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A podcast for Africa's opportunity seekers, problem solvers, future shapers, world builders and entrepreneurs hosted by Mashudu Modau. The MASHSTARTSUP Podcast is a platform to encourage, empower and educate young people in Africa on entrepreneurship & business.

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    • Jun 3, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 41m AVG DURATION
    • 227 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Mashstartup Podcast

    Filtering the Future: Lessons in Impact and Innovation with Murendeni Mafumo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 44:23


    What does it really take to build a solution that changes lives?Murendeni Mafumo, founder of Kusini Water, a groundbreaking South African social enterprise using macadamia nut shells and nanotech to purify water for communities across the country. From developing his first prototype to scaling an innovation that now produces millions of litres of clean water every month, Murendeni shares the real story behind building a purpose-driven business.We talk about:The messy middle of prototyping and product developmentThe role of grants and pitch funding in getting ideas off the groundWhat it means to be a social entrepreneur in South AfricaAnd why taking care of the whole person—mental health, personal purpose, and inner resilience—is vital for any entrepreneur building something that mattersThis isn't just a story about water. It's about vision, grit, and building from the ground up to solve some of the continent's most pressing challenges.Listen now and learn from one of South Africa's most innovative builders.

    Driving South Africa's EV Future with Fezile Dhlamini (Green Scooter)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 81:13


    Fezile Dhlamini is the founder and CEO of Green Scooter, the company behind Africa's first electric motor-tricycle — the Zbee.In this episode, Fezile shares how he built a locally assembled electric vehicle business from the ground up, with no external funding, and why he believes the future of mobility lies in practical, affordable, and sustainable solutions.We explore his early challenges breaking into the transport sector, how a lack of access to funding led him to bootstrap through other ventures, and the growing demand for last-mile delivery and commuter EVs in South Africa.Fezile also unpacks the importance of quality and local manufacturing, the lessons learned from working with global technical partners, and what it takes to create an electric mobility ecosystem designed for African cities.

    Reimagining Maternal Healthcare with Tsitsi Marote (Guardian Health)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 31:48


    Tsitsi Primrose Marote, co-founder of Guardian Health — a platform reimagining maternal healthcare in South Africa through AI, data, and community-driven innovation.From academic research to award-winning innovation, Tsitsi's journey is rooted in a deep desire to solve real challenges faced by women in public healthcare systems. In this episode, she shares how Guardian Health is transforming how clinics, hospitals, and community health workers collaborate to deliver better care—especially for pregnant women at risk.We unpack her path from software engineer to healthtech founder, the power of building with purpose in resource-constrained environments, and the practical process of turning complex problems into scalable solutions.Tsitsi also shares candid insights on the realities of being a young innovator in the health space, what it takes to drive adoption in the public sector, and how data can shift outcomes for millions—if built right.

    Changing Education for South Africa's Future with Kagisho Masae (Matric Live)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 57:23


    Matric Live is a mobile-first learning platform that has supported over 600,000 high school learners — the majority from under-resourced communities — with free, accessible, and engaging tools to prepare for matric. Built by co-founders Kagisho Masae and Lesego Finger, the platform is reshaping how South African students experience education, and was recently crowned FNB App of the Year 2024 for its innovative and inclusive approach.In this episode, Kagisho shares the journey from his beginnings in finance to co-creating a solution that would democratize education in a country where inequality still defines access. He reflects on how Matric Live started as a passion project to keep Lesego learning and out of trouble, and how their collaboration evolved into a nationally recognized platform.We explore the thinking behind features like interactive video lessons, gamified learning journeys, mock exam simulations, and AI-powered tutoring, as well as the company's bold move to expand into tools for teachers. Kagisho unpacks what it means to prioritize impact over profit, the responsibility of building for underserved schools, and the belief that tech built by township kids can change lives.This is a story about innovation with purpose — a reminder that solving real problems at scale starts with empathy, community, and relentless execution.

    From Start to Scale: The Wumdrop Journey with Simon Hartley

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 75:54


    Simon Hartley — the entrepreneur behind Wumdrop, a last-mile delivery startup that grew from humble beginnings into a game-changing logistics platform, eventually acquired by Makro. Wumdrop started with a simple idea: deliver nappies on subscription. But when Simon and co-founder Roy Borole handed scheduling power to customers, they uncovered a much bigger opportunity — on-demand, tech-enabled logistics that put convenience and control first.Simon shares how early mistakes, like outsourcing deliveries, nearly cost them customers — and how rebuilding around owned operations and customer experience became their edge. That shift led to partnerships with major brands like Builders Warehouse, Standard Bank, and Zando.The breakthrough moment? Winning the Business App of the Year in 2015. The recognition gave Wumdrop credibility, opened doors with enterprise clients, and proved the platform's potential at scale.In 2017, Makro acquired a majority stake, using Wumdrop's tech to power three-hour delivery — a defining milestone for both Simon and South Africa's tech startup ecosystem.We unpack the lessons behind building something scalable and acquirable: product-market fit, defensibility, and staying customer-obsessed.If you're building with the long game in mind — or aiming to scale toward acquisition — this one's for you.

    Reimagining Stokvels and Unlocking R50 Billion in Community Wealth with Tshepo Moloi (StokFella)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 56:27


    Tshepo Moloi — founder and CEO of StokFella, a fintech platform reimagining South Africa's stokvel culture through innovation, technology, and community-driven design.Inspired by his own experience in a traditional stokvel, Tshepo saw the inefficiencies firsthand — from manual records to limited investment potential — and set out to build something better. StokFella is now a fast-growing platform helping stokvels manage money transparently, automate savings, and invest collectively, unlocking new pathways to ownership and generational wealth.With over R50 billion circulating annually through stokvels, Tshepo's mission is simple: modernize how communities save and build wealth, without losing the trust, culture, and collaboration that make stokvels powerful in the first place.We unpack his journey from mining engineer to fintech founder, the challenges of digitizing trust, and how he's positioning StokFella to transform South Africa's informal financial system from the ground up.

    Building Healthcare for Africa's Future with Zanele Matome

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 57:02


    Zanele Abraham Matome, the visionary founder of Welo Health — a platform revolutionizing healthcare access across South Africa and the SADC region.From growing up in communities with limited healthcare, to building a nationwide gig-economy model connecting nurses, doctors, and patients, Zanele shares her remarkable journey of purpose, innovation, and resilience.We dive into her early lessons as a mining contractor, her bold pivot into healthtech, and the mindset shifts that helped her transform personal experiences into a scalable solution recognized by global institutions like the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.Zanele also unpacks the key differences between building a startup in South Africa versus Silicon Valley, the real challenges founders face on the continent, and what it takes to create impactful ventures that blend human touch and technology.

    Unlocking South Africa's Township Economy with Bulelani Balabala (TEA)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 46:53


    Bulelani Balabala is the founder of the Township Entrepreneurs Alliance (TEA), a platform that has supported over 50,000 township entrepreneurs with access to skills, mentorship, and markets.From humble beginnings selling sweets and fat cakes to building one of the country's most impactful entrepreneurship platforms, Bulelani has made it his mission to empower the 1.8 million informal businesses that drive the township economy. Through TEA, he's provided access to information, mentorship, funding, and markets to over 50,000 entrepreneurs across the country.We explore the untapped potential of the township economy, the structural challenges holding it back, and what it will take to unlock growth, scale impact, and build a more inclusive economic future. Bulelani also shares what's next — from launching The Township Entrepreneurs Guide to hosting the Township Economy Summit and Awards.This episode is a deep dive into real grassroots innovation, resilience, and what it truly means to build for community.

    How Startup Club ZA is Building South Africa's Largest Startup Community with Mathew Marsden (SCZA)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 76:59


    Startup Club ZA is changing the game for South African founders—fostering connections, unlocking opportunities, and accelerating growth in the local startup ecosystem. In this episode, we sit down with founder Mathew Marsden to talk about the journey of building SCZA, the lessons learned along the way, and the community's impact on scaling startups.We also dive into their latest milestone—launching South Africa's first $1 million startup pitch event, The Big Pitch 2025. This is more than just a competition; it's a defining moment for the country's next generation of tech founders.

    From Mastering Sales to Empowering Entrepreneurs | A Conversation with Michelle Lima

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 18, 2025 53:08


    Resonate Hub is changing the game for entrepreneurs, equipping them with the sales skills and business strategies needed to thrive. In this episode, we sit down with founder & CEO Michelle Lima to talk about her journey—from learning sales in her parents' business to building a global platform that helps entrepreneurs scale.We dive into the mindset shifts needed for growth, the biggest mistakes people make when selling, and how Resonate Hub is opening doors for small businesses to think and build globally.

    From Opening Access to Growing an Economy | A Conversation with Karidas Tshintsholo

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 49:12


    Khula! is transforming the agricultural landscape in South Africa, making it easier for farmers to access markets and grow their businesses. In this episode, we sit down with founder & CEO Karidas Tshintsholo to talk about the journey of building Khula!, the challenges of scaling an agri-tech startup, and their latest milestone—raising R126 million in Series A funding.This is more than just a funding announcement—it's a story of impact, resilience, and the future of Africa's agricultural economy.

    The Holy Trinity of Marketing - with Mike Sharman (Retroviral)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 29:43


    This is a conversation with Retroviral founder Mike Sharman. Retroviral has made more brands "go viral" globally than any other agency in Africa. Focusing on strategy, content creation, dissemination and reporting . Learn more here https://retroviral.co.za/ To learn more about our new partnership with Sage and how #SageForSmallBiz can impact your business here: https://www.sage.com/en-za/size/small-business/ Signup for a free trial using the offer code SageMash The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Democratising Creator Monetization - with Scott Thwaites (EDC squared)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 36:18


    This is a conversation with EDC squared co-founder Scott Thwaites. EDC squared's purpose is to drive positive social impact by providing the opportunity for anyone with a mobile device to monetize their content. The company enables a more socially and morally responsible way of advertising by driving more ethical investments for advertisers. Learn more here: https://www.edcsquared.io/ To learn more about our new partnership with Sage and how #SageForSmallBiz can impact your business here: https://www.sage.com/en-za/size/small-business/ Signup for a free trial using the offer code SageMash The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    For The Love of Technology - with Daliso Ngoma (African Technopreneurs)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 40:16


    This is a conversation with African Technopreneurs co-founder Daliso Ngoma. African Technopreneurs is EARN's innovative South African company specializing in the distribution of Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality hardware and software. Their mission is to connect you with Virtual reality (VR), Augmented reality (AR), and Mixed Reality (MR) solutions in Southern Africa & the African continent delivering these VR, AR , and MR tech solutions and training to companies, educational establishments and individuals. Visit 180by2.co.za to get the latest in 360 and virtual reality technology devices for what you are creating or building. The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Entrepreneurship IS Ministry - with Luyanda Jafta (The People's Fund)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 71:46


    This is a conversation with The People's Fund co-founder Luyanda Jafta. The People's Fund is a purchase order crowdfunding platform for businesses that have orders with government and corporate and are looking for capital to deliver these orders. Our platform allows everyday people to participate in the growth of these talented entrepreneurs; whilst also making it easier for entrepreneurs to get access to funding. Learn more here https://thepeople.co.za/ To learn more about our new partnership with Sage and how #SageForSmallBiz can impact your business here: https://www.sage.com/en-za/size/small-business/ Signup for a free trial using the offer code SageMash The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Making Moments: A Seat At The Table

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2023 80:08


    Making Moments: A Seat At The Table hosted by Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons. Visionaries Desire Markgraaff, Nunu Ntshingila, and Zoe Modiga will share their unique, diverse, and connected stories of path-making and placemaking with you. Desireé Markgraaff is a world builder who has been at the forefront of producing some of South Africa's most successful television content. From Yizo Yizo to Zone 14, Jacobs Cross to Isibaya, and Ayeye to Shaka Ilembe, her role as a shareholder and managing director at The Bomb Shelter Productions has seen the creation of world-renowned and multi-award- winning content. Nunu Ntshingila is an icon in the world of marketing and advertising. Passionate about development, for over 35 years, she has combined business leadership with development issues, responding to the needs of our region. As a vibrant leader who aims to make a lasting impact, her career has spanned roles that include Meta's Regional Director for Africa, CEO of the Ogilvy Group, and senior marketing positions at Nike Africa and the South African Tourism Board. Zoë Modiga is an incandescent talent whose work represents the present and future of South African music. Her singular sound and awe-inspiring voice draw from the human experience, identity and storytelling to create a distinct sound that communicates a modern, evolving African story without losing its essence. Here's to the time you broke boundaries & knocked down obstacles; here's to the times you failed but continued without losing any enthusiasm. Let's raise a glass to your successes, small & large, with South Africa's premier winemaker, Rupert & Rothschild. Visit

    Every Day Is Day One - Alexandria Procter (DigsConnect)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2023 40:46


    This is a conversation with DigsConnect founder Alexandria Procter.DigsConnect is the largest platform connecting young people with the homes of their dreams on the African continent. They've connected more than 50 000 people on their platform over the past 36 months and counting! Learn more here: https://www.digsconnect.com/ To learn more about our new partnership with Sage and how #SageForSmallBiz can impact your business here: https://www.sage.com/en-za/size/small-business/ Signup for a free trial using the offer code SageMash The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Driving Impact In Healthcare - with Alex Schmid (Contro)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 37:06


    This is a conversation with Contro founder Alex Schmid. Contro is an online prescription and delivery service for sexual health and confidence products in South Africa - currently offering birth control and erectile dysfunction treatment. Learn more https://www.contro.co.za/ To learn more about our new partnership with Sage and how #SageForSmallBiz can impact your business here: https://www.sage.com/en-za/size/small-business/ Signup for a free trial using the offer code SageMash The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Build For A Higher Purpose - with Calvin Collett (Melon Mobile)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 27:25


    This is a conversation with Melon Mobile Founder Calvin Collett. Melon Mobile aims to disrupt South Africa's mobile industry by offering a fully customisable mobile subscription service. Learn more https://melonmobile.co.za/ To learn more about our new partnership with Sage and how #SageForSmallBiz can impact your business here: https://www.sage.com/en-za/size/small-business/ Signup for a free trial using the offer code SageMash The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    The Power Is In The Pivot - with Matt Kloos (CompariSure)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 36:59


    This is a conversation with CompariSure CFO Matt Kloos. CompariSure's Digital Marketplace provides individuals with quick, reliable insurance comparisons from South Africa's most trusted and established life insurers. Learn more https://www.comparisure.co.za/ To learn more about our new partnership with Sage and how #SageForSmallBiz can impact your business here: https://www.sage.com/en-za/size/small-business/ Signup for a free trial using the offer code SageMash The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Keep Purpose At The Center - with Vuyo Pakade (Foonda)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 42:40


    This is a conversation with Foonda founder Vuyo Pakade. Foonda is unlocking Africa's next generation of talent by connecting great companies with great young candidates superfast & without breaking the bank. Learn more: https://www.foonda.co/about To learn more about our new partnership with Sage and how #SageForSmallBiz can impact your business here: https://www.sage.com/en-za/size/small-business/ Signup for a free trial using the offer code SageMash The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Let's Talk About Tax Baby - with André Bothma (Tax Maverick)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 30:45


    This is a conversation with Tax Maverick founder André Bothma. Tax Maverick is a Tax services company that specialises in crypto and digital assets (amongst other things). Learn more https://taxmaverick.co.za/ To learn more about our new partnership with Sage and how #SageForSmallBiz can impact your business here: https://www.sage.com/en-za/size/small-business/ Signup for a free trial using the offer code SageMash The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    The Beauty Of The Industry - with Mathebe Molise (BeautyontApp)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 40:08


    This is a conversation with Beauty on tApp founder Mathebe Molise. Beauty on TApp is a 100% woman owned beauty online store that specializes in retailing the best in skincare, haircare and selfcare products. Learn more https://shopbeautyontapp.co.za/ The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Information Is Power - with Dan Wells (EskomSePush)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2023 31:21


    This is a conversation with EskomSePush (ESP) co-founder Dan Wells. EskomSePush (ESP) is a smartphone app used by South Africans to receive push notifications when load shedding is implemented, and when they will be without power. Learn more https://esp.info/ The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Entrepreneurship Drives Impact - with Nwabisa Mayema (Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship South Africa)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 47:07


    This is a conversation with Nwabisa Mayema, Strategic Partnerships Director at Branson Centre of Entrepreneurship South Africa. The Branson Centre is a venture studio that is changing business for good. They do this through venture building and venture investing. Learn more https://www.bransoncentre.co.za/ The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    The Legend of Zulzi Part Two - with Donald Valoyi (Zulzi)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 54:37


    This is part two of a conversation with Zulzi CEO and co-founder Donald Vutlharhi Valoyi. Zulzi is a grocery delivery marketplace that gives members direct access to thousands of grocery items through a mobile app. Learn more; www.zulzi.com/ The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    The Legend of Zulzi Part One - with Donald Valoyi (Zulzi)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 38:10


    This is part one of a conversation with Zulzi CEO and co-founder Donald Vutlharhi Valoyi. Zulzi is a grocery delivery marketplace that gives members direct access to thousands of grocery items through a mobile app. Learn more; www.zulzi.com/ The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Making Moments: Fireside Conversations Panel

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2023 45:23


    This is a conversation with Ofentse Pitse Founder of Anchored Sound, David Higgs Founding partner of The Marble Group and Chris Weylandt CEO of Weylandts. Making Moments by Rupert & Rothschild is a series that connects three business titans with the entrepreneur community for an intimate, inspired gathering - sharing their stories of passion, perseverance, courage and commitment with you. This conversation is intended to inspire the next generation of business people and entrepreneurs, like you. We hope this moment of pause gives you an opportunity to learn, to connect and foster new partnerships with us, and each other. Visit

    It's All About Transparency - with Alex Thomson (Naked)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 41:44


    This is a conversation with Naked Co-founder Alex Thomson. Traditional insurance operates on the basis where fewer claims means more profits. Naked have removed their hand from the claims pot completely. Instead they take a flat fee off the monthly premiums clients pay to cover running costs and profits, and the rest of the money goes into a pot to pay out their clients' claims. Learn more; https://www.naked.insure/ The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    The Multi-disciplinary Creative - LWAZI MADONSELA (348SELECT & CNR JUTA & DE BEE

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 46:26


    This is a conversation with 348SELECT founder and CNR JUTA & DE BEE host LWAZI MADONSELA. 348SELECT is an online magazine covering the latest in South African fashion, sneakers, music, art and lifestyle. Learn more; https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCakvdjwJsIUzq0K8z0sM5Q The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Build It Slow - with Mawethu Soga (Fixxr)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 48:41


    This is a conversation with Fixxr co-founder Mawethu Soga. Fixxr makes it simple and convenient to request a quote online, book a repair with a mobile mechanic, and keep track of your car's service history. Learn more; www.fixxr.co.za The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    The Power of Community - with Ntsako Mgiba (JONGA & DIT)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 55:45


    This is a conversation with Jonga co-founder Ntsako Mgiba. Jonga's mission is to make home security affordable and accessible to the millions of people who live in townships. Learn more: http://www.jonga.co/ The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    This Is Not An Insurance Ad - with Ndabenhle Ngulube & Sizwe Ndlovu (Pineapple)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 55:20


    This is a conversation with Pineapple co-founder Ndabenhle Ngulube and CTO Sizwe Ndlovu. Pineapple allows you to insure your stuff and your car in the snap of a picture. Learn more here https://www.pineapple.co.za/ The Mashstartup podcast explores practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Post "New Normal" - Dr. Nosipho Mhlanga

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 42:21


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za

    Post "New Normal" - Dr. Nosipho Mhlanga

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2022 42:21


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Creating Room To Fail - with Mashudu Modau

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 7:05


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za

    Creating Room To Fail - with Mashudu Modau (FoundersSauce)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2022 7:05


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Community Centered Commerce - with Candice Modiselle and Nkanyiso Dlamini

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 20:51


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za

    Community Centered Commerce - with Candice Modiselle & Nkanyiso Dlamini (Selle)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2022 20:51


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Mission Drives Impact - with Candice Chirwa

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 49:51


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za

    Mission Drives Impact - with Candice Chirwa (Qrate_SA)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 49:51


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    What Investors Get Wrong - with Vuyani Tati

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 50:08


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za

    What Investors Get Wrong - with Vuyani Tati (Startupbootcamp Afritech)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2022 50:08


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    Growing Conciously. Together - with SweepSouth Founders Aisha R. Pandor and Alen Ribić

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 53:24


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za

    Growing Conciously. Together - with Aisha R. Pandor and Alen Ribić (SweepSouth)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2022 53:24


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za Visit

    VC, NFT, WEB3 and Other Buzzwords - with Ububele Kopo and Daliso Ngoma

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 106:15


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za YOUTUBE

    VC, NFT, WEB3 and Other Buzzwords - with Ububele Kopo and Daliso Ngoma (Compass)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2022 106:15


    A podcast exploring practical learnings and candid ​journeys of Africa's emerging entrepreneurs and creators. The Mashstartup Podcast profiles the most talented creators, impactful entrepreneurs & high performing professionals with the purpose to drive insights and tactics to help you build what you believe in. Youth entrepreneurship evangelist Mashudu Modau is an influential voice in the small business community. As founder of Lutcha and Founders Sauce – he connects people and builds platforms to help African entrepreneurs grow. Learn more www.mashstartsup.co.za YOUTUBE · Visit

    The Business of Football - with Two Up Front

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 44:36


    Whether a sporting fanatic or not, the Two Up Front podcast - coming to you all the way from South Africa - Chuck and Jay come together to unpack all the sporting action from the previous week as well as to shed light on all the headlines from both on and off the field of play. Find Two Up Front on www.lutcha.com

    The Business of Football - with Chuck and Jay Mngomezulu (Two Up Front)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2022 44:36


    Whether a sporting fanatic or not, the Two Up Front podcast - coming to you all the way from South Africa - Chuck and Jay come together to unpack all the sporting action from the previous week as well as to shed light on all the headlines from both on and off the field of play. Find Two Up Front on www.lutcha.com Visit

    The Engineering of Self - with Thabang Tseboho

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2022 38:47


    Thabang Tseboho is a storyteller, maker and "Full-stack Human" who created a blog to share personal stories, career & productivity advice, and tips on how to lead a self-directed life. Learn more here https://thabang.blog/

    The Engineering of Self - with Thabang Tseboho (Bash)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2022 38:47


    Thabang Tseboho is a storyteller, maker and "Full-stack Human" who created a blog to share personal stories, career & productivity advice, and tips on how to lead a self-directed life. Learn more here https://thabang.blog/ Visit

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