The Dakwahene Podcast

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• EPISODE 49_Do Not Give Up: A Heartfelt Message To the Entrepreneur Achieving the Impossible 19.06.2026 26min

  When the journey feels impossible, remember why you started. Episode 49 is a heartfelt message to every entrepreneur facing doubt: Do Not Give Up. Your breakthrough may be closer than you think.
• Episode 48_The Story of 1 Billion Dollars: How Moniepoint Came To Rule 05.06.2026 29min

  In the whole of Africa, only 9 tech startups have reached a valuation of over a billion dollars. These companies are known as unicorns and highly dominated by fintech companies, one of which is Moniepoint. Founded by two Friends from the same company, Moniepoint has grown to become a beacon of hope to entrepreneurs seeking to create value and wealth simultaneously. In this episode we dive into their story and what they got right in attaining a billion dollar valuation. If you’re interested in being coached by the podcast host in making your business launchable, fundable or scalable reach out to thedakwahenepodcast@gmail.com
• Episode 47_Follow The Money: Dreaming Up Your Business Idea 28.05.2026 30min

  In a very emotional episode, the host shares insights into the phrase “follow the money”. Listening to this episode will drill into the mind and heart of the entrepreneur the true import of the stories successful people share about their journey and why the host himself pivoted two years ago and the effect it has had on his entrepreneurial ventures. If you want a comfortable life this episode isn’t for you. This podcast is for those who want to grow wealthy with the African continent’s growth. This episode is inspired by listening to Mo Dewji, the youngest billionaire in Africa according to Forbes.If you’re interested in being coached by the podcast host in making your business launch ready, fundable or scalable reach out to thedakwahenepodcast@gmail.com
• Episode 46_Making It Big: What I Learnt From Otedola’s Autobiography 23.05.2026 30min

  On the African continent, few names come to mind when talking about those who have ascended the heights of business and capital. One of such names is Femi Otedola. Having climbed the mountain, dwelt on the peak and seen it all, he released his memoir Making It Big to give to young entrepreneurs a playbook to accomplishing great feats on the continent. In this episode we pick up lessons that will help young entrepreneurs take their businesses from Zero to One from Femi Otedola’s book. If you’re interested in being coached by the podcast host in making your business launch ready, fundable or scalable reach out to thedakwahenepodcast@gmail.com
• Episode 45_Hustler Vs Entrepreneur: Escaping the Hustler Mentality 16.05.2026 29min

  Often confused with being an entrepreneur is the idea of the hustler. Today we debunk the myth and set the tone straight.
• Episode 44_Africa’s $4T Secret: Africa’s Problem is No Longer Capital 02.05.2026 29min

  Once upon a time, Africa’s foremost investors and entrepreneurs lacked the necessary domestic capital to make significant bets on the continent. As a result, the continent languished behind with the dream of having pockets deep enough to facilitate its transformation, whiles relying on aid and external financing to push forward. Today the story is different, capital no longer is the problem. Taken from the Africa Finance Corporation’s 2026 State of Africa’s Infrastructure report, Africa now has $4T waiting to be deployed in the right manner. Episodes referencedEpisode 6_Abracadabra: I create as I speak
• Episode 43_Execution: The Functional Key to Startup Growth 25.04.2026 28min

  One of the buzzwords in the world of Startups is EXECUTION. Some describe execution as a strategy and others describe it as a skill. But what really is execution and why does every company have what is called the Chief ‘Execution’ Officer. In this episode I describe what execution is as more than just a strategy or a skill. I delve into how you can identify if you’re an executioner or not and how you can be an executioner. After listening to this episode the key difference between who a CEO is and an entrepreneur will be ingrained in your minds. But above all, the key to growth for your startup will be unlocked. As you listen and learn from this episode, you are ready to take your startup to the next level. Reach out to the Dakwahene Podcast host via thedakwahenepodcast@gmail.com and book a session to elevate your startup on all fronts.
• Episode 42_Bootstrapping: The Truth vs The Lies 18.04.2026 28min

  Bootstrapping isn’t just a funding strategy — it’s a mindset. It’s about building something real with what you already have, staying resourceful when capital is tight, and making disciplined decisions that prioritize long-term value over short-term hype. In today’s episode, we’re diving into what it truly means to bootstrap a business, why some of the world’s most resilient companies started this way, and how operating with constraints can actually sharpen your strategy. Whether you’re just starting out or rethinking your growth path, this conversation will challenge how you see money, control, and sustainability in business.
• Episode 41_The Biggest Lie Out of Silicon Valley: You Don’t Need To Be a Tech Founder 11.04.2026 30min

  Silicon Valley lied to aspiring founders. It led many to believe that to be a founder was to be a tech entrepreneur. As a result many young folk who decided on becoming founders focused on forming the next big tech startup and not the next startup fosuced on riding the economic trends of its continent. Tell me why every startup must be a software company focused on payments. This episode is not an indictment of tech but a call for a redefinition of the word “startup”. In this episode I cite the example of Aliko Dangote who took billion dollar opportunities by the horns without being a tech founder. Today those opportunities still exist and it’s time we had that conversation in the startup community. And here’s a question to Angel investors, venture capitalists and finance corporations, Are you funding the next Facebook or PayPal or Amazon of Africa, or you are funding behemoths with an authentic African DNA solving Africa’s problems.
• Episode 40_The Tony Elumelu Foundation: $5k To Power Your Startup 28.03.2026 27min

  If you have a startup that is less than 5 years old and situated within the shores of Africa, this is the right episode for you. Over the last decade, the Tony Elumelu foundation has consistently funded 24,000 entrepreneurs to the tune of more than $100 million. With partners such as the EU, world bank and UN, the foundation has spurred radical growth in entrepreneurship on the back of what Tony Elumelu calls Africapitalism. As you listen to this episode you will find the keys to be able to join such a prestigious network and get funded yourself.Reach out to us via thedakwahenepodcast@gmail.com to help you grow your startup into that formidable force that can be funded and scaled.
• Episode 39_Rethinking Venture, Venture Capital and the African Renaissance: My Manifesto 21.03.2026 27min

  Africa doesn’t have a capital problem — it has a venture thinking problem. This episode challenges conventional narratives and ushers into a new era on the Dakwahene podcast.
• Episode 38_My Startup is Failing: Mastering The Art of Distribution 14.03.2026 30min

  In this episode, I break down the concept of distribution in startups—its origins, why it matters as much as product-market fit, and how great companies and founders win by mastering how their products reach customers.
• Episode 37_My Startup is Failing: Product-Market Fit (Part 3) 07.03.2026 30min

  This concept was popularized by venture capitalist Marc Andreessen, who described it as “being in a good market with a product that can satisfy that market.” product–market fit (PMF) is the moment when a product satisfies a strong market demand so effectively that customers adopt it rapidly and organically.
• Episode 36_My Startup is Failing: The A Team (Part 3) 28.02.2026 29min

  The right players elevate a company without even needing direction most of the time. This episode details the role of effective team building in creating a world class company.References Episode 8_The Roaring 20s: There Is An Economic Storm Cominghttps://substack.com/@kingkerr/note/p-188887044?r=1d2ty2&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action
• Episode 35_ My Startup is Failing: Keeping The Taps On (Part 2) 21.02.2026 30min

  Today’s episode: Focuses on financial management in the startup community.
• Episode 34_My Startup is Failing: The KPIs of Failure (Part 1) 14.02.2026 29min

  To steer clear of failure you must understand what caused others to fail which will automatically propel you into success.
• Episode 33_Governance: How To Save Your Business From Yourself 07.02.2026 28min

  The secret to longevity is structures that can make the company exist outside of the entrepreneur’s control.
• Episode 32_Bored Makes Rich: The Truth You are Not Told 31.01.2026 24min

  The reels and highlights are curated content. The real work is boring, several hours of doing the same thing over and over again. Reach out via thedakwahenepodcast@gmail.com
• Episode 31_Other People’s Money: The Science of Raising Money 24.01.2026 28min

  Capitalism is rooted in the idea of making others rich whiles enriching yourself simultaneously. True wealth can only be obtained if the entrepreneur is prepared to make others rich. It’s this reason that the entrepreneur must learn how to build relationships, raise capital and maintain connections. In this episode I delve into the art & science of raising money and why it’s essential to the entrepreneur who wants to grow beyond their wildest imaginations. Sit back and enjoy.
• Episode 30_7 Years of Mistakes: 7 different lessons 17.01.2026 25min

  I believe we all have our hard times. Those years of mistakes when we set out to conquer the world or even to become number are often overlooked and as years go escape from. What if you changed your perspective and began to see it as the learning curve, and the propelling years. That’s what I did, and it took me levels I never expected. In this episode I take you through my learning curve. Sit back get hooked up and prepare for victory.