In this episode of Diaspora Playbook, I break down how Indians entrepreneurs built generational wealth in Africa — and what the African diaspora can learn from their playbook. They pooled resources. They invested in boring but profitable industries. They planned decades ahead, not months. 👉🏾 The African diaspora can do this too. It starts with knowledge, community, and discipline. 🔗 Subscribe to my Substack for weekly strategies & insights: https://nohemieco.substack.com/?utm_campaign=...

In this episode of Nohémie & Co., I sit down with Tysia, the visionary founder behind La Kinoise Coffee . She’s proving that Robusta coffee can thrive in Kinshasa, despite what everyone thought — while building one of Congo’s most inspiring youth-driven brands. We talk about: Growing coffee in urban Kinshasa Partnering with farmers and collectives across Congo How the diaspora can build sustainable ventures at home🎧 Listen, share, and get inspired by how Africa’s next generatio...

In this episode of Nohemie & Co., I sit down with the founders of Jambo Jus, one of Kinshasa’s first cold-pressed juice brands that made it onto local retail shelves and became a household name — until scaling challenges nearly shut it down. Half Congolese, half European, the founding brothers returned to DRC to build a business from scratch — with no formal finance or supply chain background. They share the hard truths about: Managing rapid early success in an unstable supply chainThe re...

Doing business in 🇨🇩 Congo without a diversification strategy? That’s a shortcut to burnout. In fragile markets like the DRC, a single product line won’t protect you from currency shocks, import delays, or political shifts. In this podcast episode, I break down how diaspora entrepreneurs and impact investors can build resilience by diversifying income streams — from export plays (like my honey business) to local processing and strategic partnerships. 🎯 If you’re thinking of investing or launc...

Just dropped a must-listen episode with a Cameroonian-Swiss entrepreneur who: • Failed in Dubai → Conquered Kinshasa • Runs a high-end aesthetic salon (Botox, fillers & more) • Leverages generational spa expertise to stand out Why it matters: ✔️ Africa’s beauty market is exploding (especially Francophone nations) ✔️ “Medical aesthetics” is the next frontier (trained nurses = key!) ✔️ Her comeback story proves failure fuels success Watch now: https://youtu.be/RviJsx5Ae4Y?si=YseHvDzQbzHuPL...

Latest podcast chatting with fashion Designer Amina! Building a slow fashion brand in Africa comes with unique challenges and rewards—especially in Mali while selling it to the broader African market including DRC, where tradition meets modern entrepreneurship. From sourcing ethical fabrics to navigating local and international markets, the journey is anything but easy. Watch on youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ODZGhMKR9Mw&t=53s&ab_channel=NohemieandCo Watch podcast: https://...

🔗 Resources & next steps for starting: https://forms.gle/wwqaAPeaD6KGW1Hq9 Watch: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVAJz0U6f5kFxewSV_HjI4EJaNqT5pt1r The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is one of Africa’s most population-rich yet food-import-dependent nations, creating a HUGE opportunity for diaspora entrepreneurs. In this episode, we break down: ✅ Why agrocommodity imports are a lucrative business ✅ Key food products in demand (wheat, rice, poultry, oil, etc.) ✅ How the diaspor...

In this episode, I'm chatting with Sephora founder of www.agritech-insights.com we dive into the inspiring journey of building an Agritech soil testing kit business in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Discover how innovative technology is transforming agriculture in one of Africa’s most fertile yet underserved regions. Whether you're an entrepreneur, farmer, tech enthusiast, or investor, this episode is packed with real-world insights on leveraging agritech to drive food security and ...

SIGN UP for exclusive membership (the tea): LINK Hello fam, another day with your girl learning about business. This is Part I of corruption in Congo, how it impacts your business. Let's begin shall we? Corruption remains one of the biggest obstacles to economic growth and fair business practices in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). From bribery and embezzlement to unfair licensing and political interference, corrupt practices distort markets, discourage foreign investment, and har...

Today’s episode I’m chatting with Chris Maurice, founder of Yellow Card a stable coin company that raised $85 Million to date and scaling throughout the African continent. Chris explains it plainly, simple and clearly why stable coin is made for Africa in terms of easing transfers between countries, dealing with inflating currencies, and all other frustrations that comes with being a business in the continent and dealing with wiring of money. Great episode, tune in! Give us a follow on IG/T...

Latest podcast episode where I'm chatting with none other than Sivi, founder of Manitech foods. A Congolese very own industrial brand specializing in making local foods modern in its production and best practices, while staying true to its cultural origins. Check it out: https://manitechcongo.com/ Watch + give us a follow: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVAJz0U6f5kFxewSV_HjI4EJaNqT5pt1r&si=3x_YVuUxtn_tbXBb Give us a follow on IG/TT: @nandcopod Video production: (insta) @aggas_des...

Watch full episode on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVAJz0U6f5kFxewSV_HjI4EJaNqT5pt1r Today's chat we're discussing Mekka, a B-2-B app that aims at easing operations of small to medium size businesses in the Congo (DRC). Tune into this chat as we discuss navigating tech businesses in Congo, how leveraging loans, challenges with operating tech businesses and how technology can mitigate those gaps. Check out Mekka - Revolutionizing B2B payments in Africa as a shorthand:...