#120 - Building thriving ecosystems for entrepreneurs in Africa_ Francine Beleyi_podcast

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#120 Building thriving ecosystems for entrepreneurs in Africa with Karim Sy

Overview Episode 120

This is what’s missing in how we approach solving the world’s biggest challenges: A shift from individualism to something bigger—collaboration.

In this #120 episode of “Meaningful Work, Meaningful Life,” I had the honour of speaking with Karim Sy, a serial entrepreneur and founder of Jokkolabs. With roots in Mali, Lebanon, and Senegal, Karim has spent his career fostering entrepreneurship and technological innovation across Africa.

Join us as we explore Karim’s fascinating journey, his mission to drive social change through open-source technology, and his vision for a collaborative future in Africa’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

What you’ll learn from this episode:

• Karim’s background and early influences, growing up across multiple countries and cultures, and how his family’s entrepreneurial spirit shaped his path.
• The inspiration behind founding Africa’s first innovation hub, which has expanded across multiple countries, offering a platform for entrepreneurs and innovators.
• The integration of open-source principles into Jokkolabs’ operations and how this fosters innovation.
• The importance of building collaborative ecosystems that involve large corporations, local businesses, governments, and educational institutions for sustained growth and impact.
• Overcoming challenges in scaling Jokkolabs and the adaptability required to achieve success.
• Karim’s vision for the future of African entrepreneurship and the role of innovation in driving economic and social change.

Listen to the full episode 120. 

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