The Samuele Tini Show - where business, innovation, and sustainability converge

Special Episode 1  — Recorded live at the Oppenheimer Research Conference 2025.A scabies outbreak among mountain gorillas sparked a new way of working.  Dr. Gladys Kalema‑Zikusoka tells the origin of Conservation Through Public Health and how a One Health approach links gorilla protection, community healthcare, and livelihoods. We discussed  Village Health & Conservation Teams, why tourist masking remains standard to protect great apes, and Gorilla Conservation Coffee, which pays farmers a premium and funds local programs.  And her story as a leading conservationist in Uganda and worldwide. 

Electric buses are not a pilot anymore. As Dorcus Wanjiru Kamotho explains, BasiGo already has ~100 e‑buses on the road across Kenya and Rwanda, with hundreds more reserved. The unlock: a Pay‑As‑You‑Drive model—lower deposit plus per‑km fee that covers charging and service—paired with night‑time charging on Kenya’s largely renewable grid. We dive into local assembly with KVM (Thika), the new King Long platform to scale production, and how service capability (incl. CATL battery partnership) improves uptime. We also cover policy, open charging, and why passengers in Nairobi literally wait for the e‑bus even when a diesel bus arrives first. A practical blueprint for taking EV transit from proof to scale.
 

Dr Anyse Pereira grew up in Cabo Verde, trained as a scientist in Europe, built programmes with the UN and Mercy Corps, and the corporate world—bringing a data‑driven, project‑management lens to sustainability. In this candid conversation, she explains the compliance–value–values triad, how to speak numbers to numbers people, and why purpose can beat budget (including the €5 “Science Parliament” that moved a nation). We dive into community‑led climate insight (what fishmongers’ “less colour” tells us), the pitfalls of alarmism and virtue signalling, and the career truth that “your biggest brand is you.
Disclaimer - Since recording Anyse has left her corporate position at Toyota. 

What does it take to comply with the EU’s deforestation rule and create value for farmers and brands? Alessandro Chelli from Trusty explains how his team built a mobile‑first, offline data stack that gets plot‑level evidence from smallholders, validates claims with certifiers , and writes the results to an audited blockchain—so it is proof, not promises. We cover the EUDR baseline (plot mapping + due diligence), the shared‑cost model that makes tools free for co‑ops when buyers adopt, and why garbage‑in/garbage‑out is solved with third‑party checks before timestamping. We also look ahead: using the same field data for biodiversity/carbon credits, parametric insurance, and even value‑sharing via smart contracts. A practical roadmap from compliance to competitiveness

How far can a story travel — and how much can it change? In this episode, Bridget Deacon, Managing Director of Shujaaz,  Emmy Winner and leading B Corp, explains how youth‑first storytelling moves beyond entertainment to shape behaviour, unlock livelihoods, and shift social norms across Kenya. From radio, print and TV to social media and an AI‑enabled chatbot, Shujaaz meets young people where they are, surfaces their lived realities without judgement, and turns authentic voices into collective action.
We discuss: designing with youth rather than for them; what it takes to build trust in an age of misinformation; why tackling livelihoods, reproductive health, gender norms and climate action requires sustained, multi‑platform narratives; and how a B Corp model helps a mission stay accountable and scalable. Bridget also shares practical lessons on devolving creation and research to local youth leaders, and how small, relatable stories can trigger system‑level change.
A candid, hopeful conversation about narrative power, measurable impact, and a generation writing its own rule book.

Too often we hear Africa described as “emerging.” But as my guest Tom Fels, CEO of Animarem, explains — Africa is already shaping the future of global business.
In this new episode of The Samuele Tini Show, Tom shares:✅ Why African enterprises are future markets, not just emerging ones✅ How B Corp certification is helping businesses prove purpose + profit✅ The real opportunities (and hurdles) in accessing capital in growth markets✅ Practical lessons from working with purpose-driven entrepreneurs
If you believe in Africa’s role in shaping tomorrow’s economy, this conversation will inspire you.
 Do you agree that Africa isn’t just emerging but leading? 
 

Africa is driving an EV revolution—and Roam is leading the charge. ⚡This week, Hans van Toor Strategy & Innovation Lead at Roam,  explains how locally manufactured electric vehicles can transform communities, economies, and the environment.
✅ Roam’s vision for green mobility in Africa✅ Tackling range anxiety and infrastructure hurdles✅ Economic benefits of home-grown electric transport
Learn how Africa can power the global future of electric mobility.

Can businesses genuinely help save wildlife and biodiversity?Join us this weekend with former Ferrari and Omega executive Michele Sofisti, now CEO of Nzatu, who believes they can.
✅ From luxury brands to conservation-focused business✅ How regenerative agriculture helps wildlife and communities✅ The potential of ethical commodities to transform Africa
Discover how business can be a powerful force for conservation and community empowerment.

Traditional aid isn’t delivering. So, what’s next?
In this week’s podcast, Todd Kirkbride, an expert in private-sector partnerships with extensive experience at USAID and TechnoServe, reveals why public-private partnerships hold the key to lasting impact in emerging markets.
✅ Why traditional aid models are struggling✅ How partnerships can drive climate resilience and food security✅ Essential lessons on building trust and aligning incentives
Discover how cross-sector collaboration can lead to transformational change.

In this fascinating episode of The Samuele Tini Show, meet Tommie Hooft, CEO and co-founder of Proteen, an innovative startup transforming waste management and agriculture in East Africa using Black Soldier Flies (BSF).
Key Points:
Discover how tiny insects can revolutionize waste management by turning organic waste into high-quality fertilizer.
How Proteen's unique approach using BSF tackles both environmental issues and economic challenges.
Practical insights on regenerative agriculture and circular economy solutions.
Why turning waste into wealth is not just good for the environment—but also good business.
Join us to understand how innovative startups like Proteen are reshaping sustainability in Africa, turning small insects into big impact.