The Peswa Podcast

The Peswa
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The voice of African entrepreneurship. The African business ecosystem is filled with stories of triumph, grit and innovation. The Peswa is where those stories live.

  1. 4d ago

    The Reality of Affordable Housing in Ghana

    From a short-lived football career in England to building a real estate company in Ghana, Michael Kyei-Ayensu’s journey is a masterclass in resilience, reinvention, and relationships. In this episode of the Peswa Podcast, Michael opens up about his time as a professional footballer, including stints with Charlton Athletic and West Ham United, and how that experience shaped his “never give up” mindset. After football, he transitioned into business and went on to found Jacob West — proving that sometimes your greatest capital isn’t money, but people. He shares how networking, trust, and relationships became the foundation of his success in Ghana’s real estate industry. We also dive into a critical conversation about housing in Ghana. Michael explains why affordable housing remains a challenge and why developers alone cannot fix the issue without proper government infrastructure, policies, and systems in place. This episode is for anyone navigating career pivots, building from scratch, or trying to understand the realities of entrepreneurship in Ghana. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share. #PeswaPodcast #Entrepreneurship #GhanaRealEstate

    1h 29m

  2. Jun 21

    Uncle Ebo Tells His Story: "8 Years of Failure Paid Off"

    In this powerful episode of the Peswa Podcast, we sit down with legendary Ghanaian playwright and Roverman Productions founder, James Ebo Whyte, to unpack one of the most inspiring creative journeys in Africa. From three failed attempts at stage plays to making a life-altering decision in the year 2000 to burn his certificates and pursue theatre full-time, Uncle Ebo Whyte shares the raw truth behind his journey — the struggles, the doubt, and the years of failure that followed. For 8 long years, nothing seemed to work. But in 2008, everything changed. He sold out TWO shows at the National Theatre — a moment that not only marked his breakthrough, but helped revive stage plays in Ghana. In this episode, he also reflects on: His impactful years at Joy FM and how media shaped his voice Why choosing the right partner in marriage is one of life’s most important decisions How he and his wife have navigated life without biological children and redefined legacy through impact This conversation is about faith, risk, purpose, and the power of staying the course when nothing is working. If you're chasing a dream, this episode is for you. 🎭 Subscribe for more powerful African stories📍 Follow Peswa across all platforms🎙️ Listen on all streaming platforms #PeswaPodcast #JamesEboWhyte #RovermanProductions #AfricanStories #Entrepreneurship #Theatre #Purpose

    1h 57m

  3. Jun 14

    “There is a scheme to make Africans feel less”- Kojo Soboh

    In this episode of the Peswa Podcast, we sit down with Kojo Soboh — founder of the EMY Africa Awards — to unpack his journey from brand builder to cultural architect shaping how Africa celebrates its own.Kojo shares the story behind EMY Africa and why he believes recognition is one of the most powerful tools for transformation on the continent. From redefining success to challenging the idea that you must leave Africa to “make it,” this conversation dives deep into identity, ambition, and purpose.One of the most powerful moments in this episode is when Kojo highlights the urgent need to celebrate African excellence. He explains how many young people feel pressured to travel abroad because they don’t see enough success stories at home — and how platforms like EMY are working to change that narrative.This is more than a conversation — it’s a call to see value where you are, build where you stand, and believe in what Africa already has.Subscribe for more conversations that challenge how you think about success, culture, and the future.

    1h 12m

  4. Jun 5

    NUBUKE: Why You’re Still Stuck & The Courage to Try Anything

    In this episode of the Peswa Podcast, we sit down with Nubuke — a creator whose entire journey is built on one simple but powerful idea: just try. From navigating uncertainty to building a platform rooted in curiosity, Nubuke shares how leaning into the unknown shaped her path and helped her discover purpose along the way. This conversation dives into the fear of starting, the pressure to have things figured out, and why waiting for the “perfect moment” might be the very thing holding you back. One of the most powerful moments in the episode is when she breaks down the real goal behind everything she does — to get people to try new and different things, take risks, and actually do something with their lives instead of just thinking about it. This isn’t just a conversation about content creation. It’s about mindset, action, and choosing movement over comfort. If you’ve been stuck, overthinking, or waiting for a sign — this is it. 🎧 Listen, reflect, and most importantly… act. #PeswaPodcast #Nubuke #TakeTheRisk #StartNow #DoItScared

    59 min

  5. May 31

    The Problem with AFRICA’s Education System: Lecturer & Innovation Expert Explains

    In this episode of The Peswa Podcast, we sit down with Kofi Agyeman-Duah Boachie-Danquah — business innovation expert, strategist, and lecturer based in Germany — for a deep conversation on education, innovation, governance, and why many African systems continue to struggle. Kofi breaks down the major differences between educational systems abroad and across Africa, explaining why many African institutions still prioritize memorization and theory over critical thinking, innovation, creativity, and practical problem-solving. We also dive into why innovation is no longer optional for businesses — whether small startups or large corporations. From technology to operations and customer experience, Kofi explains why businesses that fail to adapt eventually collapse. One of the strongest moments in this conversation is his argument that many Ghanaian and African problems ultimately come down to a lack of political willpower. According to him, Africa already has brilliant people, talented youth, and enough resources — but suffers from weak implementation, poor leadership decisions, and systems that resist long-term thinking. This episode is a powerful conversation on:• Education systems in Germany vs Africa• Why many graduates struggle practically• Innovation and business survival• Entrepreneurship and systems thinking• Why African businesses fail to scale• Leadership and governance in Ghana• Political willpower and development• The future of African economies If you care about Africa’s future, business, innovation, education, and leadership — this is an episode you need to watch. Subscribe to The Peswa Podcast for more conversations with thinkers, founders, creators, and leaders shaping Africa’s future.

    1h 17m

  6. May 24

    Raising $1M: How Victorine Sarr Awuah Did It.

    In this episode of The Peswa Podcast, we sit down with Victorine Sarr Awuah — Founder & CEO of Lyvv Cosmetics — to unpack an incredible journey from Dakar to Paris, from Apple to L’Oréal, and eventually to building one of Africa’s boldest clean beauty brands. Victorine shares what it was like working at Apple in Paris during the Steve Jobs era, learning inside one of the world’s most iconic companies, and later leading and developing multiple African markets for L’Oréal. She opens up about corporate excellence, leadership, branding, and the realities of navigating global companies as an African woman. We also dive into her life-changing YALI Mandela Washington Fellowship experience, meeting President Barack Obama, and how those experiences pushed her toward entrepreneurship and pan-African impact. One of the most powerful moments in this conversation is when Victorine explains why she started Lyvv Cosmetics: seeing how global brands made billions from Africa while barely creating products truly designed for African skin, African consumers, and African realities. She speaks passionately about being a pan-Africanist, building African-owned brands, and creating products rooted in African ingredients, African identity, and African excellence. This episode is about ambition, identity, leadership, beauty, entrepreneurship, and building globally respected African brands from the continent itself. Topics Covered:• Working at Apple in Paris• Interacting with Steve Jobs• Building markets for L’Oréal across Africa• Meeting the Obamas through YALI• Pan-Africanism and entrepreneurship• Why Africa needs African brands• Building Lyvv Cosmetics• Clean beauty for melanin-rich skin• Leadership, confidence & global business Subscribe for more conversations with founders, creators, and builders shaping Africa’s future.

    1h 14m

  7. May 17

    Kafui Dey: The Man Behind Who Wants To Be Rich

    In this episode of the Peswa Podcast, we sit down with legendary Ghanaian broadcaster Kafui Dey for a deep conversation about his incredible journey through media, radio, television, and life.From his early days working with a shipping company and navigating the corporate world, to helping pioneer English radio in Kumasi, Kafui shares how he found his voice in broadcasting and eventually became one of Ghana’s most respected media personalities.We explore:His transition from corporate life into radioThe Kumasi radio era and building English talk radioHosting Who Wants To Be Rich?His experiences at Starr FM, GHOne, and GTVThe pressure of staying relevant in Ghanaian mediaCommunication, branding, discipline, and consistencyWhy he no longer misses interviewing politiciansOne of the standout moments of the episode is when Kafui explains why he stopped enjoying political interviews, saying many politicians are essentially “all the same” and that politics often feels like a game to them.This episode is packed with wisdom, honesty, humor, and lessons for anyone interested in media, communication, leadership, and personal growth.Subscribe for more conversations on business, culture, media, and African excellence.#KafuiDey #PeswaPodcast #WhoWantsToBeRich #GhanaMedia #StarrFM #GTV #PodcastGH #GHOne #Broadcasting #Ghana

    1h 45m

  8. May 10

    Building A School for Africa’s Forgotten Workforce – Penelope Brooke Thompson

    In this episode of the Peswa Podcast, we sit down with Penelope Brooke Thompson — entrepreneur, education innovator, and Founder of ACTT (African Centre for Technical Training).Penelope shares her remarkable journey from graduating with first class honours at KNUST and becoming valedictorian, to facing the harsh reality of unemployment and career uncertainty after school.She opens up about:• The pressure of excellence after university• Struggling to find meaningful work• Landing opportunities at major companies• Lessons from the corporate world• Why she chose to leave the traditional path• Building ACTT to transform technical education in Ghana• The future of TVET, youth employment, and skills development in AfricaThis conversation is honest, inspiring, and deeply relevant for students, graduates, entrepreneurs, and anyone navigating uncertainty while trying to build a meaningful life and career.If you’ve ever wondered whether setbacks can become the foundation for something bigger, this episode is for you.Subscribe for more conversations on entrepreneurship, careers, business, money, leadership, and African innovation.#PeswaPodcast #PenelopeBrookeThompson #ACTT #TVET #KNUST #Entrepreneurship #Ghana #CareerJourney #YouthEmployment #SkillsDevelopment

    1h 21m
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The voice of African entrepreneurship. The African business ecosystem is filled with stories of triumph, grit and innovation. The Peswa is where those stories live.

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  • Creator
    The Peswa
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    70
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