Beyond the Pivot
Beyond the Pivot
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Welcome to "Beyond the Pivot" with hosts Martin Vitek and Kabwela Malupande. Join Martin and Kabwela as they bridge the worlds of Europe and Africa, sharing personal stories and insights into the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship in both regions. From Martin's experiences with entrepreneurship education in the Czech Republic to Kabwela's work fostering innovation in Zambia, each episode explores unique opportunities, challenges, and inspiring stories.
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The podcast centers around themes of entrepreneurship, investment trends, and innovation in Africa, with specific episodes discussing topics like venture capital challenges in Africa, healthcare logistics, and financial inclusion for underserved communities. Episodes feature insights from guests like Haïle Amegashie discussing startup scaling, and Mwansa Chalo focusing on medical delivery innovations, showcasing the diverse entrepreneurial landscape and unique challenges faced in different sectors.
Welcome to “Beyond the Pivot” with hosts Martin Vitek and Kabwela Malupande. Join Martin and Kabwela as they bridge the worlds of Europe and Africa, sharing personal stories and insights into the dynamic landscape of entrepreneurship in both regions. From Martin’s experiences with entrepreneurship education in the Czech Republic to Kabwela’s work fostering innovation in Zambia, each episode explores unique opportunities, challenges, and inspiring stories.
In this episode of Beyond the Pivot, we speak with Francis Stevens George, a leading voice in Sierra Leone’s entrepreneurial development.
As a founder, educator, and ecosystem builder, Francis has spent years empowering young people and pushing for a more practical, mindset-driven approach to business in Sierra Leone.
He shares honest reflections on the gaps in donor-driven programs, the importance of trust in local ecosystems, and why meaningful entrepreneurship must be rooted in local realities, not imported frameworks.
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- ✅ Why mindset is the foundation of entrepreneurship
- ✅ How Francis supports youth-led businesses in Sierra Leone
- ✅ The limits of donor programs and imported startup models
- ✅ Why trust and local relevance are essential for startup success
- ✅ How to foster entrepreneurship that actually solves problems
💼 Important links mentioned in this episode are:
- ► Innovation SL: www.innosl.com
- ► Francis Stevens George: www.linkedin.com/in/francis-stevens-george-794bb3
- ► Bongo Hive: bongohive.co.zm
- ► Tamboti Circle: www.tamboticircle.com
- ► Beyond the Pivot: www.beyond-pivot.com
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