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How a Sheng Word for Money Became East Africa's Biggest Ticketing Platform George Gachui, MOOKH πŸŽ™οΈ49

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πŸŽ™οΈ Episode 49: Redefining African E-Commerce & Culture with George Gachui

How does a Sheng word for "money" become a regional powerhouse for digital commerce? πŸ‡°πŸ‡ͺ

In this episode of the AfriCAN Do! Podcast, we sit down with George Gachui, the visionary Co-Founder and Director of Mookh Africa. From his roots in Nairobi to building a leading online ticketing and e-commerce platform, George’s journey is a masterclass in pivoting, resilience, and the power of the "African Can-Do" spirit.

✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

The Mookh Story: How Mookh Africa evolved from a simple idea into a multi-country payment gateway and ticketing giant.

Empowering Creators: How digital tools are helping African entrepreneurs monetize content and manage events across Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda.

Beyond the Code: George’s insights on Culture Change Consulting and why workplace culture is the secret sauce for scaling businesses.

Youth Innovation: The role of collectives like Youth Knows No Limits (YKNL) in shaping the next generation of creative entrepreneurs.

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