African Workplace Insights

Join us for an engaging conversation on gender-based investments in Africa with Efe (Braimah) Barber, Head of Nigeria Advisory and Program Director of a Gender Lens Investing (GLI) Accelerator. Discover the lessons, opportunities, and challenges of investing with a gender lens in Africa. Efe shares insights on how gender-focused investments align with broader business strategies, highlighting opportunities for impact and financial returns. She delves into the $42 billion financing gap for women-owned businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa, offering actionable steps for financial institutions and governments to support their growth. Exploring the impact of mindset on the gender equity gap, Efe discusses strategies to address unconscious biases hindering women's participation in career opportunities and decision-making. She emphasizes the role of business leaders in driving change. As we wrap up, Efe shares advice for women aspiring to leadership roles in Africa, highlighting the importance of saying 'yes' to challenges and personal growth. Don't miss this insightful episode on gender-based investments in Africa, filled with actionable strategies and inspiring advice from a leader in finance and gender equity.

In this episode of Africa Workplace Insights, seasoned human capital development professional Lola Esan delves into the essence of "Leading with Purpose: Fostering Trust in Today's Workplace." Lola shares her pivotal career inspirations and explains the concept of purpose-driven leadership, highlighting its importance in modern workplaces. She explores the role of an organization's purpose in retaining purpose-driven employees and offers actionable measures to foster a purpose-driven culture. Lola also discusses the profound benefits of trust in organizations, emphasizing key elements and their influence on success. Addressing generational differences, she explores how trust varies across age groups and provides insights into how purpose-driven individuals can influence positive change within organizations, even when their personal purpose may not directly align with the company's mission. The conversation concludes with Lola sharing her perspective on how purpose-driven individuals collectively contribute to changing the fabric of society. Tune in for valuable insights into purpose-driven leadership and trust-building in the workplace.

Join us in uncovering the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI in Africa with Isme Oosthuizen, Platinion team lead at Boston Consulting Group. Delve into their profound implications across healthcare, education, finance, and agriculture. Gain insights into the evolving landscape of data-driven decision-making, offering CEOs strategic steps to keep their organizations at the forefront of AI innovation. Discover Isme's remarkable journey in technology and data analytics, with invaluable advice for young African women aspiring to excel in STEM fields. Don't miss this episode for crucial takeaways shaping the future of AI in Africa.

Today's fast-changing business landscape demands more from HR Professionals. In our latest conversation, we discuss how HR can play a strategic role in driving business performance. Our honoured guest, Ebun Sotubo, shares practical advice to guide HR professionals looking to lead such strategic conversations. Moreover, Ebun shares her journey from working in HR in Nigeria to the United States. Her insights are rich resources for anyone keen on HR. Tune in now for a deeper grasp of strategic HR and its impact on business growth and innovation!

Join us for a captivating episode as we delve into the dynamic realm of HR development in African organizations. Our esteemed guest, Ada Onyeri, Head, Talent Attraction & Acquisition for Africa and Latin America at A.P. Moller Maersk, brings her wealth of expertise to the forefront. With a focus on talent management, organizational development, and HR strategy execution, Ada shares her insights and experiences. In this engaging conversation, Ada reflects on her remarkable journey in the world of HR. As a Nigerian professional based in Europe, she provides a unique perspective on the intricacies of her career path and the impact on her family. We also explore how the HR landscape in Africa has evolved over the years, underlining the pivotal role of HR professionals and business leaders. Ada candidly addresses the challenges that African organizations face in HR development and offers actionable solutions. Her foresight into the future of HR development in African companies, along with emerging trends and strategies, provides invaluable guidance to HR and business executives. As we conclude, Ada reveals her vision for the legacy she aims to leave in the field of HR development in Africa and imparts wisdom for the next generation of HR leaders. Tune in for an illuminating episode that promises insights, inspiration, and actionable takeaways, perfect for HR professionals, business leaders, and anyone eager to enhance HR practices in the African workplace.

Keeping and nurturing the best and brightest talent in an organisation is crucial to the growth and development of every organization. However, despite the fact that this is on the to-do list of every talent centered organisation, today's circumstances often make this aspiration difficult to achieve. If this sounds like a problem you are facing or a target for your HR team, this podcast with Mr Obi Mbanuzo, former Chief Commercial Officer of Green Africa has some insights for you that will get thinking about strategies and tactics that will help you understand how you can foster long-term employee loyalty and develop your best talent into leaders.