Mashudu Modau
MASHSTARTUP
What does it take to build a business in South Africa’s toughest conditions? Host Mashudu Modau sits down with the country’s most innovative entrepreneurs to uncover the failures, pivots, and breakthroughs that shaped their journeys. From building independent African media platforms to creating township-born sneaker care brands, and reimagining digital education for millions of learners—these are the untold stories of turning South Africa’s challenges into opportunity. Each episode is a masterclass in resourcefulness, innovation, and building in South Africa’s uniquely complex landscape.
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Oct 14, 2025
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Episodes
Democratising Access To Investing - with Thomas Brennan Sebastian Patel (Franc) 28.01.2021 43:16
This weeks' episode is with Thomas Brennan (CEO) Sebastian Patel (COO) of Franc. Investing is for rich guys in suits and fancy cars, right? Absolutely not! Franc believe that investing is for everyone. Franc was born in 2018 when an engineer, an actuary, an investment guru and a tech wizz shared a common idea of making investing affordable, accessible and social. With the Franc app, anyone can inv...
Thank You 2020 10.01.2021 50:51
Mashudu Modau explores the journies behind some of the Africa's emerging entrepreneurs, startups and small businesses. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing proffessionals with the purpose to drive insights, learnings and tactics to help you build what you believe in. The host, youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau, is an i...
Shifting coffee, habits and culture with 4WKS coffee 12.11.2020 28:24
In this weeks episode we chat to the team from 4WKS. 4WKS is a coffee company looking to shift coffee, habits and culture by putting sustainability at the center of their business. Learn more about 4WKS Here: https://4wks.coffee/ Signup for a 30 Day trial of Sage accounting softer by using this link: https://accounting.sageone.co.za/Signup/ResellerDefault.aspx?productreferralreference=mashudu
AFRICA YOUR TIME IS - SOON with Wiza Jalakasi 02.11.2020 57:01
This weeks episode is Wiza Jalakasi, a technology entrepreneur, building the future of Africa. Right now, he is part of the team at Hover Developer Services, Inc, where he leads the global BD & strategy team, serving developers and enterprises all over the world. He is also a Google for Startups Accelerator Africa (Launchpad) mentor, as well as a venture scout for two early stage VC funds: Venture...
Financial Wellness - with Simon Ward Founder and Rohan Jansen (Float Pays) 22.10.2020 28:32
This weeks episode is with Simon Ward Founder, CEO and Rohan Jansen Product Builder of Floatpays. Floatpays is a financial service disruptor, focused on creating positive change, lifting individuals from their current debt spirals toward better financial solutions and ultimately the freedom to build a wealthier, healthier future. Learn more about the company here: https://www.floatpays.co.za Learn...
IMPACT AT SCALE with Justine Flynn (Thankyou Group) 09.10.2020 22:04
This weeks episode is with Justine Flynn, the co-founder of social enterprise retail startup Thankyou Group. Thankyou is a social enterprise that was founded in Melbourne in 2008. It sells bottled water, food and body care products, and uses the profits to support international community development projects. Join the movement to support "No Small Plan" by visiting www.thankyou.co/ or checking out...
HIGH IMPACT with Dr Nontobeko Mabizela (Allan Gray Orbis Foundation) 15.09.2020 27:31
This weeks' episode is with Dr Nontobeko Mabizela, Head of Impact Assurance at the Allan Gray Orbis Foundation - Passionate about young people making an impact in the entrepreneurial ecosystem. View the full report on Women Entrepreneurship here: https://founderssauce.com/2020/09/14/2509/ A podcast for Africa's opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs...
GODLIKE with David Donde (Truth Coffee) 07.09.2020 45:00
David Donde introduced Speciality Coffee Roasting to Cape Town and South Africa. Opening his first public roasting venture in 2006 and of course establishing Truth Coffee in 2009, with it’s Flagship HQ cafe being touted as the Best Coffee Shop in the world by renowned travel writer Tom Midlane, as reported in the English Guardian Newspaper. He co-founded and was inaugural chair of SCASA (Specialit...
PLAY THE GAME with Karidas TshinTsholo 01.09.2020 53:31
In this weeks episode i interview Karidas TshinTsholo, CEO and Co-Founder of Khula. Khula! connects farmers in emerging markets with the formal marketplace. These are typically farmers who produce a fairly small harvest, through the platform they are able to combine their crops to reach requirements to supply their products on a larger scale. Using the app, farmers are able to list their produce a...
SCHOOL FEES 25.08.2020 32:41
Shoprite is again throwing its weight behind small businesses with its Hustle Competition. 20 established small business owners will each win R50,000 in cash, and a short course from Get Smarter valued at R20,000. The Shoprite Hustle competition celebrates and supports South Africa’s rich entrepreneurial spirit by backing small businesses that show creativity, ingenuity, and real promise to grow....
SHUT UP & BUILD. 28.07.2020 55:09
A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small bu...
The Role of Universities in African Innovation 03.07.2020 27:58
The Solution Space is an ecosystem for early-stage start-ups and a research and development platform for corporates. The Solution Space was founded in 2014 at the University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business. The university's Vice Chancellors Strategic Award provided initial capital, and our founding partner, the MTN Group, provided significant support from 2015. Our vision is to be known a...
How To Start, Run & Grow an Online Store 23.06.2020 59:48
Compass develops digital commerce platforms that solve problems. And help other people build their own. They want to enable the next generation of African digital entrepreneurs with impactful resources & experiences. Access the full Compass Guide to Commerce here: https://compass.africa/commerce/
Life & Business in Level 3 12.06.2020 39:30
This weeks episode is with Ububele Kopo (Startup insights wizard)& Daliso Ngoma (E-commerce Expert) A podcast for Africa's opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business.
Building Things That Last 10.06.2020 55:38
Joshin Raghubar is an African entrepreneur in the media, marketing, and technology sectors. He is engaged in the evolving role of entrepreneurship, trust and innovation in the ‘good society’. He is the founder and Executive Chairperson of iKineoVentures, through which he is the founder of iKineo, a Pan-African customer engagement agency; co-founder of Sprout, South Africa’s leading digital media p...
The New Model for Media 09.06.2020 1:03:54
This weeks episode is with Modupe Oloruntoba, a fashion writer + content producer. Mashstartup is a podcast for Africa's opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business
How To Self Disrupt - with Busisiwe Mavunga (Inclusiion_za) 27.05.2020 41:12
A podcast for Africa’s opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business.
The Economics of E-Commerce 26.05.2020 57:04
A podcast for Africa’s opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business.
Recession Proofing Your Business 11.05.2020 25:59
A podcast for Africa's opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business.
Enabling People To Thrive - A Letter To A Startup 08.05.2020 28:43
A podcast for Africa's opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business.
The State of Entrepreneurship in Africa 04.05.2020 1:01:30
A podcast for Africa's opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business.
The Age of The Intrapreneur 28.04.2020 34:36
A podcast for Africa's opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business.
How To "Entrepreneur" In A Crisis 20.04.2020 52:33
A podcast for Africa's opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business.
How To Build Partnerships & Quantify Value 27.02.2020 34:14
A podcast for Africa's opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business.
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A podcast for Africa's opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business.
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