Why I Left the Netherlands to build in Africa: The Truth NO ONE talks about | ft. Kanessa Muluneh

Описание: In this episode of The Africa2100 Podcast, Serial entrepreneur and investor Kaness Muluneh @europeanhabesha shares her journey of growing up in the Netherlands, returning to her home country, Ethiopia and building businesses across the continent.

She speaks candidly about diaspora identity, the moment she realized “Africa is happening now,” and the spiritual healing that came from reconnecting with home. Kanessa also reflects on building her first venture in Europe, transitioning into investment, navigating government and policy challenges, and why she openly shares her knowledge to empower others.

For anyone thinking about returning, investing, or building in Africa, this conversation offers clear, grounded insights from someone living it every day. Season 2 of Africa2100 highlights the stories of diaspora founders who chose to come back home and create impact.

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About the Guest
Kanessa Muluneh is an entrepreneur, investor, and founder of a fast-growing fashion manufacturing group operating across multiple African markets. She is also the co-founder of Nyle, an African-focused investment company that deploys capital into high-potential ventures across the continent, with a portfolio spanning agriculture, mobile gaming, manufacturing, and emerging mining opportunities in East and Southern Africa.

Drawing from her upbringing in the Netherlands and her professional experience in Europe, Kanessa brings global marketing, PR, and operational insights into African markets, helping founders strengthen their brands, scale sustainably, and build for long-term impact. Her mission is to empower local talent and drive sector development through knowledge-sharing, strategic investment, and job creation.

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