Key Africans Unlocked

The Fratpack brothers Kitso and Kabelo Moremi together with Mokgethwa have been in the podcast game for half a decade now; and this experience shines through. We sat with our brothers and had an amazing conversation about happiness, authenticity and more.

Dr Elna McIntosh is a multi-award winning clinical sexologist; renowned and well respected in her field for her research, mentorship and decades long service in woman's health and activism on behalf of some of the most vulnerable in our society. She is also an author, academic, media personality and aspiring stand up comedian. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcintoshelna/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/drelna

Kaunda Chama is a seasoned journalist who has worked in the business, technology and sports sectors. He is also a voice artist, radio and TV presenter, and has done work such as being the voice of Big Brother Africa, voicing documentaries, TV and radio adverts, as well as MCing live events. Kaunda was also part of the pioneering group that set up Africa's first commercial internet radio station, Rhythm100 Radio. Kaunda is currently one of the African editors on nba.com. Social Media: @therealkaunda Podcast: https://twitter.com/postuppodcast Location: Chilu's, Jhb.

A Producer and Director from Malawi, Kalumbu Kapisa is a modern day African storyteller. He defines himself, however, by the relationships he has built with family and community over time. Zubz and Chilu sat with Kalumbu for a chat about the future of Africa in storytelling, true content ownership, the impact of The Black Panther and more. Stay connected with Kalumbu & Kwacha Media online: Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/kwachamedia Twitter: @kalumbuk Instagram: @kalumbuk

Mbeu Kambuwa, popularly known as Snooze, is a Stand-Up Comedian and Copywriter originally from Malawi. Snooze has won prestigious awards both in the advertising industry as well as in comedy, a true testament to his all-round excellence. He is also a genuinely hilarious guy. Zubz and Chilu sat down with Snooze for a light-hearted chat about ad campaigns and corporate tensions, on-stage wardrobe malfunctions, black tax, the gamble of love and more. Stay connected with Snooze on social media: Twitter: @Mbeu_K IG: @therealsnooze

Zambian, Carl Chanda Mbao affectionately known as Chanda Mbao, is a financial services professional with over 7 years experience in investment banking and strategy. He is also a very dope emcee! Currently managing partner at Frontier Capital Partners, Carl has sharpened his business acumen working at industry giants like Goldman Sachs and Leon, Mayer & Co. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree, from the University of Miami (School of Business) majoring in Economics, International Relations with Mathemetics as a minor. We caught up with him on a business trip in Johannesburg, right after he finished shooting the music video for his latest song. Yes, in addition to his impressive business CV, Chanda Mbao is also an acclaimed and successful rap artist and all-round good dude! Chilu, Zubz and Chanda chatted finance, life vocations, dreams, formative rap stories, single mom up-bringing, the role the young African man in family and more. Keep up with The Prince of Zambia: Web: www.chandambao.com All Socials: @ChandaMbao

Two gentlemen, both in their 30’s are making a huge impact in Zambia’s media industry. Kenny Tonga is the CEO of Power FM Zambia. His holding company owns two radio stations. Costa Mwansa is the CEO of Diamond TV which has been on air for over a year. Both began their careers as presenters and have now built brands from scratch, and employ a number of people. During a panel discussion at the just ended Lusaka Radio Summit, Chilu sat down with the two to find out what drives them and what it took for them to bring their dreams to fruition.

CEO, mom, sangoma, artist and hip-hop head are some of the many titles that describe Nothando Migogo. But beyond those titles lies a person who is intent on making her way through life in the manner most authentic to her spirit. Nothando spoke to Zubz about the business side of music in Africa, Nas, spirituality, the real tragedy of XXXTenTacion and why yoga is the meditation form that carries her through her colourful and textured life. Website: www.samro.org.za Twitter: @NdoxMigogo

Mulenga Brian Mutale is President and CEO of Aguilar Capital Markets Ltd, a Canadian investment bank he founded to provide capital for African companies. Born in Zambia and educated at Acadia University in Canada, Brian pursued a financial services career before recognizing the opportunity that his business is built on when he took a job with a bank in Zambia in 2010. A recent success Brian's company has notched is raising $250 Million USD in debt capital for an African petroleum group in Ghana. He assures us that this is the first of many a deal. He is based in Canada but the frequency of his travels across the continent make it feel like he is a Canadian resident in name only and lives at 40,000 feet more than anywhere else. Outside of his business, he is an avid football fan who has played quite seriously and coached a local team in his home city (Dartmouth, Nova Scotia). We spoke about his journey to his business' Genesis and other experiences along that road. Web: http://www.aguilarcapitalmarkets.com Location: The Hilton, Sandton, Johannesburg

Musa spoke candidly with us about two things he values deeply; his artistry and his walk with God. In what proved to be an introductory episode, we learn more about the man, his various passions and the moments that have shaped and continue to change his life. Listen to Musanete's podcast about podcasting at www.journeytopodcast.com and stay connected to him on social media: Twitter: www.twitter.com/musanete Instagram: www.instagram.com/musanete Recorded on the lawns of La Vie en Rose, Killarney Country Club, Johannesburg.

Fabian Adeoye Lojede is a Nigerian actor, writer, producer and entrepreneur. His journey has been an interesting one filled with artistic pursuits as well as business ones. He is currently running his own production company based in Johannesburg, South Africa. We spoke about the power of names, religion, the link between African spirituality and Greek mythology and why creativity has been at the centre of his success. Twitter: www.twitter.com/fabloj Instagram: www.instagram.com/fabianadeloj Web: www.fabianlojede.com Location: La Vie en Rose, Killarney Country Club, Johannesburg

After a great run of 10 episodes, we decided to sit down with the team and chop it up about what we learned, what we liked and a bit of feedback we experienced from you, our viewers. In this 'behind-the-scenes' look at Key Africans Unlocked we introduce you to some of the members of the technical team and talk about plans going forward. Sit back and enjoy! Follow us at KeyAfricans.com Twitter: @KeyAfricans Instagram: @KeyAfricans

She runs an NGO that helps child-headed homes in Zimbabwe and even though that is very serious work, she has a killer sense of humour and a fun spirit that is contagious and interesting to know more about. Website: www.vanavevhu.org Twitter: @liznashe

Kofi Ofori-Boateng is a Ghanaian author, speaker and mentor among many other titles. We were determined to find out what makes him tick and learn a thing or two about how he manages to live such a colourful and textured life. Instagram: @officialkob Facebook: Kofi Ofori-Boateng Live

Zambian entrepreneur, Vatice Mushauko, stopped by to share his story with us. From taking photographs to diversifying his skills and portfolio, we got a glimpse into how he went from behind the lens to the top of his game in business. Twitter: @vatice7 Instagram: @vatices

Sifiso Nkosi is a young South African Marketing Executive, originally from Soweto. He has made his name working with some of the country’s top brands. We chatted about fatherhood, corporate SA and football amongst other things. Don’t miss out! Twitter: @SonOfGreatness Instagram: @sifiso_nkosi

Leslie “Lee” Kasumba is a Ugandan born media personality who has made her mark on the African media scene through TV and radio. She spoke to us about Africa, her new podcast, Africa State of Mind and loads more. Twitter: @LeeKasumba Instagram: @LeeKasumba Africa State of Mind podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/za/podcast/africa-state-of-mind/id1294982748?mt=2

Botswana born Keke Matlou is a businesswoman, traveller and mother. She laughs from her belly while knocking out her personal goals, striving for even greater heights and making her mark in the world. We chopped it up and learned what and who is behind Keke Matlou the brand and Keke Matlou the woman.

Chishala Chitoshi drops some knowledge in this installation of Key Africans Unlocked. From football teams to a career change after 10 years in law, we get a bit of insight into the brilliant man also known as Gesh Groove. Website: http://flavafm.co.zm Twitter:@geshgroove Instagram: @djgeshgroove

We caught up with Helen Herimbi, a music journalist, podcaster and radio presenter who shines the spotlight on South African music. She gave us insight into her love for music and what she’s learnt from her idols. Website: https://helenherimbi.co.za Instagram: @uHelenH

We speak to Offie Nxumalo, an award winning Jo’burg-based Sound Engineer about how a health scare made him decide to change his life and how growing up in a township was never going to limit him from tapping into his gift of sound. SoundCloud : https://soundcloud.com/offie Instagram: @OffieCooper

Andile Masuku is a Zimbabwean broadcaster and entrepreneur based in Johannesburg, South Africa. He wears many hats including being the executive producer of AfricanTechRoundup.com and being a sought-after speaker and voice-over artist.