Episode 202 - Investing in 2.5 Billion People: Africa's Future with Ndidi Nwuneli of ONE Campaign

In this episode, Faith Driven Movement’s co-founder, Henry Kaestner, sits down with Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli, CEO of the ONE Campaign and serial social entrepreneur from Nigeria. With a background spanning McKinsey, Harvard Business School, and founding multiple organizations including LEAP Africa and Sahel Capital, Ndidi brings a unique perspective on Africa's role in the global economy.Key Topics DiscussedThe current state of global advocacy and the retreat from international cooperationHow the flattening of USAID affects Africa and global stabilityThe power of individual voices in shaping policy (PEPFAR example)Investment opportunities in Africa's food ecosystemWhy Africa is the continent of the future with 2.5 billion people by 2050The role of faith-driven investors in transforming African agricultureNotable Quotes"You interact with Africa every day, whenever you have a cup of coffee, when you have a chocolate bar, it's not a continent of lack, it's a continent of opportunity.""We've been too dependent on a few men and their ideologies, and we've kind of drifted away from the foundations of our faith.""$1 invested today saves $103 in defense action."Key TakeawaysEvery individual has a voice that can influence policy decisionsAfrica's food ecosystem presents significant investment opportunities across the spectrumThe continent's young workforce (70% under 35 by 2050) represents the future global workforceFaith-driven partnerships can create sustainable change beyond government programs