Change Africa Podcast
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<p>Join hosts Isaac Aboah and Daniel Merki as they engage with Africa's most inspiring thought leaders and doers who are driving the continent's transformation. In each episode, we delve into the work and ideas of these changemakers, exploring Africa's challenges and the abundant opportunities for growth and development. In our Winter 2023 season, we delve deep into the stories of mavericks and outliers who are forging the path for Africa's future across various fields, including Media, Entertainment, Non-Profits, Tech, Creative Arts, and Entrepreneurship. Join us on the Change Africa Podcast as we shape a new African narrative that inspires innovation and prosperity. </p><br><p>Connect with us on social media: Change Africa Podcast on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/changeafricapod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/changeafricapod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/changeafricapod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/change-africa-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
May 30, 2025
Peace Hyde: Redefining African Storytelling Through Purpose and Power
Peace Hyde, award-winning creator, discusses with Isaac Aboah how she redefines African storytelling by championing authenticity and building platforms to elevate African talent in this interview.
May 22, 2025
Paakow Essandoh: Bridging Cultures Through Fashion and the Power of Representation
<p>In this episode of the Change Africa Podcast, host Isaac Aboah sits down with Paakow Essandoh, founder of the celebrated fashion brand Mizizi, to explore the power of fashion as a tool for cultural identity, diaspora connection, and creative entrepreneurship.</p><br><p>Paakow shares how Mizizi was born out of his quest to reconnect with African heritage after feeling culturally disconnected growing up in the diaspora. What started as a passion project quickly became a global brand celebrating African pride through bold designs, cultural storytelling, and authentic community engagement.</p><br><p>The conversation explores the challenges of building a culturally sensitive brand, the role of collaboration and music in expanding reach, and how Mizizi navigated its rise from social media buzz to partnerships with major cultural institutions like Marvel. Paakow emphasizes the value of persistence, adaptability, and surrounding yourself with the right people to grow sustainably.</p><br><p>From personal identity to global impact, this episode highlights how fashion can help reclaim narratives, build movements, and reshape how Africa is seen, both by the world and by its diaspora.</p><br><p><br></p><h3>Episode Summary</h3><p>00:00 – Introduction to Change Africa Podcast</p><p>01:01 – Paakow Essandoh: Bridging Cultures Through Fashion</p><p>05:03 – The Journey of Entrepreneurship</p><p>08:59 – Grappling with Identity and Blackness</p><p>12:03 – Promoting African Culture Through Fashion</p><p>13:02 – The Launch of Mizizi and Initial Success</p><p>16:02 – Evolving the Brand and Cultural Sensitivity</p><p>19:09 – Media Attention and the Rise of Mizizi</p><p>20:54 – Sustaining Success in African Fashion</p><p>23:06 – Collaborations and Future Directions</p><p>23:50 – Building Connections Through Music and Fashion</p><p>26:29 – The Impact of African Culture on the Diaspora</p><p>29:02 – Collaborating with Marvel: A Journey of Persistence</p><p>38:08 – The Role of People in Business Success</p><p>41:27 – The Talent and Potential of African Creatives</p><p>45:48 – The Future of African Creativity and Global Representation</p><br><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3>Further Reading and Resources</h3><ul><li>Explore Mizizi at<a href="https://www.mizizishop.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> mizizishop.com</a></li><li>Discover how Mizizi partnered with Marvel and other global brands</li><li>Learn more about diaspora fashion and storytelling via <a href="https://www.thefolklore.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Folklore</a> and <a href="https://www.okayafrica.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">OkayAfrica</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p>This podcast is a production of Nexa Media.</p><p>Do you have a question for our hosts? Email us at <a href="mailto:changeafricapod@gmail.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">changeafricapod@gmail.com</a></p><p>Follow the podcast on <a href="https://twitter.com/changeafricapod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a>,<a href="https://www.facebook.com/changeafricapod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Facebook</a>,<a href="https://www.instagram.com/changeafricapod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Instagram</a>, and<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/change-africa-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> LinkedIn</a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
May 15, 2025
Amma Gyampoh: Transforming Africa Through Impact, Innovation, and Local Power
<p>In this episode of the Change Africa Podcast, host Isaac Aboah sits down with Amma Gyampoh, founder and CEO of Scale Up Africa, for a compelling conversation on digital transformation, agriculture, entrepreneurship, and rethinking finance across the continent.</p><br><p>Amma shares how her work in e-government and digital systems in the UK shaped her approach to African development. She reflects on her decision to return to Ghana and the transformative potential of solving problems “amidst the obvious,” especially in agriculture, where she believes distribution is everything.</p><br><p>The discussion dives into African startups' structural challenges, from infrastructure and funding gaps to misaligned investor expectations. Amma champions a shift in mindset and capital, calling for decolonized financing, better collaboration among investors, and deeper engagement from local pension funds and family offices in shaping Africa’s future.</p><br><p>This episode also explores gender lens investing, the untapped power of tourism and the creative economy, and why local decision-making is critical to sustainable entrepreneurship. Amma makes a powerful case for aligning capital with context and systems with sovereignty.</p><p><br></p><h3>Chapters</h3><p>00:00 – Introduction to Change Africa Podcast</p><p> 01:01 – Amma Gyamoh: Founder of Scale Up Africa</p><p> 02:46 – Digital Transformation Experience in the UK</p><p> 05:26 – Transitioning to Ghana: Motivations and Challenges</p><p> 08:23 – Addressing Agricultural Challenges in Africa</p><p> 12:25 – The Importance of Distribution in Agriculture</p><p> 15:32 – Building Startups: Differences Between Africa and the UK</p><p> 18:14 – Investor Perspectives on Infrastructure and Funding</p><p> 21:12 – Impact Investing Ghana: Collaborative Efforts</p><p> 25:30 – Unlocking Local Pension Funds for Impact Investments</p><p> 30:01 – Engaging Wealthy Families in African Tech Opportunities</p><p> 31:04 – Unlocking Entrepreneurial Potential</p><p> 34:29 – Challenges in the Startup Ecosystem</p><p> 39:31 – Integrating Solutions Across Sectors</p><p> 41:12 – Shifting Power Dynamics in Funding</p><p> 45:54 – Transforming Tourism and Creative Industries</p><p> 51:26 – Decolonizing Finance and Impact Investing</p><p> 56:40 – Building a Sustainable Future for Africa</p><p><br></p><h3>Further Reading and Resources</h3><ul><li>Learn more about Amma Gyampoh’s work through<a href="https://scaleupafrica.co" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Scale Up Africa</a>.</li><li>Explore<a href="https://impactinvestinggh.org" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Impact Investing Ghana</a>, a platform promoting collaboration in inclusive finance.</li><li>Check out AVCA and the Ghana Venture Capital Trust Fund for additional context on investing in African startups.</li><li>Read more on gender lens and decolonial investing at<a href="https://criterioninstitute.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> Criterion Institute</a>.</li></ul><p><br></p><p> </p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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- What is Change Africa Podcast?
<p>Join hosts Isaac Aboah and Daniel Merki as they engage with Africa's most inspiring thought leaders and doers who are driving the continent's transformation. In each episode, we delve into the work and ideas of these changemakers, exploring Africa's challenges and the abundant opportunities for growth and development. In our Winter 2023 season, we delve deep into the stories of mavericks and outliers who are forging the path for Africa's future across various fields, including Media, Entertainment, Non-Profits, Tech, Creative Arts, and Entrepreneurship. Join us on the Change Africa Podcast as we shape a new African narrative that inspires innovation and prosperity. </p><br><p>Connect with us on social media: Change Africa Podcast on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/changeafricapod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/changeafricapod" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Twitter</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/changeafricapod/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Facebook</a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/change-africa-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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