Foro Podcast

SEASON 2, EPISODE 5. SCALING WITH PURPOSE: INKOMOKO

How Inkomoko Became One of Africa’s Fastest-Growing Companies | Sara Leedom, Co-Founder In this episode of Foro Podcast, we sit down with Sara Leedom, co-founder of Inkomoko, to explore how the company scaled across East Africa and earned a spot at #8 on the Financial Times’ 2025 list of Fastest-Growing African Companies. Sara shares the compelling behind-the-scenes story of Inkomoko’s remarkable rise—from initially supporting refugee entrepreneurs in Rwanda to ultimately building a powerful regional force that drives inclusive economic growth across multiple communities. We discuss: 🔹 Inkomoko’s mission-driven approach to entrepreneurship 🔹 The challenges of scaling in complex markets 🔹 How they built a sustainable, pan-African model of impact 🔹 What it really takes to grow fast and with purpose This is a must-watch for entrepreneurs, impact investors, businesses and anyone building across Africa. You can listen to Foro Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or anywhere you get podcasts. Your feedback matters, and please, please subscribe to our channel. It helps us continue providing valuable, no-cost content for entrepreneurs and business-minded individuals. Foro Podcast is proudly sponsored by Scribe Advisory & Consulting (www.yourscribe.co [http://www.yourscribe.co]) — your trusted partner in corporate governance and business consulting. We are truly grateful to Le Petite Oiseau for generously sponsoring our podcast and providing us with the opportunity to film in their beautifully designed and inviting space. Their support has made a significant difference in the quality of our production. Connect with the show: www.instagram.com/foropodcast [http://www.instagram.com/foropodcast] TikTok: www.tiktok.com/foropodcast [http://www.tiktok.com/foropodcast] YouTube: www.youtube.com/@foropodcast [http://www.youtube.com/@foropodcast] Connect with me on Instagram: @tjletsa

Season 2 Episode 4 Behind The Sex Lives of African Women: Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah

In this episode of Foro Podcast, we sit with Nana Darkoa Sekyiamah, the trailblazing author and feminist whose words cracked open silence and created space for thousands of African women to be seen and heard. From her earliest struggles to write what she believed, to navigating the publishing world on her own terms, Nana shares the story behind the book and the woman behind the movement. This conversation is about more than writing. It’s about freedom. Voice. Courage. And what it means to build something honest in a world that often asks us to play small. We explore: ✨ How she built a career at the intersection of feminism, literature, and activism 📚 The challenges of publishing unapologetically African stories 🔥 The business side of writing—from book deals to international recognition 🌍 Why African women’s stories deserve global platforms 💡 Her advice to emerging writers and entrepreneurs looking to start something honest and powerful Whether you're a writer, entrepreneur, or curious mind, this episode will leave you inspired to own your truth, build your platform, and trust your voice. You can also listen to Foro Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Your feedback matters — and please please subscribe to our channel. It helps us continue providing valuable, no-cost content for entrepreneurs and business-minded individuals. Foro Podcast is proudly sponsored by Scribe Advisory & Consulting (www.yourscribe.co [http://www.yourscribe.co]) — your trusted partner in corporate governance and business consulting. Connect with the show: www.instagram.com/foropodcast [http://www.instagram.com/foropodcast] TikTok: www.tiktok.com/foropodcast [http://www.tiktok.com/foropodcast] Connect with me personally Instagram: / tjletsa

SEASON 2, EPISODE 3: MEET THE CEO OF FAIR AFRIC BUILDING A PREMIUM CHOCOLATE BRAND RIGHT AT HOME IN GHANA

Fair Afric Ghana grows 25% of the world’s cocoa, but captures only a sliver of the $133 billion global chocolate industry. Why? Because the real money is made after the beans leave Africa. In this episode of Foro Podcast, we sit down with the CEO of Fairafric — a bold, climate-friendly chocolate company that’s flipping the script from their bean-to-bar factory in Ghana’s Eastern Region. Their mission? To decolonize chocolate by creating premium products where the cocoa grows, not where it's exported. We dive into: 🍫 Why processing cocoa locally is up to 100x more valuable than exporting raw beans 🌍 How Fairafric is building jobs, wealth, and pride in rural Ghana 💡 What it really takes to create a globally respected African brand This isn’t just a story about chocolate. It’s a powerful lesson in value creation, manufacturing, and rewriting Africa’s place in global trade. Please like and subscribe to this channel. It helps us bring more guests and create free premium content like this.

Season 2, Episode 3. Grief, Healing, and Imposter Syndrome: How to Navigate Loss and Self-Doubt

In this episode of the Foro Podcast, we sit down with Petrina Adusei, a licensed therapist, to dive deep into some of the most important but often unspoken challenges we face — grief, healing, and impostor syndrome. Whether navigating the loss of a loved one, battling self-doubt in your career, or working on your personal development journey, this conversation offers practical insights, real tools, and encouragement to help you move forward with resilience, confidence, and purpose. Topics we cover: Understanding Grief The Healing Process Overcoming Impostor Syndrome Personal Growth and Mental Health If you find value in this episode, support us by: 👍 Liking 💬 Commenting 🔗 Sharing ✅ Subscribing to the channel! You can also listen to Foro Podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Your feedback matters — leave a comment below or a rating on your favorite podcast platform to help us continue providing valuable, no-cost content for entrepreneurs and business-minded individuals. Foro Podcast is proudly sponsored by Scribe Advisory & Consulting (www.yourscribe.co [http://www.yourscribe.co]) — your trusted partner in corporate governance and business consulting.

Season 2, Episode 2 : How Building A Village Library in Ghana Set Off a Mission to Educate 1 Million People.

It all started with an essay. A simple idea — written by a college student from Ghana — would set off a chain of events that would touch the lives of over a million people. This led to him with the help of an NGO being able to ship two containers and build a library in Ghana. He realized that building libraries wouldn’t be enough and for true change he had to go deeper. So Daniel launched an ambitious mission, to educate one million Ghanaians.  That’s how Lead for Ghana was born.  Lead for Ghana is a leadership development organization that recruits top university graduates to teach in under-resourced communities across the country. Their focus? STEM education, real grassroots impact.  💡 In this episode we explore: His childhood memories. How Lead for Ghana started.  Leadership in underserved communities Is education the most powerful tool for change.  The founder’s journey and lessons. 🎧 If you care about education, Africa’s future, or leadership that works, don’t miss this. 🔔 Subscribe for more real stories from change-makers and entrepreneurs. If you love the content and conversation, don't forget to pay it forward:  Share Like