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.
