The Mbali Nwoko Podcast
Welcome to the Mbali Nwoko Podcast, the leading agricultural podcast on the African continent!
Join us as we bring you exclusive insights from the foremost industry experts and stakeholders in the agricultural sector and its value chain.
The podcast features a diverse range of guests, including farmers, scientists, agronomists, researchers, economists, investors, and policymakers, among others.
Our mission is to inspire, educate, and inform our listeners about the business of farming and agriculture, and to help them stay up-to-date with the latest trends, innovations, and challenges in the industry.
Your host, Mbali Nwoko, is a multi-award-winning South African farmer, keynote speaker, columnist, and agri entrepreneur, who brings her wealth of experience and expertise to every episode.
So tune in (biweekly) on this exciting journey of discovery and growth in the world of agriculture!
The Mbali Nwoko Podcast
Latest Episodes
EP 63 I Zoë Karl-Waithaka : Exploring new frontiers with BCG
I have the pleasure of speaking with Zoe, the Managing Director and Partner at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) based in Nairobi. Zoe brings a wealth of experience in management consulting across the African cont...
EP 62 I Glantine Mashile: Overcoming barriers to finance in agriculture
In conversation with Glantine Mashile, MD of Geekay Agribusiness.Glantine shares invaluable insights on the challenges farmers face in securing loans from retail banks, particularly for black and emerging farmers. He emphasises the importan...
EP 61 I Dr Penny Byrne: Exploring ESG and Climate Resilience in Agriculture
Dr. Penny, an ESG specialist, sheds light on the significance of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) in today's agricultural landscape. She shares her expertise as an ESG Investment Analyst at SBG Securities, emphasising the importance ...
EP 60 I Michelle Marais: Urban Farmer's mission to support African agriculture
Michelle shares her journey in the agricultural sector, her recent award win, and her work with small-scale farmers through Urban Farmer. We discuss the challenges faced by smallholder farmers, th...
EP 59 I Minki Thulo: The role of a Business Coach in scaling and growing your business
In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Minki, a seasoned business growth consultant and coach at GROW. We explore the crucial role of business coaching in the success of entrepreneurs, delvi...