NSIONA IMPACT

Roots and Values

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Nsiona Impact is a consult that collaborates and partners with visionary corporates, governments, DFIs and financial investors to use finance to drive impact and sustainable growth in Emerging and Frontier markets. Our podcast goes beyond Nsiona Impact’s core operations, spotlighting inspiring stories of real-world impact. Rooted in our "Sequoia Tree Mindset"—built on resilience, longevity, and interconnectedness—we dive into the personal journeys of remarkable individuals, exploring the human qualities behind their excellence and achievements.

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Roots & Values Ep. 4: The MIT Côte d’Ivoire IMO Coaching Project 05.05.2026 41:58

In this episode, we sit down with members of the MIT-ledinitiative supporting the Côte d’Ivoire International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO) team. The conversation explores the role of mathematical Olympiads in developing elite problem-solving skills, the origins of the MIT–Côte d’Ivoire coaching programme, and the experiences of student instructors working directly with young talent in Abidjan. We a...

Roots & Values Ep. 3 | Leslie Maasdorp – From Apartheid Activism to Leading Global Development Finance (CEO, BII) 03.11.2025 52:57

In our new episode of Roots & Values ,host Alain Nsiona sits down with Leslie Maasdorp, CEO of British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution investing to create sustainable and inclusive growth across Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean. Born and raised under apartheid in South Africa, he found inspiration in the nation’s struggle for justice and equality,develop...

Roots and Values | Episode 2 — Damilola Okonkwo, Founder of KEY Academy Lagos 10.09.2025 1:00:23

What would make someone leave a thriving career at JPMorgan in London to start a school in Nigeria? In this episode of Roots and Values, we sit down with Damilola Okonkwo, founder of KEY Academy in Lagos, whose bold vision is reshaping education in Nigeria. Damilola shares her fascinating journey — from growing up between British and Nigerian cultures, to excelling as a student in London, to build...

Roots & Values: Episode 1 | Guillaume Fonkenell 29.06.2025 50:49

Roots & Values S1 E1: What does it truly mean to create lasting impact? In our inaugural 'Roots & Values' podcast episode, we sit down with Guillaume Fonkenell, Founder of Pharo Management and @PharoFoundation, to explore the deep roots of his philanthropic journey and the values that shape his bold and uncompromising approach to investing with a purpose. Get a sneak peek into his...