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S3E9 #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "Talent and ecosystem support are the two things that stands out for me in Tunisia" - Mokhtar Fourti
On this final episode of the Tunisia Tech Ecosystem series, I sit with Mokhtar Fourti, Program Officer at Green4Youth and Co-Founder of Croki, a fast-growing edtech startup in Tunisia.Croki is your…
S3E8 #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "The ecosystem is really collaborative in Tunisia" - Zack Temtem
In this episode, I sit with Zack Temtem, COO at Open Startup, an organization on a mission to empower and shape entrepreneurial journeys in Africa by developing skills, leveraging networks, and…
S3E7 #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "I was first a Medical Doctor, then a Priest and now building out of Tunisia" - John Jang
In this episode, I sit with John Jang, Co-Founder and CEO at Speak Duo a speaking practice platform designed for speed-conversations with real people, powered by AI for smart matchmaking, real-time…
S3E6 #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "The Tunisia Tech Ecosystem is a well connected ecosystem" - Safa Majdoub
In this episode, I sit with Safa Majdoub, former Managing Director at The Dot Hub, one of Tunisia’s most influential innovation spaces driving tech talent development and startup growth.The Dot Hub…
S3E5 #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "There's water scarcity in Tunisia, and we decided to do something about it" - Zoubeir Zarrouk
In this episode, I sit with Zoubeir Zarrouk, Co-Founder at WaterSec, a Tunisian startup tackling water scarcity with cutting-edge technology.WaterSec is improving water-use efficiency through a…
S3E4 #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: The government in Tunisia provides salaries for up to 3 Founders per startup for an entire year - Med Khaled Mezghanni
In this episode, I sit with Med Khaled Mezghanni, Program Manager at Green4Youth, a startup support program focused on advancing the green economy in Tunisia.Green4Youth provides early-stage startups…
S3E3 #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "We're seeing a trend of Tunisian startups wanting to scale to Europe and the Middle East" - Faten Aissi
In this episode, I sit with Faten Aissi, Director of Global Partnerships at Flat6Labs, one of the most influential startup accelerators in the MENA region and a key player in Tunisia’s innovation…
S3E2 #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "We're trying to first build the missing layers for fintech to thrive in Tunisia" - Anis Kallel
In this episode, I sit with Anis Kallel, CTO and Co-Founder at Flouci, one of the most exciting fintech startups in Tunisia redefining access to financial services.Flouci is building digital banking…
S3E1 #DiscoveringAfrica | Tunisia: "Tunisia is the home of the two biggest exits of the continent" - Sarah Ben Younes
In this episode, I sit with Sarah Ben Younes, Founder and CEO of V3 Factory, a key force behind Tunisia’s startup momentum.V3 Factory works closely with founders to sharpen their business models,…
S2E6 #DiscoveringAfrica | Benin: "There's no sustainable development without science and technology" - Thierry Martial Tchangole
CosmoLAB Hub is an innovation hub based in Benin Republic, founded by Thierry Tchangole. The hub focuses on advancing space science and technology through education, research, and entrepreneurship.…
S2E5 #DiscoveringAfrica | Benin: "All our devices have some African touch, something so special. If you use our devices anywhere, you'll remember Africa" - Cristal Bessan
Founded by Richard Ojrado, AS World Tech is a manufacturer of high-tech gadgets.- Smart glasses- Smart Wrist watches and - ComputersAS stands for Asuka Spirit which means “brave, courageous, not…
S2E4 #DiscoveringAfrica | Benin: "We want Gozem to be a super app, everywhere, in every corner of Benin" - Astrid Enianloko
Astrid Serena Enianloko is the Marketing Manager at Gozem in Benin. Gozem. Gozem founded by Gregory Costamagna, Raphael Dana and Emeka Ajene in Togo, is the first super app in Benin, offering…
S2E3 #DiscoveringAfrica | Benin: "The Seme City Open Park is a place where you can come with an idea and go back with a prototype" - Estève Alvin Kassa
Estève Alvin Kassa is a facilitator at the Seme City Open ParkThe SCOP is an innovation park established by the government, which is a part of the Seme City project. The park aims to develop the…
S2E2 #DiscoveringAfrica | Benin: "WHISPA by Etrilabs has been existing since 2015 and has trained over 95,000 women in digital skills" - Gloria Murielle Ahonoukoun
Gloria Murielle Ahonoukoun is a Program Assistant at EtriLabs in Benin.Etrilabs is a hub for entrepreneurs creating innovative solutions. - Building a sustainable ecosystem through programs and…
S2E1 #DiscoveringAfrica | Benin: "Getting support and funding for startups in Cotonou is hard" - Stéphane Gnacadja
Stéphane GNACADJA is the CEO of Harnix is a local tech hub run by students from a university in Cotonou. Harnix is a team of passionate students who push the boundaries of technology to create…
S1E9 #Backend: "I wish I started speaking to mentors earlier" - Yvonne Obike
Yvonne Obike is an accomplished professional with over 10 years of experience in various sectors, including the financial sector, specifically in business operations, strategic partnerships, and…
S1E8 #Backend: "While You See A Lot Of Founders Smile, There's Quite A Lot Of Tears" - Temitope Ekundayo
Temitope creates Marketing, Growth, Sales, CX Strategies to scale up and grow Technology companies. He is an experienced entrepreneur with 10 years background across Technology, Consulting,…
S1E7 #Backend: "I Did Not Turn Down Bill Gates' Offer" - Chris Kwekowe
As a seasoned entrepreneur and product leader with 10+ years of total experience, Chris has dedicated his career to founding and leading innovative, mission-driven product teams. His expertise in…
S1E6 #Backend: A Different View Of Entrepreneurship - The Gerald Black Story Feat. Techpoint Africa
Gerald Okonkwo, popularly called Gerald Black, started his journey as an entrepreneur at a young age — 11 years ago. Running a business as an undergraduate isn’t easy, but Gerald is driven by a…
S1E5 #Backend "Be Honest With Yourself, If It's Not Working, Shut It down - Charles Dairo
Charles Dairo is the Co-founder & CEO of Beezop, he has 12-years experience comprising tech entrepreneurship, business management, website design, digital strategy and product management. He's…
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