The Mbali Nwoko Podcast
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
EP 63 I Zoë Karl-Waithaka : Exploring new frontiers with BCG
02 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
EP 62 I Glantine Mashile: Overcoming barriers to finance in agriculture
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Glantine Mashile, MD of Geekay Agribusiness.Glantine shares invaluable insights on the challenges farmers face in securing loans ...
EP 61 I Dr Penny Byrne: Exploring ESG and Climate Resilience in Agriculture
17 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Penny, an ESG specialist, sheds light on the significance of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) in today's agricultural landscape. S...
EP 60 I Michelle Marais: Urban Farmer's mission to support African agriculture
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Michelle shares her journey in the agricultural sector, her recent award win, and her work with small-scale farmers through Urban Farmer. We discuss...
EP 59 I Minki Thulo: The role of a Business Coach in scaling and growing your business
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
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 b...
EP 58 I Oxolo Mofokeng : Siyavuna Abalimi Development Centre
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Oxolo Mofokeng, the Deputy Director of Siyavuna Abalimi Development Centre. Siyavuna focuses on empowering rural communities in...
EP 57: Francois Rossouw I Unleashing AI in Agriculture with AI Farmer powered by AELA
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In our first episode of 2024, we dive into the transformative world of agricultural technology with our guest, Francois Rossouw, CEO of SAAI. Francois...
EP 56 I Sinelizwi Fakade: Unlocking commercialisation strategies for rural agricultural development
08 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ukhanyo Farmer Development (NPO) is a pioneering initiative dedicated to empowering and uplifting farmers in South Africa, in the Eastern Cape provinc...
EP 55 I Thabile Nkunjana: Understanding the economics behind the egg scarcity crisis
24 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Over the past couple of months, the poultry industry in South Africa has faced unprecedented challenges, especially with the emergence of the bird flu...
EP 54: Palesa Motaung: Making agribusiness value chains more efficient with Agrikool
10 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Agrikool, is a startup focused on making food and agricultural products accessible to everyone. Palesa Motaung, COO of Agrikool discusses the challe...
EP 53 I Stephanie van der Walt: Women in Agriculture - Highlights from the International Fresh Produce Association's Women's Fresh Perspective
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Stephanie van der Walt, the Regional Manager of the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) discusses the purpose of industry body associations...
EP 52 I Zaheer Dindar and Fazlur Pandor: Introducing Pumpkin: A Web-Based Platform for Agribusiness Financial Management and Funding
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Speaking to Zaheer Dindar and Fazlur Pandor both Co-Founders of Pumpkn.ioPumpkn is a web-based platform that helps agribusinesses manage their finan...
EP 51 I Tendai Chitapi & Oliver Windram: Farming with AI! How machine vision and deep learning are transforming produce grading - Kuronga
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Tendai Chitapi and Oliver Windram, co-founders of Kuronga. Kuronga is a platform that utilizes machine vision and deep learning to help farmers accura...
EP 50 I Linda Siboto: Unveiling the world of cannabis with Cheeba Cannabis Academy
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Linda Siboto is the Co-founder of Cheeba Cannabis Academy and he unpacks the cannabis industry from obtaining licenses, cultivation practices, the cos...
EP 49 I Christian Giesel: The role of marketing in shaping the future of agriculture with Syngenta
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Christian Giesel, the Head of Marketing at Syngenta South Africa is the guest on this exciting podcast episode. Syngenta is a global agribusiness comp...
EP 48 I Lindsay Hopkins and Ozzy Nel : SA Harvest
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
SA Harvest, based in the heart of South Africa, is a pioneering company with a mission to alleviate hunger while combating food waste. They've id...
EP 47 I Naledi Magowe: Empowering Africa's rural farmers through tech innovation.
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Brastorne is an innovative technology startup based in Botswana, dedicated to bridging the digital divide and empowering the rural poor in Africa. Wit...
EP 46 I Thabile Nkunjana: Food price inflation and its impact on the consumer market
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Thabile Nkunjana is an experienced economist in agri-food systems, international trade, and rural development industry, and is currently employed by t...
EP 45 I Andy Du Plessis: Food Forward SA
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Food Forward SA works with a network of food donors, volunteers, and beneficiary organizations to collect surplus food from retailers, farmers, and ma...
EP 44 I Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli: Growing agribusinesses across Africa
05 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we take a closer look at the incredible career of Ndidi Nwuneli, an entrepreneur, author, and advocate for sustainable development in...
EP 43 I Mishkaat Anderson: Breeding varieties for the South African deciduous fruit producers.
24 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Speaking to Mishkaat who is the newly appointed GM for Culdevco. Culdevco’s main objective is to identify, market and commercialise profitable Agri...
EP 42 I Shalom Ben Or : Building a fintech company for the African agriculture sector.
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Avenews is a fast-growing Israeli-Kenyan fintech company building the first financial super app for the agriculture industry in Africa.Despite their e...
EP 41 I Dimakatso (Nono) Sekhoto: Developing young agricultural leaders across the African continent
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nono is a commercial farmer and business women who has built a remarkable career in the agricultural sector focusing on primary agriculture, particula...
EP 40 I Maluta Netshaulu: Commercial agriculture and the banking sector
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Maluta Netshaulu - Senior Manager: Agriculture (Client Value Proposition). He is a thought leader in the sector and we highlight ...
EP 39 I Chirene Jelbert - How to export your produce as a grower/ producer.
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chatting to Chirene Jelbert , Owner and MD of C- FRUIT. She is an entrepreneur and commercial agriculture professional that has been in the industry f...
38 I Priaash Ramadeen: Data storytelling with The Awareness Company
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Priaash, Co-Founder of The Awareness Company, who worked together with his business partners for over 10 years in research, devel...
EP 37 I Liza Bohlmann: Agricultural Writers South Africa
18 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Liza Bohlmann - Chairperson and North Regional Representative for Agri Writers SA. Agricultural Writers SA is a voluntary, non...
EP 36 I Ayanda Majola & Kagiso Tloubatla: Cattle and livestock investment opportunities with SV Capital.
09 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
SmartVest Capital trading as SV Capital is South Africa’s first crowd-investing fund manager offering innovative investment products geared for digi...
EP 35 I Andries Wiese : Understanding how insurance works in the farming sector.
24 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Speaking to Andries Wiese - former Head of Agri and currently the National Business Development Manager at Hollard. In this episode we get to touch o...
EP 34 I Stephan Pietersen : Labour law regulatory requirements for farmers and agribusinesses.
19 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Stephan has a background in employee benefits and more than 20 years of experience, knowledge, and skills in the administration and consulting of work...
EP 33 I Dr Johnny van der Merwe: Agricultural market trends analysis with AMT
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
If you are interested in commodity pricing, analysis and forecasting around Agri industry trends then this episode will deliver just that. I have the...
EP 32 I Tafara Shuro: Empowering rural farming communities through farming enterprise hubs.
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Speaking to Tafara Shuro, Director of the South African Essential Oils Producers’ Association.Tafara is part of the executive team overseeing the Si...
EP 31 I Dr Alfred Kgasi: The importance of managing animal health in livestock farming.
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today's conversation is an animal farming masterclass. Dr Kgasi , President of the South African Veterinary Council helps us understand how to lo...
EP 30 I Grant Jacobs: How to digitally trade and auction fresh produce using HelloChoice.
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Grant Jacobs co-founded HelloChoice which is an online agricultural marketplace established in 2018. He directs HelloChoice's business model an...
EP 29 I Alina Truhina & Philani Mzila : Agritech entrepreneurship with Founders Factory Africa
08 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Speaking to Alina Truhina, Chief Strategy Officer and Philani Mzila, Investment Manager at Founders Factory Africa (FFA). We explore the journeys that...
EP 28 I Louis de Kock: Disrupting the fresh produce markets - Nile.ag
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Nile's vision is to see a future where Africa’s producers can access the markets with the biggest need for their products. By integrating regio...
EP 27 I Cilliers Geldenhuys: The importance of using labour tracking technology to improve your farms production with Agrigistics.
01 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Cilliers Geldenhuys, a qualified Industrial Engineer with a mining background who co-founded Agrigistics which is an agritech s...
EP 26 I Karidas Tshintsholo : Introducing the farmers input marketplace app with Khula!
26 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Karidas is a young entrepreneur from South Africa with over 7 years of experience in building startups from ideas to fully-fledged businesses. He is p...
EP 25 I Erna du Plessis: The basics of greenhouse / tunnel farming with Bosman van Zaal South Africa
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Erna - CEO of Bosman van Zaal South Africa has an Industrial Engineering degree and Masters in Agricultural Engineering degree. She has been in the gr...
EP 24 I Hamlet Hlomendlini: The role of financial institutions in the farming sector.
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hamlet is a Farmer's Weekly regular columnist and a multi-skilled Agricultural Economist with over eight years of experience in the agribusiness ...
EP 23 I Dr. Vijayender Nalla: Online agri learning with the Digital School of Food and Agriculture
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Dr Vijay Nalla, Content Facilitator at the Institute of Food and Agribusiness Leadership (IFAL).Visit https://www.ifal.ac/ and ht...
EP 22 I Julian van der Nat: How to improve your sales and marketing skills as a farmer
30 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Julian has 28 years of experience in the agricultural sector and has held numerous senior positions ranging from National Consultant, Country Manager,...
EP 21 I Angie Khumalo: Transitioning from being a TV & Radio presenter to becoming a cattle farmer
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Angie Khumalo, a dynamic woman who is currently a Metro FM Sports Presenter and former presenter of African Farming, an agricultu...
EP 20 I Wandile Sihlobo: An Economists perspective into the South African agricultural sector
20 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Wandile Sihlobo is the Chief Economist of the Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) and the author of “Finding Common Ground: Land, ...
EP 19 I Rahmat Eyinfunjowo: Growing a network of agripreneurs with Nourishing Africa
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Rahmat is the Operations Lead at Nourishing Africa, where she manages the company’s membership engagement and business operations. Nourishing Africa...
EP 18 I Jolene Dawson: How to develop sustainable agricultural programmes with Thrive Agriculture & Nutrition
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Jolene Dawson who is a skilled strategist, advisory professional and CEO. Her business, Thrive Agriculture and Nutrition Consul...
EP 17 I Denene Erasmus: How to become a leading agricultural publication - Farmer's Weekly
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Denene Erasmus is the editor of Farmer's Weekly South Africa, the largest English-language agricultural publication in Southern Africa. She has b...
EP 16 I Dr Sifiso Ntombela: Development and structural reforms in agriculture
24 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Dr Sifiso Ntombela, Chief Economist of the NAMC, Coordinator of AAMP, Columnist for Fin24, and Farmers' Weekly Magazine.In t...
EP 15 I Watson Matsa: Creating sustainable livelihoods for smallholder farmers with eSusFarm
17 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Speaking to Watson Matsa who is the Co-Founder & CEO for eSusFarm® Africa, where he leads Operations, Technology Implementation and Market Develo...
EP 14 I Ivor Price & Kobus Louwrens : Food For Mzansi
10 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Ivor and Kobus, who are the Founders of Food For Mzansi, which is a digital agri news platform that has taken the South African...
EP 13 l Joy Pharasi : Overcoming lupus, depression, physical disability and discrimination as a farmer.
03 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with me is Joy Pharasi. She is a livestock farmer based in the Northern Cape province of South Africa and she shares her story/journey...
EP 12 I Francois Rossouw : Family farming with Southern African Agri Initiative (SAAI)
17 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Southern African Agri Initiative (SAAI) is an agricultural interest network for farmers by farmers, which is committed to the protection and promo...
EP 11 I Reabetswe Malema: The Black Farmer
09 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Reabetswe Malema is the Director of The Black Farmer Food Group which is a farming company that acts as an agent on behalf other farmers and provides ...
EP 10 I Alessandro and Sakhe : Data farming with Tillo App
25 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In conversation with Alessandro Colafranceschi and Sakhe Radebe from Tillo.Tillo is a digital app that allows you to gain real-time visibility and con...
EP 09 I Mark Hutton : Sustainable Agriculture with Madumbi
17 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Joining me in this episode is Mark Hutton from Madumbi Sustainable Agriculture. Mark is a Bio Specialist for the KZN region and is also the Business ...
EP 08 I Russel Luck: Online livestock auctions with SwiftVee
09 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have a conversation with Russel Luck who is an Entrepreneur, Technology Attorney, Television Analyst and Public Speaker. Russel is ...
EP 07 I Ntuthuko Shezi: Livestock Wealth
02 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Ntuthuko Shezi explains the idea behind Livestock Wealth and how he managed to successfully build his livestock crowd farming platfor...
EP 06 I Ikageng Maluleke: Grain farming in South Africa
22 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ikageng Maluleke is an Agricultural Economist at Grain SA, a farmer organisation representing major grains in South Africa; her focus in the organisat...
EP 05 I Wendy Geza: Insights into small-scale rural farming.
13 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Wendy is a Research Assistant and Project Facilitator at UKZN, under the Sustainable Healthy Food Systems (SHEFS) Project and uMngeni Resilience Proje...
EP 04 I Yunike Phiri: Building a business against all odds.
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I speak to Yunike Phiri an award-winning farmer, trained agripreneur by the African Development Bank and Korean Institute Development...
EP 03 I Khathu Mashau: Scaling in numbers and through diversification.
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Joining me in this podcast is entrepreneur, farmer and Founder of U-Move Group, Khathu Mashau. Khathu speaks about creating his own outgrowers model ...
EP 02 I Sonto Mujakachi: Finding success in a conservative agricultural town.
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, Sonto Mujakahi who is the CEO of Treasure Trove Farms takes us through her journey of how she managed to successfully grow a commerci...
EP 01 I Eric Mauwane: How to thrive in competitive markets.
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast, I speak to Eric Mauwane CEO of Oneo Farms, a commercial vegetable farmer whose story is nothing but resilience. Eric shares his expe...
The Mbali Nwoko Podcast Trailer
25 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
An introduction to The Mbali Nwoko Podcast. Please rate and review this podcast episode.Email [email protected] to The Mbali Nwoko Podcast...