Luycer Bosire

A numbers girl who enjoys to swirl on the dance floor #FPA #Finance #Data #Statistics #StatisticalCreative

[Jasiel Martin-Odoom @Jasielinvests]

When I launched my premium newsletter, Jasiel & Friends earlier this year, the response was incredible. So many of you joined to support stories about Africa’s future builders and creators.

But behind the scenes, we ran into friction. Stripe struggled with African cards. Some onboarding flows broke. A few of people tried to go paid and couldn’t.

I decided to pause, fix things, and rebuild.

Now we’re ready to be in inboxes this Friday.

So, what's new?

✅ You can now pay via Paystack (seamless for African cards).
✅ Annual plan gets 10% off if you pay via Paystack.
✅ And — coming soon — a podcast where paid subscribers get full-length conversations from every feature.

If you’ve been reading and thinking, “I’ll go paid someday”, now’s the time.

You’ll get every new issue, the exclusive podcast feed, and be part of this small, intentional community shaping how Africa tells its stories.

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[Luycer Bosire @Charmie______]

Been following Jasiel & Friends since launch — spotlighting Africa’s next wave of builders & creators. They’re back next week with smoother systems + a new podcast. If you care about the future of Africa, join in: https://t.co/kuPfs2O8dY

[Dineo @dineonono]

you have to mentally prepare for the constant problems. the problems happen simultaneously, one after the other, all at once and in multiples all the time. every week it’s something new.

[Jasiel Martin-Odoom @Jasielinvests]

Founder: “Our CAC is $0”

Me:

[SB @seyedele]

Very few investors on the continent like @Jasielinvests

I’ve never seen a more transparent and passionate investor, who once the vision became clear and he had buy-in, became almost as invested in the company as us the founders.

Also good to mention that when Jasiel starts looking at your company, all other people start to pay attention.

Welcome to the table, boss 🙏🏾🫡

[Larry Madowo @LarryMadowo]

We, the people of Kenya

[Jasiel Martin-Odoom @Jasielinvests]

Today is my birthday. There are a few more gray hairs in my beard than there were at this time last year.

Instead of sending me a “Happy Birthday” message, I have one wish:

The next issue of my latest newsletter, Jasiel & Friends, is dropping tomorrow.

For less than the price of one coffee a month, join to discover the next trailblazer you need to know.

Her name is Edith Akati, Global Head of Dealer Engagement at @AutochekAfrica.

This conversation was one for the books.

[Jasiel Martin-Odoom @Jasielinvests]

I am launching a new publication called Jasiel & Friends (J&F) in May.

Here’s how J&F works:
• I hop on a Zoom call with a guest.
• We talk about life, work, and shaping Africa’s future.
• AI transforms the conversation into a clean, insightful newsletter.

[Jasiel Martin-Odoom @Jasielinvests]

If this resonates, you might also like my newsletter - Startup Definition Sunday - redefining support for emerging founders using actionable insights.

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[Jasiel Martin-Odoom @Jasielinvests]

Dear first-time founder:

Stop waiting for perfection. Share early versions of your product with customers & refine based on their feedback.

A good way to do this is to block time for customer interviews weekly. That's the fastest way successful startups uncover blind spots.

[Gender Equity Initiative in Global Surgery @gendereqsurg]

Hey #MedEd 👀
This month’s #GEIGSHOUR features the amazing Dr. @BosireFridah, our 24/25 Education lead and consultant General Surgeon.

Join us on March 31 at 9 AM EST as we discuss opportunity gaps and equity issues for #AfricanWomenSurgeons

#SheCutsThePath #GEIGSinAction

[Jasiel Martin-Odoom @Jasielinvests]

Burnout doesn’t announce itself—it creeps in.

View self-care as an investment, not downtime. Founders who ignore self-care often pay with their health and productivity.

Dedicate 10 minutes daily to an activity that recharges you. A well-rested you is a more effective leader.

[Westham #19 @_vimzzzz]

Swanky owes Luis an international apology. He’s been so cruel to that boy.

[Jasiel Martin-Odoom @Jasielinvests]

Africa Tech Summit in Nairobi is next week.

Can't afford tickets? Try this:

Wear your startup's shirt for visibility & hang around the food court outside. Wear your startup's shirt for visibility.

PS: If you see a bald guy with a hoop earring and a kaftan, that's me. Say hi.

[Luycer Bosire @Charmie______]

@Coastal_shawty @CarrefourKe My cash was refunded 48+ hours later and I had to redo my order

[Luycer Bosire @Charmie______]

@CarrefourKe your helpdesk stating that the issue will be resolved by EOD is not acceptable. Paid for express delivery, not for 24+ hours delivery. Expedite resolution.

[Luycer Bosire @Charmie______]

@CarrefourKe placed an express delivery order at 11:54 a.m Fri. This is 0048 hrs Sat. Yet to receive items or communication on the cause of this massive and unfair delay. Called your CC team at 4:00 and 6:00 p.m, still no response. Please expedite resolution.

[Luycer Bosire @Charmie______]

@CarrefourKe placed an express delivery order at 11:54 a.m Fri. This is 0048 hrs Sat. Yet to receive items or communication on the cause of this massive and unfair delay. Called your CC team at 4:00 and 6:00 p.m, still no response. Please expedite resolution.

[Jasiel Martin-Odoom @Jasielinvests]

Not everyday VC…

But Nairobi is top 3 best cities in the world.

[Jasiel Martin-Odoom @Jasielinvests]

There’s so much content today about a h M-KOPA doing $400M in revenue
It’s a great story.

But, it might be necessary to remind folks about when M-KOPA was founded.

Perhaps, we need to change our investment period in Africa. No Ku