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Conversations and PlugsThe Role of Activism in Building a Business: A Chat with Dan AcedaIn this episode of Conversations & Plugs, we chat with Dan Aceda—activist, musician, architect, and founder of Semabox. We discuss how activism and business intersect and how his passion for social change influences his entrepreneurial journey. Dan also shares his thoughts on the future of African podcasting, the importance of IP protection for creatives, and the infrastructure needed to nurture Africa’s creative economy.📌 Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Dan Aceda’s journey04:30 - How activism influences business12:15 - The future of podcasting in Africa20:45 - Building Africa’s creative economy29:00...2025-04-271h 05
Legally CluelessEp301 - Lupita Nyong'o On Healing, Shame, Family & Loving Your BodyTo wrap 2024, we brought together some ofour favouriteKenyan women in media & filmfor an evening in conversation with Lupita Nyong'o! Adelle, Lupita & The ladies weaved throughbody positivity, healing, shame, family and so much more! Remember to check out Lupita's podcast "Mind Your Own"on AFRIPODS: https://afripods.africa/ Special thanks to:AFRIPODS for putting this interview togetherhttps://afripods.africaSEMABOX for being our technical supportRONIN PRODUCTIONS as our post-production partner Watch our East Africa Tour Series here: www.youtube.com/c...2024-12-161h 03
Legally CluelessEp301 - Lupita Nyong'o On Healing, Shame, Family & Loving Your Body To wrap 2024, we brought together some ofour favourite Kenyan women in media & filmfor an evening in conversation with Lupita Nyong'o.Adelle, Lupita & The ladies weaved throughbody positivity, healing, shame, family and so much more!Remember to check out Lupita's podcast "Mind Your Own" on AFRIPODS: https://afripods.africa/Special thanks to:AFRIPODS for putting this interview togetherhttps://afripods.africaSEMABOX for being our technical support2024-12-161h 03
VIP ACCESSVIP ACCESS Podcast Season 4 is BIGGER & BADDER!Couldn't be more excited to present Seas 4 of VIP ACCESS Podcast (premiering Feb 6th 2024). The new season will explore the role of women in the music industry while spotlighting the expansion of African music.Drawn from Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Rwanda, South Africa, Nigeria, Australia and the US, featured artists will include Tina Ardor, Wandiri Karimi, Elsy Wameyo, Barak Jacuzzi, DJ Sbu, Nviiri The Storyteller, Angie Mwandanda, Rosa Ree, Ariel Wayz, Pia Pounds, June Gachui, Aaron Rimbui, Bakhita, Liboi, Akoth Jumadi, TheOnlyRosa, Coco Em, Do2dtun, Evajay and Jess White.Don't miss the most exciting season...2024-01-3000 min
SambazaSTATE OF THE AFRIPODNATION with DAN ASEDA (Sema Box) part 2STATE OF THE AFRIPODNATION with DAN ASEDA (Sema Box) part 2
Sambaza host of the Sambaza Podcast chats with Dan Aseda of Sema Box about the state of the african podcasting landscape. A recap of podcasting around Africa and the rest of the world
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95 Riverside Drive Nairobi
KeyStone Park
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email: hello@semabox.net2023-11-2721 minSambazaSTATE OF THE AFRIPODNATION with DAN ASEDA (Sema Box) part 1STATE OF THE AFRIPOD-NATION with DAN ASEDA (Sema Box) part 1
Sambaza host of the Sambaza Podcast chats with Dan Aseda of Sema Box about the state of the african podcasting landscape. A recap of podcasting around Africa and the rest of the world
SemaBOX
95 Riverside Drive Nairobi
KeyStone Park
2nd Floor, Block B
email: hello@semabox.net2023-11-1921 min
Yes Girls Podcast | Do, Be, Learn Something New48. Feminism - the radical notion that women are people too. Shocking, right?! w/ Doris Onyango - YesticleThis special episode, otherwise known as a Yesticle, features one of the "doulas" that helped bring this podcast to life in early 2021--- Doris Onyango, the Production Manager at SemaBOX, Africa's largest podcast incubator.She has an engaging conversation with Akumu and Claire that delves into the world of female empowerment, feminism, and women's rights, touching on gender stereotypes, women's liberation, gender discrimination, women's movements, feminist movements, the gender pay gap, women's education, and women's representation.Timestamps for Specific Segments(00:00) Intro(01:55) Meet Doris Onyango2023-10-1444 min
Pure Digital Passion with Moses KemibaroA Conversation with Visa's James Kabuthi & NCBA's Jimmy Mwang'ondi On How The Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI) In Kenya & East Africa Enables Fintechs.In the latest episode of the 'Pure Digital Passion' podcast, we took a deep dive into the heart of fintech innovation in East Africa. The session, held at the buzzing SemaBox at Baraza Media Lab in Nairobi on the 5th of September 2023 brought together James Kabuthi from Visa East Africa and Jimmy Mwang'ondi from Loop DFS, a subsidiary of the NCBA Group.
From the Visa Everywhere Initiative (VEI) to the power of strategic partnerships, we unravelled the avenues that are setting the stage for an exciting fintech future in the region. Here’s a glimpse into the sp...2023-09-151h 04
Create Your Life SeriesCYLS 196: Africa X Podcasting - The Emergence of Industry with Dan Aceda, Kim Fox, Molly Jensen, Anthony Fraser and Kevin Y. BrownEpisode Summary
In this special episode of the Africa X series, Kevin Y. Brown moderates a discussion on The Emergence of the African podcast industry with a panel of four experts who all contribute to content in the African podcasting ecosystem: Dan Aceda, Kim Fox, Molly Jensen, and Anthony Frasier. The panel goes through statistics on African creators and their listenership, giving their takes on where the industry’s strengths lie, areas for growth, and what needs to happen to get there. They discuss how the organizations that they are a part of–Afripods, SemaBOX, PodFest Cairo, and...2023-08-0840 minCreate Your Life SeriesCYLS 190: Africa X Podcasting - Pioneering the Kenyan Podcast Journeys with Dan Aceda & Doris OnyangoEpisode Summary
In this episode host Kevin Y. Brown is joined by Dan Aceda and Doris Onyango of SemaBOX. SemaBOX is a podcasting studio that began as a podcasting incubator. In the past year there have been over 600 episodes produced through SemaBOX. Dan and Doris provide a wealth of knowledge and resources centered around the history and culture of podcasting in Africa. Please join Kevin in learning more about these two amazing individuals and how they have been able to influence and advance the podcasting industry in Africa.
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Working Moms KEMarried at 25, Financial Crisis, Parenting, Separation and the Grace of God - SN 2 Ep 2My guest has been a personal mentor of mine for a couple of years now, and every time I listen to him I learn so much and this episode was no different. As much as this was way out of his comfort zone, he shared his story with such clarity and gratitude and as he says, women/mothers have superpowers and the minute they unleash them, boy oh boy! His wife is his HERO in every way and I hope this story sheds some light to any struggling married couple trying to raise children. Shop his s...2023-05-281h 33Working Moms KE9 God Given Roles of a Father in a Child's Life - Sn 2 Ep 1Philbert Mdinda is a married father of 4, the marketing manager in one of the leading media houses in Kenya, a staunch christian, an author and a mentor. If I tell you it was an honour to have him in studio, it's because I mean it. The shoot did not go as we planned, anything that could have gone wrong technically went wrong, but the devil is a liar and we managed to salvage part of the interview. So hope you get some good gems from this wonderful conversation. 2023-05-2530 minWorking Moms KESeason Two Ice-breaker/Bonus Episode/Get two know meGet two know me2023-05-2143 minWorking Moms KEHow to prepare to go back to work after maternity break - Episode 9It's her clarity for greatness for me! As always, i hope this episode inspires you to greatness, whether within your current field or any other field that life may bring your way. Follow us on IG @workingMomsKE Listen to us on Apple Podcast and on Spotify, just search Working Moms KE2023-04-2948 minWorking Moms KERaising two kids as a young couple - Plus Finances and letting go of life expectationsA very special episode. This is the first time I interviewed someone who is not within my circle and I loved taking notes from her experiences. Its been four weeks if not five, since we shoot this episode and since then, I have come up with a routine for me and my daughter that has been life changing. I hope this episode encourages a mom out there. Follow us on IG @workingMomsKE Listen to us on Apple Podcast and on Spotify, just search Working Moms KE2023-04-1248 minWorking Moms KEFrom a Teen Mom to a Corporate Career Woman - Fuelled for success - Episode 7I really enjoyed listening to how getting a child in Campus fuelled Frecia's drive for success. And I have been privileged enough to experience her drive, how she builds and motivates others even without knowing and I can't help but thank God for such women. I hope you can get encouraged by her story. Follow us on IG @workingMomsKE Watch us on Youtube Working Moms KE Listen to us on Apple Podcast and on Spotify, just search Working Moms KE2023-04-1258 minWorking Moms KELoving every part of pregnancy, motherhood and being a wife - Episode 6Today’s episode is a story I personally was longing to listen to. When Riziki who is a long time friend of mine, mentioned she was decided to be a stay at home mom and dedicate all her time to raising her son, I was more shocked than impressed. But listening to this episode I could see how and why one would take that route and I have nothing but respect. Follow us on IG @workingMomsKE Watch us on Youtube https://youtu.be/n5VpTsMq0B4 Listen to us on Apple Podcast and on Spotify, search Working Moms KE2023-04-1256 minWorking Moms KEA story of hope, sometimes being a working mom is bliss - Episode 5This episode is one is what we all want our story to be! So much positivity and hope. Sometimes you only need the right support to make your working mom lifestyle work. #workingmomske link in bio I hope this one encourages you in some way. Follow us on IG @workingMomsKE Watch on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@workingmomske/featured Listen to us on Apple Podcast and on Spotify, search Working Moms KE2023-04-121h 08Working Moms KEBeing told she would not conceive/Navigating PCOS or Ovarian Cysts/Dusit Attack/New Job while pregnantIn this episode my guests Yvonne Nkirote, walks us through her diagnosis of Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) which you she described as cysts around her ovaries, her doctor made her believe be very difficult if not impossible to have children, and for a woman like her, who had wanted to do something more with herself, like have children, this was devastating. But who is God! Right between her medication she conceived. She also walks us through how she managed to get a new job and had to disclose that she was already 5 months pregnant in an organisation that involved travel a...2023-03-051h 09Working Moms KEMotherhood as a Corporate Woman Leader. A story of grace and resilience.Mary’s story is one that encourages every working mom to find the balance and to remain gracious through it all. In her words, being a good mom does not mean being a KYM, funny but that was it for me. Listen to how she balanced a senior management position at work all while being a first mom, struggling with breastfeeding and going through a divorce. I hope this story inspires every mom out there to rise above and conquer. #WorkingMomsKE2023-02-261h 04Working Moms KEDifficult Pregnancy due to health complications/ Preterm baby (7 months) plus so much moreZeanat Awan is a dear friend of mine, and in this episode she walks us through her very difficult pregnancy due to health complications, which included two stomach surgeries, all the way to having her son pre-term(28 weeks) through an emergency caesarian section. All in all, today her son is the happiest and most playful baby I have ever met. Zeanat is a Shariah compliant real estate Guru, a digital marketer with her own marketing agency and has a candy shop that was inspired by her love for sweet things. Hope this episode will encourage you.2023-02-2655 minWorking Moms KEIntroduction of the Working Moms KE podcastPodcast promise: Authentic, vulnerable, raw and real personal stories on how each mom (guest) has been navigating motherhood while working; whether in a 9-5, self-employment, working from home etc. We hope you love it here.2023-01-2455 min
Radio 4000It takes twoIn this episode of Radio 4000, we focus on men and boys. Our guests, Thulani and Shawn, discuss how sexual, reproductive health & HIV programmes benefit from targeting the needs of men, boys and young women. They unpack the successful Coach Mpilo model. We also hear about masculinity and issues men face, from rugby legend and UNICEF Regional Ambassador, Tendai 'Beast' Mtawarira. This podcast is brought to you by UNICEF, The Global Fund and HER Voice Fund.2022-12-2632 minRadio 4000PrEPping adolescent girls and young womenOral PrEP has proven to be a highly effective strategy in preventing HIV infection in adolescent girls and young women. However, challenges remain in supporting the proper and sustained use of PrEP among this highly vulnerable group. This episode outlines the evidence and lessons from implementation, as well as key considerations highlighted through a recent PrEP think tank centred on adolescent girls and young women, facilitated by UNICEF and the Global Fund. This was supported by partners including WHO AFRO. This podcast is brought to you by UNICEF, The Global Fund and HER Voice Fund.2022-12-1928 minRadio 4000The power of peersEastern and Southern Africa is home to 1.74 million adolescents living with HIV. In this region, AIDS is the leading cause of adolescent mortality. In this episode, we explore how investing in appropriate and quality programmes for this key group can improve relevant health outcomes and subgroups, such as those who are pregnant and breastfeeding, as well as impact HIV prevention. This podcast is brought to you by UNICEF, The Global Fund and HER Voice Fund.2022-12-1230 minRadio 4000Adolescent friendly services: what works?Navigating the healthcare system can be challenging for anyone, and even more so for adolescents seeking HIV & sexual reproductive health (SRH) services. In this episode, we explore good practice examples of successful adolescent-friendly health service delivery and understand how these can be integrated into adolescent girls' SRH and HIV programmes. This podcast is brought to you by UNICEF, The Global Fund and HER Voice Fund.2022-12-0528 minRadio 4000Improving lives of adolescent girls and young womenIn east and southern Africa, young women continue to be disproportionately at risk of HIV infection and other sexual and reproductive health challenges. There is an urgent need to scale-up well-designed and effective programmes that meet the sexual and reproductive health and HIV-related needs of young women in the region. In this episode our guest, UNICEF Associate Director of HIV/AIDS Anurita Bains, unpacks practical steps that programme implementers can use to integrate key guidance to improve the quality and delivery of programmes for adolescent girls and young women. This podcast is brought to you by UNICEF, The Global Fund...2022-11-3034 minRadio 4000It takes twoIn this episode of Radio 4000, we focus on men and boys. Our guests, Thulani and Shawn, discuss how sexual, reproductive health & HIV programmes benefit from targeting the needs of men, boys and young women. They unpack the successful Coach Mpilo model. We also hear about masculinity and issues men face, from rugby legend and UNICEF Regional Ambassador, Tendai 'Beast' Mtawarira. This podcast is brought to you by UNICEF, The Global Fund and HER Voice Fund.2022-11-2932 minRadio 4000PrEPping adolescent girls and young womenOral PrEP has proven to be a highly effective strategy in preventing HIV infection in adolescent girls and young women. However, challenges remain in supporting the proper and sustained use of PrEP among this highly vulnerable group. This episode outlines the evidence and lessons from implementation, as well as key considerations highlighted through a recent PrEP think tank centred on adolescent girls and young women, facilitated by UNICEF and the Global Fund. This was supported by partners including WHO AFRO. This podcast is brought to you by UNICEF, The Global Fund and HER Voice Fund.2022-11-2928 minRadio 4000The power of peersEastern and Southern Africa is home to 1.74 million adolescents living with HIV. In this region, AIDS is the leading cause of adolescent mortality. In this episode, we explore how investing in appropriate and quality programmes for this key group can improve relevant health outcomes and subgroups, such as those who are pregnant and breastfeeding, as well as impact HIV prevention. This podcast is brought to you by UNICEF, The Global Fund and HER Voice Fund.2022-11-2930 minRadio 4000Adolescent friendly services: what works?Navigating the healthcare system can be challenging for anyone, and even more so for adolescents seeking HIV & sexual reproductive health (SRH) services. In this episode, we explore good practice examples of successful adolescent-friendly health service delivery and understand how these can be integrated into adolescent girls' SRH and HIV programmes. This podcast is brought to you by UNICEF, The Global Fund and HER Voice Fund.2022-11-2828 minRadio 4000Improving lives of adolescent girls and young womenIn east and southern Africa, young women continue to be disproportionately at risk of HIV infection and other sexual and reproductive health challenges. There is an urgent need to scale-up well-designed and effective programmes that meet the sexual and reproductive health and HIV-related needs of young women in the region. In this episode our guest, UNICEF Associate Director of HIV/AIDS Anurita Bains, unpacks practical steps that programme implementers can use to integrate key guidance to improve the quality and delivery of programmes for adolescent girls and young women. This podcast is brought to you by UNICEF, The Global Fund...2022-11-2834 minRadio 4000Introduction to Radio 4000Each week, 4000 adolescent girls and young women in sub-Saharan Africa acquire HIV. Radio 4000 was created as a platform to discuss, respond and promote peer-to-peer learning about the models that work. Our goal is to amplify their voices and to center their preferences and experiences. We share stories, best practices, and tools to improve our everyday work.2022-11-2806 minRadio 4000Introduction to Radio 4000Each week, 4000 adolescent girls and young women in sub-Saharan Africa acquire HIV. Radio 4000 was created as a platform to discuss, respond and promote peer-to-peer learning about the models that work. Our goal is to amplify their voices and to center their preferences and experiences. We share stories, best practices, and tools to improve our everyday work.2022-11-2806 minRadio 4000Radio 4000 PromoWelcome to Radio 4000, a podcast for implementers working to improve HIV and sexual reproductive health services for adolescent girls and young women. Each week, 4000 adolescent girls and young women in sub-Saharan Africa acquire HIV. Radio 4000 was created as a platform to discuss and respond. Our goal is to amplify their voices and to centre their preferences and experiences. We share stories, best practises and tools to improve your everyday work. This podcast is made possible by UNICEF in partnership with the Global Fund and the Her Voice Fund Radio 4000 engage, enable empower.2022-11-2500 minRadio 4000Radio 4000 PromoWelcome to Radio 4000, a podcast for implementers working to improve HIV and sexual reproductive health services for adolescent girls and young women. Each week, 4000 adolescent girls and young women in sub-Saharan Africa acquire HIV. Radio 4000 was created as a platform to discuss and respond. Our goal is to amplify their voices and to centre their preferences and experiences. We share stories, best practises and tools to improve your everyday work. This podcast is made possible by UNICEF in partnership with the Global Fund and the Her Voice Fund Radio 4000 engage, enable empower.2022-11-2500 min
The Anna Dives ShowOvercoming impostor syndrome- quick tips with bossbabe Wangari Tango, Renewable Engineering expert.This week, we will be sharing some quick tips from one of my favorite bossbabe Wangari Tango, a renewable engineering expert and Director Africa Wind Power, Global Wind Energy Council. She has succeeded in a predominantly male dominated field and joined me on the podcast to share quick tips on how to be a bossbabe in any field! Here we go! ____________________________________________________________ Follow me on instagram https://bit.ly/3GAlV9r _____________________________________________________________ This podcast is produced by Podcast production company SemaBox. Visit their website and all their social media places if you want to kno...2022-03-3101 minThe Anna Dives ShowMonitor your child's online activities with Dr. Bright MawudorWhen our kids are using their smart phones and gadgets, they are accessing the same web and facing the same risks that we face as adults. From cyber bullying, to harrasment, harmful online content, grooming for sexual purposes and sexual abuse and exploitation. How do we as parents and guardians keep them safe. Leading cyber security expert in Africa, Dr. Bright Mawudor, Chief Technology Expert Xetova tells us how. _________________________________________________________________________ Register for AnnaDives.Club an exclusive online community and platform where you can get in-demand interviews and masterclasses with expert, weekly pro tips, an exclusive online accountability community and...2022-03-2339 minThe Anna Dives Show*Full Episode* - Things you must know before your Plastic Surgery with Plastic Surgeon Dr. Mukami GathirikiSo you are considering plastic surgery or you are curious to know more or maybe you are concerned for a family member who wants plastic surgery? Then watch more as Dr. Mukami a plastic surgeon in Kenya shares on everything you must know before making this very important decision! ______________________________________________________________________ Register for AnnaDives.Club an exclusive online community and platform where you can get in-demand interviews and masterclasses with expert, weekly pro tips, an exclusive online accountability community and monthly healthy African menu plans. All you need in a hub to help you live with intention and elevate yo...2022-03-2354 minThe Anna Dives ShowHow to find and keep a good nannyIn this eye opening discussion we look into how to find and keep a good nanny, and how to avoid the pitfalls that make getting or having one a nightmare! ____________________________________________________________________ I am so excited to announce the launch of the AnnaDives.Club! A platform where you can get in-demand masterclasses with expert, weekly pro tips, an exclusive online accountability community and monthly healthy African menu plans. All you need in a hub to help you live with intention and elevate your life! Only $9 per month to get access to these and more free member content. Go t...2022-03-0432 minThe Anna Dives Show3 reasons why you are not losing weight | Getting over dieting addiction | Introducing Annadives.club!In this episode we delve into why you are not losing weight despite doing everything right and how to get over the dieting addiction! ____________________________________________________________________ I am so excited to announce the launch of the AnnaDives.Club! A platform where you can get in-demand masterclasses with expert, weekly pro tips, an exclusive online accountability community and monthly healthy African menu plans. All you need in a hub to help you live with intention and elevate your life! Only $9 per month to get access to these and more free member content. Go to www.annadives.club and be part of...2022-02-2529 minThe Anna Dives ShowWhen, where and how to find a therapist that is good for youThere might be a multitude of reasons why you are seeking a therapist. Everyone should at some point in their life be in therapy- because life WILL not CAN or MIGHT will throw punches at you. So WHEN is the right time to actually seek a therapist, WHERE do you start your search, and HOW do you land the right one for you. To help us answer these questions is the Wellness Doctor, Dr. Vundi – a psychiatrist and is extremely passionate about mental health where she also educates her own podcast the Self work podcast. Listen in! _________________________________________________________________ I w...2022-02-1824 minThe Anna Dives ShowImproving your sex life and physical intimacy with sex therapist Cathy HoldenThis episode is good for those who are in a relationship, and even if you are not and are not having sex very often – we will talk about all these things in a mature adult way. I posted a question on my Instagram feed- what are the uncomfortable sex questions you have that you would not be comfortable to ask your gynaecologist but would love a sex therapist to answer! We dive into those question answering: -how to bring back passion to your physical intimacy -anatomy 101: which lady parts are connected to pleasure -pa...2022-02-1133 minThe Anna Dives ShowThe motivation to get and stay healthy with Triathlon Athlete and Dad Nanjero WilliamMotivation to get healthy is awesome but it is not enought to get you seeing the changes and results you need to see! I had a fantastic discussion with Nanjero William- a triathlon athlete, serial enterprenuer, cellist and family man who is able to juggle many jobs and still stay in top shop! Find out from him secrets to consistency rooted in purpose and the deep WHY power. Enjoy! ____________________________________ I am so excited to announce the launch of the AnnaDives.Club! A platform where you can get in-demand masterclasses with expert, weekly pro tips, an ex...2022-02-0429 min
Mazao Talks PodcastTomatoes, technology and the Future of FoodToday we discuss how technology can help the world overcome the big food waste problem and create better food sustainability for all. We talk with Winnie Yegon who talks about how she pivoted from a career in art to one in agriculture working in food systems. She offers her experience and joy in the farming process and gives us a window into the day to day role of a agricultural economist.Meanwhile Jason tells a story of how baby tomato was lagging behind and needs to ketchup. Get it?You can listen to this episode at any platform of your...2022-02-0321 min
Mazao Talks PodcastPost Pandemic Agribusiness and finding ways to invest $1MThis week we discover that $1m is actually not a lot of money that that it can go away pretty quickly when working at scale. We are joined by Mr Kiriinya Kithinji from WYLDE International to discuss the recovery strategy for agribusiness that were adversely affected by COVID 19. We redefine the meaning of "value" in value addition and measure the estimated impact of the EVERGREEN ship that got stuck in the Suez Canal.You can listen to this episode at any platform of your choosing. You can also find links and access to other materials on our website at www.m...2022-02-0342 min
Mazao Talks PodcastTaxes, Incentives and How the Queen of England eats Kenyan Sweet potatoes every dayIn this episode Sheila leads a campaign to encourage the Ministry of Agriculture to migrate all their services to an online platform for greater access to farmers who may not be physically in Nairobi. We hear about the move by the government of Kenya to create the new Huduma Center for farmers which will be an all inclusive tech platform that can support the work of farmers from production all the way to finding markets.Besides all this Mr Joshua Oluyali, from the Ministry of Agriculture teaches us about famous Kenyan food export including Kenyan grown breakfast that's served at B...2022-02-0344 minThe Anna Dives ShowIntro episode- get to know me, rock bottom moments, going from failure to fabulousWelcome to the Anna Dives show where you get tips, shortcuts and expert advise to be the best version of yourself! So excited to share with you this maiden episode, where you get to know a little more about me- my rock bottom moment, and my journey from failure to fabulous (well I am still on the journey to fabulous!). I also share my health struggle- losing a lot of weight, picking myself up from a failed business and the many lessons I learnt in that journey. Key thing is failure is part of any successful journey, and even...2022-01-2819 min
Mazao Talks PodcastGroundnuts, Superfoods and the High Libido thingThis week we travel all the way to East Asembo. We discuss the groundnuts value chain and-it's capacity to impact the economy of Siaya County. Then we come back and speak once more to Dr Wasilwa Lusike about super foods, the impact of Covid 19 on agribusiness and the future of food. Did you know that KALRO has developed well over 100 varieties of banana ? Well now you know...You can listen to this episode at any platform of your choosing. You can also find links and access to other materials on our website at www.mazao.markupkenya.org.CREDITSPhotography By Kathomi P...2022-01-1242 min
Mazao Talks PodcastTHE WORLD OF MACADAMIAThis week we speak to Dr Wasilwa Lusike who is the Director of Crop Systems at the Kenya Agricultural Livestock Research Organization. We learn that Kenya is 3rd in the world on Macadamia nut production even though our production is still well below our potential. Then we differentiate between Jua Cali the musician and the Jua Kali sector as we discuss the opportunity that exists in the value addition of this premium nut.Next we also talk about Macadamia ice cream and its capacity to solve all of the world's problems one scoop at a time. You can listen to t...2022-01-0543 min
Mazao Talks PodcastPILI PILI TAMU : How farmers in Busia County are reaping big from chilliesIn this episode we travel all the way to Amukura Ward in Busia County to speak with Quinto Oputan who is part of a group of small holder farmers who are farming chillies as a cash crop. We hear of the support from Busia County in brokering and managing agreement between aggregators and farmers.We also debut a new voice in this podcast that of Doris who speaks to Eric Were a Plant Inspector from KEPHIS (Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service) . Eric Were shares with us best practices for farmers who are looking to play in the export market. He...2021-12-0140 min
Mazao Talks PodcastTASTY, SPICY, MILLIONS: Herbs and spices in Nakuru CountyToday we are in Nakuru County to speak with Ruth Munyoro the founder and director of Eat More Worldwide which is arguably Kenya’s’ biggest herbs and spices grower and exporter. She talks about opportunity, technical compliance issues of the expert market and how the time has come for more diversification in Kenya’s agriculture sector. In her words ‘pesa iko kwa mchanga”You can listen to this episode at any platform of your choosing. You can also find links and access to other materials on our website at www.mazao.markupkenya.org.CREDITSPhotography By Kathomi PhotographyHosted by Jason Runo and Sheila...2021-11-2431 min
Mazao Talks PodcastTHE INTERNET OF FARMING: Snow Peas, Telephone farming and how Facebook and Whatsapp are the new extension officersIn this episode we speak with Christine Misiko who is the Knowledge Management/Business and Partnership Development Expert at MARKUP Kenya. We talk about a wide range of topics including the internet is affecting farming in Kenya. In addition, Sheila makes a promise to plant her first macadamia trees and Christine gives all the secrets of how telephone farming is working for her.You can listen to this episode at any platform of your choosing. You can also find links and access to other materials on our website at www.mazao.markupkenya.org.CREDITSPhotography By Kathomi PhotographyHosted by Jason Runo...2021-11-1728 min
Mazao Talks PodcastCLIMBING THE BEANSTALK: Taita Taveta county's export market success story.This week we speak with Mercy Mwikali and Grace Wakio who farm French beans for export in the picturesque hills of Taita Taveta. They tell about their business and how they are working with other small scale farmers through an aggregator to export French beans to markets in Europe and beyond.In addition, we also speak with Josephine Simiyu who is the Deputy Director of Regulations and Compliance at the Horticulture Crops Directorate. She explains the critical role that HCD plays in the sector as well as the opportunities that small holder farmers can take advantage of.We also stoke...2021-11-1240 min
Mazao Talks PodcastTHE FRUIT AND THE PUREE: Purple gold in Uasin GishuWe discover that diversification is the theme of this season. This is the story of Edwin Ronoh a farmer from Sergoit Ward who is farming purple variety passion fruit on approximately 12 acres of land. His story is illustrating the current state of agribusiness in Kenya’s food basket county with more and more diversification happening especially across generation of farmers.We also speak to Mr Patrice Ngenga from the Fresh Produce Exporters Association of Kenya (FPEAK) who talks about how Kenyan farmers can make the most of the export market.This episode references the MARKUP Kenya study on the Passion fr...2021-11-0429 min
Mazao Talks PodcastMAKUENI'S GOLDEN MANGOES: How innovative government action can drive growth at the grassroots.In this episode, In this episode we speak to Mr Julius Maithya, CEO of the Makueni County Fruit Development and Marketing Authority, Mr Antony Kimeu Nzau a commercial mango farmer from Matiliku area and Mr Alex Muli from Goshen Exporters.We are taking a deep dive into the entire mango value chain form the farm across to value addition and processing. We discuss how the Makueni County government has been able to stabilize fruit prices in the area and the direct increase in jobs created as a result of the Kalamba Fruit Processing Plant.Mr Kimeu who has been a mango...2021-10-2846 min
Mazao Talks PodcastMANGOES AND MORE: How to use horticulture to change lives.In this episode, we speak to Mr Maina Karuiru who is the National Coordinator of the MARKUP Kenya Project. We discuss the vision of MARKUP KENYA as well as the work that the program has undertaken in the 12 counties of Kenya where implementation is ongoing.In addition, Mr. Karuiru discusses the key drivers of growth in mango farming that are fueling the stories of success in Makueni County. He also highlights the specific areas that can be improved in order to improve the outcomes and livelihoods for farmers.This episode references the MARKUP Kenya study on the Mango value chain...2021-10-2136 min
Mazao Talks PodcastWelcome to Mazao Talks!!!!!!!!!Welcome to Mazao talks Podcast, a podcast that features stories of ordinary people working in agri-business. We feature contributions by farmers, budding farmers and agri-food experts and discuss business opportunities that are available in the farm produce value chain for the youth. This podcast is made possible by the European Union through the Market Access Upgrade Program (MARKUP), which is Implemented by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). In this episode we introduce our hosts Jason and Sheila and give a quick overview of what we are about. You can connect with us on our social media platforms. We ar...2021-10-2101 min
Sisters' Voices'How are you doing sis?' Ep4 - 'Learning From Each Other' with Israa BenAbdalaaIn this episode of Sisters’ Voices, Goitse talks to Israa, a young woman in Tunisia, on her experiences as well as the experiences of other young people around her with regards to their mental health and well being during her time in university Please listen to the podcast, share your thoughts with us in the comment section or through our social media handles. Twitter @awdf01 Instagram @the_awdf Facebook @ African Women’s Development Fund Linkedin @ African Women’s Development Fund2021-10-1322 minSisters' Voices'How are you doing sis?' Ep3 - 'There Are No Safe Spaces, Now What?' with AnonymousIn this episode of Sisters' Voices, Goitse talks to a young woman who chose to stay anonymous about her experiences as a student in a foreign country and navigating finding a support system in a foreign land. Please listen to the podcast, share your thoughts with us in the comment section or through our social media handles. Twitter @awdf01 Instagram @the_awdf Facebook @ African Women’s Development Fund Linkedin @ African Women’s Development Fund2021-10-1318 minSisters' Voices'How are you doing sis?' Ep2 - '...When All Else Fails' with Sarra FkiIn this episode of Sisters’ Voices, Goitse talks to Sarra Fki, a young activist for women's rights in Tunisia, about her struggles with finding resources to help her when she was going through a tough period. We also talk about her experiences organising spaces in her university for her community to talk about their mental health struggles, as well as how we can all support each other better with regards to wellbeing. Please listen to the podcast, share your thoughts with us in the comment section or through our social media handles. Twitter @awdf01 Instagram @the_awdf Facebook @ African Women’s De...2021-10-1322 minSisters' Voices'How are you doing sis?' Ep1 - 'Finding Support Where You Are' with Motlatsi Mogorosi In this episode of Sisters’ Voices, Goitse speaks to Motlatsi Mogorosi, a queer young woman in Botswana, about the support she has received in her university journey, the resources her institution availed and how young women can be proactive about building support systems for themselves. Please listen to the podcast, share your thoughts with us in the comment section or through our social media handles. Twitter @awdf01 Instagram @the_awdf Facebook @ African Women’s Development Fund Linkedin @ African Women’s Development Fund2021-10-1217 min
Sisters' VoicesEp15 - Speaking for YourselfIn our final episode, we sit with our CEO Françoise Moudouthe to have a candid discussion about voices. This conversations speaks not only to the politics around which voices get heard, and what voices reveal about our societies, but also to the owning and honing of her voice both as a woman and as a feminist leader.2021-07-3026 min
Sisters' VoicesEp14 - Money Talks : Economic Security for WomenIn this episode, we turn our microphone inwards with a conversation with our Director of Operations here at AWDF, Gertrude Bibi Annoh Quarshie. With over 16 years of experience in audit, finance, accounting and administration in both non-profit and for profit organisations, Getrude brings a wealth of experience to this conversation about the aspirations and realities of economic security for women.2021-07-2814 min
Sisters' VoicesEp13 - Plateforme des Femmes pour la Paix en CasamanceLa Plateforme des Femmes pour la Paix en Casamance (PFPC) est un réseau d’organisations féminines constituées de plusieurs organisations. L’objectif de la plateforme est d’apporter la contribution des femmes dans le retour de la paix en Casamance et de porter haut et fort la voix de toutes ses femmes qui la composent et qui réclament une paix définitive en Casamance. Dans ce podcast, la Présidente de la Plateforme, madame THIAM Ndeye Marie nous fait part de son parcours et nous parle des activités, succès et des difficultés que rencontre l’org...2021-07-2313 min
Sisters' VoicesEp12 - RIFONGARIFONGA Bénin est un réseau (une association de différentes organisations à but non lucratif) agissant dans le domaine de la promotion et la protection des droits femmes, plus spécifiquement la promotion politique des femmes. Notre invitée d’honneur, Madame AGBIDINOUKOUN ADJILE Annick, partage avec nous le combat que le RIFONGA mène dans la lutte pour l’égalité homme – femme2021-07-2008 min
Sisters' VoicesEp11 - Network of Women in GrowthNetwork of Women in Growth is an NGO working in economic security and leadership participation for women and girls across Ghana. We spoke to Mawulawoe Anato-Dumelo, Director at Network of Women in Growth about their work and the impact they have on the lives of the women and girls that they support.2021-07-1609 min
Sisters' VoicesEp10 - Assistance Plus TogoAssistance Plus Togo est une organisation à but non lucratif qui travaille pour la libre circulation des femmes et des biens dans l’espace CEDEAO. Aujourd’hui, nous entretenons avec la Directrice Générale Madame PANAKINAOU Piyalou. Elle nous fait part de leurs projets, des défis rencontrés dans l’exécution de leur travail et des difficultés rencontrées par les femmes dans la traversée des frontières. 2021-07-1323 min
Sisters' VoicesEp09 - Anti-Racism MovementThe Anti-Racism Movement is an organisation dedicated to bringing light to the systematic discrimination that domestic migrant workers face in Lebanon. In the episode, Imane El Hayek speaks to us on the work in advocacy and support the Anti-Racism Movement provides to the racial minorities in their communities.2021-07-0811 min
Sisters' VoicesEp08 - Association Hope Africa InternationaleCréée en 2006 par Madame MOUKOUDI Nathalie, Association Hope Africa Internationale est une organisation à but non lucratif travaillant dans le domaine des droits des femmes et de la prise en charge des femmes vivant avec le VIH/SIDA et le cancer. Dans ce podcast, la Présidente Fondatrice de l’Association Madame MOUKOUDI Nathalie nous parle des droits des femmes au Cameroun et les nouvelles stratégies de travail adaptées durant ces temps de Covid-19.2021-07-0623 min
Sisters' VoicesEp07 - African Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF)With a goal to move women in all over Africa towards economic equality and stability via entrepreneurship, Irene Ochem, Founder and CEO of the African Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship in South Africa shares with us the motivations behind the work that the organisation does, as well as the trials and triumphs of organising towards women's economic empowerment.2021-06-3008 min
Sisters' VoicesEp06 - Initiative Pananetugri pour le Bien-être de la Femme (IPBF)Description: Madame KABORE Wendyam Micheline est notre invitée d’honneur. Elle est Directrice Exécutive de l’Initiative Pananetugri pour le Bien-être de la Femme (IPBF) qui est une organisation féministe à but non lucratif spécialisée dans le développement et le leadership des filles et des femmes au Burkina Faso et dans l’Afrique de l’Ouest Francophone.Micheline partage avec nous ses expériences en ce qui concerne le leadership féminin.2021-06-2920 min
Sisters' VoicesEp05 - Society of Women Graduates in the Gaza StripFor almost 50 years, the Society of Women in the Gaza Strip, an NGO in Palestine has worked in leadership participation & peace, as well economic security and justice for women graduates. We spoke to Wedad Sourani, General Director of SWG as she outlines to us the sheer scale of the work to bring economic and financial freedom to the women graduates in the Gaza Strip community. This podcast is in Arabic. Link to the English Transcript for the episode here.2021-06-2413 min
Sisters' VoicesEp04 - Femme et Droits HumainCréée en 2012, Femmes et Droits Humain (FDH) est une organisation à but non lucratif qui travaille à la base avec les femmes sur la formation, le renforcement de capacités, l’assistance technique et juridique. Notre invitée d’honneur dans ce podcast est Madame Aisssata Ouedraogo. Elle est la Chargée de Programmes de la société. Aujourd’hui, elle nous dévoile la réalité en ce qui concerne les droits des femmes au Mali.2021-06-2212 min
Sisters' VoicesEp03 - Pastoral Women's CouncilThe Pastoral Women's Council is an NGO in Tanzania working in leadership participation & peace and economic security and justice for young girls and women. We spoke to Maanda Ngoitiko, Executive Director of PWC to tell us more about the strategies and considerations her organisation centres in seeking to affect the lives of the women in her communities for the better.2021-06-1712 min
Sisters' VoicesEp02 - Association des Jeunes filles et Femmes Autochtones Engagées dans la Protection de l’Environnement et la Lutte Contre la Pauvreté FémAssociation des Femmes et Jeunes Filles autochtones engagées dans la Protection de l’Environnement et la Lutte contre la Pauvreté Féminine (AFPE) est une organisation à but non lucratif qui mène plus des activités de plaidoyer et de renforcement de capacités des femmes en RDC. Nous avons eu le plaisir de parler avec notre sœur Madame EYERE APEK Coordinatrice de l’AFPE. Elle nous a fait part de leurs défis, histoires de succès et de comment elle pense réussir leur mission en tant qu’organisation de défense des droits des femmes.2021-06-1512 min
Sisters' VoicesEp01 - Girl Child Art FoundationThe Girl Child Art Foundation is an NGO in the Nigeria working in body & health rights, economic security and leadership participation for young girls. We spoke to Adaobi Onyejike-Ananaba from the Girl Child Art Foundation to tell us about how the work continues despite the challenges of the 2020 COVID 19 pandemic.2021-06-0709 min
WamathaiWamathai Episode 6: George Gachara on building a resilient creative sector in Kenya - Part 2This is part two of a discussion with HEVA Fund's George Gachara on building a resilient creative sector in Kenya and in Africa. Listen to Part one here anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/eps2q2.This podcast was recorded at SemaBox (semabox.barazalab.com)2021-02-0959 min
WamathaiWamathai Episode 5: George Gachara on building a resilient creative sector in Kenya - Part 1This is part one of a discussion with HEVA Fund's George Gachara on building a resilient creative sector in Kenya and in Africa.This podcast was recorded at SemaBox (semabox.barazalab.com)2021-02-0334 min
ThePAWAPodcastHeroism & Courage Episode 3On this episode, we are joined by Faith Gatwiri to talk about young motherhood, young women in business, and political participation for the youth.
Among other topics, we shall discuss:
The prejudice against young parents
The challenges and barriers of getting into business as a young mother
The role of government in support of young people in business
How she juggles studies and business
Faith Gatwiri is a mother of one and a business woman. She is ...2020-09-2541 min