Can a new generation of defiant leaders save Africa? | Jito Kayumba | TEDxLusaka
Jito challenges young Africans to be defiant, like their forefathers before them. He speaks on the need to prioritize economic liberation with the same sense of urgency and determination as for the struggle for independence, half a century ago.
This talk was recorded at TEDxLusaka 2019: The power of togetherness held on 1st June 2019 at the NIPA Convention Centre.
Jito Kayumba is a partner at Kukula Capital, Zambia’s pioneering Private Equity and Venture Capital firm. He has led investments in numerous Zambian SMEs and actively participates in their strategy and development.
As a seasoned investment professional, Jito is called upon by numerous global fora to provide insight on development financing and investment in Africa. He is also an advocate for innovative early childhood education and serves as Chairman of iSchool Zambia, an early childhood e-learning company.
Jito has also been recognized for his work in energy policy and the promotion of streamlined investment in energy ventures in Zambia, driven by Independent Power Producers. He is a certified Investment Advisor, holds a degree in Political Science, specializing in Public Policy and Corporate Governance from Canada’s Concordia University and is enrolled in the prestigious African Leadership MBA with the ALU School of Business.
Jito Kayumba is a partner at Kukula Capital, Zambia’s pioneering Private Equity and Venture Capital firm. He has led investments in numerous Zambian SMEs and actively participates in their strategy and development.
As a seasoned investment professional, Mr. Kayumba is called upon by numerous global fora to provide insight on development financing and investment in Africa. He is also an advocate for innovative early childhood education and serves as Chairman of iSchool Zambia, an early childhood e-learning company.
Mr. Kayumba has also been recognized for his work in energy policy and the promotion of streamlined investment in energy ventures in Zambia, driven by Independent Power Producers.
He is a certified Investment Advisor, holds a degree in Political Science, specializing in Public Policy and Corporate Governance from Canada’s Concordia University and is enrolled in the prestigious African Leadership MBA with the ALU School of Business. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
