His First Business in Nigeria Failed in 6 Months. Here’s What It Taught Him (ft. Chete Nwanze)

African Entrepreneurs Answer Your Toughest Business Questions

This special episode of The Africa2100 Podcast was recorded as part of Podcasthon 2026, a global initiative highlighting organizations creating meaningful social impact. In this episode, entrepreneurs from across Africa come together to answer real questions from the Africa2100 community — from aspiring founders, early-stage entrepreneurs, and members of the diaspora looking to build or invest on the continent. This is an honest, practical conversation about what it really takes to build a business in Africa.

His First Business in Nigeria Failed in 6 Months. Here’s What It Taught Him (ft. Chete Nwanze)

In the final episode of The Africa2100 Podcast, Chete Nwanze shares his journey of returning to Nigeria, launching an agro-commodities business that failed within six months, and how that failure reshaped his approach to entrepreneurship. He reflects on value chains, funding realities, and why patience is essential when building ventures in Nigeria. Follow the podcast for more honest conversations about building and returning home across Africa.

Building Africa’s AI Infrastructure from Kenya (ft. Eston Kimani)

In this episode of The Africa2100 Podcast, Eston Kimani shares what it takes to build AI-powered conversational infrastructure from Kenya. As Founder of ChatSasa, Eston discusses product development, long-term thinking, and why Africa must build its own technology solutions instead of just consuming them. Follow the podcast for more conversations on building the future across Africa.

Why She Sold Everything to Build Women Entrepreneurs in Ghana (ft. Toyin Dania)

In this episode of The Africa2100 Podcast, Toyin Dania shares her journey from growing up in the UK to relocating to Ghana and building women entrepreneurship and community impact programs. She reflects on identity, collaboration, and why she chose purpose over comfort. Follow the podcast for more honest stories about building impact across Africa.

He Left the U.S. to Help Build Ethiopia’s Future | ft. Yohannes Tsehai

In this episode of The Africa2100 Podcast, Yohannes Tsehai shares his journey from growing up between Ethiopia and the U.S. to returning home to build across consulting, government, fintech, and healthcare. Drawing from years of public service and advisory work, Yohannes reflects on diaspora return, adapting expectations, and why long-term systems matter more than quick wins. Follow the podcast for more honest conversations about returning home and building meaningful impact across Africa.