Stradford Venture Partners

Stradford Venture Partners is thrilled to continue our Office Hours in 2024! If you're an entrepreneur in Africa or dedicated to the Continent's economic development, sign up for free business and legal consulting starting January 6th. We're not just investors; we're committed partners ready to support your journey. Secure your slot now: https://lnkd.in/er-Cr4XS. Let's transform lives together! 🚀 #StradfordOfficeHours #AfricaStartupRevolution

African innovators, apply for SCHOLARSHIOPS to earn a degree! Ideation Hub Africa is proud to announce its partnership with UNICAF, Africa's leading provider of online higher education, to offer incredible scholarships for changemakers and social innovators. https://lnkd.in/geXiZbfm

Meet Sunga Mkwezalamba, Principal at Stradford Venture Partners! We spoke to him at the Africa Business Conference hosted by Africa Business Club (ABC) at Johns Hopkins Carey Business School where he was a speaker on the “A.I. in the Future of Africa” panel. In this interview we hear his thoughts on the African Renaissance, his views on AI transforming the African digital landscape, and his favorite things about his culture (the Malawian culture). Read more on: thevoiceofafrica.com #TheVoiceofAfrica #JohnsHopkins #AfricaBusinessConference

Join us and senior members of the Malawi government for a discussion on unlocking investment opportunities in Malawi.  This virtual event is hosted by the The Voice of Africa.  Register here: https://lnkd.in/gtJs3axK Speakers include: - Ambassador of Malawi to the U.S., Justice Esme Jynet Chombo - Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nancy Tembo - Minister of Tourism, Vera Kamtukule - Ellington Arnold, U.S. Chamber of Commerce US-Africa Business Center (USAfBC), Manager - Dr. Napoleon Dzombe, CEO, Mtalimanja Holdings - Jacqueline Novogratz, CEO, Acumen - Paul Kwengwere, CEO, Malawi Investment and Trade Centre - Sunga Mkwezalamba, Stradford Venture Partners

Highlights from the African Business Conference, where we covered AI and FinTech investment opportunities in Africa, and judged a pitch contest for a cash prize. Thank you Africa Business Club (ABC) at The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School, amazing production and turnout. Looking forward to continuing the discussions.

Last Saturday, I had the honor of moderating a panel discussion titled 'AI in the Future of Africa' at the Africa Business Conference in Washington D.C. A huge thank you to our panelists: Sherif Nessim- Founder & Managing Partner at Jedar Capital Chidube Ezeozue Sunga Mkwezalamba- Principal at Stradford Venture Partners The conversation was not only enlightening but also a clarion call to action. Key takeaways include: Tailored solutions: AI solutions must be developed with African contexts in mind. Robust data infrastructure: Signifiant investments are required in data infrastructures to ensure proper representation in the datasets upon which the tools are developed STEM education: We must nurture the next generation of African AI innovators. AI is a powerful tool, and while not a panacea, it holds great promise for the African continent. The journey ahead has its challenges, but let's continue this vital work of collaboration and innovation to build an AI-powered future for Africa. #AI #Innovation #Technology #Africa #EconomicDevelopment #ArtificialIntelligence

We're looking forward to seeing you tomorrow at the Africa Business Conference, taking place at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg Center, Washington, DC.

I am super excited to be participating in a panel at Africa Business Conference by Africa Business Club (ABC) at The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School in Washington DC on April 13th 🗓️ 🎙️Panel is moderated by Daniel I. and I will be joined by my fellow panelists: Sunga Mkwezalamba, Chloe Autio and Chidube Ezeozue We will discuss how AI is revolutionizing Africa in: 🚜 Agriculture: Smarter farming, precision yields, maximizing resources 🏭 Manufacturing: Efficiency gains, quality control, boosting production 🏦 Finance: Fraud prevention, personalized services, unlocking new markets 🏥 Healthcare: Faster diagnosis, accessible care, revolutionizing medicine This is your chance to connect, network, and learn from the minds shaping the future of Africa. 👉🏽 Register today free: https://lnkd.in/eUwW5_rw #Africa #JohnHopkins #DC #WashingtonDC #AfricaRenaissance

I am super excited to be participating in a panel at Africa Business Conference by Africa Business Club (ABC) at The Johns Hopkins University - Carey Business School in Washington DC on April 13th 🗓️ 🎙️Panel is moderated by Daniel I. and I will be joined by my fellow panelists: Sunga Mkwezalamba, Chloe Autio and Chidube Ezeozue We will discuss how AI is revolutionizing Africa in: 🚜 Agriculture: Smarter farming, precision yields, maximizing resources 🏭 Manufacturing: Efficiency gains, quality control, boosting production 🏦 Finance: Fraud prevention, personalized services, unlocking new markets 🏥 Healthcare: Faster diagnosis, accessible care, revolutionizing medicine This is your chance to connect, network, and learn from the minds shaping the future of Africa. 👉🏽 Register today free: https://lnkd.in/eUwW5_rw #Africa #JohnHopkins #DC #WashingtonDC #AfricaRenaissance

Join us at the Africa Business Conference 2024, where we'll be speaking on empowering excellence and igniting growth across the African continent. Register now for insightful discussions on international trade, AI innovation, healthcare, and more. Tickets are free at the RSVP link below: https://lnkd.in/eV2Nsjb9