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23/04/2026

Now Live on Beyond the Pivot Podcast

This week, we sit down with Kim Otteby, Founder of Umoyo Natural Health, who shares her journey from starting Zambia’s first health shop on a shoestring budget to building a nationally recognised wellness brand.

We dive into mindset, consistency, and what it really takes to build a purpose-driven business in an emerging market.

🎧 Tune in now.

This week on Beyond the Pivot Podcast, we sit down with Kim Otteby, Founder and Managing Director of Umoyo Natural Heal...
20/04/2026

This week on Beyond the Pivot Podcast, we sit down with Kim Otteby, Founder and Managing Director of Umoyo Natural Health, Zambia’s leading natural health brand.

Kim brings a unique blend of expertise, holding a Master’s degree in Economics & Management from Oxford, a background in Nutritional Medicine, and certifications in leadership and coaching. She is also a TEDxLusaka speaker and a recognized voice in personal development and wellness across the region.

In this episode, she shares:
– How consistency and integrity built long-term trust
– Why mindset not resources is often the true growth constraint
– The realities of scaling in an emerging market
– How aligning with purpose can shape both business and life

A must-listen for anyone building with intention. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to be the first to listen in

Tomorrow on Beyond the Pivot, we sit down with Allen Kimbelwa, a Tanzanian entrepreneur redefining what it means to buil...
08/04/2026

Tomorrow on Beyond the Pivot, we sit down with Allen Kimbelwa, a Tanzanian entrepreneur redefining what it means to build with purpose.

Allen is the founder of WildReality Safari, a locally owned safari company delivering deeply personal and authentic travel experiences across Tanzania, from the vast plains of the Serengeti to the iconic Mount Kilimanjaro.

But his journey goes far beyond tourism.

He is also the founder of ADELPHOS, a consulting firm that supports businesses and investors in navigating Tanzania’s regulatory, tax, and operational landscape, helping ventures not just start, but thrive.

From starting out in consulting to building multiple ventures, Allen has grown his businesses through patience, resilience, and a commitment to doing things differently, earning recognition as one of the industry’s rising leaders.

In this episode, we dive into:

* Why clients follow people, not just brands
* His philosophy of slow, intentional growth in a fast-paced world
* The powerful, human moments that make his work unforgettable, and more

This is a conversation about purpose, perspective, and building something that truly lasts.

Episode airs tomorrow. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to be the first to listen in.

25/03/2026

We talk a lot about the dream of investing back home. We don't talk enough about what happens when it goes wrong.

On an episode of our podcast, we sat down with Natasha Chiumya, a property professional who works with Zambians in the diaspora every single day. What she shared stopped us in our tracks.

Nearly 90% of Zambians abroad want to invest back home. But too many are losing their hard-earned money to the wrong contractors, disputed land titles, and a process they didn't fully understand.

We've written up the key insights from that conversation into a full article highlighting the risks, the mistakes, and exactly what to do differently.

Read it below. We'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments, especially if you've been through this journey yourself.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-zambians-diaspora-losing-money-property-back-ts42f

13/03/2026

Big congratulations to Nankhonde Kasonde-van den Broek, who was recently recognised among the Top 5 Coaching Experts in the World by Global Gurus.

Nankhonde joined us on the Beyond the Pivot Podcast last year, where she shared insights from her remarkable journey.

An internationally acclaimed Executive Coach and CEO of Zanga African Metrics, she brings more than two decades of experience from global institutions such as the United Nations and the World Health Organization.

Her work has earned global recognition, including:

• Thinkers50 Marshall Goldsmith Coaching & Mentoring Award (2021)
• Global Gurus World's Top 30 Coach (2021–2023)
• Thinkers50 Coaching Legends Inductee (2023)

In the episode, she talks about:

• Building culturally relevant solutions for African markets
• Leading with purpose while scaling across the continent
• Her transition from global institutions to entrepreneurship

🎧 Watch the full episode on our YouTube channel.

09/03/2026

This Women’s Month, we’re honoured to spotlight a woman who continues to shape Africa’s future through media, investment, and leadership.

A couple of months ago on Beyond the Pivot, we sat down with Biola Alabi for a powerful conversation on leadership, investment, and building Africa’s future.

This Women’s Month, we’re honoured to spotlight a woman who continues to shape Africa’s future through media, investment, and leadership.

A couple of months ago on Beyond the Pivot, we sat down with Biola Alabi for a powerful conversation on leadership, investment, and building Africa’s future.

Biola is a trailblazing Nigerian businesswoman, media leader, investor, and storyteller helping redefine Africa’s creative and technology landscape.

As the Founder of Biola Alabi Media (BAM), she is behind some of Africa’s most loved stories, including Bukas and Joints, Banana Island Ghost, and Lara and the Beat.

With over 25 years of experience across media, business, and venture building, she has:

- Led M-Net Africa, where she launched several Africa Magic channels and created the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards
- Backed transformative founders as General Partner at Acasia Ventures and Investment Partner at Delta40 Venture Studio
-Served on several boards, including as Chairwoman of Big Cabal Media and Non-Executive Director at Unilever Nigeria PLC
- Founded Grooming for Greatness, a leadership and mentorship platform empowering young African professionals

In this episode, Biola shares a powerful reminder: Africa must believe in and invest in itself if it is to build the kind of future its people deserve.

If a continent will be home to 40% of the world’s population, then it must build the infrastructure, opportunities, and ecosystems that allow people not just to survive, but to thrive. Watch the full episode on our YouTube Channel.

09/03/2026

This Women’s Month, we’re honoured to spotlight a woman who continues to shape Africa’s future through media, investment, and leadership.

A couple of months ago on Beyond the Pivot, we sat down with Biola Alabi for a powerful conversation on leadership, investment, and building Africa’s future.

Biola is a trailblazing Nigerian businesswoman, media leader, investor, and storyteller helping redefine Africa’s creative and technology landscape.

As the Founder of Biola Alabi Media (BAM), she is behind some of Africa’s most loved stories, including Bukas and Joints, Banana Island Ghost, and Lara and the Beat.

With over 25 years of experience across media, business, and venture building, she has:

- Led M-Net Africa, where she launched several Africa Magic channels and created the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards

- Backed transformative founders as General Partner at Acasia Ventures and Investment Partner at Delta40 Venture Studio

-Served on several boards, including as Chairwoman of Big Cabal Media and Non-Executive Director at Unilever Nigeria PLC

- Founded Grooming for Greatness, a leadership and mentorship platform empowering young African professionals

In this episode, Biola shares a powerful reminder: Africa must believe in and invest in itself if it is to build the kind of future its people deserve.

If a continent will be home to 40% of the world’s population, then it must build the infrastructure, opportunities, and ecosystems that allow people not just to survive, but to thrive. Watch the full episode on our YouTube Channel.

26/02/2026

How Did 260 Brands Become the First Proudly Zambian Brand to Break Into the U.S. Market?

In this episode of Beyond the Pivot, Gaurav Vijayvargiya shares the incredible journey of how 260 Brands became the first proudly Zambian brand to export products to the U.S.

In 2021, 260 Brands made history by getting recognised as Amazon's choice in the strips and crumbles category, cementing its place on the international stage. Gaurav walks us through the challenges and triumphs of adapting locally manufactured products for a global market.

Looking to take your Zambian products to international markets? Watch the full episode for invaluable insights on expanding globally and breaking into new territories!

🎧 Listen now on YouTube and all streaming platforms! Link is in the comments section

24/02/2026

Now Live on Beyond the Pivot

In this episode of Beyond the Pivot, we sit down with Gaurav Vijayvargiya, the visionary CEO of 260 Brands (formerly Seba Foods), one of Zambia's most innovative food and beverage companies!

260 Brands is behind household names like Golden Goodness, Emilios, and Nutramilk, and their focus on locally sourced, nutritious, and affordable products is revolutionising the market. Tune in to hear how Gaurav is leading the charge in reshaping the Zambian food scene, working with local farmers, and expanding internationally!

In our conversation, we explore the background of the man behind 260 Brands. We discuss his early days as a national 4x4 rally driver and his pivotal decision to pivot from Mechanical Engineering at Purdue to Industrial Management. Gaurav also shares how his experience managing global supply chains for a Swiss-listed multi-billion dollar firm prepared him for the leap back home to Zambia.

🎧 Listen now on YouTube and all streaming platforms!

From National Rally Driving to CEO of 260 BrandsHow do you turn a 30-year family legacy into a regional powerhouse? You ...
19/02/2026

From National Rally Driving to CEO of 260 Brands

How do you turn a 30-year family legacy into a regional powerhouse? You stop managing by Excel and start building for a 600 million market.

On our next episode of Beyond the Pivot, we sit down with Gaurav Vijayvargiya, CEO of 260 Brands. From rally driving to global exposure across North America, Asia, and Europe, Gaurav shares how purpose brought him back to Zambia to scale a family business into a fast-growing, impact-driven company.

Inside the episode:

- Navigating succession with strategy
- Taking a Zambian brand to #1 “Amazon’s Choice” in the U.S.
- Why emerging markets are like dark chocolate — complex, resilient, and not for the faint-hearted

Episode drops Tuesday. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to be the first to listen.

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