Join us for a special live interview as we spotlight Lagos Leather Fair 2025—West Africa’s premier leather showcase, set to take place on June 28th and 29th at the Balmoral Event Center, Victoria Island, Lagos. Now in its 8th year, LLF has become a powerful catalyst for growth within Africa’s leather industry—offering a vibrant platform where top designers, skilled artisans, and emerging entrepreneurs connect, collaborate, and showcase their craftsmanship. This year’s theme, “Designing for Tomorrow,” is a bold call to action—championing innovation, sustainability, and cross-industry partnerships that will shape the future of African leather. Tune in as we speak with Niyi Abiola, a seasoned marketing and communications expert, about LLF’s evolution, its impact on the continent’s creative economy, and what to expect from this year’s landmark edition.

On this episode, Nonso Mordi delves into the pressing topic of Talent Development in Africa with Paul Breloff, a workforce innovation and entrepreneurship pioneer. We explore how businesses can identify, develop, and retain the right talent, address skill gaps, and leverage technology for workforce transformation. Paul will also share success stories, lessons learned from his work across Africa and India, and his vision for the future of Africa's workforce. Paul Breloff, Co-Founder & CEO of Shortlist, a talent advisory firm serving Africa’s impact and innovation sectors. Since its founding in 2016, Shortlist has worked with 1,000+ companies and 2,000,000+ jobseekers across 30 countries.  Previously, Paul was the founder & MD of Accion Venture Lab, a VC fund investing in inclusive fintech startups globally, and the new business head for SKS Microfinance in Hyderabad, which IPO’ed in 2010. He is an active angel investor and advises multiple funds investing across Africa, with a particular focus on human capital, jobtech, and future of work.

Nigeria’s power sector has been a source of concern for the masses as its numerous challenges affect their day-to-day lives. There is an urgent need for solutions, which the documentary “UP NEPA” addresses. "Up NEPA!" sheds light on the ongoing electricity supply challenge in Nigeria that has lasted for more than 50 years.  On the show, we speak to Ishaya Bako, the director and writer of the documentary series on the making, the systemic problems within the power sector and the urgent need for solutions. Ishaya Bako is a Writer & Director. His passion for filmmaking cuts across fiction and documentary narratives. He studied filmmaking at the London Film School where he graduated with a distinction and has since gone on to direct over a dozen short films and two award-winning documentaries – ‘Fuelling Poverty’ and ‘Silent Tears’. His films have been screened at film festivals in Seattle, Durban, New York, London, Lagos and Clermont-Ferrand.

To the average person, the actions of Elon Musk can sometimes seem strange and unpredictable.
Given the impact he is capable of having on the world, Our guest, Fred Razak, Chief Trading Strategist at CMTrading, shares insight into how we can understand this seemingly erratic billionaire.

To the average person, the actions of Elon Musk can sometimes seem strange and unpredictable.
Given the impact he is capable of having on the world, Our guest, Fred Razak, Chief Trading Strategist at CMTrading, shares insight into how we can understand this seemingly erratic billionaire.

To the average person, the actions of Elon Musk can sometimes seem strange and unpredictable.
Given the impact he is capable of having on the world, Our guest, Fred Razak, Chief Trading Strategist at CMTrading, shares insight into how we can understand this seemingly erratic billionaire.

Climate change is impacting communities in every country, across every continent. Rising sea levels. Extreme weather events. Disrupted economies. Food and water insecurity. Resource scarcity. Conflict.
Yet global efforts to combat climate change and achieve sustainable development are falling short.
One of such challenge in Africa is climate finance but that will soon change as Rwanda is playing a key role in Implementing climate finance with the recently launched sustainable financial roadmap.
On the show, we have Antonny Mukulu Nshimye, the Chief Legal Officer / Company Secretary of Rwanda Finance Limited to speak to us about this initiative.
He is responsible for legal advisory, regulation, and compliance.

Climate change is impacting communities in every country, across every continent. Rising sea levels. Extreme weather events. Disrupted economies. Food and water insecurity. Resource scarcity. Conflict.
Yet global efforts to combat climate change and achieve sustainable development are falling short.
One of such challenge in Africa is climate finance but that will soon change as Rwanda is playing a key role in Implementing climate finance with the recently launched sustainable financial roadmap.
On the show, we have Antonny Mukulu Nshimye, the Chief Legal Officer / Company Secretary of Rwanda Finance Limited to speak to us about this initiative.
He is responsible for legal advisory, regulation, and compliance.

Climate change is impacting communities in every country, across every continent. Rising sea levels. Extreme weather events. Disrupted economies. Food and water insecurity. Resource scarcity. Conflict.
Yet global efforts to combat climate change and achieve sustainable development are falling short.
One of such challenge in Africa is climate finance but that will soon change as Rwanda is playing a key role in Implementing climate finance with the recently launched sustainable financial roadmap.
On the show, we have Antonny Mukulu Nshimye, the Chief Legal Officer / Company Secretary of Rwanda Finance Limited to speak to us about this initiative.
He is responsible for legal advisory, regulation, and compliance.

Women in tech startups in South Africa make up less than 25% of the workforce but those that do thrive, stand out.
Amanda Fischer is a partner and head of legal and compliance at Skrmiish, ensuring all the i’s are dotted and the t’s are crossed but also, helping to pioneer a unique company that is operating on the threshold of global tech.
On the show, She, alongside Chris Heaton, the Founder and Managing Director of Skrmiish- the world's first app that gives any gamer the opportunity to monetize their matches in the games they love to play, share with Nonso Mordi, the journey so far and how Tech startups can navigate in the legal world.

Women in tech startups in South Africa make up less than 25% of the workforce but those that do thrive, stand out.
Amanda Fischer is a partner and head of legal and compliance at Skrmiish, ensuring all the i’s are dotted and the t’s are crossed but also, helping to pioneer a unique company that is operating on the threshold of global tech.
On the show, She, alongside Chris Heaton, the Founder and Managing Director of Skrmiish- the world's first app that gives any gamer the opportunity to monetize their matches in the games they love to play, share with Nonso Mordi, the journey so far and how Tech startups can navigate in the legal world.

Women in tech startups in South Africa make up less than 25% of the workforce but those that do thrive, stand out.
Amanda Fischer is a partner and head of legal and compliance at Skrmiish, ensuring all the i’s are dotted and the t’s are crossed but also, helping to pioneer a unique company that is operating on the threshold of global tech.
On the show, She, alongside Chris Heaton, the Founder and Managing Director of Skrmiish- the world's first app that gives any gamer the opportunity to monetize their matches in the games they love to play, share with Nonso Mordi, the journey so far and how Tech startups can navigate in the legal world.

55% of African GDP and 41% of African employment is in services – but the service SMME sector in Africa is often overlooked by investors, and under-served by technology and finance, despite its massive economic importance.
 On the show, Nonso Mordi and Arjun Khoosal, Co-founder of Kandua look at the service SMMEs, the opportunities available in the sector, and what needs to be done to encourage its growth.

Africa is poised to play a critical role in the global tech ecosystem, providing innovation, talent, and new market opportunities in areas such as mobile technology, e-commerce, fintech, and the digital economy. As such, the Global Tech Africa (GTA) Conference 2024 is set to Drive this Tech Innovation across the Continent. The Global Tech Africa (GTA) Conference, 2024 is Returning for the second year with the theme: Global Collaborations, Local Transformations and we have Dr Emmanuel Tarfa, CEO & Co-Founder, Kryptr | Partner Enzo Krypton & Co to shed more light on this

55% of African GDP and 41% of African employment is in services – but the service SMME sector in Africa is often overlooked by investors, and under-served by technology and finance, despite its massive economic importance.
 On the show, Nonso Mordi and Arjun Khoosal, Co-founder of Kandua look at the service SMMEs, the opportunities available in the sector, and what needs to be done to encourage its growth.

55% of African GDP and 41% of African employment is in services – but the service SMME sector in Africa is often overlooked by investors, and under-served by technology and finance, despite its massive economic importance.
 On the show, Nonso Mordi and Arjun Khoosal, Co-founder of Kandua look at the service SMMEs, the opportunities available in the sector, and what needs to be done to encourage its growth.

On the show, we journey to Uganda, where there is this wonderful initiative known as project shelter wakadogo.
Project Shelter Wakadogo is a school in northern Uganda, which was founded in the wake of war and now educates over 450 children with one of the highest student retention rates in the country. Recently it was named the winner of the inaugural World’s Best School Prize for Overcoming Adversity.
And the head of the school Mr. Charles Odong speaks to Nonso Mordi about this project

On the show, we journey to Uganda, where there is this wonderful initiative known as project shelter wakadogo.
Project Shelter Wakadogo is a school in northern Uganda, which was founded in the wake of war and now educates over 450 children with one of the highest student retention rates in the country. Recently it was named the winner of the inaugural World’s Best School Prize for Overcoming Adversity.
And the head of the school Mr. Charles Odong speaks to Nonso Mordi about this project

On the show, we journey to Uganda, where there is this wonderful initiative known as project shelter wakadogo.
Project Shelter Wakadogo is a school in northern Uganda, which was founded in the wake of war and now educates over 450 children with one of the highest student retention rates in the country. Recently it was named the winner of the inaugural World’s Best School Prize for Overcoming Adversity.
And the head of the school Mr. Charles Odong speaks to Nonso Mordi about this project

After successfully launching a business, your next step is usually expansion. This growth is necessary for your business to survive, but with it comes new challenges, and common pitfalls that virtually every entrepreneur faces when upsizing their business.
On the show, Nonso Moremi speaks to Rikus Scheepers, Managing Director of Accisure on the challenges of growing small businesses and how you can recognize and overcome them.

After successfully launching a business, your next step is usually expansion. This growth is necessary for your business to survive, but with it comes new challenges, and common pitfalls that virtually every entrepreneur faces when upsizing their business.
On the show, Nonso Moremi speaks to Rikus Scheepers, Managing Director of Accisure on the challenges of growing small businesses and how you can recognize and overcome them.

After successfully launching a business, your next step is usually expansion. This growth is necessary for your business to survive, but with it comes new challenges, and common pitfalls that virtually every entrepreneur faces when upsizing their business.
On the show, Nonso Moremi speaks to Rikus Scheepers, Managing Director of Accisure on the challenges of growing small businesses and how you can recognize and overcome them.

On the show, We journey to South Africa, talking specifically about sustainable aviation fuel otherwise called SAFs.
The local production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) would bring major economic and social, as well as environmental benefits to the country because SAF is low-carbon, alternative fuels which are typically made from bio-based feedstocks such as energy crops, wastes, and residues. They can also be produced from fossil waste such as carbon monoxide-rich industrial waste gas.
So why should South Africa invest in local sustainable aviation fuel products?
Nonso Mordi speaks to Farai Chireshe, an Energy Analyst and Project Officer at WWF South Africa.

On the show, We journey to South Africa, talking specifically about sustainable aviation fuel otherwise called SAFs.
The local production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) would bring major economic and social, as well as environmental benefits to the country because SAF is low-carbon, alternative fuels which are typically made from bio-based feedstocks such as energy crops, wastes, and residues. They can also be produced from fossil waste such as carbon monoxide-rich industrial waste gas.
So why should South Africa invest in local sustainable aviation fuel products?
Nonso Mordi speaks to Farai Chireshe, an Energy Analyst and Project Officer at WWF South Africa.

Over the last few years, African festivals have increased during summer across the Diaspora and over the Continent. However, many music professionals have often called for better integration, harmonisation and promotion across the different African regions to ensure that more opportunities are unlocked across the African music landscape and enterprises to help access financing, promoting tourism and economic development. On the show, Nonso Mordi speaks with Katherine McVicker on the role of African music festivals and events in supporting Africa's growing music industry, increment revenues and tourism and what policymakers and various African tourist agencies need to do to facilitate this and deliver socio-economic impact and foster employment. Katherine McVicker is the Founder and Director of Music Works International and co-founder of ACA. An experienced public speaker and booking agent, in her 30-year career specializing in jazz and world music, she has helped to develop the international careers of a wide range of artists, including Norah Jones, Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Joshua Redman, Branford Marsalis, and Ladysmith Black Mambazo. She has developed promoter networks in Europe and Scandinavia and is currently working on developing similar networks in South America and the Asia-Pacific region.

On the show, We journey to South Africa, talking specifically about sustainable aviation fuel otherwise called SAFs.
The local production of sustainable aviation fuels (SAFs) would bring major economic and social, as well as environmental benefits to the country because SAF is low-carbon, alternative fuels which are typically made from bio-based feedstocks such as energy crops, wastes, and residues. They can also be produced from fossil waste such as carbon monoxide-rich industrial waste gas.
So why should South Africa invest in local sustainable aviation fuel products?
Nonso Mordi speaks to Farai Chireshe, an Energy Analyst and Project Officer at WWF South Africa.

Imisi 3D, a VR and AR creation lab in Nigeria, is currently working on the biggest Extended Reality (XR) program in Africa: The AR/VR Africa Metathon 2022.
For this year’s edition, they partner with our AR/VR Africa Country Partners, Meta, and Blackrhino VR. The theme for the 2022 edition is “Your XR, Your Way!”.
Adekemi Faturoti, Hackathon Lead for the AR/VR Africa Metathon 2022 speaks to Nonso Mordi about this event.

Imisi 3D, a VR and AR creation lab in Nigeria, is currently working on the biggest Extended Reality (XR) program in Africa: The AR/VR Africa Metathon 2022.
For this year’s edition, they partner with our AR/VR Africa Country Partners, Meta, and Blackrhino VR. The theme for the 2022 edition is “Your XR, Your Way!”.
Adekemi Faturoti, Hackathon Lead for the AR/VR Africa Metathon 2022 speaks to Nonso Mordi about this event.

Imisi 3D, a VR and AR creation lab in Nigeria, is currently working on the biggest Extended Reality (XR) program in Africa: The AR/VR Africa Metathon 2022.
For this year’s edition, they partner with our AR/VR Africa Country Partners, Meta, and Blackrhino VR. The theme for the 2022 edition is “Your XR, Your Way!”.
Adekemi Faturoti, Hackathon Lead for the AR/VR Africa Metathon 2022 speaks to Nonso Mordi about this event.

The recent interest rate hikes and rising inflation in South Africa may have deterred some would-be homebuyers, but the luxury property market remains surprisingly resilient despite the economic pressure. 
Why is this you might ask?
On the show with Nonso Mordi, Grant Smee, Managing Director of Only Realty Group South Africa, breaks down the statistics and answers the questions.

The recent interest rate hikes and rising inflation in South Africa may have deterred some would-be homebuyers, but the luxury property market remains surprisingly resilient despite the economic pressure. 
Why is this you might ask?
On the show with Nonso Mordi, Grant Smee, Managing Director of Only Realty Group South Africa, breaks down the statistics and answers the questions.

The recent interest rate hikes and rising inflation in South Africa may have deterred some would-be homebuyers, but the luxury property market remains surprisingly resilient despite the economic pressure. 
Why is this you might ask?
On the show with Nonso Mordi, Grant Smee, Managing Director of Only Realty Group South Africa, breaks down the statistics and answers the questions.

Of a variety of ways to develop an economy, sports and tourism are major contributors to social and economic development in most countries. There are many types of tourism opportunities that countries invest in, to propel and initiate development strategies. One such tourism type is sports tourism.
On the show, Nonso Mordi speaks with Eugene Nizeyimana, Founder/ CEO of the African Business Chamber and one of the senior advisors to the SA Sports minister on the impact and the drive of sports tourism to the Continent.

Of a variety of ways to develop an economy, sports and tourism are major contributors to social and economic development in most countries. There are many types of tourism opportunities that countries invest in, to propel and initiate development strategies. One such tourism type is sports tourism.
On the show, Nonso Mordi speaks with Eugene Nizeyimana, Founder/ CEO of the African Business Chamber and one of the senior advisors to the SA Sports minister on the impact and the drive of sports tourism to the Continent.

Of a variety of ways to develop an economy, sports and tourism are major contributors to social and economic development in most countries. There are many types of tourism opportunities that countries invest in, to propel and initiate development strategies. One such tourism type is sports tourism.
On the show, Nonso Mordi speaks with Eugene Nizeyimana, Founder/ CEO of the African Business Chamber and one of the senior advisors to the SA Sports minister on the impact and the drive of sports tourism to the Continent.

In this insightful interview, Nonso Mordi speaks with Abdul, the visionary CEO of Teekpay, to explore the remarkable journey of building a pioneering WhatsApp micro-payments platform. From the initial spark of inspiration to overcome formidable challenges, Abdul shares the highs and lows of developing Teekpay into a leading player in the fintech space.

On the show, Olufunmilayo Ajala talks with Nonso Mordi about Talent sourcing and how Hugo is helping global businesses to solve their support and talent needs.
Olufunmilayo Ajala is an operation and supports professional with extensive experience in the startup environment. She is also a customer experience and Future work enthusiast.

On the show, Olufunmilayo Ajala talks with Nonso Mordi about Talent sourcing and how Hugo is helping global businesses to solve their support and talent needs.
Olufunmilayo Ajala is an operation and supports professional with extensive experience in the startup environment. She is also a customer experience and Future work enthusiast.

On the show, Olufunmilayo Ajala talks with Nonso Mordi about Talent sourcing and how Hugo is helping global businesses to solve their support and talent needs.
Olufunmilayo Ajala is an operation and supports professional with extensive experience in the startup environment. She is also a customer experience and Future work enthusiast.

Forward-thinking CEOs have always understood that technology and culture are inextricably linked. Openness has become central to how we work, particularly in large organisations. However, introducing new technologies and ideas into a large organisation can be challenging.
On the show, Dion Harvey, Regional GM at Red Hat Sub-Saharan Africa speaks to Nonso Mordi about Open Organisation- its benefits and challenges

Forward-thinking CEOs have always understood that technology and culture are inextricably linked. Openness has become central to how we work, particularly in large organisations. However, introducing new technologies and ideas into a large organisation can be challenging.
On the show, Dion Harvey, Regional GM at Red Hat Sub-Saharan Africa speaks to Nonso Mordi about Open Organisation- its benefits and challenges

Forward-thinking CEOs have always understood that technology and culture are inextricably linked. Openness has become central to how we work, particularly in large organisations. However, introducing new technologies and ideas into a large organisation can be challenging.
On the show, Dion Harvey, Regional GM at Red Hat Sub-Saharan Africa speaks to Nonso Mordi about Open Organisation- its benefits and challenges

According to statistics, up to 15% of employees are absent on any given day and businesses are losing as much as 17% of their payroll every day.
Now using the South African economy as an example, absenteeism costs around R12 - R16 billion per year and can to a degree be seen as possibly the single most expensive problem affecting businesses today.
This no doubt begs the need to have a healthy working environment. It also raises the question, what is the value of corporate wellness?
Dr Chris van Straten from International SOS answers these questions and more on today’s show.

According to statistics, up to 15% of employees are absent on any given day and businesses are losing as much as 17% of their payroll every day.
Now using the South African economy as an example, absenteeism costs around R12 - R16 billion per year and can to a degree be seen as possibly the single most expensive problem affecting businesses today.
This no doubt begs the need to have a healthy working environment. It also raises the question, what is the value of corporate wellness?
Dr Chris van Straten from International SOS answers these questions and more on today’s show.

According to statistics, up to 15% of employees are absent on any given day and businesses are losing as much as 17% of their payroll every day.
Now using the South African economy as an example, absenteeism costs around R12 - R16 billion per year and can to a degree be seen as possibly the single most expensive problem affecting businesses today.
This no doubt begs the need to have a healthy working environment. It also raises the question, what is the value of corporate wellness?
Dr Chris van Straten from International SOS answers these questions and more on today’s show.

With so much untapped potential in Africa's Creative Industry, the Africa Creative Market (ACM) is proud to launch as a platform that is focused on growing the Creative Economy.
This is its inaugural event and on the show, Nicole Ackermann, co-founder of the Africa Creative Market (ACM) speaks about it.
She is also the managing partner of Entertainment IP GmbH PCC, a venture capital investment company she co-founded, focusing on the media and entertainment industry, based in Liechtenstein.
A financing expert for content and business enterprises within the international entertainment industry, she holds a diploma degree in economics from the University of Hohenheim.

Lagos Leather Fair, an annual showcase of Africa’s Leather Industry, has announced the launch of its 2024 fair with the theme “Levelling Up to spur the growth being made across the African Leather ecosystem. This inspired today’s discussion "The African Leather Ecosystem: Growth and Advancement." Africa's leather industry, rich in heritage and potential, stands at a pivotal juncture. With its unique craftsmanship and abundant resources, the continent is poised to become a significant player in the global leather market. However, realizing this potential requires addressing challenges and seizing new opportunities for growth and innovation. On the show, Nonso Mordi speaks to Adetoun Ajeigbe, the visionary Founder and Creative Director of Joel Lani, and a prominent exhibitor at the Lagos Leather Fair 2024. With her extensive experience and deep understanding of the industry, Adetoun will share her insights into the current state of the African leather ecosystem, its remarkable growth, and the advancements driving its evolution.

With so much untapped potential in Africa's Creative Industry, the Africa Creative Market (ACM) is proud to launch as a platform that is focused on growing the Creative Economy.
This is its inaugural event and on the show, Nicole Ackermann, co-founder of the Africa Creative Market (ACM) speaks about it.
She is also the managing partner of Entertainment IP GmbH PCC, a venture capital investment company she co-founded, focusing on the media and entertainment industry, based in Liechtenstein.
A financing expert for content and business enterprises within the international entertainment industry, she holds a diploma degree in economics from the University of Hohenheim.

With so much untapped potential in Africa's Creative Industry, the Africa Creative Market (ACM) is proud to launch as a platform that is focused on growing the Creative Economy.
This is its inaugural event and on the show, Nicole Ackermann, co-founder of the Africa Creative Market (ACM) speaks about it.
She is also the managing partner of Entertainment IP GmbH PCC, a venture capital investment company she co-founded, focusing on the media and entertainment industry, based in Liechtenstein.
A financing expert for content and business enterprises within the international entertainment industry, she holds a diploma degree in economics from the University of Hohenheim.

On the show, Nonso Mordi speaks with International supermodel, Adesola Adeyemi about Models - focusing on not just the glitz and glam but also the psychological welfare of models and how to nurture it.
Adesola Adeyemi is a force to reckon with. An International supermodel who is living the life of her childhood dreams. She rose from obscurity to become one of the first indigenous Nigerian models to work with world-renowned international brands like Gucci, Burberry, Nicole Miller, Sherri Hill, Rebecca Minkoff, Carolina Herrera, Mac Cosmetics, Laura Mercier, Nars, Cledepeau, Khaled Weis, Cover FX, Maybeline, Rimmel London, Flesh Beauty, Glam Glow, Saks Fifth Avenue, Macys, Net-a-porter, T.J. Maxx and more.
She has walked runways in New York Fashion Week, as for renowned designers like Pamela Roland,chiarabonilapetiterobe, Christian Cowan, Patbo, Custo Barcelona, Bibhu Mohapatra, and has been featured in Vogue Italia, Marie Claire, Moevir Magazine, models.com, among others.
She is currently signed to Wilhelmina models, one of the world’s leading modelling and talent agencies.