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Discover the Real Stories
With Martin Vitek and Kabwela Malupande,
exploring the journey of African business beyond the myths.
About Beyond the Pivot
About Beyond the Pivot
Beyond the Pivot is a podcast that dives into the world of entrepreneurship in Africa, led by Martin Vite and Kabwela Malupande. Our mission is to introduce the world to the diverse and inspiring stories of African entrepreneurs. We aim to shatter stereotypes, highlight the challenges and successes faced by businesses in Africa, and provide a platform for honest conversations about the realities of entrepreneurship on the continent.
From bustling cities to rural innovations, we share the unfiltered perspectives of those building their futures in sub-Saharan Africa. Join us as we explore the opportunities and challenges, highlight current events, and celebrate the spirit of entrepreneurship beyond the pivot.
Meet the Hosts
Meet the Hosts
Martin Vitek
Martin Vitek
Martin is an entrepreneur and entrepreneurship as a key competency advocate from the Czech Republic. Passionate about understanding new cultures and empowering business communities, Martin brings his unique perspective of an outsider and through his question he is trying to understand and help the audience understand the realities of entrepreneurship in Africa.
Kabwela Malupande
Kabwela Malupande
Kabwela is a community builder, entrepreneurship program creator, and a businessman based in Zambia. He is at the heart of Zambia's startup scene and connected to large amount of entrepreneurship networks across the African continent.
He shares his firsthand experience of growing businesses and building a thriving community of entrepreneurs and helps us through his insights to understand the successes and challenges of african entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Why Listen to Beyond the Pivot?
Why Listen to Beyond the Pivot?
Challenge stereotypes and explore the real stories of African entrepreneurship.
Understand the day-to-day challenges and triumphs faced by African startups.
Get insights into current events shaping the future of business across Africa.
Be inspired by unique journeys of innovation, resilience, and community spirit.
Broaden your perspective on global entrepreneurship by hearing the untold stories of Africa.
Listen to Our Latest Episodes
Listen to Our Latest Episodes
Don't miss our latest conversations with African innovators, startup founders, and change-makers.
Each episode brings you a unique story, practical lessons, and a glimpse into the dynamic world of African entrepreneurship.
Episode #25
Episode #25
Brad Magrath on Why Execution Beats Big Promises in Africa
From building Zoona into one of Africa’s most impactful fintechs to backing the next generation of founders at AHL Venture Partners, Brad Magrath shares how trust, disciplined execution, and risk-adjusted returns go hand in hand and why “camel” businesses, not unicorn hype, are redefining sustainable venture success across Africa.
Episode #26
Episode #26
Gaurav Vijayvargiya on Scaling a Family Business Across Africa
From scaling a 1997 family business in Zambia to exporting organic-certified products across Africa and the U.S., Gaurav Vijayvargiya shares how manufacturing discipline and farmer ecosystems go hand in hand and why unit economics, cash flow, and generational leadership are redefining what it takes to build at scale in emerging markets.
Episode #22
Episode #22
Natasha Chiumya on Avoiding Costly Property Mistakes in Africa
From guiding diaspora investors through Zambia’s property market to fixing costly mistakes caused by unclear titles and broken trust chains, Natasha Chiumya shares how verification and local systems go hand in hand and why patience, due diligence, and disciplined processes are redefining smart real estate investing in African markets.
Episode #23
Episode #23
Mark Ireland on Climate-Smart Farming, Finance, and Rural Growth in Africa
From leading Enterprise Zambia to backing agribusinesses that strengthen rural value chains, Mark Ireland shares how profitability and practicality go hand in hand — and why climate-smart agriculture only works when strong SMEs, disciplined grant funding, and real market access redefine sustainable impact for small-scale farmers.
Episode #24
Episode #24
Nyeji Mhango on
What Makes Businesses Investable in Africa
From building a gender-smart private credit fund at wCAP to backing women-led businesses across Southern Africa, Nyeji Mhango shares how discipline, retained earnings, and founder mindset go hand in hand and why patience, fundamentals, and risk-aware capital are redefining what it truly means to be investable in African markets.
Episode #19
Episode #19
Monter Capital Is Redefining Investment Through
Patience and Purpose
From Harare roots to building Monter Capital and targeting a $100M private equity fund, Lulumbi Njelika shares how governance and local partnerships go hand in hand and why patient, purpose-driven capital grounded in Ubuntu is redefining long-term value creation in Africa’s frontier markets.
Episode #20
Episode #20
Biola Alabi Is Bridging Storytelling and Venture Capital Across Africa
From leading M-Net Africa Magic and shaping African storytelling to co-founding Delta 40 and investing in the next generation of climate and tech founders, Biola Alabi shares how creativity and capital go hand in hand and why resilience, mentorship, and women’s leadership are redefining Africa’s venture ecosystem.
Episode #21
Episode #21
Max Cuvellier Giacomelli on Mobile Tech Shaping Africa’s Future
From tracking startup funding across the continent to co-founding Africa: The Big Deal, Max Cuvellier Giacomelli shares how data and narrative go hand in hand and why distinguishing real trends from hype is redefining how founders, investors, and ecosystem builders understand Africa’s long-term growth story.
Episode #16
Episode #16
Zanga is Redefining Talent Development for High-Context Cultures
Nankhonde Kasonde van den Broek, founder of Zanga African Metrics, explores how culture shapes leadership and entrepreneurship in Africa, and why mindset is the foundation for scaling businesses across the continent.
Episode #17
Episode #17
AgriPredict Is Transforming African Agriculture Through Data
Cassandra Mtine, CEO and founder of AgriPredict, reveals how AI, weather data, and local insight are helping farmers make smarter decisions, proving that technology only works when it understands the people it serves.
Episode #18
Episode #18
AfriDelivery Is Building the African DHL
Afshon Wallace shares his journey from two motorbikes to a nationwide logistics network, showing how purpose and perseverance outlast vanity metrics in Africa’s fast-changing startup scene.
Episode #13
Episode #13
Francis Stevens George is Transforming Sierra Leone
Francis Stevens George shares how Sierra Leone’s entrepreneurial ecosystem is being built from the ground up, highlighting the challenges, opportunities, and the resilience of founders driving change.
Episode #14
Episode #14
Reinventing the construction supply chain with Bosso
Chisepo Chirwa, co-founder of BOSSO, shares how he is digitizing Zambia’s construction industry by creating a platform that connects suppliers with construction companies and transforms how the sector operates.
Episode #15
Episode #15
Investing in Liberia’s Startup Ecosystem with Owen Harmon
Owen Harmon shares his experience building an investment fund in Liberia, reflecting on the challenges of frontier markets, the role of local partnerships, and the future of entrepreneurship on the continent.
Episode #10
Episode #10
How Petra Rees Built Startups & Became an African VC
Petra Rees, a Czech entrepreneur-turned-VC, shares her journey from startups to impact investing and how corporate-backed
VC funds are reshaping Africa.
Episode #11
Episode #11
How Norrsken East Africa is Fueling Impact Startups
We explore Rwanda’s rise as a startup hub with Norrsken East Africa, as Elie Habimana shares insights on funding, regional integration, and Africa’s innovation boom.
Episode #12
Episode #12
How Vwanganji Bowa Turned Loss into Fintech Innovation
After losing her home to a failed business, Vwanganji Bowa rebuilt her path as the founder of Mighty Finance, turning hard-earned lessons into a thriving fintech.
Episode #7
Episode #7
Mwansa Chalo’s Mission to Revolutionize Healthcare
Mwansa Chalo shares how Duniya Healthcare is transforming pharmaceutical logistics to ensure medicine reaches those in need.
Episode #8
Episode #8
Building Africa’s Future with Angel Investor Tomi Davies
Tomi Davies shares insights on mentor-driven angel investing and building Africa’s startup ecosystem.
Episode #9
Episode #9
Haïle Amegashie’s Journey from Startup Founder to VC in Africa
Haïle Amegashie shares insights on African VC funding, startup scaling, and key trends shaping the continent’s tech ecosystem.
Episode #4
Episode #4
Navigating Africa's
Startup Funding Landscape
Learn about the challenges and opportunities in securing capital for African startups.
Episode #5
Episode #5
Lupiya's Fintech Revolution
with Muchu Kaingu
Discover how Lupiya is transforming financial inclusion through innovative fintech solutions.
Episode #6
Episode #6
2025 African Startup
Trends and Events
Stay ahead with insights into upcoming key events shaping Africa's startup ecosystem.
Episode #1
Episode #1
Unlocking
Zambia's Startup Potential
Explore how Zambia's emerging startup ecosystem is creating new opportunities for innovation and growth.
Episode #2
Episode #2
Debunking Myths
About African Startups
Uncover the truth behind common stereotypes and discover the real stories of African entrepreneurs.
Episode #3
Episode #3
Success Stories
from Zambia's Entrepreneurs
Be inspired by the journeys of Zambian startups making significant impacts in various industries.
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