Episodes

After 25 years leading major humanitarian and development organisations, Rudo Kayombo finally signed her own name and launched Fahari Kubwinya Splendour. In Part 1 of this two-part interview, Rudo shares the formation of her leadership, the faith that guided her decisions, and the practical lessons…

The gender pay gap moved only 9 cents in 26 years. Women hold 22% of AI jobs. Is climbing the corporate ladder still worth it? Batje examines Emma Grede’s remote work stance and why entrepreneurship might be women’s best career move.

In this episode of HUMHR Career Insights, we explore entrepreneurship as a career choice not as a side hustle, but as a long-term path shaped by purpose, people, and real-world problem-solving. My guest, Daniel Maveneka, is a serial entrepreneur and educator based in Canada who builds businesses ac…

What if the biggest risks in your career are the ones you never thought to plan for? In this episode of Batje’s Take , I reflect on my conversation with Una Nyikadzino (Founder of StandOwt and former Executive Director at Sch...

She was the first female Executive Director at Schweppes Holdings Africa. She named a brand, grew it, and bought it back when she left. Now she’s building on her own terms. Unaiswi (Una) Nyikadzino has spent more than 20 years in FMCG, agribusiness, and exports — working with The Coca-Cola Company …

Batje’s Take #8: Empowerment, Ecosystems and the Reality Behind the Conversation In this episode of Batje’s Take, I reflect on my conversation with Precious Nyarambi and what women’s empowerment really looks like in practice. We often talk about access and opportunity — but this reflection goes dee…

Across Africa, women are among the most entrepreneurial people in the world. Yet despite their innovation and determination, many women entrepreneurs continue to face significant barriers — from limited access to capital and ...

n this short reflection, Batje Chibafa shares her thoughts following her conversation with award-winning Zimbabwean actress and playwright Chiedza Rwodzi. As African creatives increasingly reach global audiences, Batje reflects on why identity and authenticity matter when building an international …

What does it look like to choose art when you have other options? In this powerful Season 4 episode of HUMHR Career Insights, Batje Chibafa sits down with multi-award-winning Zimbabwean actress, playwright, and producer Chied...

What connects a humanitarian leader, a cybersecurity ethicist, and a creative entrepreneur? Calling. In this special reflection episode of HUMHR Career Insights, Batje unpacks three recent conversations with Rachel Mikanagu, Omar Chaudhry, and Hope Masike and revealing the powerful thread running t…

Most of us are unknowingly fueling a cycle that’s eroding our mental health, security, and humanity itself. Omar Chaudry, Cybersecurity Specialist and Technology Ethicist, reveals why today’s digital landscape might be doing ...

In this episode of HUMHR Career Insights, we explore creative entrepreneurship and what it means to choose music as a career. The conversation examines culture as livelihood, the realities of monetizing talent, and why culture is not just heritage, but currency, particularly in the African context.…

In this episode of Batje’s Take, I reflect on my powerful conversation with Wani Joana Kahasha , a story rooted in resilience, exposure, and growth in fragile contexts. Wani’s journey reminds us that a dream can turn into a p...

In the middle of Season 4 of HUMHR Career Insights ”Entrepreneurship as a Career Choice ” we pause for a special bonus episode that takes us back to a foundational theme of the podcast: The Power of Storytelling. This Season 2 throwback is a reconnection with an old friend whose career journey bega…

Choosing entrepreneurship as a career is rarely straightforward — and in fragile, conflict-affected contexts, it can be especially complex. In this episode of HUMHR Career Insights, Batje Chibafa sits down with Wani Joana Kahasha, an industrial engineer, social impact entrepreneur, and development …

In Batje’s Take #5, Batje reflects on resilience, rest, and purpose-driven work following her recent conversation with JD Wetherspoon. This episode invites listeners into a slower, more intentional conversation about what it truly means to reset mentally, emotionally, and professionally. Batje expl…

In this episode, Batje sits down with J.D. Weatherspoon., a globally minded civic architect whose work spans continents, communities, and causes. From youth mentoring and HIV research with Harvard’s Forgotten Epidemic project...

In this episode of Batje’s Take , I reflect on my recent conversation with Dennis Mambure and the unexpected journey behind how the episode was released. What was scheduled didn’t get published and a backup episode stepped in...

In this episode of HUMHR Career Insights, I sit down with Dennis Mambure, a purpose-driven brand builder and the creative mind behind multiple African entrepreneurial brands. Together, we unpack what it truly takes to build a...

In this week’s Batje’s Take, I reflect on my conversation with Chinwe Onyeagoro, CEO and co-founder of PocketSuite an all-in-one platform helping service-based entrepreneurs run and scale their businesses. Chinwe’s story is ...

In this episode of HUMHR Career Insights , Batje sits down with Chinwe Onyeagoro, Co-founder and CEO of PocketSuite, an all-in-one business operating system empowering service professionals and small business owners to manage...

In this week’s “Batje’s Take,” I reflect on my conversation with Professor Lonnie Strickland whom I first met over 20 years ago. I share three powerful insights from our discussion: the importance of evolving your strategy, t...

What do Zimbabwe’s weather, a mosquito, and avocados have in common? Strategy. Professor Lonnie Strickland, co-author of Crafting & Executing Strategy, joins Batje Chibafa to unpack what entrepreneurs can learn from nature, Africa, and life itself. Thoughtful, funny, and full of timeless lessons on…

In this inaugural episode of "Batje's Take," host Batje Chibafa unpacks her three biggest takeaways from a fascinating conversation with The Startup Coach. If you've ever wondered if you're "cut out" to be an entrepreneur, th...