Think BIG for Africa Podcast

Ekene Banye
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This podcast is for people who are interested in Africa’s development. We bring you interesting conversations with local, national, and international African leaders from all walks of life (home and abroad). Leaders who are doing their bit to progress Africa’s development. Conversation topics will range from Education, Science, Economics, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Business, Politics, Health, Relationships, Career, Spirituality, Entertainment, Art, Social, and Other Global Issues. Conversations about everything that concerns Africa’s development. Africa has so many wonderful achievers worldwide, and this is exactly what we will bring to you on The Think BIG for Africa Podcast.

  1. Women In Tech in Africa: Innovation, Inclusion, Funding, Resilience, and Mentorship | Jennifer Daniel

    07/01/2025

    Women In Tech in Africa: Innovation, Inclusion, Funding, Resilience, and Mentorship | Jennifer Daniel

    Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Jennifer Daniel. Jennifer is an innovation strategist, ecosystem builder, and advocate for inclusive entrepreneurship in Africa. She is a researcher, a PhD Candidate, and the  Founder of SASIE.org. Her work bridges the gap between academic research and real-world enterprise, championing pathways for research-to-market acceleration and digital transformation. This conversation and debate focused on “Women in Tech.” Highlights topics of our discussion and debates included 1.   Women in Tech and Innovation in Africa 2.   Inclusion – should women be in ALL spaces? 3.   Alternative funding model & grants for women 4. Angel networks for women in Africa 5.    Can Africa jump to the 4th Industrial Revolution 6.    Supporting African youths to build and enhance their resilience 7.    Supporting women in evolving African cultures and traditions 8.    Why, Why, Why, and more Why do we do certain things in Africa 9.    Why the “Matrix of Success” needs to evolve 10. Finding your purpose and focusing everything around it 11. Imposter Syndrome  12. Planned society and economy in Africa 13. Governance systems in Africa – Is democracy not working for us?   Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, etc).    Enjoy! #africa #developafrica #inclusion #womenintech #techecosystem #leadership #africanyouths #makeafricagreat #africa2050 #thinkbigforafrica

    1h 45m
  2. Africa Will Rise When It Focuses On Education, Research, and Social Entrepreneurship | Charles Oham

    06/18/2025

    Africa Will Rise When It Focuses On Education, Research, and Social Entrepreneurship | Charles Oham

    Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Charles Oham. Charles holds a PhD in Entrepreneurship, an MBA, an MA by Research in Business, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education. As a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, he is deeply committed to advancing excellence in teaching, learning, and research in entrepreneurship and business education.   As I am also very interested in education and entrepreneurship in Africa, this conversation was one to be had. It’s a must-listen for any Africans who want to be involved in positive change in their community.   Discussion Topics included 1.     The Value Placed on Education and Research in Africa  2.     How to Develop and Enhance Education and Research Institutes in Africa  3.     Why Africa Is Losing Its Indigenous Apprenticeship Systems 4.     What Is Social Entrepreneurship 5.     The 3 Main Challenges for Social Entrepreneurs - Market, Governmental, and Society Failures 6.     Positive Option for Anti-Capitalist Young Africans – Become Social Entrepreneurs 7.     The Need for Environmental Conservation in Africa - Elephant City with No Elephants 8.     The Cycle of Poverty in Africa 9.     How to Empower and Lead Communities Out of Poverty Using Asset-Based Community Development 10.  Others are Book Recommendations, Advice for Young Africans, and Vision for Africa   V: https://youtu.be/7nyCDz02frM A: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1709230/episodes/17357517 Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, etc).    Enjoy!   #africa #developafrica #education #research #socialentrepreneurship #africanyouths #makeafricagreat #africa2050 #thinkbigforafrica

    1h 13m
  3. Enabling More Authors to Tell African Stories to The World | John Amailo

    06/05/2025

    Enabling More Authors to Tell African Stories to The World | John Amailo

    Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is John Amailo. John is a Book Project Consultant, Content Management Consultant, Writers' Coach, and Business Strategist. He is the author of four books that are currently available for sale on Amazon. These books include: Your Foolish Mind, Demystifying the Art called Writing, etc.    John is the founder of the Dynamic Africa Community, a community of nearly 2000 members that aims to raise dynamic leaders who will raise the bar of greatness in Africa and beyond. The community comprises great personalities from diverse backgrounds. He is also the founder of the “Dacians Writers Academy”, an academy for writers and creatives across Africa.  In this conversation, we discussed some of the issues about writing in Africa and what John is contributing to help improve authorship and reading on the continent.    Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, etc)    Enjoy!

    49 min
  4. Winning in a Competitive Landscape: Empowering Youths with Emotional Resilience and Intrinsic Motivation | Kunle Adefila

    05/26/2025

    Winning in a Competitive Landscape: Empowering Youths with Emotional Resilience and Intrinsic Motivation | Kunle Adefila

    Welcome to another episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. My guest for this episode is Kunle Adefila. Kunle is a Management Consultant, an International Speaker, Trainer, and Business Coach. He is currently the MD/ Lead Consultant of KGL Prime Consult. This conversation is a must-listen for any young Africans because Kunle dissected a few major hindrances to young people's success.   Highlights 1.    Dealing with the unique challenges of African youths 2.    Inadequate educational curriculum - emotional and financial intelligence 3.    5 domains of emotional intelligence – Meaning and Practice 4.    Understanding resilience – “Bouncer-ability” 5.    Parents’ gifts to their children to Meet the World 6.    Global issues that are doing a lot of damage to our youth 7.    Identifying a lack of emotional resilience 8.    Practical strategies for cultivating emotional resilience 9.    Balanced parenting and the effects of Self-Talk 10. Motivation: Whose Responsibility? 11. Self-Motivation – Know Your WHY! 12. Things that will keep you stuck - Your Association- Your Past 13. Book recommendations 14. Why do some people hate Jordan Peterson? 15. Advice for African youths – Start by adding value to yourself     Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, etc).    Enjoy!

    1h 25m
  5. Modern Relationships: Dating, Marriages, and Divorce | Remi Ogunpitan

    05/20/2025

    Modern Relationships: Dating, Marriages, and Divorce | Remi Ogunpitan

    Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Remi Ogunpitan. Remi is a visionary media professional, renowned for creative excellence, strategic insight, and passion for impactful storytelling. Most importantly for this conversation, he is a father of young adults navigating the modern relationship rollercoaster.   In this conversation, we discussed the evolution of media space in Africa, modern dating and relationships, the impact of Donald Trump’s tariffs and aid in Africa, and more.    This conversation is essential for any young African who wishes to navigate the modern dating/relationships rollercoaster successfully.   Highlights: 1.    No perfect  place anywhere in the world 2.    Remi’s Intro – Owner of media production and equipment companies 3.    Media's contributions in African society - Cultural and Knowledge Dissemination 4.    Navigating disinformation and misinformation on Social Media – Encourage digital literacy and self-regulation 5.    The harm of media Half-Truths 6.    Why Men Don't Chase Anymore? - The Art of Romance is Gone 7.    Are We Digging the Grave for Human Extinction 8.    Love is not enough - Marrying for alignment 9.    Modern marriage – A union of individuals vs. families 10. Trump's tariffs and USAID 11. The negative impact of aid in Africa 12. Book Recommendations – Who are we? What am I? What should I be?  13. What is the philosophical foundation of one Africa? 14. Advice to young Africans – Add value 15. Vision for Africa - open borders, free trade, and selfless leadership   Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc).    Enjoy!

    1h 31m
  6. Women On The Journey to Motherhood | Funke Oham

    05/12/2025

    Women On The Journey to Motherhood | Funke Oham

    Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Funke Oham. Funke is an award-winning author, speaker, coach, and advocate committed to supporting women navigating infertility, miscarriage, and baby loss. Rooted in her journey of conception struggles and grief, she has transformed pain into purpose, becoming a guiding light for women across the globe. Here are the highlight topics of our insightful conversation: 1.    Child Loss – The Heart-Wrenching Loss Stories Never Told 2.    Turning Pain to Purpose 3.    Your Faith – The Source of Tremendous Strength 4.    Pre-Marriage Counselling - Important Issues to Be Discussed Before Marriage 5.    Advocacy, Awareness, and Promoting Maternal Health in Nigeria 6.    Maternal Health and Reproductive Support Systems in Africa 7.    Taboo Issues You Are Forbidden to Speak About 8.    The Waiting Room – Supporting the Journey to Motherhood 9.    Up-Coming Project – In Person Retreat in London   Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, etc).    Enjoy!

    1h 39m
  7. Invest in Africa | Free Trade, Trade War, Over Regulations, Free Movement in Africa | Paul K. Layode

    05/05/2025

    Invest in Africa | Free Trade, Trade War, Over Regulations, Free Movement in Africa | Paul K. Layode

    Welcome back to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast. In today’s episode, my guest is Paul K. Layode. Paul is an Economist, Corporate and Business Strategist, and Angel Investor.    This engaging conversation revolves around the challenges and opportunities for businesses in Africa, particularly Nigeria. Paul and I highlight the disconnect between government regulations and the actual needs of businesses, asserting that ineffective regulations hinder entrepreneurial growth. We emphasized the necessity for private businesses to innovate and develop infrastructure and the importance of fostering a conducive environment for trade and investment within African countries. Ultimately, we call for a collaborative approach where businesses and government actively engage to understand and fulfill economic needs.   Highlights -       The conversation begins with a critique of the government's understanding of business needs. -       Paul highlights overregulation as a significant hindrance to business in Africa, particularly in Nigeria. -       Discussion on why entrepreneurs should view challenges as opportunities for innovation in Nigeria. -       Mention of resilience needed for businesses to thrive amidst significant challenges in the market.  -       Insight into how companies like Dangote continue to invest in Nigeria despite regulatory hurdles. -       Emphasis on the necessity for businesses to innovate and adapt to local market conditions despite governmental policies.  -       A strong argument is presented for businesses to take the initiative to build supportive infrastructures. -       The need to address fragmentation in African trade and the potential of a unified market is presented as crucial for growth. Closing thoughts on the historical context of trade within Africa and the relatively recent attempts at integration.    These issues/topics need to be discussed more conversations to find solutions to them.    Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc).    Enjoy!

    1h 22m
  8. Bringing Telecoms Connectivity and The Digital Revolution to Rural Africa | Tola Yusuf (Ph.D)

    03/27/2025

    Bringing Telecoms Connectivity and The Digital Revolution to Rural Africa | Tola Yusuf (Ph.D)

    In today’s episode of the Think BIG for Africa Podcast, my guest is Tola Yusuf. He is a founding partner of Infratel Africa; a Telecoms company focused on bringing telecoms connectivity to rural Africa.   In this interesting and insightful conversation Tola explained the motivation and implementation of telecommunication in rural Africa.  Summary 1.    Infratel Africa – Driving Digital Transformation in Rural Africa 2.    Internet Connectivity (Penetration) in Africa  3.    Building Telecommunication Connectivity in Rural Africa 4.    Enabling Employment for Youths and Women 5.    My Wish to Go Back and Live in My African Village 6.    Connectivity and Economic Growth in Rural Africa 7.    Impact of Trump and USAID in Africa - Foreign Aid Comes With Shackles 8.     Africa: The Victim of The World 9.    Book Recommendations: You Are Exactly What You Consume - You Consume Nothing, You Remain Empty 10. Peter Thiel – Africans MUST Start Listening to Boring But Smart People 11. Advice For Young Africans – Be Proud of Your Identity – Let’s Build The Africa of Our Dreams 12.  To Change to Dynamics of Africa - Speak Positively and Participate  13. Vision for Africa - Free Movement of People and Goods 14. Africans Must Tell Africa's Stories – Responsibility and Accountability    Listen, share, and kindly subscribe to the Think BIG for Africa Podcast on your favorite podcast platform (Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcast, Amazon Music, etc).    Enjoy!   #ruralafrica #InfratelAfrica #digitaltransformation #developafrica #digitalinclusion #africanyouths #makeafricagreat #africa2050 #thinkbigforafrica

    1h 31m
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This podcast is for people who are interested in Africa’s development. We bring you interesting conversations with local, national, and international African leaders from all walks of life (home and abroad). Leaders who are doing their bit to progress Africa’s development. Conversation topics will range from Education, Science, Economics, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Business, Politics, Health, Relationships, Career, Spirituality, Entertainment, Art, Social, and Other Global Issues. Conversations about everything that concerns Africa’s development. Africa has so many wonderful achievers worldwide, and this is exactly what we will bring to you on The Think BIG for Africa Podcast.

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  • Creator
    Ekene Banye
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    166
  • Rating
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