Magatte Wade, Unlocking Prosperity in Africa (#53)
Kevin is joined by Magatte Wade, renowned for her TEDTalk and activism dedicated to unlocking prosperity in Africa. Magatte discusses the challenges and opportunities facing Africa today. She elaborates on her journey since the talk, focusing on her efforts to improve Africa's economic conditions through innovative startup cities and advocating for economic freedom. Magatte provides a deep dive into the intricacies of creating prosperous environments in Africa, her personal experiences with bureaucratic challenges, and her vision for Africa’s future.
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Guest Bio and Links:
Magatte Wade is the world's leading African prosperity activist. She was made famous initially for a TEDTalk she made in 2017 about what she argues is an excessive regulatory environment in Africa which forces young Africans to emigrate for economic reasons. She is an entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and the author of The Heart of A Cheetah.
Listeners can learn more about Magatte Wade at her website https://www.magattewade.com/, on X @magattew, and on YouTube @MagatteWadeOfficial
Resources:
Why it's too hard to start a business in Africa -- and how to change it
The Heart of a Cheetah
Be the Solution: How Entrepreneurs and Conscious Capitalists Can Solve All the World's Problems by Michael Strong and John Mackey
Africa Unchained: The Blueprint for Africa's Future by George Ayittey
Why Africa Needs Startup Cities
Show Notes:
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