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The Peswa Podcast

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1 week ago

Send us a text What does it take to build Africa’s most ambitious photographic archive—without institutional backing, without precedent, and far from the global centers of power? In this episode of The Peswa Podcast, Paul Ninson takes us inside the quiet, obsessive journey that led to the creation of Dikan Center—a space that now holds tens of thousands of photographic books and visual records, redefining how African history is preserved, studied, and accessed. Paul walks us through the ear...

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Send us a text What does it take to build Africa’s most ambitious photographic archive—without institutional backing, without precedent, and far from the global centers of power? In this episode of The Peswa Podcast, Paul Ninson takes us inside the quiet, obsessive journey that led to the creation of Dikan Center—a space that now holds tens of thousands of photographic books and visual records, redefining how African history is preserved, studied, and accessed. Paul walks us through the ear...

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Entrepreneurship

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Why Paul Ninson Built Dikan Center (And Why It Matters)

Send us a text What does it take to build Africa’s most ambitious photographic archive—without institutional backing, without precedent, and far from the global centers of power? In this episode of The Peswa Podcast, Paul Ninson takes us inside the quiet, obsessive journey that led to the creation of Dikan Center—a space that now holds tens of thousands of photographic books and visual records, redefining how African history is preserved, studied, and accessed. Paul walks us through the ear...

1 day ago

1 hour 36 minutes

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The JP Morgan Banker Building Ghana’s Largest Sock Company — Agyeman Prempeh’s Adinkra Republic

Send us a text In this powerful episode of The Peswa Podcast, we sit with Agyeman Prempeh Senkyire, Founder & CEO of Adinkra Republic — Ghana’s premium socks and men’s accessories brand rooted in culture, legacy, and purpose. From a deeply personal journey raising a son with autism to building one of Ghana’s biggest sock companies, Agyeman shares how he turned meaning into business, and business into impact. We dive into legacy, storytelling, networks, culture, and how he manages to bala...

1 week ago

1 hour 1 minute

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Ernest Danjuma: The Visual Storyteller Changing Africa’s Narrative

Send us a text Ernest Danjuma Enebi (aka @TheDanjuma) — born in Kaduna, trained as an engineer in Boston, started in construction in the U.S., and now leads Denda: a creative agency that tells African stories through photography, film and design. In this episode he tells us how the move from Kaduna → Boston → New York shaped his career, why he left construction to build his own companies, and the origins of his photo project and book Waka Waka — a 15-year visual archive of contemporary Africa...

2 weeks ago

1 hour 24 minutes

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The Truth About Building in Africa — Strategies That Work With Moses B Arthur

Send us a text From humble beginnings to building Afrimart Atlantic and rising as one of Ghana’s youngest real estate moguls, Moses B. Arthur’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this powerful episode of The Peswa Podcast, Moses opens up about: •His early childhood and the defining moments that shaped his ambition •The mindset shifts that pushed him into entrepreneurship •The birth and growth of Afrimart Atlantic Limited •How he built a multi-sector business portfolio before turning 30 •Br...

3 weeks ago

1 hour 43 minutes

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Exclusive with the Founder of Didi Jollof — The Struggles and Success of Ernest Coleman

Send us a text From a young hustler navigating tough beginnings to the founder behind Didi Jollof, one of Ghana’s most beloved fast-food brands — Ernest Coleman’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode of The Peswa Podcast, Ernest opens up about his childhood, the struggles that shaped him, and the bold decisions that led to building Didi Jollof from a simple campus food hustle into a fast-growing food brand. He shares the defining moments, the failures he had to survive...

4 weeks ago

1 hour 5 minutes

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He Lost His Legs but Built a Wheelchair Company — The Story of Barnabas Nomo, Goliath Robotics

Send us a text From a young boy fascinated by machines to the founder of Goliath Robotics, Ghana’s first locally manufacturing wheelchair company — Barnabas Nomo’s journey is a masterclass in grit, innovation, and purpose. In this episode of The Peswa Podcast, Barnabas opens up about his humble beginnings, the spark that ignited his love for engineering, and the bold vision behind building assistive technology right here in Africa. He takes us inside the challenges of starting a robotics co...

1 month ago

1 hour 18 minutes

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Richie Mensah: The Mind Behind Lynx & How He Built a Music Empire from Scratch

Send us a text In this episode of The Peswa Podcast, we sit with Richie Mensah, the visionary Founder & CEO of the Lynx Group, the force behind some of Ghana’s biggest music stars. From his early days at Achimota School to his bold decision to start a studio, Richie opens up about: 🎵 Building Lynx Entertainment from nothing 🧠 Living with ADHD and how it fuels his creativity 💡 The mindset that shaped his journey 🔥 Lessons on leadership, resilience, and legacy This conversation dives deep...

1 month ago

1 hour 18 minutes

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Why Africa’s Creators Are Struggling — and How Bernard Kafui Sokpe Plans to Change It (Mistameister)

Send us a text In this episode of The Peswa Podcast, we sit down with Bernard Kafui Sokpe, widely known as Mistameister — one of Ghana’s leading voices in brand strategy, marketing, and the creative ecosystem. From his early journey in media and digital innovation to his pivotal role in shaping opportunities for African creators, Bernard shares deep insights into what it takes to build a thriving creator economy in Ghana and across Africa. He opens up about the challenges creatives face, th...

1 month ago

1 hour 12 minutes

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This App Will Change How You Handle Money Forever — Maame Abrema Quarm (Ladder)

Send us a text This will change how you handle money — forever. Maame Abrema Quarm built Ladder, an AI-powered finance app with one audacious goal: make financial freedom actually possible for everyday Africans. In this deeply practical and honest conversation on The Peswa Podcast, Maame walks us through the friction, and the product choices that turned a bold idea into a fintech grounded in real user problems. Learn more about Maame and Ladder in this episode Simplify cross-border payment...

1 month ago

1 hour 12 minutes

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Before You Work in Any Big Company — Watch THIS (Ex-Glovo Manager Speaks)

Send us a text From researching animals to leading some of the world’s biggest brands — Emmanuel Koduah’s career journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this episode, A Manager of Glovo Ghana and current Yango Manager shares his hard-earned lessons on thriving in the corporate world, building strong cultures, and what separates top talent from the rest. You’ll learn: •How to stand out in multinational environments •The mindset that drives success in corporate Africa •The power of cu...

2 months ago

1 hour 22 minutes

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⁠Accounting Basics Every Entrepreneur Must Understand: WeWire Toolkit Episode

Send us a text Unlock the secrets to tax and accounting for businesses in Ghana and across Africa. Whether you’re a small business owner, freelancer, or growing enterprise, understanding your financial responsibilities is key to staying compliant, saving money, and scaling sustainably. In this episode, we break down: ✅ Common accounting mistakes that can cost you money ✅ Practical tips to keep your books clean and tax-ready ✅ How to leverage proper accounting for business growth 👉 This is y...

2 months ago

45 minutes

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The Story Of The BuzStop Boys Like You’ve Never Heard Before | Heneba Kwadwo Safo

Send us a text He’s Cleaning Ghana’s Dirtiest Street One City at a Time Heneba Kwadwo Safo, founder of Buzstop Boys, joins the Peswa Podcast to share how he’s leading a powerful movement to clean and disinfect some of Ghana’s dirtiest cities. From clogged gutters to neglected streets, this NGO is doing what many won’t and it’s changing lives. 💪🏽🇬🇭 Discover the story behind the mission The truth about Accra’s filth problem How volunteer power is transforming communities Simplify cross-borde...

2 months ago

43 minutes

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“You Can’t Study Business, You Have to Do It” | Julian Owusu: From Pro Footballer to Entrepreneur

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Julian Owusu, former professional footballer turned entrepreneur, as he takes us through his remarkable journey. From the pitch to the boardroom, Julian shares how he transitioned from a career in sports into the world of startups. He opens up about co-founding Zuberi, the bold venture that ultimately didn’t succeed, and the invaluable lessons failure taught him. But Julian’s story didn’t end there. With resilience, grit, and hard-earned exper...

2 months ago

52 minutes

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The Last Chance: Why Africa’s Youth Cannot Afford to Sleep

Send us a text Africa’s future rests in the hands of its youth — but are we awake to the responsibility? In this monologue on The Peswa Podcast, Bill unpacks why this generation cannot afford complacency, the urgent need to act, and what’s at stake if we miss this moment. Click the link below to support the show—every bit of support goes straight into helping us create even better content, reach more people, and share more incredible conversations. Support the show (click here) -- htt...

2 months ago

5 minutes

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Reagan Marfo: Born into Hardship, Built to Execute - Host, Unscripted with Raygan

Send us a text “Stop Planning, Start Moving” In this episode of Peswa Podcast, we sit down with Reagan Marfo founder of Team Raygan, host of the Unscripted with Raygan podcast, product designer, content creator, and digital storyteller. From humble beginnings, Raygan’s journey has been shaped by adversity, drive, and an unshakable belief in executing ideas rather than waiting for “perfect.” 🔍 What we cover in this episode: •How growing up with very little became fuel for Raygan’s hunger to ...

3 months ago

53 minutes

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Clifford Nyarkoh on Building iSupremeHQ: From Student Magazines to Big Brands

Send us a text Clifford Nyarkoh, CEO & Founder of iSupremHQ and iSupremeLabs, joins The Peswa Podcast to share his incredible journey. Starting out in high school as a barber, Clifford hustled his way into creating magazines, organizing campus events, and building what would later become a full-scale growth and marketing agency working with major brands like Yango and Flutterwave. In this episode, Clifford opens up about: •How early hustles shaped his entrepreneurial mindset •Building a...

3 months ago

1 hour 10 minutes

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How to Protect Your Brand Before It’s Too Late: Trademarks & Legal

Send us a text Your million-dollar idea is worth nothing if you don’t protect it! In this episode of The Peswa Podcast, we sit down with a top lawyer and trademark expert Karyn Sawyerr to uncover the shocking truth about how easily your brand, business name, or creative work can be stolen — and why trademarks are your first line of defense. 🔑 Learn: •⁠ ⁠Why trademarks matter more than you think •⁠ ⁠How to protect your business from copycats •⁠ ⁠Common mistakes that cost ent...

3 months ago

24 minutes

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Prince Kofi Amoabeng: He Grew His Lending Outfit Into A Bank And Lost It All | The Untold UT Story

Send us a text In this episode, Captain (Rtd.) Prince Kofi Amoabeng—co-founder and former CEO of UT—opens up about a lifetime of building, leading, and rebuilding. From Adisadel College to University of Ghana Business School, to the Ghana Armed Forces, and then into the trenches of entrepreneurship, he traces the choices, values, and hard lessons that shaped the UT Holdings/UT Bank journey We talk childhood and schooling, what military discipline really taught him about execution and account...

3 months ago

2 hours 4 minutes

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From Stanford to AstraZeneca to Building Africa’s Future: Kwame Agyei-Owusu's Zippy Journey

Send us a text Today’s episode of The Peswa Podcast features Kwame Agyei-Owusu, a bold entrepreneur with a remarkable journey. After earning his engineering degree from Stanford University, Kwame began his career at AstraZeneca, working across the UK, Puerto Rico, and China. But despite the success, he made a life-changing decision: to leave it all behind and start building for Ghana and Africa. Now the founder of YenAra, Leapfrog, and Zippy Delivery, Kwame is on a mission to bridge Africa’...

4 months ago

1 hour 14 minutes

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He Built a Cross-Border Payment Platform For Businesses Before 30: Ebenezer Ghanney's WeWire Story

Send us a text From selling Trident gum and spray starch in high school to building a cross-border payment platform operating in 6 countries Today’s Episode is with Ebenezer Ghanney, the under-30 Founder & CEO of WeWire, a B2B payments platform on a mission to simplify cross-border transactions for businesses — and currently raising a $100M fund. Ebenezer’s entrepreneurial journey started in university with a marketplace business that failed, followed by another venture tackling social ...

4 months ago

53 minutes