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MeliaCRED: Conversations with ElvisComputer Scientist by Trade, Teacher at Heart | Scaling Kenya‘s Technology Talent | Jente RosseelElvis speaks with Jente Rosseel, founder and CEO of Elewa, a Nairobi-based technology and education company working primarily with startups and SMEs across Europe, the UK, and South Africa. Jente shares his journey from Belgium to Kenya, detailing how Elewa bridges the gap between ambitious startups and cutting-edge technological solutions through innovative apprenticeship programs, managed talent accelerators, and professional development.They explore how Elewa evolved from an EdTech startup into a dynamic group that provides comprehensive technology services, including product design, software development, and ERP systems integration. About Jente Rosseel:Jente Rosseel is the...2025-07-231h 45
Tech Decoded#8: Inside Rwanda’s Digital Future with Minister PaulaWhat does it take to build a truly inclusive digital nation?In this landmark episode of Tech Decoded, we’re joined by Minister Paula Ingabire, Rwanda’s Minister of ICT & Innovation, to unpack the country’s bold digital transformation journey.We explore:Internet access & mobile penetration across RwandaYouth leadership in shaping the digital agendaBuilding an inclusive digital economyThe legacy Rwanda is creating as a tech-forward nationThis episode is a blueprint for how policy, innovation, and people-powered progress can come together to shape Africa’s digital future. Tec...2025-07-0220 minTech Decoded#7:Rwanda’s New Digital ID Will Change Everything! Here’s HowRwanda is going fully digital, and your National ID is next.In this powerful episode of Tech Decoded, we sit down with Josephine Mukesha, Director General of NIDA, to uncover everything you need to know about Rwanda’s upcoming Digital ID system.How will it work? What about privacy and security?What does it mean for daily life, from banking to healthcare?If you're curious about Rwanda’s digital future or work in tech, government, or innovation, this episode is a must-watch.#TechDecoded #DigitalID #NIDA #RwandaInnovation #DigitalTransformation #SmartAfrica #eGovernance #Rwand...2025-06-2427 minTech Decoded#6: Why Digital Skills Are the New Currency in Rwanda.Rwanda is betting big on digital skills, but can initiatives like the One Million Coders program truly bridge the digital divide?In this episode of Tech Decoded, we speak with: Dr. Ignace Gatare – Principal, College of Science and Technology, University of Rwanda Ernest Mpundu – Project Manager for Digital Skills Programs, Digital Inclusion CouncilThey break down:How youth and women are being equipped for the digital economyRwanda’s national strategy for digital inclusion The impact of programs like One Million Coders What policymakers are getting right, and where we must go...2025-06-1720 minTech Decoded#5: How Tech Is Powering Rwanda’s Creative Economy | Malik Shaffy LizindeCan creativity and code go hand in hand? Malik Shaffy Lizinde, Co founder and CEO of 63 INC, says absolutely.In this episode of Tech Decoded, we dive into how technology is enabling a new generation of Rwandan creatives, from digital art and design to media production and immersive storytelling. Malik shares:* How 63 INC is fusing tech and culture* The future of creativity in a digital-first world* Why Rwanda’s creative economy needs tech-driven tools and platformsThis is a masterclass in turning imagination into innovation.🎧 Tech Decoded – Decoding Rwanda’s Digital Tra...2025-06-1026 minTech Decoded#4: How Drones Are Saving Lives & Boosting Farming in RwandaCan drones revolutionize healthcare and agriculture in Africa? Rwanda says yes.In this episode of Tech Decoded, we explore how aerial innovations are transforming lives, from delivering urgent medical supplies to boosting agricultural productivity across rural regions. Featuring: Kelia Mugenzi – Team Lead, Drone Component, GIZ Segore Teddy – COO, Charis UASWe dive into:* How drones are solving last-mile delivery in healthcare* Precision agriculture and smarter farming with UAVs* The challenges and potential of drone integration in Rwanda* What’s next for drone tech and national developmentTech isn’t just about...2025-05-2825 minTech Decoded#4: How Drones Are Saving Lives & Boosting Farming in RwandaCan drones revolutionize healthcare and agriculture in Africa? Rwanda says yes.In this episode of Tech Decoded, we explore how aerial innovations are transforming lives, from delivering urgent medical supplies to boosting agricultural productivity across rural regions. Featuring: Kelia Mugenzi – Team Lead, Drone Component, GIZ Segore Teddy – COO, Charis UASWe dive into:* How drones are solving last-mile delivery in healthcare* Precision agriculture and smarter farming with UAVs* The challenges and potential of drone integration in Rwanda* What’s next for drone tech and national developmentTech isn’t just about...2025-05-2820 minTech Decoded#3: Inside Rwanda's Digital Revolution: Stories from the GroundIn this episode of Tech Decoded, we dive deep into the Digital Ambassador Program, an ambitious initiative transforming digital literacy across Rwanda. Our guests, Omax Rukundo, a Digital Ambassador Supervisor in Kamonyi, and Kabagabe Kellen, a dedicated Digital Ambassador from Rwamagana, share real stories from the field. From training citizens on essential digital tools to helping bridge the urban-rural tech divide, Max and Kellen offer an inspiring look at the impact of digital transformation on everyday lives. What we cover in this episode:What the Digital Am...2025-05-2229 minTech Decoded#2: Inside Rwanda’s Smart City Vision: Greener, and optimised for efficiency. | With Alice Higiro & Roger MizeroWhat does a Smart City really look like in the African context? In this episode of Tech Decoded, we sit down with Alice Higiro, Project Director of Smart Cities at Rwanda’s Ministry of ICT, and Roger Mizero, Chief Digital Officer at the Ministry of Environment and MINEMA, to unpack Rwanda’s bold plan to create greener, safer, and more inclusive urban spaces.From digital infrastructure and sustainability to data-driven governance, Alice and Roger share the vision and the real work behind transforming Kigali and other Rwandan citi...2025-05-1332 minTech Decoded#1: AI, Africa & Ambition: A Candid Chat with PS Yves Iradukunda at the Global AI SummitWhat does Africa's future in AI look like, and how is Rwanda positioning itself at the center of it? In this special episode recorded on the sidelines of the Global AI Summit, our host, Murungi Sarah sits down with Permanent Secretary Yves Iradukunda from Rwanda's Ministry of ICT & Innovation for a high-impact conversation. From policy to infrastructure, global partnerships to local talent, PS Iradukunda shares his unfiltered insights on how Rwanda is embracing AI not just as a buzzword, but as a catalyst for inclusive, sustainable growth. If you care about Africa’s tech rise, this episode is essential li...2025-05-0619 minTech DecodedIntroducing Tech Decoded!We’re proud to introduce #TechDecoded, a new podcast from the Ministry of ICT and Innovation in partnership with GIZ and the Digital Transformation Center, Rwanda. Each episode brings you face-to-face with policymakers, entrepreneurs, and tech leaders as they unpack Digital literacy initiatives, AI powered solutions, E-governance, smart cities initiatives, drone innovations, and more.This is your front-row seat to Rwanda’s digital transformation journey.2025-05-0601 min
The TechAfrica News PodcastEP.02 | Lacina Koné on AI, Connectivity and why Africa must lead itselfIn this episode, Lacina Koné, CEO of Smart Africa, joins Akim Benamara, Chief Editor and Founder of TechAfrica News, for a candid conversation exploring bold strategies, mindset shifts, and the collaborative efforts driving Africa’s digital transformation.Africa’s digital future holds immense promise but faces challenges. Fragmented policies, outdated mindsets, and uneven access threaten to stall progress just as emerging technologies like AI offer unprecedented opportunities. The critical question is no longer if Africa will transform digitally, but how it can harness AI, build a unified digital identity, and leapfrog legacy constraints to secure its place in th...2025-05-0150 min
The Long Form PodcastFred Swaniker Talks Kagame, Breaking Ties with Belgium, and AI's Threat to Africa I THE LONG FORMIn this powerful episode of The Long Form Podcast, I sit down with Ghanaian entrepreneur Fred Swaniker — founder of African Leadership University (ALU), ALX, and Sand Technologies. We discuss his deep relationship with Rwanda and President Paul Kagame, the historic decision to cut ties with Belgium, and Africa’s urgent need to adapt in the AI revolution. Fred shares insights on entrepreneurship, risks he faced after leaving McKinsey and his vision for African education. We also tackle audience questions on AI risks, ALU's rankings, youth unemployment, and Fred’s personal hobbies. This is a must-watch for anyone interes...2025-04-281h 08
EmbeddedInside Rwanda's AI BlueprintIn this third episode of a special series of the Embedded podcast, host Zain Verjee speaks with Hon. Paula Ingabire about Rwanda's strategic approach to artificial intelligence. As the Minister of ICT and Innovation, Ingabire shares insights on how Rwanda is positioning itself as a leader in Africa's AI landscape, focusing on talent development, investment attraction, and ethical frameworks. The conversation explores Rwanda's partnerships with educational institutions, the launch of their AI scaling hub, and how the country is addressing the urban-rural divide through technology. Recorded at the Global AI Summit on Africa in partnership with The Rwanda Centre...2025-04-1519 min
DCN Africa PodcastEpisode 3: Africa & Artificial IntelligenceIn this episode of the DCN Africa Podcast;
We examine the complex relationship between Africa and Artificial Intelligence. With the development of AI originating in the Global North, what does it mean for the adoption, impact and development of AI in Africa? In a quest to find an answer to this question, the host unpacks an insightful discussion that took place at the World Economic Forum’s Special Meeting 2024, focusing on the session titled “AI, Productivity, Work: Can We Have It All?”, featuring Rwanda’s Minister of ICT and Innovation, Paula Ingabire.
Finally, the News and Upda...2024-05-0236 min
The Long Form PodcastArtificial Intelligence, 5G and the tech funds that Rwanda is using to drag itself into the future w/ Paula Ingabire, Minister of ICT and InnovationRwanda is many things. On one hand, it is among the poorest countries in the world and on the other hand, it is, to me at least, one of the most forward-thinking nations on the globe. Actually, when you think about it, the lack of resources perhaps creates the innovation. Let’s look back at what’s been done so far. Rwanda partnered with an American startup, Zipline, to deliver lifesaving drugs to rural health centers by drone. Then it partnered with Starlink, Elon Musk’s company, to provide high speed internet to rural schools. The coun...2023-10-231h 22
Pure Digital Passion with Moses KemibaroA Conversation with Alice Munyua, Senior Director of Africa Mradi at Mozilla Corporation.Dr. Alice Munyua (Alice) is someone I have known for the better part of two decades a pioneer and integral part of Kenya's digital ecosystem in a myriad of ways. I really got to know Alice when we both served on the board of the Kenya Network Information or Centre (KeNIC) which is Kenya's .KE Country Code Top Level Domain (CCTLD) Registry over a decade ago. Since then, Alice has taken up a number of different roles and is currently the brainchild and Director of the Africa Mradi initiative at Mozilla Corporation (Mozilla).
Mozilla's...2023-07-2249 min
StartUps And F*Ups9. Alex Ntale - CEO Rwanda ICT chamber. The journey of Rwanda's mushrooming startup Ecosystem.Send us a textIn this episode, the CEO of Rwanda ICT chamberAlex Ntale breaks down the journey of Rwanda's mushrooming Startup Ecosystem.2023-06-2721 min
Fairly.fm270 ICT4Dネホリハホリの会「狩野剛さん 2/2」（Behind the ICT4D Lab）ICT4D 012Behind the ICT4D Lab hosted by
Kanot
Kaoru Akimoto
Akiko Kitamura
概要
ICT4Dの新企画。魅力あふれる個性いっぱいマニアックなオンラインコミュニティ「ICT4D Lab」メンバーってどんな人？なんでそんなことしてるの？興味深々な人、実は多いですよね。そんな意外に知らないLabメンバーのキャリアやプライベートなことまで。ネホリハホリ聞いちゃいます。
記念すべき第1回はLab代表の狩野剛さんです。2回に渡ってお送りいたします。
後半はミシガン大学への留学や途中の帰国を経て現職の金沢工業大学の准教授に至るまで、そしてこれからの展望についてお話をお伺いしました。狩野さんの挑戦を続けるかっこいい生き方、その背景にある苦悩も含めて、超オープンにお話しいただきましたよ。ぜひ聞いてください！
Show notes
ICT4D
School of Information, Univefrsity of Michigan
Rwanda ICT CHamber | Facebook（ルワンダICT商工会議所）
ルワンダ人自身が創る情報通信技術の戦略計画の実施（山中専門家） | 外務省
ABD
狩野剛研究室 | 金沢工業大学
2023-06-1800 minPodcast – Fairly.fm270 ICT4Dネホリハホリの会「狩野剛さん 2/2」（Behind the ICT4D Lab）ICT4D 012Behind the ICT4D Lab hosted by
Kanot
Kaoru Akimoto
Akiko Kitamura
概要
ICT4Dの新企画。魅力あふれる個性いっぱいマニアックなオンラインコミュニティ「ICT4D Lab」メンバーってどんな人？なんでそんなことしてるの？興味深々な人、実は多いですよね。そんな意外に知らないLabメンバーのキャリアやプライベートなことまで。ネホリハホリ聞いちゃいます。
記念すべき第1回はLab代表の狩野剛さんです。2回に渡ってお送りいたします。
後半はミシガン大学への留学や途中の帰国を経て現職の金沢工業大学の准教授に至るまで、そしてこれからの展望についてお話をお伺いしました。狩野さんの挑戦を続けるかっこいい生き方、その背景にある苦悩も含めて、超オープンにお話しいただきましたよ。ぜひ聞いてください！
Show notes
ICT4D
School of Information, Univefrsity of Michigan
Rwanda ICT CHamber | Facebook（ルワンダICT商工会議所）
ルワンダ人自身が創る情報通信技術の戦略計画の実施（山中専門家） | 外務省
ABD
狩野剛研究室 | 金沢工業大学
2023-06-1800 min
The Homeless Romantic PodcastLaura Hosman Ph.D. | Making the World Better with Technology | International Development #145 HRMy friend Laura Hosman is an Associate Professor in the School for the Future of Innovation in Society at Arizona State University (ASU). She also holds the position of Senior Global Futures Scientist at the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory and is an Associate Professor in The Polytechnic School at the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.
TEDxIIT – Dr. Laura Hosman – Technology for Development: No Shortcuts
Dr. Hosman’s research focuses on the role of information and communications technology (ICT) in developing countries, with a particular emphasis on its impact on socio-cultural factors, human develo...2023-05-2230 minThe Homeless Romantic PodcastLaura Hosman Ph.D. | Making the World Better with Technology | International Development #145 HRMy friend Laura Hosman is an Associate Professor in the School for the Future of Innovation in Society at Arizona State University (ASU). She also holds the position of Senior Global Futures Scientist at the Julie Ann Wrigley Global Futures Laboratory and is an Associate Professor in The Polytechnic School at the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.
TEDxIIT – Dr. Laura Hosman – Technology for Development: No Shortcuts
Dr. Hosman’s research focuses on the role of information and communications technology (ICT) in developing countries, with a particular emphasis on its impact on socio-cultural factors, human develo...2023-05-2230 min
ParticipateLearning Through Play: The Right To Play PodcastThe Right to Play project, named the Plug-in-Play (PiP) introduces Learning through Play and Technology (LtPT) as an innovative approach to support the delivery of Science Elementary Technology (SET) to improve learning outcomes for upper primary students in Rwanda. Responding to the Government of Rwanda’s commitment to leverage ICT and technology to promote holistic skill development among children, the PiP project works in partnership with key stakeholders at the national, regional, and district levels to implement LtPT approaches in upper primary classrooms.For a recording with English subtitles check out this link2023-04-2623 min
MedxTek AfricaEp32 - Africa CDC's vision for digital health transformationJean-Philbert Nsengimana is Africa CDC's Chief Digital Advisor. He is also a former minister of ICT in Rwanda. In this episode, Phil shares Africa CDC's vision for digitally transforming Africa's public health systems. Among other things, we talk about Africa CDC's inaugural digital transformation strategy which will be launched on March 6, 2023 at the Africa Health Agenda International Conference (AHAIC 2023) in Kigali. For more information about AHAIC 2023, please visit: https://ahaic.org/
MedxTek Africa is produced and hosted by Dr Sam Oti, and co-edited by Veronica Ojiambo.
If you have any thoughts on this episode, or re...2023-02-2630 min
Newscast - AfricaRwanda Signs Four Major Energy Deals With Eni OilRwanda and Eni, an Italian energy company, have signed four cooperation agreements to develop innovative joint initiatives in agriculture, the protection of unique forest ecosystems, technology, and health. The four agreements were signed with the Rwanda Development Board, the Health Ministry, the National Industrial Research and Development Agency, and the Ministry of ICT and Innovation on November 24. The project, which represents the first 'open-air laboratory' on the African continent, according to officials, will use the most advanced precision farming techniques to produce quality seeds in Rwanda.2022-11-2800 min
WTDC, Kigali 2022 #ITUWTDCWTDC, Kigali 2022_ Hon. Paula Ingabire, Minister, ICT and Innovation, Rwanda - Opening SpeechHon. Paula Ingabire, Minister of ICT and Innovation, Rwanda, speech at the Opening of the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC), Kigali, Rwanda, 6 -16 June 2022.#ITUWTDC2022-06-1603 min
Viewpoints with BrendaNshuti Lucy Mbabazi on Cashless Economies as a Tool for Financial InclusionNshuti Lucy Mbabazi is the Lead for Africa Advocacy & Partnerships at the United Nations Better than Cash Alliance, tasked with ensuring that digital payments reach and work for every African. Nshuti holds several advisory roles with a number of organizations such as Girl Effect, Girls in ICT Rwanda, Leo Africa Institute, BBOXX Rwanda and RICTA Rwanda. Nshuti previously worked with Rwanda Development Board, Visa Inc. and Ecobank Group. On this episode, Nshuti breaks down the misconceptions around cashless economies and explains how cashless economies can facilitate financial inclusion. Nshuti also speaks about the policies that African stakeholders in...2022-05-2028 min
The Vatel PodcastBalancing School and Running a Business with Axel RutayisireAxel Rutayisire is a student at Vatel Rwanda and also the founding partner of Garrah Events. Axel shares his experience on how he and his friends saw an opportunity and turned it into a business. With over 60% of the continent’s population being under the age of 25, more and more young people are taking advantage of gaps and opportunities in their communities to start their own businesses and drive social impact.
NOTES: Axel Rutayisire shares with us how he and his co-founders started Garrah Events during the Covid-19 pandemic, how they have grown so far and the le...2022-03-1447 minThe Vatel PodcastChoosing the right team for your company with Christian Irakoze.Building a successful team is about more than finding a group of people with the right mix of professional skills - Do they genuinely have an interest? Do they understand the goal you are working towards? In this episode Christian Irakoze shares with us what he believes needs to be done in choosing the right team and motivating them to achieve set goals. Christian Irakoze, is the Founder and CEO of Eza Neza, a company specializing in hydroponics and greenhouse horticulture, and is also the first commercial hydroponic precision farm in Rwanda.
NOTES: In this instalment, Christian...2022-02-281h 08The Vatel PodcastIntroducing Season 2 of the Vatel PodcastWelcome back to the 2nd season of the Vatel podcast. This season, we talk to young entrepreneurs in Rwanda who share valuable lessons from their journey as entrepreneurs. We cover topics such as how to choose the right team, how to set up a new venture, the value of strategic branding and how to thrive as a business in a competitive market. The theme for this season’s episodes is “Entrepreneurship as a Young Person”.
NOTES: The podcast series are part of the Vatel Rwanda’s e-learning program and recorded at the ICT Innovation Center, a center that fost...2022-02-1401 min
The Vatel PodcastPractical Tools for Time Management with Oluwasijibomi AdesinaIn the digital age, processes have been simplified and work made easier through various online tools that have somewhat served as our personal assistants. In the final episode of the Time Management series, Project Assistant of the Vatel Rwanda COVID-19 Recovery Resilience Program Oluwasijibomi Adesina gives a few tips on how to leverage digital resources to manage your time better as a young person who wears many hats and has a hybrid career.
NOTES: This episode is the final episode of the Time Management series and features Project Assistant Oluwasijibomi Adesina. We advise you to start with...2021-11-0338 minThe Vatel PodcastMastering the Art of Time Management as a Young Professional with Diana KamiliYou have mastered the art of seeking opportunities and have achieved your goals but you are now overwhelmed. Your work seems to be too much and you can’t seem to strike the perfect work-life balance. You’re not alone. Studies actually show that the biggest cause of burnout in the working world is poor time management. Many young people struggle to set clear priorities and end up performing below their potential. We kick off the Time Management 2-part series with Rwanda Ministry of ICT Working Sector Group Coordinator, Diana Kamili, who explains how she juggles all her jobs and...2021-10-2030 minThe Vatel PodcastSeeking out opportunities in the hospitality industry with Felly KarenziWith a rapidly growing hospitality and tourism industry, Rwanda has taken great strides in ensuring that young people take advantage of the opportunities that this growth is providing. Despite having a plethora of programs developed to build young people’s skills in the industry, a lot of young people don’t know how to access these opportunities. In this final episode of the Seeking Opportunities as Young Person, Senior Capacity Building Analyst for Justice and Tourism sectors at the Rwanda Development Board, Nkusi Felly Karenzi, breaks down the different programs open to young people in hospitality and tourism and defi...2021-10-0637 minThe Vatel PodcastNavigating Entrepreneurship as a Young Person with Ornella BisamazaThe Business Insider reported that Africa has the highest percentage of entrepreneurs among working-age adults of any continent in the world, with the majority of the entrepreneurs being women. With over 60% of the continent’s population being under the age of 25, more and more young people are solving the continent’s problems by establishing their own businesses, creating employment and making social impact. While the working world is in need of young talent with innovative ideas, another aspect of seeking opportunities is in fact creating opportunities and that’s what we tackle in this 3rd episode of the Seeking Opport...2021-09-2243 minThe Vatel PodcastStepping out of your Comfort Zone with Bonita MutoniTaking risks and being bold in pursuit of your dreams is often lauded and accompanied by many dozens of stories by successful people and companies. Mark zuckerburg has been praised for creating the seemingly ridiculous idea of a virtual yearbook and turning it into one of the biggest companies in the world, and Oprah Winfrey for turning her “downgrade” segment into one of the biggest talk shows and later production company. However, even with all these success stories to use as reference, many young people are still afraid to step out of their comfort zones. In this second episode of t...2021-09-0836 minThe Vatel PodcastHow to stand out when seeking out opportunities with Cecile Dusabe“If you want to stand out from a crowd, give people a reason not to forget you”. These famous words by Richard Branson ring true for Sales Development Specialist and Academic Advisor, Cecile Dusabe Isimbi as she shares her experience with finding herself and her niche in the highly competitive tourism industry. Cecile kicks off the 4-part series on Seeking Opportunities as a Young person by taking a deep dive into the importance of always going the extra mile when seeking to be noticed for your work and emphasizes the importance of self-awareness when attempting to find your footing in a...2021-08-2550 minThe Vatel PodcastFinancial Goal Setting with Joelle UmutesiYou now know the basics of personal money management, you have developed good habits and have done the necessary self-learning- how do you then move on to setting realistic financial goals and keep yourself accountable? In the final episode of the financial literacy 3-part series, Director of Finances at Irembo, Joelle Umutesi, shares her personal evolution on managing her finances as a college student and as a young person in the workforce. She gives us the “Plan, Budget & Analyze” 3-step process on how to set and achieve your financial goals.
NOTES: In the final installment of the Finan...2021-08-1121 minThe Vatel PodcastFundamentals of Financial Literacy with Ken KhaembaBeing wise with your finances is great- but what if you don’t even know what being financially savvy is? What if you don’t know the basic finance terms that would help you navigate your personal journey to becoming more responsible with your income? Words like “budget”, “interest” and `` financial goals” may sound familiar but do you really know what they mean and how they can affect your personal finance management? Finance Manager and entrepreneur, Ken Khaemba, unpacks the fundamentals of financial literacy in this second episode of the 3-part Financial Literacy series, and speaks about the basics that everyone...2021-07-2839 minThe Vatel PodcastAchieving Financial Fitness with Isaac NkusiBloomberg recently reported that 3 out of 4 recent graduates said they wish a class on personal finance had been a mandatory part of their education. The truth is, many young adults, especially those transitioning into the workforce, often lack financial fitness strategies. They often shy away from educating themselves on personal finance and lack the self-regulation it takes to become financially fit. In the first episode of the financial literacy 3-part series, Founder of Success Through Perspective and Personal Money Management Trainer & Coach, Isaac Nkusi dives into some of the best practices that young people can adopt in order to...2021-07-0549 minThe Vatel PodcastIntroducing the Vatel Rwanda PodcastThe majority of the population of Rwanda is young (age 14-35 years). More young people are joining the workforce than ever before after graduating from universities and TVET schools. This raises the question of whether young professionals have skills required to create a sustainable future. One of the main hurdles that students face after graduating is seeking opportunities. This podcast will tackle the universal basics that can act as a compass to the fresh graduates and other students.
NOTES: The podcast series are part of the Vatel Rwanda COVID-19 Recovery Resilience Program in partnership with the Mastercard...2021-06-2901 min
Design Your LegacyCultural Handover with Ronnie MainaRonnie Maina is the Director of TBM, a family owned ICT business based out of Nairobi-Kenya; he's a next gen who has made it his mission to help steer the family business through the current succession phase.-Ronnie Maina sets the scene in the year 1967 when his father, the founder of the family business, left his agriculture village setting to move to the cosmopolitan city of Nairobi, Kenya. As Kenya has over fifty (50) tribes, Ronnie’s father had to assimilate with the city landscape as well as the newfound corporate lifestyle as an IBM executive. Ronnie states “Fear can bring out...2021-05-281h 20
Kenyan WallstreetWe Are Curious Episode 13| Of EPRA's Hold on Pump Prices, the 30% Local Ownership Requirement, Rwanda's e-mobility Incentives, and the Curious Case of Turkey's Crypto banThe government's requirement for international ICT Companies to have at least 30% local ownership could be interesting for investors and give the government more control over the data they obtain and how they use it. EPRA's decision to maintain pump prices hit retailer's margins, although the regulator attributed the move to a weaker dollar. This is likely to affect lower-scale Oil Marketing Companies in the sector. A stabilization fund would help lower fuel prices, protecting the country from direct shocks from changes in global oil prices. Rwanda is making bold steps in e-mobility following its announced incentives in the cost...2021-04-1838 min
CEO Roundtable bridging AsiaEP19 ARED (Rwanda) multi-service digital edge platform to help bridge the digital gaps in Africa.Today's guest is Henri Nyakarundi, founder and CEO of A.R.E.D in Rwanda
Henri is a tech startup entrepreneur, author of "My African Dream and Vlogger
ARED is a deep tech micro-infrastructure company to help bridge the digital gap in developing countries. To Achieve that goal ARED developed 3 pieces of technology.
1. A mini-server solution that can store multiple types of digital applications such as distributed storage solution, android app system, surveys etc.. on the edge and distribute them via WIFI.
2. A solar kiosk platform to power the technology but al...2021-03-0233 min
Foreign Policy PlaylistAF: Africa's Digital FutureAfrica is not only building new roads and airports but also getting wired up for a vast expansion of digital services. Innovations in ICT are helping fill in the gaps when it comes to things like banking and education and is the engine behind creative new businesses throughout Africa. This episode features stories from the tech campus Seme City in Benin, coders like Betelhem Dessie, and startups like poa! Internet.In the second half of the how, co-host Carol Pineau leads a roundtable discussion with:Paula Ingabire, Minister of ICT and Innovation in Rwanda,2021-02-2542 min
Africa ForwardAfrica's Digital RevolutionAfrica is not only building new roads and airports but also getting wired up for a vast expansion of digital services. Innovations in ICT are helping fill in the gaps when it comes to things like banking and education and is the engine behind creative new businesses throughout Africa. This episode features stories from the tech campus Seme City in Benin, coders like Betelhem Dessie, and startups like poa! Internet.
In the second half of the how, co-host Carol Pineau leads a roundtable discussion with Paula Ingabire, Minister of ICT and Innovation in Rwanda, Brian Herlihy, founder of SEACOM, and...2021-02-0939 min
Cumberland LodgeCommonwealth Futures: Youth Perspectives - with Her Excellency Yamina KaritanyiThe High Commissioner for the Republic of Rwanda to the UK, and non-resident Ambassador to Ireland, Her Excellency Yamina Karitanyi, speaks to Cumberland Lodge Chief Executive, Edmund Newell, as part of the Cumberland Lodge 'Commonwealth Futures: Youth Perspectives' symposium held on 1-3 December 2019.
Her Excellency discusses the important role of young people in the Commonwealth, and the particular importance of ICT innovation and the rule of law for Commonwealth futures.
This podcast was recorded at Cumberland Lodge on 3 December, as part of a meeting of young leaders and students from across the Commonwealth, organised in partnership with the Association of...2019-12-1612 min
Faces of Digital HealthF056 Digital health in Africa 1/4: Spreading health information in Tanzania (Mariatheresa Samson Kadushi)Africa has 54 countries, that differ a lot in terms of their quality of care, political situation, and innovation. This short series explores healthcare in 4 African countries: - the most populous African country Nigeria with 200 million people, presented by a medical doctor and entrepreneur Ocoche Ubenyi, CEO of Nimedix Ecosystem,- South Africa with 59 million people is presented by a serial entrepreneur Sheraan Amod, currently the CEO RecoMed - South Africa’s largest doctor’s appointment booking platform. - Rwanda - a country with 12,6 million people and less than 700 doctors is presented by Patrick Singa Muhosa, Chief Medical Officer of Babyl - th...2019-11-2131 min
African DialogueRwanda and ICTRwanda is fast becoming a beacon of a progressive country in Africa. It has increased its women representation in Parliament, beating its current world record of 64 percent. This means out of a total parliamentary membership of 80, women occupy 54 seats. Meanwhile the country has unleashed the first Smartphones Made Entirely in Africa; the Mara Group has opened a new plant in Kigali to manufacture two smartphones, the Mara X and Mara Z. On the other hand a few years ago Rwanda made headlines as the first country to pilot blood deliveries by drone. Technology can save lives and this is a...2019-10-2237 min
African DialogueRwanda and ICTRwanda is fast becoming a beacon of a progressive country in Africa. It has increased its women representation in Parliament, beating its current world record of 64 percent. This means out of a total parliamentary membership of 80, women occupy 54 seats. Meanwhile the country has unleashed the first Smartphones Made Entirely in Africa; the Mara Group has opened a new plant in Kigali to manufacture two smartphones, the Mara X and Mara Z. On the other hand a few years ago Rwanda made headlines as the first country to pilot blood deliveries by drone. Technology can save lives and this is a...2019-10-2237 min
Tech In Africa - Meet the Founders PodcastTech In Africa - The Spotlights #5TechInAfrica – Kenya has been positioned as the second most innovative country in sub-Saharan Africa after South Africa while Mauritius came in third, this is as indicated by a report by the World Intellectual Property Organization.The report ascribed Kenya’s situation to its inventive qualities, particularly the entrance to credit, and microfinance gross advances where it positions sixth on the planet.Kenya was likewise commended for utilizing development to improve social insurance, particularly the open private organizations that have brought enormous advantages.The report noticed that “Kenya has a reputation for accoun...2019-08-1702 min
The Female Insight ZoneLucy Mbabazi: Getting A Seat at the TableAs the Country Manager of Visa Rwanda, Lucy Mbabazi oversees operations in Rwanda, Burundi and Malawi. Prior to this role, she led the implementation of Visa—Government of Rwanda Public Private Partnership initiatives, established to lay the foundation for the digitization of Rwanda’s economy and financial inclusion. Mbabazi has also served as Policy and Strategy Advisor to the Head of Information Technology at the Rwanda Development Board, the coordinating body of all Government of Rwanda ICT initiatives. There she led the development of Rwanda’s National ICT Plan, guiding Rwanda’s transformation into the vision of an ICT driven society...2016-10-2821 min