Episode 7 - NFTs for African Artists and Art Collectors
In this episode, we chat to Karabo Morule about NFTs, and the awesome work she’s doing to help art collectors value their collection, and treat them like real investments.
Karabo Morule is the co-founder of Capital Art which launched in December 2020. Capital Art is the first art collection management service, focused on collectors of modern and contemporary African art.
She is an actuary by profession with experience in the investment banking industry. Karabo has been collecting, investing in and being a patron of the arts since 2012. She is a member of the World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leaders and in 2014, she was recognised as one of the 200 Young South African leaders who are shaping the country's future.
11 Oct 2021
Episode 6 - The real funding landscape in Africa.
As a Pan African career professional who is highly experienced in early to mid-stage Fintech & E-commerce start ups, Tatenda Furusa has gained a wealth of knowledge in conceptualisation, new product development & shaping strategic initiatives to build out start-ups and go to market efforts.
In the episode, he gives us insight on funding Landscape in Africa, as well as the work he’s doing to serve the gig economy with Imali Pay.
6 Aug 2021
9 Women in 90 minutes Series: Eps 9 - Women in Male-dominated Industries with Doreen Mokoena
The 9 Women in 90 minutes series touches on the "so-called “taboo” topics affecting the African women in society such as masculinity, unconventional careers, high performing single mothers, just to name a few.
In episode 9 Doreen Mokoena chats to us about how she maneuvered herself to the top in a male dominated industry.
Doreen Mokoena is an accomplished Internet and Cybersecurity expert with over 7 years in the internet industry. She is currently the founder and CEO of Cybersec Clinique, a software development and cybersecurity company that specializes in mining technologies. Doreen leads a critical role in the enforcement of regulations within the South African tech space and advocates for women participation in the cybersecurity and STEM fields.
6 Aug 2021
9 Women in 90 minutes Series: Eps 8 - Women’s Empowerment with Ms Khoza
The 9 Women in 90 minutes series touches on the "so-called “taboo” topics affecting the African women in society such as masculinity, unconventional careers, high performing single mothers, just to name a few.
In episode 8 we chat to Ms Khoza about how men can support and push the women empowerment agenda.
Ms Khoza is the Founder and Chairperson of the Zodwa Khoza Foundation, a not-for-profit company. Together with the City of Johannesburg, the Foundation houses the Zodwa Khoza Entrepreneurial and Skills Development Center at the Diepkloof, Soweto multi-purpose center. Ms Khoza is a Social Entrepreneur who believes in doing good while doing business. She lives this by actively supporting community based organisations, charities and not-for-profit companies.
6 Aug 2021
9 Women in 90 minutes Series: Eps 7 - Menstrual Matters with Farah Fortune
The 9 Women in 90 minutes series touches on the "so-called “taboo” topics affecting the African women in society such as masculinity, unconventional careers, high performing single mothers, just to name a few.
In episode 7 Farah Fortune chats to us about menstrual matters and how we as ordinary citizen can help in ensuring that free pads are a right for all women.
Farah Chirene Fortune, founder & director of African Star Communications (ASC) is the well known businesswoman behind many successful corporate and celebrity brands. She is better known to her clients & industry peers as "The Pitbull in Heels". With a keen interest and focus on female empowerment, her company only employs women and predominantly uses female suppliers. She’s also the face behind The Pad Run, a non-profit initiative that is helping underprivileged young women in South Africa maintain their dignity.
6 Aug 2021
9 Women in 90 minutes Series: Eps 6 - Mindfulness and Self-love with Dorothy Ooko
The 9 Women in 90 minutes series touches on the "so-called “taboo” topics affecting the African women in society such as masculinity, unconventional careers, high performing single mothers, just to name a few.
In episode 1 we chat to Dorothy Ooko on how mindfulness and self-love can help you with living a balanced life.
Dorothy currently heads the Google Communications team in Africa. When not working Dorothy loves keeping fit, sports, hiking, reading, cooking and travelling. She is very active on social media and believes in being part of the conversations to build your brand. At the start of Covid19, she started No Head Podcast about living life in the present moment and navigating life together
6 Aug 2021
9 Women in 90 minutes Series: Eps 5 - Women in Unconventional Careers with Apiwe Nxusani-Mawela
The 9 Women in 90 minutes series touches on the "so-called “taboo” topics affecting the African women in society such as masculinity, unconventional careers, high performing single mothers, just to name a few.
In episode 5 we chat to Apiwe Nxusani-Mawela on how she managed to thrive in a career that is unconventional for women.
Apiwe Nxusani-Mawela is an enthusiastic brewmaster born and raised in Butterworth, a small village in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. Apiwe got intrigued by the science of beer making during her high school days when she visited an open day at a university. She is a woman of many firsts, emerging as a force to be reckoned with within the craft beer industry. Her company Brewsters Craft, is the first black female owned and operated brewing company in South Africa.
6 Aug 2021
9 Women in 90 minutes Series: Eps 4 - Age and Marital Status Discrimination with Astelie Ngarambe
The 9 Women in 90 minutes series touches on the "so-called “taboo” topics affecting the African women in society such as masculinity, unconventional careers, high performing single mothers, just to name a few.
In episode 4 we chat to Astelie Ngarambe on discrimination that women face due to their age and marital status.
Astelie Ngarambe is a marketing professional with brand building and brand execution experience in Western and Eastern Africa. Her 10-year marketing career includes tenures in Silicon Valley based companies. Astelie's passion lies in helping African companies build a big brand feel across and beyond the continent. Today in Rwanda, she leads the marketing department of the social enterprise franchise business, JIBU, for Rwanda and DRC.
6 Aug 2021
9 Women in 90 minutes Series: Eps 3 - Single Motherhood and High Performance with Lesego Maboa
The 9 Women in 90 minutes series touches on the "so-called “taboo” topics affecting the African women in society such as masculinity, unconventional careers, high performing single mothers, just to name a few.
In episode 2 we chat to Lesego Maboa on how she balances being a single mother and and a higher performer at work.
Lesego Maboa is a qualified Chartered Accountant, currently working as a Finance Manager for an Institutional Stockbroker in the Banking industry. She is the eldest of three, and currently a single, ambitious, dream chasing, go-getting mom. She is a strong believer that being a mom (or parent in general), should be a dream catalyst, not extinguisher!
6 Aug 2021
9 Women in 90 minutes Series: Eps 2 - Sexuality, Inclusivity and Diversity with Bandy Kiki
The 9 Women in 90 minutes series touches on the "so-called “taboo” topics affecting the African women in society such as masculinity, unconventional careers, high performing single mothers, just to name a few.
In episode 2 we chat to Bandy Kiki on why Sexuality, Inclusivity and Diversity are important in our society.
Bandy Kiki is a Cameroonian public figure, entrepreneur and LGBT+ activist. She is the Founder of Kikum Consulting - a marketing and branding consultancy; Co-founder of Rem Clan - a gender-neutral online apparel clothing company inspired by everything LGBTQ and African; Rainbow Migration Trustee, Black Beetle Health Trustee and Living Free UK Director.
6 Aug 2021
9 Women in 90 Minutes Series: Eps 1 - Women Supporting Women with Rehema Isa
The 9 Women in 90 minutes series touches on the "so-called “taboo” topics affecting the African women in society such as masculinity, unconventional careers, high performing single mothers, just to name a few
In episode 1 we chat to Rehema Isa on the importance of women supporting women and the role she plays.
Rehema is a Serial Entrepreneur, a Business Strategist, a Storyteller and a Mother. She is the co-founder of Womanomics Africa™, a not for profit focused on advocacy, research and capacity building, to ensure that women receive ½ of $6tn estimated to be unlocked from doing business in Africa’s Continental Free Trade Area. As the co-founder of Oya Foods and a TEDx licensee, she’s passionate about amplifying the voices, and scaling up the businesses of African women globally.
7 Jun 2021
Episode 5 - Sustainable and Impactful Intra African travel with Michael Njeru
Michael Njeru is a seasoned actor and producer in Kenya’s film industry. He is the Head of Community at Turnup.Travel and doubles up as production manager for TurnUp in Motion Crew with many years in the production realm.
In the episode, he gives us insight on how the pandemic impacted the African travel industry. He talks about the importance of sustainable travel through community impact. Lastly, we touch on the power of lens through storytelling, digitally sharing and documenting our true pride and culture.
10 May 2021
Episode 4 - Mentorship and Gender Equality for African Women with Steffi Barandereka Nineza
Steffi is a feminist leader who calls herself a Chief Feminism Officer (CFO). She is on a mission to advocate for women and girls’ equal rights and uses her voice on various platforms to challenge the roles and stereotypes that lead to inequalities and exclusion.
During the episode, we discuss the importance of gender equality and explore interventions that companies can implement, to ensure that all genders are equally represented in the workplace. She also talks about her volunteer work, as a mentor to young girls, with G4G and The Ubuntu Academy. Lastly, she touches on how you can also volunteer and assist in empowering young girls in your community.
10 May 2021
Episode 3 - The EdTech landscape in Africa with Matsi Modise
In episode 3, we talk about the EdTech landscape in Africa with Matsi Modise, Founding CEO of Furaha Afrika Holdings.
About the Guest:
Matsi is on a mission to contribute to Africa's skills revolution and boost South African entrepreneurs. She has numerous other awards to her name including being chosen by the World Economic Forum as one of the Top 50 Global Shapers to attend the annual Davos conference. Matsi is an experienced international speaker with a passion for entrepreneurship, leadership and South African start-ups.
10 May 2021
Episode 2 - Agriculture and the Youth with Nono Sekhoto
In episode 2 we have a chat with Nono Sekhoto - MD and Founder, GrowthShoot.
Listen as we find out more about the role she plays in educating and empowering youth who are interested in being part of the Agriculture industry.
10 May 2021
Episode 1 - The impact of Social Enterprises with The Social Enterprise Academy SA
Welcome to Vuuqa’s new business podcast where we chat to African brands and business about all things entrepreneurial, digital, innovative, and disruptive.
In episode 1 we chat to the Social Enterprise Academy about the social enterprise landscape in South Africa and what role they play in the entrepreneurship ecosystem.
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