Good Morning Africa
Good Morning Africa is your daily source of Economy and Business news from the continent. It is a product of @TheKFinancial, hosted by Ruth Adong.
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842 episodes
Meet the CEO: Juliet Oshagbemi, Chief People and Culture Officer (Africa) at Zipline
Juliet Oshagbemi, Chief People and Culture Officer (Africa) at Zipline, walk you through the future of Human Capital Strategy.With over 20 years of experience in human capital strategy and organizational development, Juliet has...
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Season 5
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Episode 30
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33:44
The Workplace Divide Across Generations
we take a closer look at the workplace divide across generations. Millennials, Gen Z, and boomers all see work differently — and that’s reshaping how teams function. We host Juliet Oshagbemi Chief People and Culture ...
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Season 5
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Episode 29
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10:18
Data Sovereignty and the Future of Learning
As African universities accelerate the adoption of Artificial Intelligence, experts are calling for a model rooted in collaboration and context.Education leaders say South–South partnerships are critical — allowing institutions...
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9:00
AI Adoption in African Higher Education
Experts urge African universities to adopt AI strategically, focusing on value, cost, training, and strong policies to build trust and ensure sustainable integration in higher education.
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Season 5
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Episode 27
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8:50
Africa by Air: The Real Story
African aviation is shaped by geography — from Southern Africa’s efficiency to East Africa’s structural challenges and West Africa’s untapped demand. The future depends on reliability, partnerships, and stronger aviation ecosystems.
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Season 5
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Episode 25
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11:44
Africa’s Flight Path: Navigating Costs and Connectivity
Africa’s aviation story right now? Two sides of the same coin.Demand is soaring. A continent of over 1.4 billion people, fast-growing cities, and limited transport alternatives means air travel isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity...
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Season 5
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Episode 24
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10:45
Africa’s Digital Power Shift
Across the continent, startups are developing intelligent tools, talent is growing, and innovation is accelerating. But funding gaps, weak infrastructure, and limited policy support still hold many founders back.Right now, most...
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Season 5
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Episode 23
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11:37
Private Capital Eyes East Africa, But Policy Risks Cloud the Outlook.
🎙️Private Capital Eyes East Africa, But Policy Risks Cloud the Outlook.🎙️Cocoa Prices Slip Below $3,900 as Supply Outpaces Weak Demand.🎙️Paratus Launches Fibre Link from Kenya’s Coast to Eastern DRC....
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Trade Without Friction: Unlocking Africa’s Competitiveness
Africa’s competitiveness in 2026 hinges on making the AfCFTA real for small and mid‑sized businesses, not just the big corporates. That means cutting red tape, simplifying compliance, and reducing trade friction so entrepreneurs can spend le...
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Season 5
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Episode 21
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8:01
Social Enterprises: Africa’s Quiet Engine of Growth
The African Trade Report 2025 shows that social enterprises are a core part of Africa’s economy. Across the continent, there are over 2.18 million social enterprises creating tens of millions of jobs and contributing up to 3% of Africa’s GDP.
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Season 5
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Episode 20
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7:56
Meet The CEO : Amadou Daffe CEO Of Gebeya
In this episode of "Meet the CEO," we welcome Amadou Daffe, CEO and Co-Founder of Gebeya. Get ready for an engaging discussion that explores the impact of AI on the African continent. Amadou doesn't shy away from conversat...
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Season 5
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Episode 19
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31:35
Africa’s Youth Boom and the New Jobs Compact
Ethiopia’s message is clear: Africa’s youth jobs crisis is not about lack of labor or ambition — it’s about the high cost of doing business. Unreliable energy, logistics bottlenecks, and expensive production prevent firms from expanding and ...
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Season 5
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Episode 18
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9:12
Uganda’s Digital Finance Future: Collaboration, Interoperability, and Lower Transaction Costs.
Uganda’s digital finance space is shifting fast — from closed systems to open banking. Banks, fintechs, and mobile money operators are realizing they can’t thrive alone, as the national switch and mobile money tax debates reshape how Ugandan...
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Season 5
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Episode 17
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10:29
Who Writes Africa’s AI Rules?
As artificial intelligence reshapes the global economy, Africa faces a defining moment.The continent is producing world-class tech talent — but without fast-growing local AI companies, that talent will continue to be absorbed e...
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Season 5
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Episode 16
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9:48
Banking Consolidation in Africa: The Race for Regional Dominance
Africa’s banking sector is also seeing increased mergers and acquisitions, as institutions strategically position themselves to capture growth in high-potential regional markets. These moves reflect a broader shift toward ...
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Season 5
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Episode 14
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11:05
Meet The CEO:Kelvin Kimutai, Breedj's Chief Upskilling Officer
On this episode of MEET THE CEO. Kelvin Kimutai, the chief upskilling officer at Breedj joins us to discuss the future of remote work. He talks about closing the persistent gap between education and employment by equipping...
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Africa’s Future Runs on SMEs : Who Will Fund Them?
Local investment is becoming one of the clearest indicators of economic confidence across the continent. The principle is simple: foreign direct investment follows local belief.Ethiopia is emerging after decades of economic reb...
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Season 5
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Episode 13
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9:56
Beyond the Rankings: Absa Africa Financial Markets Index 2025
South Africa is once again top of the table in the latest Africa Financial Markets Index, scoring 86 out of 100 — even as other countries quietly make gains. Mauritius follows closely, while Uganda continues its steady climb, improving its s...
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Season 5
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Episode 12
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11:19
Reforming Africa’s Debt Architecture: Why Relief Alone Isn’t Enough
In the early 2000s, debt relief gave many countries breathing room — but not transformation. The debt was cancelled, yet the structures that pushed economies back into borrowing remained untouched.Today, nearly h...
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Season 5
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Episode 11
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11:45
Digital Plumbing: Why Internet Shutdowns Break Digital Economies.
The internet in Uganda is no longer just a communication tool. It is economic infrastructure.When connectivity was disrupted in Uganda, innovation didn’t pause — it unravelled Freelancers miss payments. ...
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Meet the CEO:Kakurah Ninsiima, Founder of Diamond Consulting
On this week’s Meet the CEO, we sit down with Kakurah Ninsiima, Founder of Diamond Consult and author of A Guide to Building Generational Wealth.In this episode, Kakurah shares the personal experiences that shaped her deep passion for finan...
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Season 5
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Episode 9
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24:06
Building Africa with African Capital.
The East Africa Venture Capital Association is pushing for a fundamental shift in how Africa finances its own development. While private equity and venture capital across East Africa are largely managed by Africans, over 9...
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Season 5
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Episode 8
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9:23
Africa’s Debt Crisis: Borrowing to Survive
Africa is staring down a growing debt crisis — one that didn’t happen overnight. Today, the continent is spending over $1.4 trillion servicing debt, even as economies struggle to grow and governments race to meet rising public needs....
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Season 5
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Episode 7
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12:27