Concrete Pastures Podcast

Sherece Brown, the visionary founder of Dr. Pabs -Pineapple is a Berry, has always been passionate about health and wellness. Born to Jamaican immigrant parents, Sherece graduated from Howard University, a prestigious institution known for its rich history and commitment to excellence. 

With a degree in hand, she embarked on a successful 16-year career in corporate America. However, her passion for health and her desire to create s...

Martin Ndungu is an inspiring immigrant who made the bold decision to leave his home in Kenya for new opportunities in the USA during his early 2000s. With the support of his family and friends, who raised funds to cover his one-way ticket, and a generous loan of $200 from his best friend, Martin embarked on a journey that would change his life.

Today, he is a successful entrepreneur, owning over four businesses that generate eight...

Papsher Babu (Kikuni Papy Victor) is a multi-talented artist from Congo DRC, living in Kampala, Uganda. He's a singer, hip-hop rapper, poet, dance teacher, social entrepreneur, and community activist.

Founder and Executive Director of Refugee Talent Group (RTG).

Refugee Talent Group  aims to empower young refugees and Ugandans through life skills, music, dance, poetry, and art.

Awards and Recognition:

- Youth Ambassador, United Peo...

Dr Dennis  Matanda is Chief Executive of Morgenthau Stirling, Inc., a Washington, DC-based public affairs firm that leverages data-driven insights & strategies to promote U.S. direct investment abroad (USDIA) to Africa. He was one of the first African Staff Directors of the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health and Global Human Rights.

Before that, he served as an Advisor on Strategic Communication...

Rahildaris Marchena is a talented Venezuelan animator and digital artist who has transformed her personal journey as a former refugee in Mexico into a powerful advocacy platform. Now based in Spain, she completed her studies in Digital Animation as a DAFI Scholar. Her commitment to social justice has led her to engage in various capacity-building initiatives, including leadership courses with UNHCR and the RSC Pathways program at t...

Samantha Miyanda is a passionate advocate for girls' empowerment through sports and mentorship . She founded the Girls Sports Mentorship Program in 2017, which aims to Empower girls in sports.The program pairs girls with influential female mentors to help them become leaders in their respective sports.

The program also offers no-collateral small business loans with low interest rates, flexible payment plans, and mentorship to help ...

Kwangu Liwewe is the Africa Editor at New Lines magazine, bringing a wealth of experience as a seasoned multimedia journalist. With roots in Zambia, Zimbabwe, and Malawi, she has worked across the continent, including in South Africa, where she covered significant political, economic, and societal shifts across neighboring countries.

In Nigeria, Kwangu served as the West Africa Bureau Chief for eNews Channel Africa (eNCA), one of A...

Krista Rivas is a young refugee advocate ,an Architecture and  an International Relations student at the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM). As a DAFI Scholar, she is recognized for her academic excellence and her dedication to advocating for the rights of forcibly displaced people. Based in Mexico City, Krista holds prominent leadership roles that drive change on both regional and global levels.

Krista’s advocacy focu...

With his camera, Mr CHESTER HIGGINS “wrestles with issues of memory, place and identity, he sees his life as a narrative and his photography as its expression. His art gives visual voice to his personal and collective memories. It is inside ordinary moments where he finds windows into larger meaning. 

Light, perspective, and points in time are the pivotal elements he uses to reveal an interior presence within his subjects as he sea...

In an incredible journey that began in Uganda and eventually led her to the United States, Sarah pursued her graduate studies at the esteemed Columbia University. Throughout her career, she has taken on various roles in fashion, technology, venture capital, and international development, including a few positions at the United Nations. 

As the driving force behind Kintu New York, a sustainable brand she established to create high-q...

 Alphonsine Kabagabo is the Director of Women for Refugee Women, an organisation  that supports refugee women and women seeking asylum in UK to rebuild their life through empowerment activities and campaigning for a fair asylum system.  

As a survivor of the Rwandan genocide against the Tutsi, Alphonsine is one of the few women with lived experience leading an organisation in the refugee and migration sector. 

She comes to the role...

A test of what was to come in the new country.

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John Chiti is a remarkable individual who has gained prominence in Zambia as the first person with Albinism to step into the limelight. Not only is he an accomplished musician, but he is also a passionate advocate for disability rights. Mr. Chiti has played a pivotal role as the founder and technical advisor of the Albinism Foundation, the first organization of its kind in Zambia. In addition to his work in the music industry and d...

Tafadzwa Katiyo is the Executive of Hungwe Travel a 28-year family-owned boutique global travel agency. She is passionate about; the continent of Africa, finance, social and economic empowerment, and leveraging the power of entrepreneurship. 

Tafadzwa also founded the organization ToseSonke (which means together, together) and enjoys playing chess, and traveling.

For close to two (2) decades Tafadzwa built a strong career in financ...

Charles Msilanga is a co-founder of Lipr, a fintech company dedicated to improving African remittances by making them more affordable and accessible. His vision is to streamline the process of sending money home, thereby supporting economic development across the continent. Charles is also the co- founder of Hatima Africa, which provides scholarships to underprivileged but deserving African students, enabling them to access quality...

Dr Maureen  Malomba is a seasoned business development professional with over 20 years of experience in both nonprofit and for-profit organizations. She has held senior leadership roles, working across the East African region countries. Her Expertise lies in boards and organizational consulting specifically in Strategy Planning, Engaged Partnership Development, stakeholder engagement, infrastructure fund development, and management...

Viktoria Levay is a passionate, inspiring and engaging wellbeing leader and health coach who supports organizations and individuals with stress and change management, mental health optimization, communication, leadership development, and implementation of sustainable lifestyle changes for high functional performance and productivity. Her approach uniquely combines scientifically proven stress and energy management techniques with f...

Monicah Malith's  journey from a young refugee girl fleeing conflict in South Sudan to becoming the first International President of the University of Nairobi Students Association is inspirational. Despite facing challenges, loss, and societal pressures, Monicah has triumphed over adversity through unwavering determination, hard work, and a commitment to education. 

In 2023, Monicah made history as the first-ever International stud...

Dr Oyinkansola Jinadu “Dr. O. J. The MEC” is a philanthropist, public speaker, educator, author, entrepreneur, and mother of 3 boys. She obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Microbiology from the University Of Lagos, Nigeria. She holds a Master of Science in Psychology from the University Of Phoenix, Arizona. She completed her Doctoral Degree of Philosophy in Humanities, from the United Graduate College and Seminary Internation...