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kolapo ogungbile
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Do you really know what it takes to build startups in Africa? We will strip it bare here!

  1. 3 Apr

    Stripping It Bare: 60 Episodes on the Reality of Building Startups in Africa

    This is a condensed summary of over 2,217 minutes of conversations from 60 episodes of the Kurious K Podcast. It is designed to help past listeners quickly revisit key insights and give new audiences an easy entry point into the major ideas explored across the series. The summary captures core themes from the podcast, including startups in Africa, technology, AI, fintech, blockchain, clean energy, venture capital, and the realities of entrepreneurship. It distills the lessons, patterns, and practical insights shared by founders, operators, and industry leaders over time, making the archive easier to navigate and more accessible to a wider audience. This version is not intended to replace the full podcast, but to serve as a useful guide to the broader body of conversations and help listeners identify the ideas and episodes most relevant to them. Narration for this summary was generated with NotebookLM.

    19 min
  2. Aaron Iyama: Technical and Vocational Skills are the future for Nigerian youth

    30/09/2024

    Aaron Iyama: Technical and Vocational Skills are the future for Nigerian youth

    Aaron has spent nearly a decade building EQUILOG Technical Services Ltd. with the mission to ensure a steady supply of skilled talent and reliable machinery for Nigeria’s construction, mining, agriculture, and industrial sectors. In this episode, we took a dive into into Aaron's journey behind EQUILOG, and how the company is bridging the skills gap in heavy machinery operation. We also explore why young people should consider a career in this growing industry and what EQUILOG is doing to meet Nigeria's future needs.

    46 min
  3. Dr Success Ojo: Transforming Nigeria's Education Landscape with AI and Tech

    31/08/2024

    Dr Success Ojo: Transforming Nigeria's Education Landscape with AI and Tech

    I met Dr. Success Ojo while planning a trip for German delegates to visit her company, and I was blown away by her innovative work transforming education in Nigeria, especially after a successful career in corporate America. Join us as we explore her journey, from founding Realztech Institute and Gotocourse to creating GMind AI

    37 min
  4. Glory Enyinnaya- The Nigeria's Entrepreneurial Paradox

    31/07/2024

    Glory Enyinnaya- The Nigeria's Entrepreneurial Paradox

    How can the world’s most entrepreneurial society be the poorest, when entrepreneurship is the creation of wealth? That is the question Glory asked and the curiosity led to an Article on the Harvard Business Review. We discussed why she's decided to play a pivotal in transforming the entrepreneurial landscape in Africa and more.

    34 min
  5. Dolapo Amusat : Tech x Creative Industry

    30/06/2024

    Dolapo Amusat : Tech x Creative Industry

    Join us for a chill conversation with Dolapo Amusat, a visionary who's passionate about the fusion of art and technology! Dolapo shares inspiring insights and stories from his journey building a community in the university to working at Google and a Professional member of the Recording Academy (Grammys). Get ready for a fun and enlightening listen!

    51 min
  6. Ben Iyoha: The Art of creating Transformative Brands

    08/06/2024

    Ben Iyoha: The Art of creating Transformative Brands

    Uncover the keys to impactful marketing and explore the transformative power of branding with expert insights from Ben. Learn how technology is reshaping customer acquisition and retention strategies for businesses of all sizes.

    48 min
  7. Nwanne Nwonwu- Adopting Internship & appreenticeship model to solving unemployment

    01/11/2023

    Nwanne Nwonwu- Adopting Internship & appreenticeship model to solving unemployment

    In this episode, we explore the urgent need for overhauling the education curriculum, emphasizing the significance of adopting internship and apprenticeship models. Join us as we unravel the potential these approaches hold in shaping the future of Nigerian education and reducing unemployment.

    42 min
  8. Tobi Kasali- Building a global community for 2.3 billion Christians

    24/10/2023

    Tobi Kasali- Building a global community for 2.3 billion Christians

    In an era where technology is rapidly transforming various sectors, the question arises: Are religious institutions keeping pace with innovation? Tobi Kasali is at the forefront of building a global community for churches & Christian’s, signaling the beginning of a new chapter in modernizing religious practices worldwide.

    44 min
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Do you really know what it takes to build startups in Africa? We will strip it bare here!

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  • Creator
    kolapo ogungbile
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    61
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © kolapo ogungbile
  • Show Website
    Kurious K