Future
Centres of Global Learning - Africa
Unlocking potential within the region through collaborating and resonating around sharing
‘Making it Here Because Everybody Matters’
31 July 2025
Session Agenda
Origins and Foundations of the Power of 20 Questions!
This week, we listen to Osita Aniemeka and John Ssentamu who have already experienced the 20 Questions in their key businesses.
John Ssentamu
CGL Uganda
Emphasing learning from mistakes, sharing wisdom, and practicalities of business applications
John Ssentamu discussed the challenges and learnings from starting and managing a business. He emphasized the importance of embracing mistakes as opportunities for growth, making informed decisions amidst uncertainty, and the value of shared wisdom from various perspectives.
John highlighted the critical nature of adapting to unexpected challenges in business and the necessity of practical application to truly evaluate the effectiveness of ideas.
He also stressed the importance of collaboration and constructive feedback to refine and enhance visions, advocating for a proactive approach in learning and adapting based on real-world experiences.
Osita Aniemeka
CGL Nigeria
Sharing challenges in entrepreneurial training, stressing practical support over finances
Osita Aniemeka shared detailed accounts of implementing entrepreneurial programs in Nigeria, focusing on the challenges of engagement and the effectiveness of interventions.
He recounted a personal story about a failed magazine venture that underscored the importance of control over projects. Osita also discussed his involvement with government initiatives for youth entrepreneurship, revealing the mixed outcomes and emphasizing the importance of practical support over financial aid alone.
His experiences highlighted the necessity of aligning training programs with the real needs of the community and adapting strategies to ensure genuine empowerment and successful outcomes.
