My Tech Story Africa

🎙️ This just in: The September Roundtable 🎙️Bringing together insightful conversations, expert opinions, and a dash of fun as we tackle some of today’s most intriguing topics.🔶First-Time Founders vs. Seasoned EntrepreneursWhat’s the real key to success in the startup world? While first-time founders often think the product is everything, seasoned entrepreneurs know better: retention and distribut...

🔶 Is there such a thing as being too big? The August Roundtable digs deep into this thought-provoking questions and examining what it means for a company to grow too large. Is being a monopoly inherently bad, or is it a natural outcome of offering a superior product? As the team debates, we uncover fascinating examples from the tech world, including how Google, Microsoft, and others navigate this...

In this captivating episode of My Tech Story Africa, we bring you Radhika Bhachu, co-founder of Ndovu, a revolutionary fintech startup transforming financial inclusion across Africa. Radhika shares her incredible journey from corporate finance at BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, to building a wealth management platform tailored for everyday Africans. This episode dives into her person...

Welcome to the August Edition of the My Tech Story Africa podcast! In this roundtable discussion, host Alice Kanjejo is joined by Dominic Mulinda, Chief Product Officer at Honeycoin, and Evans Munene, a software engineer at Google and entrepreneur to delve into some of the most compelling stories in the African tech landscape. 🔶 What's Caught Your Mind? We kick off the discussion by sharing t...

In this episode of My Tech Story Africa, we sit down with the talented and inspiring Alison Eyo at Rayna UI, a top design firm known for creating stunning and user-friendly interfaces. Rayna UI specializes in delivering innovative design solutions that blend aesthetics with functionality. Their team of expert designers is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of user experience to create impactful d...

Welcome to another engaging episode of the My Tech Story Africa podcast! The June Tech Roundtable discussion features insightful conversations with Dominique Mulinda , the Chief Product Officer at Honeycoin and Evans Munene , a software engineer at Google and entrepreneur, we dive into a variety of topics shaping the tech landscape in Africa. 🔶 What's Caught Your Attention? The President'...

Welcome to another episode of My Tech Story Africa! 🎙️ Today, we have an incredible chat with Julius Abuja , the New Business development lead at Paymentology for the Sub-Saharan region. Our host, Alice Kanjejo , explores Julius's amazing journey from medical research in biotechnology to joining the banking sector, being part of the founding team at Peach Payments, and now working at Paymentol...

This episode stars Joe Kinvi , co-founder of HoaQ and founder of Stealth Startup , his story came across not as extraordinary, but universal in its very humanness. Growing up between countries, he recalls feeling unsure of where he fit in. Joe Kinvi is a notable figure in the African tech investment landscape, having transitioned from a background in finance to entrepreneurship and tech investment...

Get ready for an exhilarating new season of the My Tech Story Africa podcast! 🚀 In this captivating trailer, your host Alice Kanjejo gives you a sneak peek at all the incredible things in store. This season, MTS is venturing into uncharted territory, setting its sights on a brand new market. 🌍 But that's not all - the team is also laser-focused on cultivating the next generation of African t...

This episode of My Tech Story Africa introduces a new segment called "Tech Roundtable," a monthly discussion on significant tech news from both Africa and around the world. Hosted by Alice Kanjejo, the May Roundup features Dominic Mulinda - Head of Product at HoneyCoin and Tonee Ndungu - Co-founder & CEO of Tribbe for a wide-ranging conversation. Global Tech News: The impact of Donal...

In this episode of My Tech Story Africa, our guest Rhoda King’ori takes us through the evolution of Zydii, a tech venture platform that started in 2016, enabling you to unlock transformative growth for your business, with their premier digital training solution designed for the African workforce. Rhoda recounts key milestones, from winning the Standard Chartered IBIS women’s pitch competition to m...

In this episode of My Tech Story Africa, Wanjiru Mwoka details her exciting transition into the Web3 and crypto space, where she envisions herself contributing her marketing skills to the industry and promoting awareness about the positive aspects of blockchain technology. While acknowledging limited opportunities for Africans in the Web3 job market due to biases, she encourages aspiring professio...

In today's episode of My Tech Story Africa, we feature Gerald Black, a distinguished and award-winning tech ecosystem builder. With over 11 years of work experience, he is currently a partner at Black Ops, a community for top operators on venture-backed startups across Africa as well as the host of "Backend by Gerald Black" podcast, which is a platform for spotlighting and celebratin...

In this engaging episode of My Tech Story Africa, Robert Wekesa unfolds the fascinating chapters of his extraordinary journey from lecturing at a number of universities like the University of Greenwich UK and ALU Rwanda to being The Head of Training and Knowledge Manager at Power Learn Project. At the heart of their mission lies the dedication to train a staggering one million software developers...

In this episode of My Tech Story Africa, we delve into the remarkable journey of Mercy Thira, whose path in the tech world was anything but straightforward. From early experiences with typewriters in her mom's office to navigating a business degree that felt off-track, Mercy explored accounting and even contemplated medicine before a web hosting internship ignited her passion for coding. Morin...

In this episode of My Tech Story Africa, we follow the fascinating journey of David Kimani, a young artist whose story unfolds with a paintbrush in one hand and a Bitcoin in the other. Overcoming challenges in the cryptoverse, he found unexpected guidance from local Bitcoin exchanges and bookies, ultimately cashing out a substantial amount. As David went on to pursue a master’s degree in internati...

In this My Tech Story Africa episode, we share a virtual cup of coffee with Kimutai, a dedicated software developer at the Open Institute. He enthusiastically unveils his progression from exploring diverse fields post-high school to the pivotal discovery of programming during his university days. While pursuing his studies, he honed his skills through Moringa School and boot camps like Microverse...

In this episode of My Tech Story Africa, we explore the story of Michael Munavu, an unconventional tech entrant, who initially ventured into telecommunication and information engineering. Shortly after, his interest in magic led him to his passion for coding and technology, through self-guided learning. Key to his story is his collaborative spirit that birthed an enduring partnership with Kimutai,...

In this episode of the My Tech Story podcast, entrepreneur Arnold Kwizera shares valuable insights into entrepreneurship and business development. The conversation delves into practical aspects, covering crafting marketing plans, engaging with marketing outlets, and perfecting a two-minute elevator pitch. Arnold emphasizes the significance of addressing fundamental yet critical elements that can p...

Welcome back to another episode of My Tech Story Africa! Today, we're diving into an inspiring conversation with Ariane, a Carnegie Mellon University student, as she shares her journey from self-doubt to triumph in the world of data science. In the midst of a pandemic, Ariane shares her journey applying to Carnegie Mellon based on a friend's recommendation, triumphing over initial skeptici...

In this episode of the My Tech Story Africa podcast, Clare Korir, Director of Product at Moringa School, shares her inspiring journey. From an unexpected shift from chemistry to economics at Columbia University to pivotal roles in educational institutions across Africa, Clare emphasizes the importance of values-driven education and early exposure to leadership. The episode further explores Clare&#...

In this episode of the My Tech Story Africa podcast, Sildio Mbonyumuhire's inspiring journey unfolds from an aspiring priest to the Director of Labs Product Management and Engineering at TechnoServe. Despite initial aspirations of priesthood, Sildio's fascination with computers led him to pursue a degree in computer science, overcoming limited resources and family expectations. The pivotal...

In today's My Tech Story Africa podcast episode, we feature Kosen Kenta, the current Program Manager at Antler, East Africa. He takes us on a captivating journey through his diverse career, transitioning from law ⚖️to managing startups over at Antler, East Africa. 🚀 Antler, a day zero investor, is committed to backing the world's most driven founders. Operating in Nairobi's vibrant st...

In today's episode of the My Tech Story Africa podcast, we dive deep into the remarkable journey of Dr. Yvette Underdue Murph, a beacon of inspiration in the world of higher education. 🙌🏽 From humble beginnings in New York City 🇺🇸 to her current role as the Director for Enrollment Management, Student Success, Marketing, and Communications at Carnegie Mellon University Africa 🇷🇼 , Dr. Yvette&...

In this captivating episode of the MyTech Story Africa podcast, we have the pleasure of hosting Alfred Wanjao, a true testament to the power of resilience and self-belief💪🏽. Alfred's journey is a remarkable one as it began with dreams of becoming a priest as an altar boy but took an unexpected turn towards the tech industry. He started in the world of analytical chemistry, but his true passi...