Diary 101 Podcast

From Rejection to Retail With Julius Luwaya

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, Akakandelwa Kandepwe sits down with Julius Luwaya, founder of Peza Foods, to unpack his journey from aspiring NGO professional to food entrepreneur. Julius shares how rejection in 2021 became the catalyst for launching Peza Foods — now a growing retailer of traditional and forest foods, including legally sourced game meat. The conversation explores the realities of operating in a black-market-influenced industry, navigating permits and compliance, scaling strategically, and preserving Zambian cultural identity through food. Julius also offers practical advice for young entrepreneurs: start early, stay resourceful, build a strong financial foundation, and treat failure as part of the process. Follow Diary 101Podcast Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/diary-101-podcast/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/diary-101-podcast/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1D694YUdYX/?mibextid=wwXIfr [https://www.facebook.com/share/1D694YUdYX/?mibextid=wwXIfr] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/diary_101_podcast?igsh=MTdkd2VoZXd1d3Bkcw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr [https://www.instagram.com/diary_101_podcast?igsh=MTdkd2VoZXd1d3Bkcw%3D%3D&utm_source=qr] Follow Julius Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julius-luwaya-929760105 [https://www.linkedin.com/in/julius-luwaya-929760105] Peza Foods: https://www.facebook.com/p/Peza-Foods-100080306857070/ [https://www.facebook.com/p/Peza-Foods-100080306857070/]

Two Years In With Akakandelwa Kandepwe

This week, Akakandelwa Kandepwe celebrates the 2-year anniversary of the Diary 101 Podcast — a platform built on raw, honest conversations designed to inspire young people to invest in their potential. Over the past two years, the journey has included:✨ Consistent weekly releases (even through technical glitches)💰 Navigating budget constraints and limited resources❌ Facing guest rejections and learning resilience

Health Equity, Innovation & Impact with Dr. Ibrahim Batalingaya

In this Diary 101 Podcast episode, I speak with Dr. Ibrahim Batalingaya , a medical doctor and health equity advocate from Tanzania, about reimagining healthcare access in Africa. We discuss: 💡 How personal experience inspired CareLink, a real-time patient monitoring platform 📊 Using simple tech (USSD & smartphones) to improve chronic care 🤍 RHCI and the power of crowdfunding to fund life-saving treatment 🌍 The bigger vision for universal healthcare access in Africa This is a powerful conversation on using technology, empathy, and innovation to save lives and build more equitable health systems. Follow Tonse management on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonse_management?igsh=MW9neTJhN2Rxb3A2 [https://www.instagram.com/tonse_management?igsh=MW9neTJhN2Rxb3A2] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091936271707&mibextid=uzlsIk [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091936271707&mibextid=uzlsIk] LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/tonse-management [https://www.linkedin.com/company/tonse-management] Follow Dr. Ibrahim Batalingaya Linkedin : https://tz.linkedin.com/in/ibrahim-batalingaya-84b236332 [https://tz.linkedin.com/in/ibrahim-batalingaya-84b236332]

Community, Conservation & Growth with Choolwe Luwamya

In this episode of the Diary 101 Podcast, host Akakandelwa Kandepwe speaks with Choolwe Luwamya, Community Engagement Officer at the Wildlife Producers Association of Zambia, about building a purpose-driven career in conservation. Choolwe shares her journey into community-led conservation, the role of mentorship and networking in shaping her career, and why emotional intelligence, communication, and boundaries matter in professional growth. The conversation also explores relationship categorisation, productivity, public speaking through Toastmasters, balancing work with personal values, and staying grounded while pursuing long-term goals in conservation and life. Follow Tonse management on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tonse_management?igsh=MW9neTJhN2Rxb3A2 [https://www.instagram.com/tonse_management?igsh=MW9neTJhN2Rxb3A2] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091936271707&mibextid=uzlsIk [https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091936271707&mibextid=uzlsIk] LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/tonse-management [https://www.linkedin.com/company/tonse-management] Follow Choolwe Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/in/choolwe-luwamya/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/choolwe-luwamya/]

Leadership Built on Trust with Ambassador Shadreck Katuta

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