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Previously known as Pitch Room Africa, is a 90min conversation examining how capital, policy, innovation, technology and market works- beyond public narratives.

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Today, we celebrate the power and potential of young people everywhere. Your creativity and resilience are shaping the future. Keep driving change and making an impact!

Happy International Youth Day! 🌍

#InternationalYouthDay #YouthEmpowerment

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Watch the episode on YouTube: https://t.co/pcBKHxENEF

Listen on Spotify:
https://t.co/5qSFc1ZZpo

Tune in on Apple Podcast: https://t.co/9YdPwpPbi6

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If you've seen the iconic stock photo, we had the man behind it, @diimejii, on #thepitchroomafrica. In this episode, he shares how the image became the cover of an Indian Times article and has been used by over a million people around the world.

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Catch up with the full conversation on

YouTube: https://t.co/IpP7ASfFHd

Spotify: https://t.co/eBJrfKC3df

Apple Podcast: https://t.co/n60HUaunAx

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“In the future of design, AI won't take your jobs; it's the people who use AI that will take your job. Leveraging it gives you an edge over everyone else.”

We sat down with Oladimeji Ajegbile, Co-founder and CEO of Fotopool, to discuss how designers can go viral.

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From all of us at The Pitch Room Africa, we wish you a month filled with new opportunities, growth, and success. We hope this month brings you closer to your goals and dreams.

Happy New Month!
Stay tuned for more exciting episodes and updates.

[Sidi Saccoh @saccohsidi]

Two weeks ago, I received a call that would change my perspective on entrepreneurship and life.

The caller informed me that @VusiThembekwayo, one of the world's leading global speakers, investors and entrepreneurs, was coming to the UK. The caller thought it would be beneficial for us to meet and asked if I'd be willing to spend time with Vusi during his stay in London, assisting him with his activities.

I accepted and what follow was simply incredible.

Seventy-two hours later, my mindset on many things has shifted. I unlearned and relearned even more than I thought possible in just three days.

Here's what I learned following the enigma that is Vusi Thembekwayo:

https://t.co/VhIbZXoYLp

Pictures are from

@africanaward
@RexIdaminabo

Vusi is back to the UK this October for NIYO FEST

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Make it a date.

[Sidi Saccoh @saccohsidi]

It has been one year since @PresidentBio was sworn in as the President of the Republic of #SierraLeone for a second term.

During this period, political opponents, party loyalists, pundits, and ordinary citizens have shared varying opinions.

In fact, today we are all encouraged to take stock of the wins:

1) Approval with symbolic cheque of $136 million from Global Fund

2) Launching of $499 million electricity generation projects

3) 20m+ ultra-modern hospital for children opened in Lumley

4) Implementation agreement signed with China for the construction of a $50 million modern fish harbor complex at Black Johnson

5) Mobilized $840 million for energy and agriculture

6) $480 million MCC Compact approved

And more...

But what does all of this really mean, and are these enough to convince all of us of a hopeful future?

To answer this, the Minister of Information and Civic Education @MoiceComm Honorable Chernoh Bah (@Cee_Bah) has agreed for me to host him live here on X this Saturday, 29th June 2024, at 8:00 PM UK/7:00 PM SL/3:00 PM EST.

Let's have a tough but fair conversation.

I am not a journalist, but I believe in conversations, so let's have one.

Share widely and get ready!

Set a reminder for my upcoming Space!

https://t.co/P2H7Qz16sP​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

#SaloneX
@Salonemessenger
@OfficialSaloneX
@LamranaAmadu

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Catch up with the full conversation on YouTube: https://t.co/tA2fWT5HAQ

Spotify: https://t.co/V8gkt2sQCs

Apple Podcast: https://t.co/wiDrwudvhY

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It's the 10th episode and we are very excited to bring you Uwem Uwemakpan, the Head of Investment of Launch Africa Seed Fund II to discuss the specific technical criteria investors are seeking for early-stage investments in Africa, especially in today's investment landscape.

[Sidi Saccoh @saccohsidi]

Road trip

[Obinna Okerekeocha @obitalks]

I sat down with @PitchRoomAfrica to talk about my creative journey and career in the Arts. Take a listen and share.

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#Episode9, is now live! Join us as we throw light on content creation in Africa featuring @obitalks, director of content, Moniepoint Inc. 

If you're a content creator, then this episode is for you!

Watch on YouTube: https://t.co/QiOew3ePhs

#ThePitchRoomAfrica

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#Episode9 goes live tomorrow, May 10th, on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts, featuring Obinna Okerekeocha - @obitalks, Director of Content at Moniepoint Inc.

Subscribe to our YouTube channel to be the first to watch when it goes live!
YouTube: https://t.co/u92KvKJqsR

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Our mental health check-in for founders is scheduled for tomorrow, Friday, May 3rd. If you haven't signed up yet, please use the link below to do so and set your time for 8 pm.

https://t.co/2MgappnWds

Don't miss this opportunity to prioritize your well-being!

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Join us this Friday, May 3rd for our monthly Mental Health Check for Founders.

Set a reminder so you will get notified when we go live. https://t.co/HL8vZiVM2K

#ThePitchRoomAfrica
#MentalHealthMatters

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Enhancing customer satisfaction is essential, but not at the expense of profitability. In #Episode8, @amandaetuk, co-founder of Messenger, succinctly emphasizes this principle.

Get ready for Episode 9, featuring a special guest, coming your way this week!

#ThePitchRoomAfrica

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Taking care of your mental health is just as important as growing your business.

Join us on Friday, May 3rd for our mental health check for founders.

#ThePitchRoomAfrica
#MentalHealthMatters

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🎯Don't let infrastructural challenges be an excuse for failure. Instead, innovate around these challenges to deliver exceptional service to your customers.

Watch the full conversation for more valuable insights: https://t.co/cKr7HyWjI7

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Have you seen our latest episode with @amandaetuk, the co-founder and CEO of Messenger.

Here are some takeaways from the conversation ⬇️

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🎯When promising delivery times, always ensure you can deliver earlier than promised. This gives you a buffer in case of unexpected delays.