The HoaQ Podcast

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HoaQ Club is a community of creators, operators, and investors backing entrepreneurs building scalable businesses for Africa and its diaspora. Through our monthly AMA sessions, we bring together founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders to share practical insights, discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping Africa's technology ecosystem, and help our community learn from those building at the forefront. Whether you're a founder, operator, investor, or simply curious about the future of technology in Africa, this podcast is your front-row seat to the conversations shaping the ecosystem. Visit HoaQ.co to join our community, and follow us across our social media platforms @HoaQClub.

  1. 21h ago

    The Economics of AI: The Impact on Africa and It's Diaspora with Dr Chinasa Okolo and Cobih obih

    In this AMA session, we're joined by Dr Chinasa T. Okolo and Cobih Obih, a Legislative AI Fellow in the United States Senate and Lead Product Manager at Mastercard. In this episode, Dr Chinasa T. Okolo and Cobih Obih educate the HoaQ community on the economics of AI and its transformative potential for African founders and the continent at large. They break down what AI is, how it works, and how startups can harness its capabilities to solve pressing problems across industries such as agriculture, healthcare, and education. They also explore the opportunities and risks of AI, from innovation and productivity to algorithmic bias, hallucinations, and job displacement. The conversation highlights the importance of clean, localised data, workforce upskilling, international partnerships, and ethical regulations in ensuring AI solutions are relevant and beneficial to African societies. HoaQ is a community of 1,200+ angel investors, creators, and operators backing entrepreneurs building scalable businesses for Africa and its diaspora.  Our mission at HoaQ is to support founders who are leveraging technology to build economic infrastructure for Africa and Africans. Click here to join our community. Follow us across our social media platforms @HoaQclub.

    The Economics of AI: The Impact on Africa and It's Diaspora with Dr Chinasa Okolo and Cobih obih

  2. 4d ago

    Built to Last: The Key Indicators of Startup Longevity with Kristin Wilson and Joe Kinvi.

    In this AMA session, we're joined by Kristin Wilson, Chief Strategy Officer at Spurt and an experienced venture builder. In this episode, Kristin delves into the dynamics of venture capital, the importance of building institutions for long-term success, and strategies for entrepreneurs navigating the startup journey. She also emphasises the significance of purpose-driven entrepreneurship, the role of quality people and systems in building resilient businesses, and the importance of addressing co-founder conflicts early on. This session is moderated by Joe Kinvi. HoaQ is a community of 1,200+ angel investors, creators, and operators backing entrepreneurs building scalable businesses for Africa and its diaspora.  Our mission at HoaQ is to support founders who are leveraging technology to build economic infrastructure for Africa and Africans. Click here to join our community. Follow us across our social media platforms @HoaQclub.

    Built to Last: The Key Indicators of Startup Longevity with Kristin Wilson and Joe Kinvi.

  3. Oct 25

    How to Scale a Startup Despite Economic Headwinds with Peace Itimi and Nubi Kay.

    In this AMA session, we're joined by Peace Itimi, the founder of Founders Connect and a seasoned growth leader. In this episode, Nubi Kay and Peace Itimi discuss how startups can grow sustainably despite economic challenges. Drawing from their experience in community building and growth, they explore lean growth strategies, capital efficiency, and the role of community in building and scaling successful startups. This episode is moderated by Nubi Kay! HoaQ is a community of 1,200+ angel investors, creators, and operators backing entrepreneurs building scalable businesses for Africa and its diaspora.  Our mission at HoaQ is to support founders who are leveraging technology to build economic infrastructure for Africa and Africans. Click here to join our community. Follow us across our social media platforms @HoaQclub.

    How to Scale a Startup Despite Economic Headwinds with Peace Itimi and Nubi Kay.

  4. Oct 22

    The Realities of Building a Thriving Startup Eco-system in Africa, with Caleb Maru and Joe Kinvi

    In this AMA session, we're joined by Caleb Maru, the founder and CEO of Tech Safari. In this episode, Caleb Maru shares his insights on building thriving startup ecosystems in Africa, drawing from his experience and data to unpack what it takes to support entrepreneurs and drive innovation across the continent. Caleb offers a closer look at the realities of building in Africa and what needs to happen to unlock the continent’s full potential. This episode is moderated By Joe Kinvi. HoaQ is a community of 1,200+ angel investors, creators, and operators backing entrepreneurs building scalable businesses for Africa and its diaspora.  Our mission at HoaQ is to support founders who are leveraging technology to build economic infrastructure for Africa and Africans. Click here to join our community. Follow us across our social media platforms @HoaQclub.

    The Realities of Building a Thriving Startup Eco-system in Africa, with Caleb Maru and Joe Kinvi

  5. Oct 17

    How to become a smart investor, with Dr. Temilola Adeyemi and Joe Kinvi.

    In this AMA session, we're joined by Dr Temilola Adeyemi, a seasoned expert in the investment space. In this episode, Dr. Temilola Adeyemi joins Joe Kinvi to discuss the importance of financial literacy and how understanding your options can help you make more informed financial decisions. Whether you’re just starting your investment journey or looking to deepen your understanding of the markets, this conversation offers practical insights to help you approach investing with greater knowledge and confidence. HoaQ is a community of 1,200+ angel investors, creators, and operators backing entrepreneurs building scalable businesses for Africa and its diaspora.  Our mission at HoaQ is to support founders who are leveraging technology to build economic infrastructure for Africa and Africans. Click here to join our community. Follow us across our social media platforms @HoaQclub.

    How to become a smart investor, with Dr. Temilola Adeyemi and Joe Kinvi.

  6. Oct 9

    Why Did the Investor Cross the Road? with Nicole Dunn and Nubi Kay

    In this AMA session, we're joined by Nicole Dunn, a seasoned investor, founder, and operator. Drawing on her experience, Nicole shares the key factors startups should consider when raising capital, how to transition into an operating role and the qualities founders should look for in an operator. This episode is moderated by Nubi Kay. HoaQ is a community of 1,200+ angel investors, creators, and operators backing entrepreneurs building scalable businesses for Africa and its diaspora.  Our mission at HoaQ is to support founders who are leveraging technology to build economic infrastructure for Africa and Africans. Click here to join our community. Follow us across our social media platforms @HoaQclub.

    Why Did the Investor Cross the Road? with Nicole Dunn and Nubi Kay

  7. Oct 2

    Where are the Exits? with Jason Njoku of Iroko and Nubi Kay

    In this AMA session, we're joined by Jason Njoku, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of IROKO, and a seasoned investor. He discusses startup exits and investment strategies in Nigeria, the intricacies of exits within the African tech ecosystem, the importance of being a patient investor, knowing when to take money off the table and how today's economic climate is reshaping startup investing. This episode is moderated by Nubi Kay. HoaQ is a community of 1,200+ angel investors, creators, and operators backing entrepreneurs building scalable businesses for Africa and its diaspora.  Our mission at HoaQ is to support founders who are leveraging technology to build economic infrastructure for Africa and Africans. Click here to join our community. Follow us across our social media platforms @HoaQclub.

    Where are the Exits? with Jason Njoku of Iroko and Nubi Kay

  8. Sep 30

    Founders and Startup Ethics with Oo Nwoye and Joe Kinvi

    In this AMA session, we're joined by  Oo Nwoye, founder and executive director of Tech Circle, and a board member of Ventures Platform. He explores founder and startup ethics, discussing everything from accepting investment from unethical sources and the misuse of company funds to choosing the right co-founders and building healthy workplace cultures. He also shares practical insights on navigating fundraising challenges, diversifying income as a founder, and why trust, accountability, and ethical leadership are essential to building resilient startups. This session is moderated by Joe Kinvi. HoaQ is a community of 1,200+ angel investors, creators, and operators backing entrepreneurs building scalable businesses for Africa and its diaspora.  Our mission at HoaQ is to support founders who are leveraging technology to build economic infrastructure for Africa and Africans. Click here to join our community. Follow us across our social media platforms @HoaQclub.

    Founders and Startup Ethics with Oo Nwoye and Joe Kinvi
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HoaQ Club is a community of creators, operators, and investors backing entrepreneurs building scalable businesses for Africa and its diaspora. Through our monthly AMA sessions, we bring together founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders to share practical insights, discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping Africa's technology ecosystem, and help our community learn from those building at the forefront. Whether you're a founder, operator, investor, or simply curious about the future of technology in Africa, this podcast is your front-row seat to the conversations shaping the ecosystem. Visit HoaQ.co to join our community, and follow us across our social media platforms @HoaQClub.

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  • Creator
    HoaQ Club
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Explicit
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