A walk on the Shoe Side.
About this Episode.
“When I grow up, I want to work at Bata”. This was Esther’s dream even as a child and she confidently declared it whenever the subject of careers came up.
However, upon joining the University of Nairobi’s Design school, she had moments of uncertainty about the design course. It took the vigilance and...
Taking Computers to the People.
About this Episode.
1:150 and 1:5. This is the ratio of computers to kids in rural and urban settings as found in a study done in Kenya.
Lenah Wanjiku is one of the co founders of African Centurion, which is the umbrella organization for Kids Comp Camp and Computer Mashinani. These initiatives aim to empower both...
Making Space for Women in Tech
Podcast Series: African women in Tech and Design (AWiTaD)
Production: Development Through Media (DTM) under the Radio Baraza Project
Season 1 (2019)
Broadcast Episode 6
Duration: 48’38”
Host: Ziki of AfroFanatic
Guest: Judy Owigar
SYNOPSIS
“I think I made a mistake”. This is what ran through Judith Owigar’s mind when she entered her first class for a scheduled course in Computer Science...
Dresses Of Love
Episode Title: “Dresses of Love”
Category: Podcast Series/Episode 5 Promo
Theme: Tech and Design
Guest’s Name: Ogake Mosomi
About this Episode
In this episode, Ogake, owner and head designer at Ogake Bridal, has an upbeat, fun and candid conversation with Host Ziki. Here Ogake shares her vision for “Kenyan made bridal gowns” that so inspired her to set up...
The Mobile Money Integration Specialist
In this episode, Margaret Odeng, the Mobile Money Integration Specialist, shares lots with Host Ziki.
Margaret, the Kenyatta University graduate is passionate about the Fintech industry and elevating voices of women in tech. She goes by the mantra, “Get comfortable with being uncomfortable”, which has shaped her outlook on life. She was once given a...
African Inspired Designs
Guest: Sylvia Omina
Podcast Title: African Inspired Designs
Podcast Series: African women in Tech and Design (AWiTaD)
Production: Development Through Media (DTM) under the Radio Baraza Project
Season 1 (2019)
Broadcast Episode 7
Duration: 46’49”
Host: Ziki of AfroFanatic
Guest: Omina Otsieno
SYNOPSIS
Omina Otsieno is the creative director at Omina Otsieno. This Evelyn’s School of Design graduate picked up a passion for arts...