Impact Masters Podcast
The Impact Masters Podcast explores the forces shaping Africa’s technology and innovation ecosystem while connecting them to global tech trends and best practices. Hosted by Michael Kimathi, we feature authentic conversations with founders, developers, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders who are building the future of Africa and influencing the global digital economy.
Each episode dives deep into how technology is transforming the way we live, work, create, and govern: from engineering and digital transformation to software development, developer experience, DevRel, product design, AI, and startup growth. While we are deeply rooted in Africa’s tech journey, we also explore global innovations, global movers and shakers, lessons, and collaborations that inspire local impact and worldwide relevance.
We tell authentic stories, preserve Africa’s tech history, share actionable insights, and challenge the status quo: Body, Mind, and Spirit.
If you’re a tech founder, developer, investor, or innovator looking to understand Africa’s digital future while staying connected to global technology trends, this podcast is your guide.
Impact Masters Podcast
The Blueprint for 100 African Billionaires, Ivy League Admissions, and Value-Based Leadership with Dr. Weche | Impact Masters Podcast
How do you develop 100 home-grown African billionaires? Dr. Julius Weche, Founder and CEO of Akad Education Group Africa, joins Michael Kimathi to share a practical blueprint for mentorship-driven, value-based leadership that scales.
In this episode, we deep-dive into AKAD’s transformative youth programs that have unlocked academic and career pathways to the world’s most prestigious institutions, including Harvard Business School, MIT, and HEC Paris. Dr. Weche discusses his ambitious vision to raise thousands of principled leaders who are equipped to drive Africa’s socio-economic future.
We explore high-impact mentorship initiatives and partnerships:
- Mentoring Future Engineers: With Kenya Power and KenGen.
- Mentoring Future Leaders: Collaborating with Dr. Vimal Shah and BIDCO Africa.
- Media Mentorship: Partnering with Standard Media Group.
- Global Competitions: Insights from judging the Hult Prize ($1M), Zuri Awards, and YouWin Awards.
Beyond the boardroom, we discuss the essential "hard skills" of governance, negotiation, and mediation, and how Dr. Weche’s ordination to the Education Ministry by the Anglican Church of Kenya informs his "faith and service" approach to CSR and community impact.
🕒 Key Moments & Timestamps
(00:00) Introduction: The AKAD Mission
(08:30) Mentoring Future Engineers: Kenya Power & KENGEN
(18:45) The Path to the Ivy League: Harvard, MIT, & HEC Paris
(29:15) Vision 2030: Developing 100 African Billionaires
(38:00) Negotiation, Mediation, and Value-Based Governance
(48:20) Faith in Leadership: The Anglican Church & Education Ministry (55:10) How to Join the AKAD Mentorship Movement
🎙️ Featured Leaders
- Dr. Julius Weche (Gue
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