On this episode of the podcast, FoodCourt CEO Henry Nneji takes us behind the scenes of their journey to profitability, from bootstrapping to joining Y Combinator and scaling operations across Lagos.

Henry shares insights into the challenges of operating in a market where infrastructure issues, inflation, and consumer behavior heavily influence business decisions.

From navigating early setbacks, such as landlord disputes, to embracing data-driven strategies for efficiency and menu design, this episode dives deep into the complexities of building a sustainable food tech startup in Nigeria.

We also explore FoodCourt’s expansion plans, the role of technology in enhancing customer experience, and their focus on maintaining consistent quality while scaling.

Corporate venture capital is relatively new in the African venture capital space, but it has increasing potential. This week on the podcast, we sit with Benjamin Toulouze, the head of Corporate Venture Capital & Managing Director at Axian Group, a pan-African group with a presence in 15 countries.

Benjamin is an experienced corporate venture capitalist and in this episode, we discuss the intersection of corporate and traditional venture capital, and how both can complement each other to drive startup success.

We dive into the importance of stability and regulatory harmony in Africa's growth and explore promising sectors such as fintech, e-commerce, health tech, and the transformative potential of artificial intelligence.

This week, we sit down with June Angelides MBE, partner at Levare Ventures and one of the Financial Times’ Most Influential Tech Leaders.

With over 13 years of experience spanning venture debt, venture capital, and entrepreneurship, June has carved a niche in backing startups across Africa and Europe.

From launching the UK’s first child-friendly coding school, Mums in Tech, to investing in startups like Chowdeck, Raenest, and Ruka Hair, June's career exemplifies her belief in doing impactful work while having fun.

In this episode, she shares her journey from Thomson Reuters Bank to venture capital, her approach to spotting resilient founders, and why she’s passionate about fostering diversity in tech.