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Backend by Gerald Black

Podcast door Gerald Black

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BACKEND showcases startup founders building amazing products and companies in Africa, having real conversations on starting, scaling and everything in-between.

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aflevering #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "Talent and ecosystem support are the two things that stands out for me in Tunisia" - Mokhtar Fourti⁠ artwork

#DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "Talent and ecosystem support are the two things that stands out for me in Tunisia" - Mokhtar Fourti⁠

On this final episode of the Tunisia Tech Ecosystem series, I sit with Mokhtar Fourti [https://www.linkedin.com/in/mokhtar-fourti/], Program Officer at Green4Youth [https://flat6labs.com/program/greenworks-program/] and Co-Founder of Croki [https://croki.tn/], a fast-growing edtech startup in Tunisia. Croki is your go-to platform for personalized tutoring — connecting students with the right tutors to support their learning journeys in a simple, flexible, and effective way. Beyond convenience, it’s helping bridge gaps in access to quality education by making tailored academic support more widely available. Mokhtar shares his journey of building Croki as a student, what it’s like navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship while studying in Tunisia, and what that experience reveals about the realities of building in the country’s startup ecosystem.

25 aug 2025 - 29 min
aflevering #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "The ecosystem is really collaborative in Tunisia" - Zack Temtem artwork

#DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "The ecosystem is really collaborative in Tunisia" - Zack Temtem

In this episode, I sit with Zack Temtem [https://www.linkedin.com/in/zack-temtem/], COO at Open Startup [https://open-startup.org/], an organization on a mission to empower and shape entrepreneurial journeys in Africa by developing skills, leveraging networks, and bridging ecosystems. From their base in Tunisia, Open Startup is creating a ripple effect across the continent — uplifting ventures of all sizes, catalyzing tech-enabled ecosystems, and nurturing high-potential startups and human capital. Their work transcends borders, but it’s deeply rooted in strengthening Tunisia’s startup scene as a launchpad for wider African impact. Zack shares powerful insights on what it takes to connect fragmented ecosystems, unlock opportunities for founders, and position Tunisia as both a regional and continental innovation hub.

15 aug 2025 - 7 min
aflevering #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "I was first a Medical Doctor, then a Priest and now building out of Tunisia" - John Jang artwork

#DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "I was first a Medical Doctor, then a Priest and now building out of Tunisia" - John Jang

In this episode, I sit with John Jang [https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-jang-687b9a1a2/], Co-Founder and CEO at Speak Duo [https://www.speakduo.com/] a speaking practice platform designed for speed-conversations with real people, powered by AI for smart matchmaking, real-time corrections, and personalized learning journeys.John’s story is one of resilience and relentless pursuit. From navigating personal and professional setbacks to making the bold decision to build his startup in Tunisia, he shares what drew him to the North African ecosystem, and why it’s the right place to build something global.This is a conversation about grit, global vision, and the unexpected power of starting in the right place.

8 aug 2025 - 23 min
aflevering #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "The Tunisia Tech Ecosystem is a well connected ecosystem" - Safa Majdoub artwork

#DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "The Tunisia Tech Ecosystem is a well connected ecosystem" - Safa Majdoub

In this episode, I sit with Safa Majdoub [https://www.linkedin.com/in/safa-majdoub/], former Managing Director at The Dot Hub [https://thedot.tn/], one of Tunisia’s most influential innovation spaces driving tech talent development and startup growth. The Dot Hub has played a pivotal role in shaping the Tunisian startup ecosystem — serving as a launchpad for entrepreneurs, a connector for ecosystem builders, and a key partner for international tech collaborations. Safa shares how The Dot Hub has grown into a dynamic space that empowers startups, developers, and creatives — providing not just infrastructure, but real community support. From capacity-building programs to ecosystem events and founder-focused initiatives, The Dot Hub has become a critical launchpad for tech talent in Tunisia.

1 aug 2025 - 19 min
aflevering #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "There's water scarcity in Tunisia, and we decided to do something about it" - Zoubeir Zarrouk artwork

#DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "There's water scarcity in Tunisia, and we decided to do something about it" - Zoubeir Zarrouk

In this episode, I sit with Zoubeir Zarrouk [https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoubeirzarrouk/], Co-Founder at WaterSec [https://www.water-sec.com/], a Tunisian startup tackling water scarcity with cutting-edge technology. WaterSec is improving water-use efficiency through a real-time monitoring solution powered by IoT and AI. Their platform enables users to track and manage water consumption, helping reduce waste and promote more sustainable usage — whether in agriculture, cities, or homes. Zoubeir offers insight into building deeptech in Tunisia, the urgent need for water-focused innovation, and how startups like WaterSec are leading the charge in climate resilience across North Africa.

25 jul 2025 - 13 min
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