In this episode of Listen to Your Footsteps, host Kojo Baffoe sits down with Jean Daniel Kanza, an artist, entrepreneur, and cultural bridge-builder. Born in Kinshasa, raised in South Africa, and now back in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Jean Daniel shares his journey of navigating identity, art, and entrepreneurship across two vastly different worlds.

From his early dreams of becoming a filmmaker inspired by Spike Lee and John Singleton to his pivot into music and entrepreneurship, Jean Daniel’s story is one of resilience, adaptability, and the relentless pursuit of dreams. “I never took myself seriously as a musician, but music gave me the platform to do everything else,” he reflects.

Jean Daniel also delves into his entrepreneurial ventures, from running a school tuck shop in Kinshasa to exporting South African culture to the DRC. “There’s no small job. People need to eat and drink every day,” he emphasizes, highlighting the importance of residual income in building a sustainable future.

This episode offers valuable insights into navigating different cultures, building a business from the ground up, and the impact of sharing your story. Jean Daniel's journey demonstrates that success is rarely a straight line—it's about adapting to change and finding potential where others see roadblocks.

Listen to this conversation if you want insights on how to turn your passions into profit, navigate cultural complexities, and build a legacy that transcends borders.

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You can find the latest from Jean Daniel on ⁠⁠⁠any of these social spaces - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, or SoundCloud a taste of his music.For more on my book Listen To Your Footsteps, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kojobaffoe.com/book/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Zebra Culture Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ now.

Recorded at: Spotify Africa Joburg Studio

Show Music: Kweku 'Taygo' Baffoe

Producer: Ayob Vania

In this episode of Listen to Your Footsteps, host Kojo Baffoe sits down with Yasmin Furmie, a former social worker turned fashion entrepreneur, to explore her incredible journey of reinvention and resilience. From her early life in South Africa to immigrating to Australia as a teenager, Yasmin shares the challenges of navigating cultural identity and finding her voice in a new country.

Yasmin reflects on her career shift, saying, "I never thought of being in fashion at all. I just thought I can't draw. But something happened, and I realised it was the right time to go into what fuels me and makes me happy." The conversation delves into her experiences as a mother, the struggles of balancing family life with personal ambition, and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

Listeners will gain invaluable insights into how Yasmin built her fashion brand, SiSi, The Collection, with her business partner Cynthia, and how they’ve created timeless pieces that reflect their personal style. This episode is for anyone looking to redefine their path, embrace change, and find joy in the unexpected twists of life.

Listen now to hear Yasmin’s inspiring story of resilience, reinvention, and the courage to pursue passion later in life.

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You can find the latest from Yasmin on ⁠⁠⁠any of these social spaces - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok,Facebook.

For more on my book Listen To Your Footsteps, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kojobaffoe.com/book/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠⁠ to the⁠⁠⁠⁠Zebra Culture Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠ now.Recorded at: Spotify Africa Joburg StudioShow Music: Kweku 'Taygo' BaffoeProducer: Ayob Vania

What happens when you bet on yourself? In this electrifying episode of Listen to Your Footsteps, Kojo Baffoe sat down with Dumisani Mahlangu, the founder and visionary behind Chepa Streetwear, to explore the intersection of identity, entrepreneurship, and creativity. Dumisani takes us inside the hustle, heartbreak, and breakthroughs that built his brand.

From working corporate jobs to selling at flea markets, Dumisani breaks down:
🔹 Why failure is the best teacher
🔹 How to transition from a 9-5 to full-time entrepreneurship
🔹 The power of learning sales, psychology, and digital marketing
🔹 Integrating family, business, and personal growth

"If you’re waiting for the ‘perfect time,’ you’ll wait forever. Start now. Learn along the way.” – Dumisani Mahlangu

If you're an entrepreneur, creative, or dreamer, this episode will push you to take action, stay resilient, and build something meaningful. It's packed with actionable advice and heartfelt reflections perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs and lifelong learners alike.

Press play now and let Dumisani's story ignite your passion for growth! Subscribe, watch/listen now on ⁠⁠Spotify ⁠⁠or wherever you find your podcasts. Leave a review, and join the conversation. 🎙️

You can find the latest from Dumisani on ⁠⁠⁠any of these social spaces - ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠, or visit the Chepa website for the latest streetwear. For more on my book Listen To Your Footsteps, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://kojobaffoe.com/book/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Subscribe⁠⁠⁠ to the ⁠⁠⁠Zebra Culture Newsletter⁠⁠⁠ now.

Recorded at: Spotify Africa Joburg Studio

Show Music: Kweku 'Taygo' Baffoe

Producer: Ayob Vania