Episodes

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 practitioner working at the intersection of technology, women’s empowerment, and community resilience in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Wani shares her deeply honest journey from building Kivu Spices, an agritech venture that digitized local value chains before being forced to close due to the war in Eastern DRC, to leading digital transformation initiatives at Kivu Impact Center. She reflects on the realities of entrepreneurship beyond the highlight reels, and what it truly takes to build, lose, adapt, and begin again. This conversation explores Africa as a rising continent, the power of digital skills and AI literacy, feminist leadership, and the resilience required to pursue entreprene…

Comfort Mbofana shares his journey in media, shaped by the influence of his father and grandfather, both trailblazing media personalities. From championing integrity to driving innovation, he reflects on his legacy of transforming Zimbabwean media into a serious and sustainable profession.

This episode follows the inspiring career story of a senior ICT leader who discovered his passion early and built a successful humanitarian career through leadership, networking, and innovation. Hear how his first laptop ignited a lifelong love for ICT and his thoughts on AI's transformative power in the workplace.

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with a seasoned Relief and Development professional who dedicated over 40 years to leading emergency responses across the globe. Now retired, he reflects on a lifetime of service in the humanitarian field, sharing the triumphs, challenges, and profound lessons he learned along the way. From navigating complex crises to building resilient teams, his wealth of experience is a treasure trove of insights for both seasoned professionals and those just starting t...

"Episode 10 Celebration! 🎉 We’ve hit a milestone—10 episodes of the HUMHR Career Insights Podcast! To celebrate, we’re bringing you a bonus episode packed with highlights from our last two inspiring guest interviews. From navigating bold career pivots (lab coats to marketing!) to championing change as a disability activist, these stories have left us with powerful lessons. Tune in as your host shares her top 5 takeaways, offering fresh insights and actionable tips for your own career journey. Do...

In this inspiring episode, we sit down with a dynamic development practitioner whose career journey took her from teaching in the classroom to making a profound impact in community development. Now the Programs Director for Wizear Trust, she is a multi-award-winning disability activist, inspirational speaker, and trainer dedicated to uplifting marginalized communities. She shares the personal and professional milestones that led her to this role, how her passion for advocacy grew, and the reward...

In Episode 2 of The Power of Storytelling: Stories That Shape Us , we dive into an inspiring journey of career flexibility and growth. Our guest shares her remarkable transition from data analysis and lab work to a thriving role in Business Development and Marketing. Originally aspiring to be a doctor, she reveals the twists and turns of her career path, the lessons she’s learned, and the choices that shaped her success in an entirely different field. Tune in to hear how she embraced change and ...

The Power of Storytelling: Stories That Shape Us. In this episode we meet some incredible people with inspirational stories!