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MeliaCRED: Conversations with Elvis

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MeliaCRED: Conversations with Elvis

Computer Scientist by Trade, Teacher at Heart | Scaling Kenya‘s Technology Talent | Jente Rosseel

July 23, 2025 • Elvis Melia • Episode 19

Elvis speaks with Jente Rosseel, founder and CEO of Elewa, a Nairobi-based technology and education company working primarily with startups and SMEs across Europe, the UK, and South Africa. Jente shares his journey from Belgium to Kenya, detailing how Elewa bridges the gap between ambitious startups and cutting-edge technological solutions through innovative apprenticeship programs, managed talent accelerators, and professional development.

They explore how Elewa evolved from an EdTech startup into a dynamic group that provides comprehensive technology services, including product design, software development, and ERP systems integration.

About Jente Rosseel:
Jente Rosseel is the founder and CEO of Elewa, a versatile engineer by trade and an educator at heart. With a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Jente is passionate about leveraging technology and innovative educational models to unlock human potential. Elewa provides robust technological solutions for startups and SMEs while creating meaningful job opportunities through apprenticeship programs and senior talent accelerators. Under his leadership, Elewa has earned recognition including the UNESCO ICT in Education Prize and selection for Google’s Launchpad Africa Accelerator.

Connect with Jente:
LinkedIn: / jrosseel
Elewa: elewa.co.ke

Connect with Elvis:
Website: https://meliacred.com
LinkedIn: / elvismelia

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Instagram: / meliacred
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TikTok: / meliacred1

About this Podcast:
MeliaCRED: Conversations with Elvis explores how AI, automation, and innovative technology are reshaping work, education, and economic development, particularly in Africa. This interview is part of fieldwork for research on "The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Global Business Services in Ghana and Rwanda" for Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) Invest for Jobs Special initiative "Decent Work for a Just Transition."

Video Production: MinabTech for MeliaCRED.

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