Shaping Africa's Tomorrow: Gender Equality, Small Businesses, Technology, & Youth Inclusion

Shaping Africa's Tomorrow: Gender Equality, Small Businesses, Technology, & Youth Inclusion

We wrap up what has been an incredible podcast summit edition series! For our last episode, four exceptional guests joined us to discuss the role of African governments and the private sector in achieving gender equality, helping growth businesses achieve scale, a future-ready and inclusive approach to leadership, and embracing AI. Our guests are: 1) Ambassador Charity Manyeruke, Ambassador of the Republic of Zimbabwe to Rwanda 2) Christopher O.H. Wiliams, Former SVP Global Sales Strategy, adidas Group; President & Principal Consultant, Custament Partners 3) Rosa Nduati Mutero, Managing Partner, Anjarwalla & Khanna 4) Ugochukwu Smooth-Nzewi, The Steven and Lisa Tananbaum Curator, The Museum of Modern Art

The Power of Three: Women's Leadership, Economic Growth, and Diaspora Connections

With just one episode left, we are almost at the end of the podcast's Summit Edition series. On this episode, three leading voices join us to discuss emerging narratives, accelerating women into leadership roles, and the transformative power of tourism, travel, and trade in driving economic growth across Africa. Our guests are: 1) Michelle Moore, Author & UK’s 50 Most 'Influential Women in Sports' 2) Wilmot Allen, Founder & Chairman, VentureLift Africa 3) Tina Taylor, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Core3 Innovations

Youth Power: Africa's Creative and Digital Economy

In an ever-advancing world where the pursuit of better economic opportunities is key, Africa's enterprising young minds have boldly steered their ambitions toward the dynamic frontiers of the creative and digital economy. These sectors do not only provide gateways to economic success, they also serve as catalysts for reshaping the narrative about the continent and fostering global connections. For the fourth episode of the Africa Power Podcast Summit Edition, we feature five exceptional young Africans excelling in media, fashion, and hospitality. Their journeys showcase the immense potential, cultural richness, and transformative possibilities within Africa's creative and digital world. Guests: 1) Mary Edoro - Head of Strategy and Chief of Staff, BellaNaija 2) Jack Ndahiro - Co-Founder, Kigali Kaftan 3) Sonia Iraguha - Branding Strategist and Co-Owner, Bicu Lounge 4) Qali Id - World Traveller, Advocate, Storyteller, Host, The Qonnect Podcast 5) Elodie Fromenteau - Stylist, Creative Director, Designer, and Founder, Izubaa

Fueling growth & transformation in Africa's creative economies

Sectors such as filmmaking, fashion, leisure and tourism are crucial components in today’s creative economies. In many of these areas, Africa is leading the charge, driven by a unique and diverse talent pool. For the third instalment in the Africa Soft Power Summit podcast series, we sat down with a number of experts:  1) Michaella Rugwizangoga, Chief Tourism Officer, Rwanda Development Board 2) Nwakaego Boyo, Founder, Temple Productions 3) Folake Akindele-Coker, Founder, Tiffany Amber 4) Tariro Washe, Filmmaker; Managing Director, Meso Maviri

Explore the 2023 ASP Climate Change Photo Essay Prize Exhibition

Embark on a global journey with the 2023 Africa Soft Power Climate Change Photo Essay Prize Exhibition and discover the winner, finalists, and works! For more information visit africasoftpower.com Credits: Curator: Julia Defabo Narration and production: Folashade Anozie Executive Producer: Nkiru Balonwu Music: Imoudu Ayonote