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Information Management in the Social Sector 11:37

16d ago11:37

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Alexander Bertram, Executive Director of BeDataDriven and Founder of ActivityInfo, shared how to leverage data and technology for impact and results, discussing the good, the bad, and the potential of information management. Explore more ICT4D content on our website www.ict4dconference.orgSonja Ruetzel

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EP 63 I Zoë Karl-Waithaka : Exploring new frontiers with BCG 26:38

13d ago26:38

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I have the pleasure of speaking with Zoe, the Managing Director and Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) based in Nairobi. Zoe brings a wealth of experience in management consulting across the African continent, particularly in the food systems practice. Our conversation delved into various aspects of sustainable agriculture and the innovative …

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Takeaways from the 12th ICT4D Conference 11:05

2M ago11:05

11:05

Nora Lindstrom, Senior ICT4D Director at Catholic Relief Services, summarizes the three digital trends that emerged from the 2024 discussions and shares the main learnings she took home from the Conference in Ghana. Explore more ICT4D content on our website www.ict4dconference.orgSonja Ruetzel / Nora Lindstrom

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EP 62 I Glantine Mashile: Overcoming barriers to finance in agriculture 34:06

3M ago34:06

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In conversation with Glantine Mashile, MD of Geekay Agribusiness. Glantine shares invaluable insights on the challenges farmers face in securing loans from retail banks, particularly for black and emerging farmers. He emphasises the importance of proper business structuring, compliance, and record-keeping to become bankable. We discuss the types of…

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EP 61 I Dr Penny Byrne: Exploring ESG and Climate Resilience in Agriculture 29:33

4M ago29:33

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Dr. Penny, an ESG specialist, sheds light on the significance of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) in today's agricultural landscape. She shares her expertise as an ESG Investment Analyst at SBG Securities, emphasising the importance of incorporating environmental, social, and governance factors into investment strategies for equities, wi…

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EP 60 I Michelle Marais: Urban Farmer's mission to support African agriculture 34:15

5M ago34:15

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Michelle shares her journey in the agricultural sector, her recent award win, and her work with small-scale farmers through Urban Farmer. We discuss the challenges faced by smallholder farmers, the importance of information access, and the vision for the future of agriculture in Africa. Please rate and review this podcast episode. Email info@mbalin…

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EP 59 I Minki Thulo: The role of a Business Coach in scaling and growing your business 36:17

6M ago36:17

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In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Minki, a seasoned business growth consultant and coach at GROW. We explore the crucial role of business coaching in the success of entrepreneurs, delving into the importance of clarity, focus, and intentionality in building a thriving business. We also discuss the difference between business coa…

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EP 58 I Oxolo Mofokeng : Siyavuna Abalimi Development Centre 46:47

6M ago46:47

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In conversation with Oxolo Mofokeng, the Deputy Director of Siyavuna Abalimi Development Centre. Siyavuna focuses on empowering rural communities in KwaZulu-Natal through sustainable farming practices. They provide training to both elderly farmers and youth, emphasizing the importance of skills development and enterprise development. Oxolo explains…

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EP 57: Francois Rossouw I Unleashing AI in Agriculture with AI Farmer powered by AELA 31:51

7M ago31:51

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In our first episode of 2024, we dive into the transformative world of agricultural technology with our guest, Francois Rossouw, CEO of SAAI. Francois, a returning friend of the podcast, shares exciting developments about SAAI's latest innovation, AI Farmer, powered by AELA. AI Farmer, formerly known as Hi Saai, is a groundbreaking technology provi…

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EP 56 I Sinelizwi Fakade: Unlocking commercialisation strategies for rural agricultural development 42:52

10M ago42:52

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Ukhanyo Farmer Development (NPO) is a pioneering initiative dedicated to empowering and uplifting farmers in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape province. Focused on rural agricultural development, the organization aims to unlock the full potential of farmers by providing essential resources, training, and support. Through strategic guidance and comm…

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EP 55 I Thabile Nkunjana: Understanding the economics behind the egg scarcity crisis 24:04

10M ago24:04

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Over the past couple of months, the poultry industry in South Africa has faced unprecedented challenges, especially with the emergence of the bird flu virus. This outbreak has had a profound impact, particularly on the availability of poultry products, with eggs being a notable example, on many retail shelves. Thabile Nkunjana joins us once again; …

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EP 54: Palesa Motaung: Making agribusiness value chains more efficient with Agrikool 34:56

10M ago34:56

34:56

Agrikool, is a startup focused on making food and agricultural products accessible to everyone. Palesa Motaung, COO of Agrikool discusses the challenges of agri-entrepreneurship in South Africa and how Agrikool has had to adapt its business model to meet the needs of its target market. The episode also highlights Agrikool's strong retail partnershi…

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A McKinsey Africa podcast with Ashraf Sabry, founder and CEO of Fawry 30:27

12M ago30:27

30:27

Africa’s fintech start-ups are leveraging mobile technology and innovative platforms to transform digital banking. We talk to Ashraf Sabry, founder and CEO of Fawry, about the sector’s potential. See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy informationMcKinsey & Company Africa

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EP 53 I Stephanie van der Walt: Women in Agriculture - Highlights from the International Fresh Produce Association's Women's Fresh Perspective 46:38

12M ago46:38

46:38

Stephanie van der Walt, the Regional Manager of the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) discusses the purpose of industry body associations and the work they do, as well as the benefits of being a member. Stephanie shares her thoughts on the Women's Fresh Perspective breakfast hosted by IFPA and their recent conference in Southern Africa…

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EP 52 I Zaheer Dindar and Fazlur Pandor: Introducing Pumpkin: A Web-Based Platform for Agribusiness Financial Management and Funding 52:35

1y ago52:35

52:35

Speaking to Zaheer Dindar and Fazlur Pandor both Co-Founders of Pumpkn.io Pumpkn is a web-based platform that helps agribusinesses manage their finances and raise funding. It provides businesses with a comprehensive financial compliance checklist and real-time updates on their financial standing. It also offers tailor-made financing and funding opp…

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EP 51 I Tendai Chitapi & Oliver Windram: Farming with AI! How machine vision and deep learning are transforming produce grading - Kuronga 50:31

1y ago50:31

50:31

Tendai Chitapi and Oliver Windram, co-founders of Kuronga. Kuronga is a platform that utilizes machine vision and deep learning to help farmers accurately grade their produce and target the right customers. The founders recognized that farmers were missing out on market opportunities due to a lack of tools and expertise in grading fresh produce. Th…

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EP 50 I Linda Siboto: Unveiling the world of cannabis with Cheeba Cannabis Academy 37:16

1y ago37:16

37:16

Linda Siboto is the Co-founder of Cheeba Cannabis Academy and he unpacks the cannabis industry from obtaining licenses, cultivation practices, the costs associated with cannabis farming, and the various courses the academy offers to individuals that seek to learn or pursue a career in the cannabis industry. Linda also shares his personal journey an…

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EP 49 I Christian Giesel: The role of marketing in shaping the future of agriculture with Syngenta 34:37

1y ago34:37

34:37

Christian Giesel, the Head of Marketing at Syngenta South Africa is the guest on this exciting podcast episode. Syngenta is a global agribusiness company that plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of agriculture through innovative marketing strategies. Christian's passion for sustainable agriculture and his deep understanding of the marketing …

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EP 48 I Lindsay Hopkins and Ozzy Nel : SA Harvest 37:37

1y ago37:37

37:37

SA Harvest, based in the heart of South Africa, is a pioneering company with a mission to alleviate hunger while combating food waste. They've identified a critical issue in our society—tons of perfectly edible food goes to waste every day, while millions of people struggle with hunger. SA Harvest was founded with the belief that this disparity can…

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EP 47 I Naledi Magowe: Empowering Africa's rural farmers through tech innovation. 31:03

1+ y ago31:03

31:03

Brastorne is an innovative technology startup based in Botswana, dedicated to bridging the digital divide and empowering the rural poor in Africa. With a deep-rooted commitment to addressing the needs of rural communities, especially those engaged in agriculture (representing 80% of the population), Brastorne leverages the transformative power of t…

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Blockchain technology for food security 13:09

1+ y ago13:09

13:09

Jessica Agnew, Ph.D., Associate Director of CALS Global, the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences at Virginia Tech, explores the potential of blockchain to solve global food security challenges. Introducing their Laser Pulse project’s unique user-based design, creating ‘stickiness’ and encouraging long-term use. Explore more ICT4D content on ou…

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EP 46 I Thabile Nkunjana: Food price inflation and its impact on the consumer market 48:22

1+ y ago48:22

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Thabile Nkunjana is an experienced economist in agri-food systems, international trade, and rural development industry, and is currently employed by the NAMC as an Economist in Agri-Food Chains. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of food price inflation and its far-reaching consequences. We discuss how shifts in supply and demand,…

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EP 45 I Andy Du Plessis: Food Forward SA 36:19

1+ y ago36:19

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Food Forward SA works with a network of food donors, volunteers, and beneficiary organizations to collect surplus food from retailers, farmers, and manufacturers, and distribute it to vulnerable communities across the country. Their mission is to ensure that no one goes hungry, while also promoting sustainable food systems and reducing the environm…

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EP 44 I Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli: Growing agribusinesses across Africa 35:57

1+ y ago35:57

35:57

In this episode, we take a closer look at the incredible career of Ndidi Nwuneli, an entrepreneur, author, and advocate for sustainable development in Nigeria's agri sector. Ndidi is the founder of AACE Foods, an agribusiness company that works with smallholder farmers to produce high-quality food products for local and international markets. Ndidi…

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Using AI to detect pests in crops in Tanzania 15:06

1+ y ago15:06

15:06

Benedicto Hosea, CEO at Mboni ya Vijana, partnering with Plant Village, explains how have implemented a global AI app to help farmers in Tanzania with detecting pests in staple crops, and further improve their knowledge for resilience. Explore more ICT4D content on our website www.ict4dconference.org…

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EP 43 I Mishkaat Anderson: Breeding varieties for the South African deciduous fruit producers. 31:46

1+ y ago31:46

31:46

Speaking to Mishkaat who is the newly appointed GM for Culdevco. Culdevco’s main objective is to identify, market and commercialise profitable Agricultural Research Council (ARC) bred varieties for the South African deciduous fruit producers and Culdevco licensees abroad. Since 2006, Culdevco and the ARC have had an exclusive deciduous fruit licens…

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Digitization & farmer's behavioral change 14:40

1+ y ago14:40

14:40

Worlali Senyo, Head of Corporate Services at Farmerline, explores how to encourage (small-holder) farmers to digitize and inspire social behavioral change for more resilience and agricultural productivity. Explore more ICT4D content on our website www.ict4dconference.orgSonja Ruetzel

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EP 42 I Shalom Ben Or : Building a fintech company for the African agriculture sector. 31:03

1+ y ago31:03

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Avenews is a fast-growing Israeli-Kenyan fintech company building the first financial super app for the agriculture industry in Africa. Despite their economic contribution, agri-SMBs receive only 3-5% of total bank credit. An estimated 2.5M agri-SMBs are in need of financing solutions in SSA alone, resulting in an $80 billion finance gap in the sec…

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A McKinsey Africa podcast with Dare Okoudjou, founder and CEO of MFS Africa 37:48

1+ y ago37:48

37:48

Africa’s fintech industry has rapidly expanded, and traditional financial institutions have faced intense competition as a result. MFS Africa’s founder and CEO discusses the sector’s growing potential. See www.mckinsey.com/privacy-policy for privacy informationMcKinsey & Company Africa

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Setting up a market monitoring dashboard for food security 18:51

1+ y ago18:51

18:51

Sonja Perakis, Senior Market Monitoring Advisor, and Janeen Cayetano, Data and Geospatial Analyst, at Catholic Relief Services discuss the importance of data-driven response to food security and explain how to get started with a market monitoring dashboard. Explore more ICT4D content on our website www.ict4dconference.org…

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EP 41 I Dimakatso (Nono) Sekhoto: Developing young agricultural leaders across the African continent 36:40

1+ y ago36:40

36:40

Nono is a commercial farmer and business women who has built a remarkable career in the agricultural sector focusing on primary agriculture, particularly in empowering youth, women and new entrants in the agriculture sector. We discuss her role within the African Leadership Academy where she has successfully managed to establish and run the AL for …

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AI for climate adaptation 15:45

1+ y ago15:45

15:45

Leila Toplic, Head of Emerging Technologies Initiative at NetHope, demonstrates how AI can assist vulnerable communities in adapting to the effects of climate change. She shares three examples on anticipatory action, climate-smart agriculture, and AI for environmental protection. [Publication referenced ‘Digital for Climate Adaptation and Resilienc…

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Applying for water rights: Advice for farmers 17:06

1+ y ago17:06

17:06

Water is a critical input for agricultural production and plays an important role in food security. Yet, issues around water rights remain a real headache for most of Mzansi’s farmers. In this episode, Katlego details how farmers can obtain water rights for their farms. But be warned, there are no shortcuts. She also provides a list of what farmers…

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EP 40 I Maluta Netshaulu: Commercial agriculture and the banking sector 37:16

1+ y ago37:16

37:16

In conversation with Maluta Netshaulu - Senior Manager: Agriculture (Client Value Proposition). He is a thought leader in the sector and we highlight the wins and losses experienced across the agri sector over the past 6 months and what the future looks like for 2023 and beyond. Please rate and review this podcast episode. Please rate and review th…

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Improving livestock farming with big data 13:05

1+ y ago13:05

13:05

Anthony Whitbread, Principal Scientist at the International Livestock Research Institute (ILRI), demonstrates how big data is being used to support livestock farming. Explore more ICT4D content on our website www.ict4dconference.orgSonja Ruetzel / Anthony Whitbread

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Farmers are now allowed to sell water 14:47

1+ y ago14:47

14:47

This episode talks about the details of farmers now being allowed to sell water and all you need to know about this topic.Food For Mzansi

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Contracts: Who, What and Where!! 25:41

1+ y ago25:41

25:41

This episode is all about contracts and the agreements we enter into as farmers. What does a contract look like? What should be in the contract to make sure that we do not get cheated!? What happens if we disagree?Food For Mzansi

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Ownership Models in Farming 20:21

1+ y ago20:21

20:21

The Legal Boeremeisie talks about ownership models within the farming industry in detail.Food For Mzansi

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BBBee in the Agri sector: how does it affect you? 23:31

1+ y ago23:31

23:31

A detailed discussion about BBBee in the agriculture sector and tips and advise you can apply to your own farm.Food For Mzansi

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Water Rights: How the new Act affects you 13:40

1+ y ago13:40

13:40

The third episode looking at how the new Water Act affects you from The Legal Boeremeisie.Food For Mzansi

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You and your farm workers 20:30

1+ y ago20:30

20:30

Talking about rights and duties of farmers and farm workers who live on the farm and what options you have to manage your farm.Food For Mzansi

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Agriculture Legal Topics 17:27

1+ y ago17:27

17:27

Welcome to the first episode of ‘The Legal Boeremeisie’, an introduction of a series of informative podcasts aimed to guide South African Farmers through the myriad of legalities and challenges they face on a daily basis from an established lawyer in this field.Food For Mzansi

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Scaling agri extension apps 15:53

1+ y ago15:53

15:53

Franziska Atwii, Team Lead of the Innovation Lab in Kampala at Welthungerhilfe, shares how they are scaling and customizing agriculture extension apps for each country to better support small holder farmers. Explore more ICT4D content on our website www.ict4dconference.orgSonja Ruetzel / Fransizka Atwii

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Lessons learned using digital agri innovations in Africa 14:28

1+ y ago14:28

14:28

Nixon Mageka Gecheo, Senior Program Officer, Digital Systems & Solutions for Agriculture at AGRA (Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa), shares lessons learned and examples of using digital agriculture innovations in Africa. Explore more ICT4D content on our website www.ict4dconference.orgSonja Ruetzel / Nixon Gecheo

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Role of ICT and data to improve food systems 15:18

1+ y ago15:18

15:18

Thembani Malapela, Knowledge and Information Management Officer at FAO e-agriculture, explains what impact digital technologies and data have to improve global food systems and address the current food crisis. Explore more ICT4D content on our website www.ict4dconference.orgSonja Ruetzel / Thembani Malapela

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Guidance for NGOs on using social media for peace building 15:43

2y ago15:43

15:43

Dr. Sanjana Hattotuwa, Special Advisor at the ICT4Peace Foundation, offers advice for civil society organization to better use their online presence and social media for peace building efforts. Explore more ICT4D content on our website www.ict4dconference.orgSonja Ruetzel

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EP 39 I Chirene Jelbert - How to export your produce as a grower/ producer. 37:13

2y ago37:13

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Chatting to Chirene Jelbert , Owner and MD of C- FRUIT. She is an entrepreneur and commercial agriculture professional that has been in the industry for over 15 years. Let's hear how her business helps growers and clients see fruit differently through unique, practical, and sustainable go-to-market strategies from farm to table. Please subscribe to…

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38 I Priaash Ramadeen: Data storytelling with The Awareness Company 31:01

2y ago31:01

31:01

In conversation with Priaash, Co-Founder of The Awareness Company, who worked together with his business partners for over 10 years in research, development and innovation in the public sector, building, amongst other things, pioneering technology that is still being used today in the fight against wildlife poaching. That’s when they realised the v…

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Civil society's role in fighting hate speech 14:48

2y ago14:48

14:48

Alice Nderitu, the Special Adviser of the Secretary-General on the Prevention of Genocide at the United Nations, explains how civil society organizations can join the collaborative flight against hate speech and contribute to the prevention of atrocity crimes. For more information visit https://www.un.org/en/genocideprevention/ Explore more ICT4D c…

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Training youth social media activists 10:29

2y ago10:29

10:29

Jomari Guillermo, Communications Manager at Catholic Relief Services in the Philippines, shares lessons learned from social media training of youth activists for strengthening their peace agendas and increase influence. Explore more ICT4D content on our website www.ict4dconference.orgSonja Ruetzel

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