In this issue we continue with the Linux Ecosystem Exploration with suggestions about the value of User Groups in your community for skills improvement. We also examine different file systems and structures for three different distributions. Fedora, Suse Linux and Ubuntu. We also make some suggestions for applications for those seeking to migrate from Windows to Linux. We also share important collaborations between Linux and major global players. We also attempt to place the open source movement in bigger global concerns and trends. Founders Freedom also features on the importance of context. ACVA’s 2023 Report is digested and simplified. Mental Health Treatment Models, Developmental Disorders and Misdiagnosis. Finally a Q and A with Benue Capital’s JN Lubwama as shared by Luke Sheehan (a copywriter with global experience).

In this audio summary you will find the Linux section continued where we talk about some useful virtualization software. We share some reasons why we think Linux is experiencing a surge in usage as well as some of my favorite Distros. You will hear about some forecasts in the crypto universe. We also have an interesting piece from Founders Freedom about the important link between responsibility and authority. We share some ideas about other forms of exit for founders and more about how we think tech events can improve. Movie or series suggestion is The Inmate from Netflix while book recommendation is Apostle Moses Mukisa work titled Straight Forward Financial Freedom.

This is a brief summary of the content in the magazine that we covered in the month of January. You will find some ideas about the Linux Ecosystem. You will also hear about discussions we had around Mental Health and wellness. Are you overwhelmed with all the technology events in the region? We share some ideas from both sides about how chose and how to actually host these types of events. We also share some great mindset tips from Founders Freedom.

We have a conversation with Dr. McLean Sibanda covering his book on the subject of Intellectual Property, Trademarks and Patents. He shares his insights into the complexities of managing the interest of different but well meaning government players in policy formulation. He talks about South Africa’s journey and transition from Aparteid to the present day and the laws as they stood. He talks about capacity building and the work that went into creating a space for more African Lawyers and the creation of curriculum for this cause. He also talks about the countries that he visited in order to gain better knowledge for SA. We also cover international treaties and regional agreements and how we can make the most of these.

In this episode we are interested in how to get access to people of certain faiths especially for those who are interested in business. We talk about how religion can help fill the moral gap in society, the rise of cult movements, the role of the Pastor as a life coach, the African and Spirituality, Christianity and giving, sexuality, how history affects people’s perception of the Christian faith and more.

I have had quite a few people ask me about how to get into podcasting. So instead of repeating this information on whatsapp to the different individuals, i have put this together. Even if some podcasts are really more like conversations or two way radio, there are others that actually put together real content. We guide on structure and content at least as far as we see it. We do not go into length around bigger questions about team selection, boards and other ideas. What we do is shed light on the current day and the opportunities that exist with Social Media.

We share some of the stats and highlights from 2023. These are useful in determining what strategies we will employ to tackle the year ahead. We also have 2022 and 2023 reviewed for what we published in the magazine. What can you learn from the data that is available in your platform of choice? How can you be more effective when creating content and how do you achieve the most with what you create?

We explored quite a number of ideas. Faith, Religion and Psychotherapy, Mental Health and Mental Illness, Models for Mental Health Treatment, Temprements, Useful Resources, Psychology of Intelligence, Work Place Challenges, Policy, Research and Governance. The spectrum and the continuum. Bipolar Disorder Defined.

First special thanks to Richard Kasika for the jingle. Here we introduce some additions to our publication-a collaboration with Founders Freedom (the leadership team we hosted a few months ago), Elsie Eyakuze with her broad knowledge about the Tanzanian and Zanzibari psyche and Joseph Ajal who we are trying to get on board to help us with our mental health and wellness section. Then we present a book summary (maybe there will be more of these in audio form) of a book called RatedPG for Personal Growth by Michael Katagaya and Jeremy Byemanzi. The tool I used to turn text into voice is called Elevenlabs and was recommended by a great guy on IG under tech_overwatch. In addition to that I found some amazing ideas about business and self employment by a Kenyan lady under ty_hans. Here are the 13 C’s in this great book. Confession, Company, Courage, Comfort, Culture, Creativity, Calculations, Consistency, Cash, Crisis, Compromise, Coaching and Character.

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What do you need to know about Tanzania when you visit? We talk to Elsie Eyakuze about the importance of learning the language of Kiswahili as one connects with the populace. We talk about the immense value that has been created in the arts and entertainment space. We also talk in brief about how NGOs for example can benefit from alternative payment systems that work outside traditional banks with what are called Stable coins. This is a conversation we had with Kotani Pay.

Kheri believes that "Law" as a profession is mostly based on a tradition. He says In Tanzania the tradition is not only slow but also conservative. At Breakthrough Attorneys they are building a modern day, competitive legal practice with an array of lawyers covering a multitude of law practice areas. The main aim being assurance that clients are represented and advised accordingly and seamlessly. He affirms that this is a vision and mission well underway with the Firm boasting over 7 in house departments and having three branches (Dar, Dodoma and Zanzibar) for now, and counting. The Breakthrough Attorneys' project and mission is well aligned with that mission he carries for himself. He says that the Firm is an embodiment of the so often thought podium of his professional growth and expansion. The many areas of practices that the Firm is venturing and ready to venture into, create a continuity plan and perpetual existence of the Firm as well as the team members, him included. Kheri sits as a Board Member in several entities including Breakthrough Technologies Africa Limited, Alliance Francaise, PMI Tanzania Chapter and many others. He’s interested in innovation, startups, capital mobility, infrastructure, creative sector and everything charity.

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We talk to Salum Awadh about his work in the Investment space. He talks about his work with government with the Cereals Board. He helps explain the differences between Angel Investment, Venture Capital and Private Equity. He talks about the role of his faith in his work. The importance of Agriculture in Tanzania’s Development. The importance of grain in Tanzania. Staples such as Rice and Wheat.

We share a deep conversation with Deogratious Kilawe where we talk about his work at the Institute as well as his work in the Fintech Space. We also share some of the contributions that Kotani Pay has made in the space.

Numbers and charts describing the number of Startups. The distribution geographically around Tanzania and the Island of Zanzibar. The role of entreoreneurship support organizations.Startups by subsector, the numbers and distribution in terms of gender. Learning institution participation, access to skills and training and more.

We talk about some of the challenges he faced at the start. Education and the transition into Web3 technologies. We talk about his beginnings in dev work. We talk about the importance of hackathons and online learning tools that were used to develop his skills. We talk about his work in the community and the events that they run. We talk about the ecosystem and the major players and the role each of these players has in educating and helping regulate the sector.

We talk to Eng. David Lumala about how he got into the web3 space. We talk about Blockchain and the events that they have supported in the past. We talk about the difference between web 1, web 2 and web 3. We talk about challenges in the Ecosystem of Uganda and how we can build it. We talk about the importance of developing a new mindset as we approach the latest technologies. We talk about the importance of increasing the skills of our young population, developing first and then leading the nation setting better regulatory rules, skills as a means of attracting Venture Capital as well as adoption.

We talk about her role at the circular design hub. The name change from Design Hub Kampala to Circular Design Hub. We talk about the concept of Circularity. What makes Circular Design Hub Unique. Her role as vice chairperson of Startup Uganda. The ecosystem in Uganda and how we can make it better. Partnership with Africa Leadership University.