INSEAD Africa Initiative

About INSEAD Africa Initiative

The INSEAD Africa Initiative (https://www.insead.edu/centres/africa-initiative) (IAI) podcast series explores Africa and the people who are shaping its economic, societal and environmental progress. We know that business has tremendous potential to be a force for good in Africa aided by responsible leaders. And sound business education has a significant role in developing leaders who will transform business and society. In this series, we hear from thought leaders from the areas of academia, business, policy and community about how Africa’s rich resources can be optimized for inclusive and sustainable growth. Also, about the lessons that the rest of the world can learn from the innovation and entrepreneurship that is flourishing in the continent. Send in your reactions and suggestions about people and topics that you would like to hear about in the context of this diverse and vibrant continent. The INSEAD Africa Initiative (https://www.insead.edu/centres/africa-initiative) (IAI) aims to: 1) Enhance learning about Africa through creating and disseminating knowledge on the best of thought leadership, teaching and research 2) Enhance our contribution to Africa’s education, business and policy environment by sharing best practices and creating a vibrant community for interaction.

Publisher

INSEAD

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

15 Jun 2023

Latest episode

4 Oct 2023

Latest episodes

5 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Oct 2023

   ESG in Africa: The Importance of Transparent & Relevant Disclosure with Andrey Bogdanov

   The INSEAD Africa Initiative (https://www.insead.edu/insead-africa-initiative) delves into the topic of, "ESG in Africa: The Importance of Transparent & Relevant Disclosure". Speaking with us on the very topical issue is our INSEAD Africa Initiative's Executive Director, Dr. Vinika Rao and our guest speaker Mr. Andrey Bogdanov, Principal & Interim CEO of Risk Insights Pty Ltd.

2. 

   26 Jul 2023

   Africa – Opportunities and Threats in the next half century with Colin Coleman

   This INSEAD Africa Initiative (https://www.insead.edu/centres/africa-initiative) podcast delves into the topic of, "Africa - Opportunities and Threats in the next half century". Speaking with us on this very topical issue is Mr. Colin Coleman, a Distinguished Fellow of INSEAD Africa Initiative.

3. 

   12 Jul 2023

   Retail in Africa with Dominique Lecossois

   This INSEAD Africa Initiative (https://www.insead.edu/centres/africa-initiative) podcast delves into the topic of, “Retail in Africa – Challenges and Opportunities”. Speaking with us on this very topical issue is Professor Dominique Lecossois, a Distinguished Fellow of INSEAD Africa Initiative.

4. 

   15 Jun 2023

   Financing for Sustainable Development in Africa with Nabila Aguele

   This INSEAD Africa Initiative (https://www.insead.edu/centres/africa-initiative) podcast delves into the topic of, “Financing for Sustainable Development in Africa”. Speaking with us on this very topical issue is Ms. Nabila Aguele, Special Adviser to Nigeria’s Minister of Finance.

5. 

   15 Jun 2023

   Creating Prosperity in Africa with Lucy Quist

   This IAI podcast delves into the topic of, “Creating Prosperity in Africa”. Speaking with us on this very topical issue is Ms. Lucy Quist, Managing Director at Morgan Stanley serving as the Global Head of Firm Resilience. Lucy is also the author of the book ‘The Bold New Normal’.

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Guest appearances

Books guests

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