Advertise on podcast: Moments with Nderru

This episode marks the end of the season. It truly humbles me to know that you tuned into this season and my deepest hope is that you have picked one or two things that you will apply into your lives and you will continue to bravely step beyond what's comfortable and wholeheartedly embrace the beautiful, sometimes messy, journey of growth.

In conversation with Wairimu Wachira, who is an entrepreneur with a heart for people, a devoted mother, and a woman deeply anchored in legacy. She builds businesses that feel like home—places where excellence, hospitality, and purpose meet.

In conversation with Thobile Dlamini, who is a brand strategist, researcher, creative consultant and entrepreneur. She has worked in industries such as marketing, aviation and event management, including having worked for the award-winning Nation Brand agency, Brand South Africa. She describes herself as a quirky but relatable practitioner that loves to discover new ways of thinking about the world. She also loves being a resource for others, moreover women changemakers.

In Conversation with Toni Gumede, who is a seasoned Stakeholder Relations and Social Facilitation Professional with 15 years comprehensive experience. Amongst others, she has established the Stakeholder relations and Community engagement portfolio for road infrastructure develop and maintenance projects and has successfully executed multi-stakeholder collaborations within the infrastructure development, energy industry, investment promotion and nation branding, domestically and internationally.

Maybe this season isn’t about clarity; maybe it’s about capacity. This episode asks: What if you’re not lost, just becoming?

Clarity isn’t always a requirement for movement — sometimes, it’s the reward for trusting the next step. Transitions are rarely tidy. The timing feels off. The people closest to you can’t see what you see. And yet… something stirs in your spirit and whispers: “Go.”

Comfort has a cost and sometimes, it’s your calling. This episode is titled: The risk of staying comfortable.

Growth isn’t glamorous — it’s gritty, awkward, and deeply courageous. What if your next breakthrough lives just beyond what’s familiar?

There’s a version of you that scares people — and you still owe her/him your full expression.  This episode is titled Becoming without apology.

This episode kicks off season 8! There’s always a moment when life invites you to change — but sometimes, we’re the last to RSVP. And often, life starts whispering before it shouts.   In this episode, I explore the difference between transition and transformation.

And that’s a wrap on this season! What a journey it’s been. I’m beyond grateful to everyone who listened, watched, or engaged with the podcast along the way. In this final episode, we explore the importance of staying true to your vision.  Remember: every vision is uniquely designed for the person carrying it — that’s you! Hold onto it and pursue it boldly, even if others don’t fully understand your path. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season! I can’t wait to reconnect in the new year. And as always — continue being brave!

During Africa Tech Festival, Muthoni gained invaluable insights from fellow changemakers from Angola, Sierra Leone, Mauritius, Uganda, Lesotho and Kenya. The entrepreneurs interviewed in this episode are in tech sectors such as job creation - a pioneering life skills service provider that is transforming employment opportunities across the Southern African Development Community (SADC) at an affordable cost, to climate tech and agriculture – offering solar technologies and agricultural inputs, to education – focusing on foundational literacy and numeracy for children aged 4-11 and healthcare – a telemedicine platform transforming healthcare access.

During Africa Tech Festival, Muthoni caught up with fellow changemakers from Angola, Sierra Leone, Mauritius, Uganda, Lesotho and Kenya. The entrepreneurs interviewed in this episode are in tech sectors such as education, ensuring that every child has access to quality education, while another is leveraging language to develop tailored content and interactive sessions to enhance language skills, and another is a provider of advanced drone services, dedicated to delivering innovative aerial solutions.  The changemakers in this episode are:  - José Pires Kapango – Konnect Academy – Angola  - Lovetta Bangura – Easy Stem – Sierra Leone  - Melwyn Madelon – Aeraccess Indian Ocean Ltd – Mauritius  - Timothy David Wambi – Ajibu Community – Uganda

Resilience often emerges from challenging circumstances, or it may be inspired by observing the strength of those around us. Life brings different seasons, each with its unique trials and lessons. While it’s natural to want to escape the tough moments, embracing every season—even the difficult ones—builds a lasting inner strength and leads to pride in the journey. This episode’s guest: Ugo Arinzeh embodies resilience in every sense. A dedicated entrepreneur and an inspiring leader, Ugo has weathered challenges and come out stronger. In this episode, she shares her deeply insightful experiences, offering practical wisdom on navigating life’s ups and downs.

Some people discover their passion early in life, while for others, it takes time to uncover what truly excites them. When you find that passion, work feels less like a chore and more like a joy. In this episode, we embark on a reflective journey with Barbara Clarke Ruiz as she shares her story.She is an entrepreneurial visionary with exceptional business acumen. Her career is defined by designing and executing activewear apparel collections for renowned brands and celebrities, showcasing her creative expertise in Men's, Women's, Girls', and Boys' apparel markets.She is also the Founder of Lick You Silly pet products, a premium dog treat brand which is in the top 0.2% on Amazon.