduate from the University of Rochester. He has worked with clients ranging from adolescents...2023-06-151h 40
FATHOM with AnysieEP 10: Dickson Butera: A therapist's perspective on childhood trauma, addiction, and improving one's mental health.Send us a textIn this week's episode I sit with a fave, Dickson Butera.This conversation is an extension of the many conversations I have had with Dickson about life and more precisely about mental health over the years. In this conversation, we attempt to confront that daunting universe of trauma, addiction, unhappiness, and we eventually land into some useful practices that one can incorporate daily for improved mental health. Dickson is a friend and a therapist at Lighthouse counseling.He is a Neuroscience graduate from the University of Rochester. He has...2023-06-151h 40
FATHOM with AnysieEP 09: Samke Mhlongo: On doing hard things, building a pan African digital platform for women, and growing from tough transitions.On my latest episode, I sit with Samke Mhlongo, an acclaimed international speaker, award-winning wealth coach, best-selling author, and women's empowerment advocate with extensive experience in personal finance. She is the newly appointed co-founder and CEO of TWAA, an AI-driven women's marketplace and networking platform. Before joining TWAA, Samke founded and led TNC Wealth Partners, a top financial wellness consultancy that served major companies such as Standard Bank and MTN.
In this conversation, we delve into her new role as the CEO of TWAA and why she is dedicating the next phase of her life on building t...2023-05-271h 13
FATHOM with AnysieEP 09: Samke Mhlongo: On doing hard things, building a pan African digital platform for women, and growing from tough transitions.Send us a textOn my latest episode, I sit with Samke Mhlongo, an acclaimed international speaker, award-winning wealth coach, best-selling author, and women's empowerment advocate with extensive experience in personal finance. She is the newly appointed co-founder and CEO of TWAA, an AI-driven women's marketplace and networking platform. Before joining TWAA, Samke founded and led TNC Wealth Partners, a top financial wellness consultancy that served major companies such as Standard Bank and MTN. In this conversation, we delve into her new role as the CEO of TWAA and why she is dedicating the next p...2023-05-271h 13
FATHOM with AnysieEP 08: Christelle Kwizera: On harnessing her imagination, building a successful social enterprise, and finding love!On our latest episode, I had a pleasure of sitting down with one of my childhood friends and entrepreneur extraordinaire, Christelle Kwizera. She is the founder and Managing Director of Water Access Rwanda, a social enterprise that exists to improve access to clean water for all.
She has been recognized for her work as the Fondation CHANEL 2019 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, a Rainer Arnhold Fellow, a Princess Diana awardee, a Queen point of Light awardee- all on account of her leadership in addressing social issues.
Christelle was also awarded the Cisco Youth Leadership Award by...2023-04-261h 15
FATHOM with AnysieEP 08: Christelle Kwizera: On harnessing her imagination, building a successful social enterprise, and finding love!Send us a textOn our latest episode, I had a pleasure of sitting down with one of my childhood friends and entrepreneur extraordinaire, Christelle Kwizera. She is the founder and Managing Director of Water Access Rwanda, a social enterprise that exists to improve access to clean water for all.She has been recognized for her work as the Fondation CHANEL 2019 Woman Entrepreneur of the Year, a Rainer Arnhold Fellow, a Princess Diana awardee, a Queen point of Light awardee- all on account of her leadership in addressing social issues. Christelle was also aw...2023-04-261h 15
FATHOM with AnysieEP 07: Céline Uwineza: Her story of surviving the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, and her journey to healing and living life on purpose.This week in Rwanda, April 7th to April 13th, marks the beginning of 100 days of the commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. In this episode, I sit with Céline Uwineza, a survivor, who is also the author of Untamed, a memoir where she recounts her story of survival and her journey towards freedom and healing. On April 10th, 1994, Celine lost her mother, two older sisters, and her siblings, and several other extended family members during the days that followed. She was completely alone and disconnected from anyone she knew for three months until news reached her father a...2023-04-101h 41
FATHOM with AnysieEP 07: Céline Uwineza: Her story of surviving the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, and her journey to healing and living life on purpose.Send us a textThis week in Rwanda, April 7th to April 13th, marks the beginning of 100 days of the commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. In this episode, I sit with Céline Uwineza, a survivor, who is also the author of Untamed, a memoir where she recounts her story of survival and her journey towards freedom and healing. On April 10th, 1994, Celine lost her mother, two older sisters, and her siblings, and several other extended family members during the days that followed. She was completely alone and disconnected from her family for three months u...2023-04-101h 41
FATHOM with AnysieEP 06: Dr. Sangu Delle: On maximizing his time and talent, investing in African ventures, and mental wellbeing for men.My next guest is Dr. Sangu Delle. He is the CEO of CarePoint, a tech forward healthcare system operating across the African continent. He is also the Founder and Chairman of Golden Palm Investments Corporation, an investment holding company that has backed startups such as Andela, mPharma and Flutterwave. Its portfolio companies have raised over $1.2 billion in venture financing.
Dr. Sangu Delle is a TED fellow, Desmond Tutu Fellow, Eisenhower Fellow, and World Economic Forum Young Global Leader. He sits on the board of Ashesi University and he was previously an elected director on the board of H...2023-03-2751 min
FATHOM with AnysieEP 06: Dr. Sangu Delle: On maximizing his time and talent, investing in African ventures, and mental wellbeing for men.Send us a textMy next guest is Dr. Sangu Delle. He is the CEO of CarePoint, a tech forward healthcare system operating across the African continent. He is also the Founder and Chairman of Golden Palm Investments Corporation, an investment holding company that has backed startups such as Andela, mPharma and Flutterwave. Its portfolio companies have raised over $1.2 billion in venture financing. Dr. Sangu Delle is a TED fellow, Desmond Tutu Fellow, Eisenhower Fellow, and World Economic Forum Young Global Leader. He sits on the board of Ashesi University and he was previously an e...2023-03-2751 min
FATHOM with AnysieEP 05: Wawira Njiru: On her journey to feeding 1 million children a day, building a sustainable organization, and intentionally growing as a leader.My next guest is Wawira Njiru, the Founder and Director of Food for Education, a Kenya based social enterprise that provides subsidized nutritious meals every day to over 100,000 primary school children to improve nutrition education outcomes.
She shares with us how Food for Education went from feeding 25 to 100,000 school going children in Nairobi and its outskirts in the past 10 years, and how she is building systems for the work to continue to scale.
We also delve into her experience as a leader and how she intentionally seeks to grow as a leader so that she...2023-03-171h 02
FATHOM with AnysieEP 05: Wawira Njiru: On her journey to feeding 1 million children a day, building a sustainable organization, and intentionally growing as a leader.Send us a textMy next guest is Wawira Njiru, the Founder and Director of Food for Education, a Kenya based social enterprise that provides subsidized nutritious meals every day to over 100,000 primary school children to improve nutrition education outcomes. She shares with us how Food for Education went from feeding 25 to 100,000 school going children in Nairobi and its outskirts in the past 10 years, and how she is building systems for the work to continue to scale. We also delve into her experience as a leader and how sh...2023-03-171h 02
FATHOM with AnysieEP 04: Jean Michel Habineza: On staying the course, pursuing a life of meaning, and dealing with grief.In this episode, Jean Michel Habineza, the founder of iDebate Rwanda and Peace and Love Proclaimers shares with us the key moments that have shaped his pursuit for a more meaningful life. We delve into his experience of working with several teenagers over a decade and what he has learned from being in the business of building people. We delve into the process of developing one's character and one's beliefs.
Jean Michel also shares with us how he is dealing with the loss of his father and the arduous and lengthy process of grief. You will enjoy hi...2023-03-081h 08
FATHOM with AnysieEP 04: Jean Michel Habineza: On staying the course, pursuing a life of meaning, and dealing with grief.Send us a textIn this episode, Jean Michel Habineza, the founder of iDebate Rwanda and Peace and Love Proclaimers shares with us the key moments that have shaped his pursuit for a more meaningful life. We delve into his experience of working with several teenagers over a decade and what he has learned from being in the business of building people. We delve into the process of developing one's character and one's beliefs. Jean Michel also shares with us how he is dealing with the loss of his father and the arduous an...2023-03-081h 08
FATHOM with AnysieEP 03: Wanjuhi Njoroge: Reflections from attending WEF’s annual meeting in Davos and her experience running in the recent Kenyan general elections.In this episode, I sit with Wanjuhi Njoroge, and she shares with me her takeaways from attending the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, and her experience of running in and losing the recent Kenyan general elections for the seat of Member of Parliament for Nyeri County.
We talk about the right attitude one should have when they find themselves in places of power so that it paves the way for those coming after. Wanjuhi is Founder of People Planet Africa, an enterprise involved in forest protection & restoration, sustainability and inclusive development that incorporates the perspective...2023-03-011h 07
FATHOM with AnysieEP 03: Wanjuhi Njoroge: Reflections from attending WEF’s annual meeting in Davos and her experience running in the recent Kenyan general elections.Send us a textIn this episode, I sit with Wanjuhi Njoroge, and she shares with me her takeaways from attending the World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, and her experience of running in and losing the recent Kenyan general elections for the seat of Member of Parliament for Nyeri County. We talk about the right attitude one should have when they find themselves in places of power so that it paves the way for those coming after. Wanjuhi is Founder of People Planet Africa, an enterprise involved in forest protection & restoration, sustainability and i...2023-03-011h 07
FATHOM with AnysieEP 02: Erica Mbanda: On relocating to Rwanda as an adult, the beauty of vulnerability, and lessons to her younger self.Send us a textIn this episode, Erica reflects on her experience growing up in the United States and relocating to Rwanda as an adult. She shares with us the journey to fully embracing who she is- imperfections, quirks, and all. She shares lessons from her father and what marriage and motherhood have taught her. You will also have to listen till the end and discover what she would tell her younger self. Please listen and tell a friend to tell a friend. 2023-02-211h 08
FATHOM with AnysieEP 02: Erica Mbanda: On relocating to Rwanda as an adult, the beauty of vulnerability, and lessons to her younger self.In this episode, Erica reflects on her experience growing up in the United States and relocating to Rwanda as an adult. She shares with us the journey to fully embracing who she is- imperfections, quirks, and all. She shares lessons from her father and what marriage and motherhood have taught her. You will also have to listen till the end and discover what she would tell her younger self. Please listen and tell a friend to tell a friend. 2023-02-211h 08
FATHOM with AnysieEP 01: Faith Keza: Her journey from Silicon Valley to Irembo and becoming the woman she is today.Send us a textIn this conversation Faith shares with me her journey to where she is today, her current experience in the Harvard Business classroom, and her hopes for the future. She shares her experience growing up and going through various education systems in Rwanda and Scotland, her journey from MIT to Silicon Valley, and what she has learned as a leader of a fast growing company. You'll enjoy her brilliant thoughts on both organizational and personal leadership.2023-02-131h 06
FATHOM with AnysieEP 01: Faith Keza: Her journey from Silicon Valley to Irembo and becoming the woman she is today.In this conversation Faith shares with me her journey to where she is today, her current experience in the Harvard Business classroom, and her hopes for the future. She shares her experience growing up and going through various education systems in Rwanda and Scotland, her journey from MIT to Silicon Valley, and what she has learned as a leader of a fast growing company. You'll enjoy her brilliant thoughts on both organizational and personal leadership.2023-02-131h 06
FATHOM with AnysieIntro Episode: I am starting a podcast. For real, this time!Send us a textIn this episode, I introduce myself and I share the vision for the podcast and what I hope we can create this space to be.2023-02-1111 min
FATHOM with AnysieIntro Episode: I am starting a podcast. For real, this time!In this episode, I introduce myself and I share the vision for the podcast and what I hope we can create this space to be. 2023-02-0911 min