Content Creators, Entrepreneurs and YouTubers are flocking to Ghana and the African continent. Whilst more and more Ghanaian creators and Youtubers are popping up everywhere! In this episode highlight, Ivy Prosper shares her early content creation efforts and involvement in promoting Ghana and Africa through digital media since 2011, which has led to her current day success. The importance of sustainability and consistency in any pursuit is highlighted, as well as patience and...

In the second edition of Fintech Fridays, we analyse some of the biggest fundraising deals of the year 2023 completed by African Startups that also have a presence in Ghana, including Moove Africa. In addition, we look at the amount of funding that has taken place across the continent of Africa for startups since 2019.  Welcome to Fintech Fridays, a brand new podcast segment by The Sound of Accra Podcast, exploring current financial trends and technology impacting the nation of Ghana, whilst...

We all have an excess of things in our personal, business or professional lives that can we can live without. But are these very things blocking us from unlocking even more opportunities?  What things or people need to be removed to enhance our lives, workplaces or businesses? What fat can be trimmed to make us run faster? Adrian and Akua explore this topic and the importance of self-promotion and self-reflection for your  personal brand and personal development.

Adrian speaks to the accomplished Akua Nyame Mensah, Founder and CEO of A.N.M and Company. She is an executive and leadership coach, facilitator, and speaker. Join us as we explore Akua’s insights on leadership, personal development, and the art of creating spaces that foster positive connections. In this podcast, we discuss: - Akua’s experiences from the frontline of coaching - Her podcast, ”Open Door Conversations” and how it serves as a space for self-reflection and growth - The...

Learn how you can pivot and progress in your career and personal life, and turn your potential into performance, with Careers and Life Coach Afua Kudom. Afua Kudom is a certified personal performance and life coach, a Careers Consultant at Queen Mary University of London and founder of Sambamba Consulting and Coaching, where she specialises in coaching those seeking to pivot and progress in their careers. She took advantage of her school’s motto to ’Aim High’, and was the first person from...

Adrian sits down with Ivy Prosper, one of the most influential people in Ghana that you probably didn’t know! She is the Founder of the Prosper Creative Group . In addition, she is an award-winning Content Creator, TEDx Speaker, Pan African Ambassador, Author, A Storyteller and a Journalist.

Today’s topics on Fintech Friday include: Cedis depreciates to 15 Cedis since March 2023, MoMo transactions in Ghana hits a trillion Cedis, BoG suspends money transfers for some fintech companies and Car Loans to be available through Ghana Card.

Adrian talks to Naana Daniels, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Honam Naturals. The founder’s Ghanaian heritage inspired the brand’s conception in 2017 and they’re dedicated to championing glowing skin. At Honam Naturals, they believe that everyone deserves to feel beautiful in their own skin, and that’s why they offer a wide range of skincare products for all skin types. Honam Naturals is a skincare line for all skin types that practices sustainable and non-toxic living. Their product...

Adrian talks to Molly Jensen, the Chief Executive Officer of Afripods, a free pan-African podcast hosting platform building the largest library of African audio stories on the planet, based in Nairobi, Kenya. With the ability to categorize in over 50 languages and with content from over 30 countries including that from individual podcasters, radio stations and media houses, Afripods is the home for African podcasting across the continent and within the Diaspora.

In this short clip, Adrian speaks to Joannes ”Joe” Hotagua, founder of Authentic African and Startup Advisor and mentor, about what led to his decision to leave his high paying job working in digital advertising for American streaming giant, Hulu, owned by Walt Disney, to relocating to Accra, Ghana, to join E-Commerce Marketplace, Jumia. In this podcast highlight clip we discuss: - Similarities and differences between working for Hulu vs working for Jumia - Silicon Valley and the African...

This week, Adrian speaks to Joannes ”Joe” Hotagua, founder of Authentic African, a platform that helps African Artisans sell their products around the world. Joannes also owns the popular Authentic African YouTube channel and instagram page. In this episode: -Joannes takes us on a journey through his own entrepreneurial endeavours, from starting an e-commerce store selling African products to his transition into content creation on platforms like Instagram and YouTube -We’ll delve into the...

Adrian has a conversation with British-Ghanaian creative filmmaker and writer, Isaac Ameyaw, founder of Ike Motivation Media. Isaac is known for creating short web films online, mainly featured on YouTube, that tell short stories that we can all relate to in life. What makes them unique is they always have a twist to them!

In this episode snippet, Adrian and Michael discuss the importance of passing on your culture, heritage and the language of your parents to your children. In this instance, passing on Twi to their kids.  We also explore the dangers of not teaching kids your foreign language and the benefits and advantages for them when they grow up or want to invest and relocate in Ghana or the African Continent.

This week, Adrian speaks to Michael Ekow Richardson, a British-Ghanaian, Husband and Father, and also the Co-Founder of Destination Africa, an online and in-person community dedicated to empowering and inspiring the next generation of Africans and more.

In this snippet from Season 5 Ep.6 featuring Anniwaa Buachie, we delve into the influence that the black community is having on popular culture, in addition to how social media in shaping the entertainment industry, exploring how public outcry resulted in changes to movies like Sonic the Hedgehog. Anniwaa also shares her thoughts on black representation in film, challenging the status quo in the film and tv industry, as well as challenges and pressures she’s faced with acting roles as a...

This week, Adrian speaks to Anniwaa Buachie, an award-winning actress, filmmaker and writer, shifting sands in the entertainment industry, globally. Known for her portrayal of “Eka” a Nigerian mother battling with issues concerning FGM in the TV series Survivor’s Remorse STARZ, opposite the renowned Tichina Arnold, Teyonah Parris and Erica Ash.  Anniwaa is also known for her role in British feature film Aux, staring alongside Jonathan Rhys Davis, and for her guest star role in long running...

Adrian speaks to Eric Annan, Founder and CEO of Ayagigs, an African  marketplace that provides vetted and trusted Web3 talents including developers, UX/UI Designers, Growth marketers, NFT experts and much more. Eric is constantly inspired by what his dream aspirations can do to lift millions of African young people out of poverty.

In this snippet of our interview with Alicia Richardson, she explains to Adrian what Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) is all about, along with the challenges it brings. She also makes a strong business case why all companies needs to consider DEI as part of their internal employee strategies.

Adrian speaks to Alicia Richardson, the founder of BlackCreateConnect, a platform that began as a WhatsApp group in 2020 to support black professionals. The group quickly grew as opportunities and connections were created within it. Alicia recognised the demand from companies to connect with black professionals and decided to create a platform that would facilitate these organic connections. Black Create Connect now offers events, a job board, and a podcast for companies to advertise and...

Adrian speaks with Scott Ohene-Nyako, Founder and Director of 478 Studios. We discuss leaving employment to setting up an agency. In addition to the challenges and joys of being a family man, fatherhood and faith.

In this episode snippet, Adrian and Kweku discuss the need for restoring trust and transparency to African property and what the current outlook on Ghana Real Estate looks like for property investors and home buyers in Ghana. Kweku Essien is the Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer for SESO Global, Africa’s Trusted Property Marketplace. Also dubbed ”The Zillow of Africa”. Adrian and Kweku discuss African PropTech, Tech in Ghana 2022 event, Navigating land in Ghana and more.

Kweku Essien is the Co-Founder and Chief Commercial Officer for SESO Global, Africa’s Trusted Property Marketplace. Also dubbed ”The Zillow of Africa”. Adrian and Kweku discuss African PropTech, Tech in Ghana 2022 event, Navigating land in Ghana and more.

Paa Kwesi Folson explores optimising Linkedin profiles & why Ghanaians should be using the platform to build meaningful connections and for personal development. The platform is to be taken advantage of whilst it's still hot!Click here to listen to the full episode. Or watch the full episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/uEzXLuzR9tIEnjoyed this Clip? Listen to From Angry Customers to Satisfied Ones: Alex Darko on Customer Satisfaction with Restaurant Food Delivery in Africa Show Notes:...

Adrian speaks to Paa Kwesi Folson. A Gen Z Influencer in Accra. He is a Corporate Trainer, keynote speaker, Entrepreneur, Personal Brand strategist & a Personal Development Coach. Over time, he has become one of the recognised voices on certain subject matters due to demonstrated results, these subject matter encircle; social media , leadership, digital marketing, business, personal branding, soft skills, and personal development. He is the pioneer and the brain behind the revolutionary...

In this episode snippet, Adrian speaks with Alex Darko of Menufinder Africa, who shares the vision that Menufinder Africa has for the restaurant food delivery industry in Accra, Ghana and across Africa. Every customer touchpoint needs is key to Alex and the team. The branding, the drivers, the customer service, the food, the app.  As a result, they aspire for excellence in every way possible and want to go the distance to compete with the likes of Glovo and Bolt Food, to become the go-to...