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InkonversationNancy Aburi: Changing Minds, Unlocking Capital, Powering Refugee PotentialSend us a textIn this episode of the iNKONVERSATION Podcast, Anna Wanjiru sits down with UNHCR’s Nancy Aburi to explore the origins of Africa’s Private Sector Forum—from a chance conversation at the Global Refugee Forum to a bold, pan-African movement reshaping investment in displacement.2025-04-2522 min
InkonversationIsaac Kwaku Fokuo: Catalyzing Change Amidst Shifting AidSend us a textIn this episode of the INKonversation Podcast, Amahoro Coalition's Isaac Kwaku joins host Anna Wanjiru to challenge the way Africa’s private sector views displacement. With over 45 million forcibly displaced people across the continent, Isaac makes the case for seeing this population not as a humanitarian challenge — but as a market, a workforce, and a source of innovation.2025-04-1629 min
InkonversationHon. Angeline Teny: Inclusive Economic Opportunities for Refugee Entrepreneurs & Displaced PersonsSend us a textJoin us as Hon. Angelina Teny, Interior Minister of South Sudan, challenges the way we see Forcibly Displaced Persons, not as people in need, but as innovators, entrepreneurs, and problem-solvers. In this episode, she shares how South Sudan’s open-door policy is more than just hospitality but a commitment to economic inclusion, community-driven solutions, and unlocking the potential of those who have been displaced.2025-02-2733 min
InkonversationDr. Addis Ababa Othow: Unlocking Financial AccessSend us a textInkonversation S03 E9Tune into our latest episode as Dr. Addis Ababa, Managing Director of Equity Bank South Sudan, discusses the evolution of the banking sector in South Sudan through digital services and the pursuit of financial inclusion.2024-10-2121 min
InkonversationJohnson Bigwi: Shaping Thinking, Shaping SpacesSend us a textInkonversation S03 E08Join us for another thrilling conversation. Today we are joined by Johnson Bigwi, CEO of the Architectural Firm FDG Africa, as he shares his unlikely career journey into architecture and his mission to change architectural design in Rwanda and the region.2024-10-0730 min
InkonversationBasil Karimba: Building Africa's first Green CitySend us a textInkonversation S03 Ep 7Tune in as Basil Karimba, CEO of Green City Kigali joins Lais Higashi to explore how Rwanda is addressing sustainable urbanization & tackling environmental challenges tied to rapid urban growth.2024-09-2325 min
InkonversationYordanos Asmare: Closing the divide for African TalentSend us a textInkonversation S03 Ep 6Tune in as Yordanos Asmare Head of Talent & Partnerships at A2SV with Barbara Mutoni, Inkomoko's regional Director of People and Culture discuss bridging the opportunity gap for African talent to tackle critical issues and advance tech-driven change.2024-09-0928 min
InkonversationAmath Pathé Sene: Innovate, Accelerate and ScaleSend us a textInkonversation s03 Ep05Join the conversation, as Amath Pathe Sene, Managing Director of Africa Food Systems Forum shares about the need for youth and women in Agriculture to deliver food systems transformation in a digital and climate era.2024-08-2626 min
InkonversationKwami Williams: Cultivating Community WealthSend us a textINKOnversation S02 Ep.12! Join Kwami Williams , CEO and co-founder of @truemoringa , as he shares his journey from aerospace to agriculture, and how he’s cultivating community wealth through sustainable farming practices.2024-08-1226 min
InkonversationRufus Karanja: Sustainable Solutions for Displaced CommunitiesSend us a textInkonversation s03 ep 03Rufus Karanja, Policy Officer at the Embassy of Switzerland in Kenya shares his experience working with forcibly displaced communities and development partners to find durable solutions.2024-07-2924 min
InkonversationJustin Mahamba: Shaping Stories Beyond StereotypesSend us a textInkonversation s03 ep 02In this episode, global moderator Georgie Ndirangu talks to Justin Mahamba, founder of T'sha films. He shares his journey as a youth in the Kakuma camp and his drive and support system that allowed him to found a business. He also shares the importance of displaced communities telling their own stories.2024-07-1329 min
InkonversationAkuol De Mabior: All Stories Have The Power To InspireSend us a textInkonversation S03 Ep01Akuol De Mabior, a South Sudanese film maker shares her journey to becoming a filmmaker and the power of storytelling to inspire and change perceptions.2024-07-0129 min
InkonversationCiiru Waweru: Strengthening Africa's Problem-Solving EntrepreneursSend us a textInkonversation s02 ep 8Ciiru Waweru Waithaka, serial creative entrepreneur and CEO of Anjiru, a Kenya based lifestyle brand, shares her entrepreneurial journey fueled by innovation, sustainability and investing in the next generation of problem solvers.2024-04-2221 min
InkonversationMarc Gwamaka & Christian Intwari: Engaging Youth to Remember Our Past for a Unified FutureSend us a textInkonversation S02 Ep 7To commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi, our CEO Julienne Oyler hosts a live conversation with Marc Gwamaka of Peace and Lovers Proclaimers - Youth for Change (organizer of Walk to Remember) and Christian Intwari of Our Past Initiative. They discuss this year’s theme: Remember, Unite, Renew as well as the contribution of different youth organizations in the transmission of memory and rebuilding of the country.2024-04-0744 min
InkonversationSara Yirga: Cultivating opportunity through Ethiopian CoffeeSend us a textInkonversation S02 Ep 06In this episode, Sara Yirga, General Manager of YA Coffee Roasters and Cherish Cafe and books, and President of Ethiopian Women in Coffee, shares her inspiring entrepreneurial journey with Selam Abere of Inkomoko. Tune in to their conversation to hear about her work to grow the potential of Ethiopian coffee and empower women in the industry!2024-03-2542 min
InkonversationIngrid Karangwayire: Invest in Women, Accelerate ProgressSend us a textINKOnversation S02 Ep.05!In this podcast, Sharon Akanyana Founder Ishyo Foods speaks with Ingrid Karangwayire of the Bank of Kigali Foundation, discussing the importance of programs like BK Urumuri, which provide interest-free loans and tailored support to entrepreneurs. Tune in for insights on innovation, overcoming challenges, and why investing in our communities is crucial for longterm prosperity.2024-03-1116 min
InkonversationDoreen Orishaba: Driving African Electric MobilitySend us a textINKOnversation S02 Ep.04!Doreen Orishaba, Managing Director of BasiGo Rwanda in conversation with Emmanuel Gashagaza, our Senior Business Development Advisor shares how they are revolutionizing public transport in African cities by introducing eco-friendly and efficient electric buses. Learn how their initiative is proving the viability and benefits of electric buses in Kigali and Nairobi. Join us for an electrifying discussion and learn how BasiGo is paving the way for a greener and cleaner future!2024-02-2627 min
InkonversationJohn Dabi: Fostering Dignified Livelihoods Through Sustainable SolutionsSend us a textINKOnversation S02 Ep.03Hon. John Dabi, Deputy Commissioner of South Sudan's Commission for Refugee Affairs discusses key challenges faced by refugees and the crucial role public-private partnerships play in empowering them to thrive.2024-02-1214 min
InkonversationTeddy Mugabo: Enabling Green Growth and Climate ResilienceSend us a textINKOnversation S02 Ep.02!Join our Investment manager, David Indekwe in conversation with Ms.Teddy Mugabo, CEO of Rwanda Green Fund, on enabling green growth and climate resilience. Hear insights into the strategies behind impactful public-private partnerships and catalytic investment into innovative solutions driving environmental sustainability. She also discusses the Green Fund's role in nurturing entrepreneurs and the exciting ventures shaping Rwanda's green future.2024-01-2927 min
InkonversationIsabelle Kamariza: Food is MedicineSend us a textInkonversation S02 Ep. 01Welcome to the new season of Inkonversation podcast. Discover the vision of Solid Africa for equity and dignity for all patients within our health systems. Founder Isabelle Kamariza shares how 'Food is Medicine' through tailored farm to fork meals prioritizing organic and healthy food within public hospitals.2024-01-1524 min
InkonversationWawira Njiru: Feeding the FutureSend us a textINKOnversation Ep. 14!On today's Episode, CEO Wawira Njiru shares how Food4education has co-created a sustainable model of efficiently providing locally sourced, high quality, nutritious meals to ensure learners thrive throughout their education and beyond. 2023-12-0421 min
InkonversationJosephine Armand: Globally Inspired, Locally ProducedSend us a textINKOnversation Ep 13:Tune in to our latest episode as Josephine Armand, as she discusses her journey to founding Kunda foods and the inspiration behind using local ingredients to make globally inspired products.2023-11-2025 min
InkonversationHassan Kibirango: The gift of PeopleSend us a textINKOnversation Ep. 12 Join Hassan Kibirango, author and leadership coach in conversation with Inkomoko's Umubyeyi Nicole around transforming those dreaded Mondays into opportunity through loving what you do and investing in the 'Gift' of people.2023-10-2224 min
InkonversationCheryl Dorsey: Championing Bold Ideas and Exceptional LeadersSend us a textINKOnversation Ep. 11! Tune in to our latest episode, featuring Cheryl Dorsey, President of Echoing Green, in an inspiring conversation with Mahlet Kinfe, Inkomoko's BGS Director, Ethiopia. As they discuss powering impactful solutions through bold social entrepreneurs.2023-10-0923 min
InkonversationIsaro Lise & Fatima Soleman: Building Equitable SpacesSend us a textINKOnversation Ep. 10:Join the conversation with Fatima Soleman, Founder and Managing Director at MrRoof Rwanda and Architect Isaro Lise, founder of African Female Architects on building equitable spaces in the work place. 2023-09-2520 min
InkonversationJocelyn Wyatt: Unlocking Dignified Connections Through Co-creationSend us a textINKOnversation Ep. 09:Tune in to our latest episode, featuring Jocelyn Wyatt, the CEO of Alight. She discusses her journey as a social entrepreneur and emphasizes the power of nurturing dignified connections through co-creation.2023-09-1120 min
InkonversationJulienne & Sara: The Origin StorySend us a textINKOnversation Ep. 08Join our CEO Julienne Oyler, COO Sara Leedom, and our host Olive Ashimwe the Regional Director of BGS as they talk about what it takes to build impactful ventures through their journey with INKOMOKO.2023-08-2819 min
InkonversationStacey Abrams: Be curious, Solve problems, Do goodSend us a textINKOnversation Ep. 07Join Stacey Abrams, American Author, Entrepreneur and politician. She talks about building impactful ventures and why failure isn't final for entrepreneurs and leaders.2023-08-1322 min
InkonversationIsadora Biguordan: Amplifying Africa's InnovationSend us a textINKOnversation Ep. 06Harnessing the power of technology in entrepreneurship! Join us in this engaging conversation as Isadora Bigourdan, CEO of Digital Africa and Bright Ntambara, Program manager for Market linkages at Inkomoko, share insights on using technology to fuel entrepreneurial success in Africa.2023-07-3023 min
InkonversationJessica Uhl: Women in Global FinanceSend us a textINKOnversation Ep. 05Join Kampeta Sayinzoga, CEO @BRDbank and Jessica Uhl, Board Member at @GoldmanSachs and @generalelectric and former CFO of @Shell as they discuss the role of women in Global Finance.2023-07-1621 min
InkonversationIneza Grace: Tapping into the power of youth for climate actionSend us a text🎙️ INKOnversation Ep. 04 is here! Join Ineza Grace, Founder of @TheProtectorRw and winner of Global Citizen Awards, as she shares her inspiring journey in spearheading climate action. 2023-07-0117 min
InkonversationAli Parsa: Be Bold, Build Fast, and Make It BrilliantSend us a textINKOnversation Ep. 03As we prepare to mark #WorldRefugeeDay tomorrow, Ali Parsa founder of @babylonhealth talks about his journey as a refugee and his work in digital health.#WeAreInkomoko www.babyl.com / www.inkomoko.com to learn more2023-06-1623 min
InkonversationAsfaw Alemu: Financial Inclusion For TransformationSend us a text🚨 New Episode Alert🚨CEO Asfaw Alemu @BankDashen, one of the #Ethiopia’s largest private banks shares how their strategic public & private partnerships contribute to the national vision for financial inclusion and economic development.2023-06-0120 min
InkonversationKim Scott: Using Feedback to Scale World Class CompaniesSend us a textAuthor Kim Scott was an executive at Google and then at Apple, where she developed a class on how to be a good boss. In this conversation we discuss her book 'Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity' packed with insightful advice, and practical suggestions, all illustrated with personal stories from Kim's own experiences. Scott highlights how to give feedback that incorporates both praise and criticism while illustrating how it can be applicable for companies of any size. 2023-05-1630 min
InkonversationUsing feedback to scale World-Class companiesSend us a textAuthor Kim Scott was an executive at Google and then at Apple, where she developed a class on how to be a good boss. In this conversation we discuss her book 'Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity' packed with insightful advice, and practical suggestions, all illustrated with personal stories from Kim's own experiences. Scott highlights how to give feedback that incorporates both praise and criticism while illustrating how it can be applicable for companies of any size.2023-05-0949 min