An African food empire in the UK, with Nigerian-born Olusegun Akande

September 07, 2023

Published by Terser Adamu on 6 September 2023 

In Episode #86 of the Unlocking Africa podcast, Terser Adamu talks to Nigerian-born Olusegun Akande, who is the co-founder of Samis Online African Foods, a UK-based store specialising in African groceries. The company sources a substantial volume of its fresh food produce from Nigeria.

The podcast covers the following topics:

  • Difficulties faced in forming relationships with African farmers and suppliers to ensure quality and quantity.

  • The impact of recent changes in Nigeria, including the removal of the fuel subsidy, on operations.

  • Ensuring product accessibility and affordability during challenging times.

  • The process of sourcing and selecting products sold on the platform.

  • And much more!

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