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For the Future
Empowering Women in Science, Biotech and All Things STEM: A Conversation with Rutendo Kahari
Hey everyone! And welcome to this episode of the For the Future Podcast! In this episode, I have a really interesting conversation with Rutendo Kahari. She is a high school graduate with a keen interest in biomedical research, as well as the empowerment of women in STEM. We talk about why she wants to go into biomedical research as well as why empowering women in STEM fields is so important to her. Let’s get into it! Social Media: Instagram: @tendoeinbiomed LinkedIn: Rutendo Kahari
2023-04-28
16 min
For the Future
Small Children, Big Impact: The Inspiring Story of How One Student is Changing Lives with Tebogo Ratsoma and Loving Little Feet | Ep. 17
Hey guys! Welcome to today’s episode of the For the Future Podcast. Today I had the pleasure of chatting with Tebogo Ratsoma, she is a Medical Student at UCT and as we discuss today, runs her own non-profit called Loving Little Feet, which helps families of small children in need by donating pre-loved clothes to them. We talk more about her journey, what inspires her to do this work, and how others can help too. Hope you enjoy! Social Media: Instagram and Facebook: search for “loving little feet foundation” email: loving.littlefeetfoundation@gmail.com
2023-04-23
27 min
For the Future
Africa’s Inevitable Future in Solar Energy and Electric Vehicles with Robert Walker
In this week’s episode, I chat with Robert Walker, the events organiser for various events related to renewable energy and sustainability such as the world renowned Sasol Solar Challenge. We talk about electric vehicles and solar energy in Africa, seeing youth producing world class technology, and the importance of community engagement and empowerment in the Sasol Solar Challenge. Hope you enjoy! Socials: @sasolarchallenge Sasol | Solar Challenge |
2023-02-19
54 min
For the Future
The Importance of Solving the Water, Hygiene and Sanitation Crisis for Youth in Africa with Emmanuel Msoka
This week, I have a chat with Emmanuel Msoka @emmanuelmsoka, a UNHCR Champion and former UNICEF Youth Advocate with a focus on empowering young people and in combatting water, sanitation and hygiene crises. We talk about why this crisis matters to young people. uplifting young voices and so much more. Hope you enjoy! Socials: Insta: @emmauelmsoka LinkedIn: Emmanuel Msoka
2023-02-04
31 min
For the Future
Homegrown Sustainable Fashion with Sibusiso Zulu
Hey everyone! Welcome to this week’s much anticipated episode! In this episode, I chat with Sibusiso Zulu, founder of Sneakers 4 Change, a non-profit sneaker donation program, and Swyft Lab, a sustainable thrifting and upcycling company. We talk about how sustainable practices are already engrained in African cultures, the dangers of fast fashion and uplifting local artists. Really loved this conversation and I hope you do too. Socials: Personal: insta: @s4czulu Swyft Lab: www.swyftlab.co.za instagram: @swyft.lab Sneakers 4 Change: in...
2023-01-29
32 min
For the Future
Finding Your Path, Scientific Innovation and Entrepreneurship with Dr Keabetswe Ncube
In this week's episode, I have an amazing conversation with Dr Ncube. She is a genomics specialist, passionate about biotechnology and animal genetics and business owner of Kea Ncube Agri Solutions. We speak about career uncertainty, animal genetics and the importance of applying scientific research to solve real life problems. Hope you enjoy! (apologies for some poor audio quality moments this week, but I hope you guys can still get value from this!) SOCIALS: Facebook (preferred) :keancubeagriservices Twitter: drkeancube Tiktok and Instagram: keancube_agriservices
2023-01-29
52 min
For the Future
Tech, Entrepreneurship and Expanding Your Education with Tamuda Chimhanda
In this episode, I have a conversation with Tamuda Chimhanda. He has started several businesses to help Africans including Dot, a fintech startup, and Glimmer Virtual Reality a VR travel company. He is also currently a Computer Science student at the University of Rochester. Great conversation with him. Hope you enjoy! Socials: instagram and twitter: @tamu.da LinkedIn: Tamuda Chimhanda
2023-01-14
30 min
For the Future
Best Clips from Episodes 1 to 10
Hey everyone! Welcome to the first episode of 2023! In this episode, I go over some of the best moments and insights from the first 10 episodes of 2022. If you guys like this format, I will be doing it every 10 episodes. Thank you all for your support this past year and I hope to bring you guys more value, inspiration, and entertainment this year. Enjoy! Socials: instagram: @forthefutureza twitter: @forthefutureza tiktok:@forthefuturepodcast
2023-01-06
38 min
For the Future
Starting Successful Businesses As A Teenager With Mikaeel Omar
Mikaeel Omar is not your average university student. While studying for a Computer Engineering Degree, Mikaeel has started several online businesses including MikaByte, a business that creates a variety of online content for businesses from websites to social media content and more. We chat about what it's like to run businesses at his age, how he got to where he is and so much more. Hope you enjoy! Social Media: Instagram - @Mikxaeel Twitter - @MikaeelOmar LinkedIn - Mikaeel Omar Website: MikaByte.com email: mikaeel@mikabyte...
2022-10-07
38 min
For the Future
Reaching 10 Episodes with Me, Boikanyo Ntsimane
Hey guys, thank you so much for coming on this journey with me so far! In this episode, I chat a bit more about myself and why I started this podcast, what I've learnt in this journey so far, and what I hope to achieve for you guys in the future. Hope you Enjoy! Social media: Instagram, Twitter : @forthefutureza Youtube: For the Future TikTok: @forthefuturepodcast
2022-09-30
27 min
For the Future
Exploring The Importance of Science and Research in Africa with Dr Khumbuzile Bophela
Hey everyone! And welcome to episode 10 of the For the Future Podcast! In this episode, I have an amazing conversation with Dr Khumbuzile Bophela. She has a PhD in Microbiology and is currently a lecturer at the University of Pretoria. We speak about her love for lecturing, how her research contributes to food production, her PhD journey and everything in between. If you're curious about the world of academia, interested in microbiology and food production, or simply want to learn more, then this episode is for you! Socials: Twitter: @DrBophela Instagram, Faceb...
2022-08-26
30 min
For the Future
Exploring the World of Science Through Podcasting with Anne Chisa
Anne Chisa is a PhD student at UKZN, as well as a science communicator, known for her amazing science podcast, The Root of Science Podcast. In our conversation we talk about why exploring and learning about science is crucial for us as young Africans, her podcasting journey and so much more. Podcast: Instagram and Twitter: @rootofscipod LinkedIn and Facebook: The Root of The Science Podcast The podcast is available on all podcast platforms Website: The Root of The Science podcast Personal: Twitter and Instagram: @annelinda...
2022-08-12
25 min
For the Future
Language, Technology and Access to Education with Tsepang Khoboko
In this episode, I speak with Tsepang Khoboko. She is the co-founder of TAQA, an online library that aims to help children build their skills and love for reading, particularly in their own mother tongue. We speak about her journey in running a business, why she chose to go into social entrepreneurship and more. TAQA Website:https://taqa.africa/ TAQA Instagram and Twitter @TAQAAfrica Tsepang's Personal Instagram and Twitter @tsepang_k Hope you enjoy!
2022-08-05
27 min
For the Future
Reading, Business and Skills Uplifting Young Africans with Zilungile Zimela
In this week's episode, I have a conversation with Zilungile Zimela. She has a large variety of insights and experience, from her acclaimed journey in public speaking to working in an organisation that aimed to get young people reading, to running her own media consulting firm. We speak about her experiences and upbringing, why she thinks education is so important, and so much more. Instagram: @zilu_ngile Twitter: @athenjwa1 Hope you enjoy!
2022-07-22
25 min
For the Future
Fighting for Climate Justice in Tunisia and Beyond with Ahmed Elhadj
In today's episode, I have a conversation with Ahmed Elhadj. He is a climate activist and climate negotiator from Tunisia. We speak about his journey in the climate crisis fight, the challenges faced by young people in the space and more. Hope you enjoy! Youth For Climate Tunisia: Facebook:@youthforclimatetunisia Instagram: @youthforclimatetunisia Twitter:@yfctunisia Break Free From Plastic: https://www.breakfreefromplastic.org/ Stop Ecocide Movement: https://www.stopecocide.earth/
2022-07-15
41 min
For the Future
Poetry and Business in Africa with Mutinta Simelane
In today's episode, I chat with Mutinta Simelane. She is a poet, writer, project manager, TedX speaker and so much more, with a large variety of experience in the arts industry. We speak about the importance of the arts in Africa, how the arts helped her in the world of business, and so much more. You can find her on Instagram @MissTintsy, Twitter @TheTintsy and Google her to find her work. Hope you enjoy!
2022-07-08
19 min
For the Future
Using Social Media to Advocate for Those Living With HIV with Saidy Brown
In this episode, we chat with Saidy Brown. She is a critically acclaimed HIV activist who uses her social media platforms to educate and advocate for the rights and destigmatization of those living with HIV. Whether you are living with HIV or know someone who does, if you are interested in the state of HIV in Africa, the stigma surrounding it and where to go next, or even just care about activism in general, then this is an episode you will definitely love. You can find her on Instagram and Twitter @saidy_brown and on Yo...
2022-07-01
16 min
For the Future
A New Perspective on Tackling Youth Unemployment with Zlto Founder Allan van Der Meulen
Allan van der Meulen is the founder of Zlto, a social entrepreneurship venture which aims to help young people to gain work experience and contribute to their community to ultimately help them gain employment. We speak about his journey growing up in Mitchell's Plain, his own perspective on the issue of youth unemployment in Africa, why he decided to create Zlto and so much more. Hope you enjoy! check out our socials: our podcast @forthefutureza on Instagram, Twitter and youtube Allan: @allanvandermeulen on Instagram and @zltorewards on Instagram
2022-04-15
29 min
For the Future
Episode 2: Understanding the Economy Through The Lense of Marginalized Groups - Funzani Mtembu
Our guest in this episode is Funzani Mtembu. She is an investment and economic analyst and is passionate about economics and South African policies. She is no stranger to activism, being at the forefront of the Fees Must Fall Movement and using her knowledge in economic analysis to advocate for more ethical economic practices in South Africa, especially highlighting the importance of the working-class black woman in the South African economy. Hope you enjoy!
2022-01-29
23 min
For the Future
Episode 1: Building a Successful Business in South Africa - Paul Ballen
Welcome to Episode 1 of the For the Future Podcast! Our first guest is Paul Ballen, the co-founder of Paul's Homemade Ice Cream. He speaks about his journey in co-founding the business, how he was inspired to start when he noticed a gap in the South African market, and so much more. Hope you enjoy!
2022-01-15
17 min
For the Future
Episode 0 - Introduction to For the Future
This episode is an introduction to the podcast For the Future, giving more insight into what we will be exploring on this podcast. Hope you enjoy!
2022-01-12
00 min