Being an entrepreneur in Africa isn’t for the faint-hearted.
You need ideas, capital, resilience — and most importantly, game.
And guess where you can get free, high-level, no-gatekeeping game? YouTube and podcasts.
From founders breaking down their hustle to experts dropping gems on funding, growth, and failure, here’s a list of must-watch, must-listen platforms for anyone building a business on the continent.
Top YouTube Channels
1. Founders Connect (By Peace Itimi)
Nigeria | Startup Stories | Real Founder Energy
Peace Itimi interviews African founders and operators with zero fluff. They break down how startups were built, the mistakes made, and the mindset it takes to scale.
Best for: Early-stage founders, startup lovers, tech bros/sisters.
Watch if you want to hear:
“How we raised $2M without VCs” or “How I bootstrapped from 0 to $100K MRR.”
2. Startup School (by Y Combinator)
Global, but relevant for Africa too
No accent barrier here — clear, short videos on how to build and launch a startup from idea to IPO. Many African YC alumni swear by this.
Best for: Founders building scalable tech/startup models.
Watch for:
- Product-market fit
- Co-founder dynamics
- Investor pitch tips (without the cringe)
3. Sika Wealth
Ghana | Personal Finance + Business
Sika covers practical business advice for the African context — how to start side hustles, manage cash flow, and grow small businesses with limited capital.
Best for: Hustlers, sidepreneurs, solo founders.
Vibe: Calm, practical, very much “if you don’t have ₦1M capital, here’s what to do.”
4. Tony Elumelu Foundation
Africa-wide | Inspiration + Funding Talks
If you want inspirational founder stories, pitch insights, and funding access details, this is a great archive of events and interviews.
Best for: Founders looking for grants and ecosystem connections.
5. Money Africa
Nigeria | Finance meets Business
This is more finance-focused, but it’s packed with wealth-building strategies, business education, and how to make smart money moves as a founder.
Best for: Understanding your business cash flow like a boss.
Best Podcasts
1. The Flip (By Justin Norman)
Africa-wide | Deep Strategy & Systems Thinking
This one is elite. Long-form, beautifully produced, and heavy on macro trends and real insights. Not your typical “how I started” — it’s more “how systems shape success.”
Best for: Founders thinking long-term and big-picture.
Start with:
- “Informal Economies”
- “Infrastructure as Innovation”
2. Afrobility
African Tech & Business | Like “Acquired” for Africa
If you like to nerd out about African companies (e.g. Flutterwave, MTN, Paystack), this is your jam. Deep dives, crisp analysis, and witty banter.
Best for: Tech founders, business analysts, VCs in the making.
3. Naira Life (by Zikoko!)
Nigeria | Money, Life, and Entrepreneurship
While not 100% business-focused, many episodes feature entrepreneurs breaking down their money stories. Very real, very raw, and always insightful.
Best for: Relatable founder realities — from broke to balling.
4. Business Daily Africa (BBC)
Africa-focused | Economic Trends
Short, sharp takes on the African economy, digital shifts, trade, and finance — ideal for business owners trying to understand the macro environment.
Best for: Staying informed on the big stuff without reading 20 reports.
5. Techpoint Africa Podcast
Startup & Tech Commentary | Nigeria + Africa
Covers news, trends, and founder insights with a relaxed, youthful energy. Think of it as your weekly check-in with what’s happening in the tech streets.
Best for: Founders building in or around tech.
As an African entrepreneur, your environment may be tough, but your access to knowledge doesn’t have to be.
* Plug into these channels.
* Take notes on the go.
* Most importantly — execute.
Because watching 100 hours of startup content means nothing if you don’t build something.
