THE HACKATHON MASTERMINDS: Michael Munavu’s Transition into Tech | Moringa School

Discover David Kimani's captivating journey as an artist navigating the cryptoverse. Overcoming obstacles, he found inspiration from local Bitcoin exchanges, leading to substantial profits. Juggling freelance design and Bitcoin, he pursued a master’s in art design. His struggles with fund transfers birthed Afrex, a pioneering digital asset platform. David's tale embodies creativity and the boundless fusion of art and technology.

Meet Kimutai, a software developer. He discusses his journey from exploring different fields to finding his passion for programming in university. He talks about the challenges and rewards of self-teaching and hackathons, and shares his future goals in tech and entrepreneurship. Kimutai inspires listeners to embrace their unique paths and persevere in the tech industry.

Entrepreneur Arnold Kwizera shares practical insights on business development, marketing strategies, and crafting elevator pitches. He emphasizes fundamental elements crucial for business growth and discusses Norrsken's impact on Africa's startup ecosystem, previewing Norrsken Africa Week. Drawing from his CNBC experience, Arnold stresses persistence and resilience in entrepreneurship, offering valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

Join us for a compelling episode featuring Ariane, a Carnegie Mellon University Africa student, as she shares her journey from self-doubt to triumph in data science. Amidst a pandemic, she overcame skepticism, achieving a remarkable GPA. Explore her insights on authenticity in university applications, data collection experiences, and the evolving field of data science in Africa. Ariane's advice to aspiring individuals adds a motivational touch to this powerful narrative of perseverance.