Techeconomy Podcast

About Techeconomy Podcast

Every week we will bring new stories from startups and influencers who are shaping and changing the world we live in. We'll also bring you reports on topics you should know. Follow us @techeconomyng for more.

Publisher

Techeconomy

Category

technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

7 Jun 2023

Latest episode

24 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

23 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   24 Jul 2026

   Talent is the New Oil. Is Africa's workforce ready for the AI era?

   Artificial Intelligence is transforming the way we work, innovate, and compete. The real question is no longer whether AI will shape the future—it's whether Africa is ready to lead it. Join us at this month's Techeconomy Business Series as leading experts examine how governments, businesses, educators, and professionals can build the talent and skills needed for an AI-powered future. 🎙 Speakers: • Becky Oghenetega (@_ladybeckss) – Senior Associate & Team Lead, WTS Blackwoodstone • Linda Ochugbua Robert Duke (@lindaochugbua @robertbduke) – Founder, DIMC Technologies Africa • Kamal Dandina (@kamaldandina) – Chief Growth Officer, Dataleum • Lara Akintola (@laraimpacts) – GM, Business Transformation, Golden Penny Foods (FMN) 🎤 Moderator: Bukola Orlaah (@bukoorlaah_) Together, they'll explore: 🔹 AI-ready skills for the future of work 🔹 Closing Africa's digital talent gap 🔹 Workforce upskilling and transformation 🔹 Building AI solutions designed for African realities Be part of the conversation shaping Africa's AI future. 📅 Don't miss it! #TecheconomyBusinessSeries #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfWork #DigitalSkills #WorkforceTransformation #Upskilling #Innovation #TechInAfrica #AfricaTech #AIForAfrica #DigitalTransformation

2. 

   1 Jul 2026

   AGENTIC AI AND THE FUTURE OF WORK

   The Techeconomy Business Series explored the transformative impact of Agentic AI on the future of work, highlighting how autonomous AI systems are reshaping industries, business operations, and workforce dynamics. Unlike traditional AI tools that respond to prompts, Agentic AI is capable of planning, making decisions, executing complex tasks, and collaborating with humans with minimal supervision. The session examined how businesses can harness Agentic AI to improve productivity, enhance customer experiences, streamline operations, and unlock new opportunities for innovation. It also addressed the evolving role of employees, emphasizing the need for continuous upskilling, digital literacy, and human-AI collaboration in an increasingly automated workplace. Industry experts discussed the opportunities, challenges, ethical considerations, governance, and policy frameworks required to ensure responsible AI adoption. The conversation provided actionable insights for business leaders, technology professionals, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and the broader workforce on preparing for a future where intelligent AI agents become integral to organizational success. The discussion reinforced that the future of work is not about humans versus AI, but about humans working alongside intelligent AI systems to create greater value, drive innovation, and build resilient, future-ready organizations.

3. 

   27 May 2026

   Financing the Future: Venture Debt, Local Capital & African Innovation | TBS May 2026 Webinar

   Africa’s innovation ecosystem is evolving, but where will the funding for the next generation of startups come from? In this edition of the Techeconomy Business Series (TBS) May 2026, industry experts explore how local capital, venture debt, and smarter investment structures are redefining startup growth and innovation across Africa. 🎙️ Featured Speakers: * Ebunoluwa Ashley-Dejo * Damilare Davola * Success Ajilore (STN & Accelerated Plus) Key conversations in this webinar include: ✔️ The future of startup financing in Africa ✔️ Venture debt and alternative funding models ✔️ The role of local investors in scaling innovation ✔️ Sustainable investment strategies for African startups ✔️ Opportunities and challenges in the African tech ecosystem Subscribe for more conversations shaping Africa’s digital economy and innovation landscape. #TBS2026 #AfricanInnovation #VentureDebt #StartupFinance #TechInAfrica #Techeconomy #AfricanStartups #InnovationEconomy

Who has been a guest on Techeconomy Podcast

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• Precious Ekezie
• Michael Balogun
• Orafu Charles
• Victor Danjuyan
• Philip Aiwekhoye

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