Kadan Kadan Podcast

In this recent podcast with Mr Bamidele, we explore the important export guidelines and give industry insights to new and aspiring exporters and importers in the African context.

In this episode our host Malobi speaks with Amarachi Okoarafor, the founder of Michiz Foods. Amarachi is a Chef and food brand owner, revamping the concept of Nigerian food in the global market. She has been working over the past 7 years to create Nigerian ready to eat recipes from her base in Australia.

To learn more about her food business and Nigerian foods, listen to the full podcast!

In this new episode of the Kadan Kadan Podcast, our host Malobi speaks with Akin Alabi, CEO and co-founder of Corporate Farmers International.

Akin has been in the agribusiness space for the last two decades and continues to create an impact in how investments can be made into agriculture, from wherever you are.

Through his business, Akin and his partner have been able to create social media spaces for agriculture, go on campus tour and much more. He gives us gems in this episode, so if you're looking to get into agribusiness, get ready to take notes.

In episode 24, our host Malobi speaks with Ifeoluwa Oyeyemi, Founder and CEO of Agro Farm Help. She takes us on a journey of agricultural value in the Nigerian market, and how the industry is rapidly rising. She speaks on her experiences, her early days and the passion for farming that began her own company, Agro Farm Help. To learn more, watch the video and don't forget to leave a comment, like and subscribe! #agriculture #Nigerianfarmers #farming #kadankadanpod

Listen to our recent episode where our host Malobi speaks with Uzoamaka Igweike, founder of Loom Chocolate. In her quest to find made-in-Nigeria chocolate, Uzoamak began her own business, which has grown into a company that makes delicious and quality chocolate in Nigeria with our locally grown cocoa. She gives insight into her early days and what's helped her keep the business alive!

#KadanKadanPodcast #Chocolate #MadeinNigeria #LoomChocolate #NigerianChocolate

In Episode 22 of The Kadan Kadan Podcast, our host Malobi Ogbechie is joined by Hera Mpondo. Hera Mpondo is a Senior Strategy Analyst who has worked in commodities for years. She shares her journey with us from working in different countries on different continents. We also learn about how she works as an analyst for solid minerals such as diamonds, and other rare gemstones. Hera is one of the few Black women in this sector making a difference. #Diamonds #Commodities #Analysts #KadanKadanKadan Kadan Podcast

In episode 21 our host Malobi speaks to Keith Chipudhla, Co-Founder of My Vitagrow. Keith shares his journey, which led him to start a hydroponic farm in Harare, Zimbabwe. He speaks on the benefits of hydroponic farms, their sustainability and how they are beneficial to our planet. #hydroponics #vitagrow #kadankadanpod #agriculture #farming #ecofriendly

Join us in episode 20 as our host Malobi speaks to Flora Mutahi, the owner and founder of Melvin Marsh International and Melvin's Tea. In this episode, Flora shares her journey of two decades with us, teaching us about tea and the export of tea out of Kenya. She also speaks on things that have allowed her business experience longevity. #KadankadanPodcast #Agriculture #TeaFarming #MelvinsTea #agriculture

On this episode our host Malobi speaks with Lauren Le Franc , Founder of The Little Coffee Company. Lauren has established a brand that started in Kingston Jamaica, and can now be found on shelves at Wholefoods stores across the United Kingdom. She walks us through her journey in this video, highlighting her inspiration and experiences along the way.

Join us on Episode 18 as we discuss The Palm Oil Value Chain with Ikechukwu Amajuoyi, the Founder and CEO of Kernelinc Resources Ltd. In this episode, we talk about the challenges and opportunities that can be expected when farming, harvesting, processing, and exporting or selling palm oil. Ikechukwu shares his insight through his journey with his company Kernelinc and all the new knowledge he has gained along the way. Sit back, relax, and learn something new with us! #palmoilplantation #Palmkerneloil #Valuechain #Africantraders

Join us as we listen to Pamela Anyoti-Peronaci take us on a journey on her experience running a farming business in Uganda. She speaks on the birth of her idea, the challenges and how she overcomes them while uplifting a community through her business.

Rose shares her experience as a farmer in Tanzania. A guide for small scale farmers to know what and what not to do.

Permaculture is a sustainable agricultural practice. Listen to how it's been implemented in Ghana and how moringa, the magic tree is explored.

In this episode, we cover Yemi's entry into cocoa farming, some mistakes she made when she first started, her transition into value addition, what she learnt visiting bean to bar manufacturers outside Nigeria, her tips for people getting into the cocoa value chain and more. 

Yemi Lawal is the Founder/CEO of Yemmies Chocolates a brand that produces Premium Chocolates bars and a range of Cocoa inspired products – from farm to bean to bar.  Yemi started cocoa production after leaving her corporate career and subsequently founded Yemmies Chocolates in 2020. Prior to her work in the cocoa sector, Yemi spent many years in the corporate world as a strategy and marketing specialist advising companies globally on business and marketing strategies.  She holds a first degree from University of Lagos and a masters from the UK. She is also an alumni of Lagos Business School Agribusiness Management Programme and recently completed the Women’s Entrepreneur Certificate Programme at Cornell University.  Yemi is passionate about mentoring and coaching young women – she has been a mentor on the Cherie Blair Foundation for Women, the Tony Elumelu Foundation, The YMCA Redbridge (UK) Mentoring Project.  

Visit Yemi's website here: https://yemmies.com/ 

Instagram: https://instagram.com/yemmies_chocolate?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

On this episode we speak with Bart on his coffee journey in the States. We also speak on the mission of CXFFEE BLACK and the recent documentary they made to Ethiopia. A lot to learn from this episode.

In this episode Malobi speaks with Dung, a coffee farmer in Jos, Nigeria. Dung shares his story as to how he began the trade, the challenges he has faced, opportunities available in coffee farming and also, how his drive and passion for coffee farming has helped him stay consistent.

Listen to Ken, CEO of Felmont Commodities share his experience in mining in Nigeria. He discusses the opportunities, challenges, and benefits of the mineral mining industry in Nigeria. He has been in the business since 1995 and he has a lot to say.

On this episode, Miltiadis shares the scope of his business, HVA International. He also talks about the importance of expertise and shares the challenges and benefits of focusing on a particular niche as opposed to having so many things goi

Find out more about HVA International.

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Africa is reputable for its exportable produce. But then, Africa is in its infancy with export. 

Tokunbo has over 15 years of experience and is an expert deep in the value chain. 

She shares lessons she has learned and talks about the scope of her business.

Cannabis use and regulation have been very controversial in Africa. With the industry slowly getting momentum, Tseli shares her experience working with government policy regulators, law firms, and private individuals within the cannabis space in Africa.

In this episode, we talk with Shalom Bako, Managing director of Afrivana and what he does relating with export,  

Some topics covered include: 

- Agricultural Development within Africa 

- Enhancing Agricultural value chain 

- The continental opportunities in African export  and much more! 

Make sure to listen to this enlightening episode.  visit us today -  panafricantraders.com

For this episode we get to know a bit about Tese and what she does which includes trade relations and trade negotiations.  

Some topics covered include: 

- What got her into this line of work? 

- Benefits of the AfCFTA and its challenges 

- Rules of origin and what it means.

- What has been accomplished so far 

- How young people can get into trade relations  

... and much more! Make sure to listen to this enlightening episode.

This episode was a lot more enlightening than I thought it would be. Definitely learnt a lot about cargo insurance, the different players in the value chain, the problem with always using EXW and FOB shipping terms and much more.   

Definitely a couple opportunities highlighted here. Kingsly also talks about his company, optimiz which looks to deal with some of the challenges in this space.  If you liked this episode, please subscribe and check out our website panafricantraders.com if you would like to source directly from Africa.

In this Episode, we cover the following topics -  How she got into tea? Difference between Orthodox and CTC? Having patience in business. What role does China have to play? Types of packaging KTDA (Kenya Tea Development Agency)  If you would like to trade with African suppliers, visit panafricantraders.com.

During this episode we discuss some of the real, on the ground issues that are affecting farmers in both Nigeria and Ghana. We also follow Kojo's journey to becoming a young farmer.  Don't miss out on this episode as Kojo provides some tips for beginners.   

Visit panafricantraders.com to learn more about our B2B and networking platform.

In this episode we speak to Marcelo Rocha Dias who is a director a the Brazilian Chamber of Commerce. For his role, he is particularly focused on promoting Trade between West Africa and Brazil.  This was a very inspiring and educational episode. Make sure to give it a listen!

During this episode we speak with Bibusa about some key soft skills needed for business success.

Panafrican Traders Episode 1:  

In this episode we are joined by Rotimi Williams, owner of Kereksuk Rice Farms, which was until recently one of Nigeria's largest commercial rice farms in Nasarawa state (45,000 hectares). 

He is now focusing his efforts on Resolute 4.0, a mobile app that aims to reduce the clashes between herders with its panic button and data collection.

Check out the resources below to learn more about him: https://www.ft.com/content/fc0934a8-e... https://youtu.be/Pct_pKkqBAY https://thenationonlineng.net/between...