The 22 Year Old Kenyan Dropout Building Botswana’s Biggest Farm
The 22-Year-Old Kenyan Dropout Building Botswana’s Biggest Farm is a video about Isaac who is an entrepreneur based in Botswana and he is building one of the biggest farming companies in Africa called WealthPac.
In this episode of my Made in Africa series, Isaac Kasonde gives us an insight into how he started his company, how he is running it, and also how he plans to expand this business. His story is shared to inspire African youths and also open their eyes to the goldmine in the business of farming.
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00:00 - INTRO
00:45 - MEET ISAAC
01:15 - HOW HE STARTED
03:04 - FARM TOUR
06:15 - THE BUSINESS OF FARMING
07:32 - THE VISION
09:05 - BUSINESS CHALLENGES
10:55 - ADVICE TO YOUNG FARMERS
12:08 - THOUGHTS ON AFRICA
12:36 - PARTING WORDS
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He is not s drop out, he chose not to proceed with university. He actually in his own university, the best learning is through own experience.
@shotelco
Жыл бұрын
...and just 25 Acres (10 Hectares) supports _6 employees + the owner._
@larsstougaard7097
Жыл бұрын
And let's not forget loving supporting parents that comes from farming background. He will do well I'm sure.
@kiswahilikitukuzwe2547
Жыл бұрын
True! He even said it himself, "when I finished school...." That means he completed his high school education.
@kojokwame5201
11 ай бұрын
Very very thoughtful statement
@damianknight5207
7 ай бұрын
And that's the things about our education systems its not teaching us to produce its just setting us to consume...indeed he's not a drop out he's productive young man...😊
The Kenya mindset in him is really encouraging. Imagine if African leaders doubled down and supported 200 young people like him, we can feed ourselves and feed the world.
@Paulkruz1
Жыл бұрын
Its the Zambian Mindset
@nmg1909
Жыл бұрын
Zambian + Kenyan = Botswana.😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁
@kkrotich
Жыл бұрын
That is really true. Africa has the potential to feed the world if the leaders stand up and do something about it. For now, African countries are not allowed to grow their own food courtesy of the ruling elites of this world. Sadly enough, 99.99% of our leaders go along with their wishes
@davidochieng2827
Жыл бұрын
This debate about the " mindset " is hilarious!!! Who has the moral claim to this young man with a triple heritage...Kenya, Zambia or Botswana?! Reminds me of a similar debate about actress Lupita Nyong' o is she Kenyan ,Mexican or American?
@milkahwangui2353
Жыл бұрын
Yap...factual
Looking at his age, that young man will go places with this. He is brilliant.
@relaxingandsoothing7353
Жыл бұрын
Very intelligent I must say
@josephmwangingure3259
Жыл бұрын
Connect me with him
@EghonzE
Жыл бұрын
We need more Africans with this mindset to lift Africa out of its current economic crisis
Kenyan mother, Zambian father, Botswana upbringing and sheer determination 👌
@brokelaowaiinchina
Жыл бұрын
I thought he was Zambian after seeing his surname.
@njengajosphat4301
Жыл бұрын
Technically not kenyan
@giftkabambajr1935
Жыл бұрын
@@brokelaowaiinchina he's zambian
@janendegwa5462
Жыл бұрын
@@njengajosphat4301 unless his mother is a gikuyu he can belong to gikuyu people by being guciarwo na mburi ,coz I am sure his father is most likely not in his life it's sad how people are biased put so much weight on the father that's why we have all this violent children because they were snatched from the naturing hands of their mothers to violent step mothers and fathers who rule kids like slaves that's why gikuyu say gutiri nduithanio ya mwana na nyina
@lifehacks1019
Жыл бұрын
@@njengajosphat4301 ideally yes, in most African contexts he would belong to the father's lineage and identity himself so. But here he's outrightly forthright to identify with the mother
This young man should have a KZread channel. Inspiring.
Its just fascinating that Africa has so many young and ambitious entrepreneurs!! Like forget this continent is blessed!!❤
@gladlawson61
Жыл бұрын
Why would that be fascinating.? They're are billions of people in africa.
@FavourUremz
Жыл бұрын
@@gladlawson61 cause the media usually only shows us one side
@TayoAinaFilms
Жыл бұрын
We really are blessed. Thanks for watching!
@immaokoli2951
Жыл бұрын
@@TayoAinaFilms Yes Tayo we are Blessed
@EstherAivinhenyi
Жыл бұрын
@@gladlawson61 the current African population size on the continent is 1.43 billion not billions! I would suggest carrying out your due diligence before commenting on the busy KZread streets without valid data or statistics.🙄🌍
The guy has a great aura about him. He's definitely got his head on straight. I think he'll do great!
@larsstougaard7097
Жыл бұрын
Yes incredible guy, he is already the GOAT 🐐
Big-up my Kenyan people. They are the most enterprising people I've ever met.
Lesson learnt " I just want to perfect my craft." Isaac Kasonde 2023. One of the great minds of our beautiful Motherland AFRICA 🌍 🇰🇪🇧🇼 🇳🇬 👊🙂
I'm so impressed with this young man, as a 61 year old South African, it gives me huge joy to see the effort and dedication. I wish him much success and hope he's an inspiration to his adopted countrymen.
THIS is a REAL African , showing his love for the land & showing his brothers that WORK is the key to unlock the true potential of the land
He embodies the Kenyan mindset quite well. A guest cannot leave without being gifted something.
"Grind it out and think long term." If you can get it in you 20's, you are a winner for sure. Amazing story! Asante!
His entertainment is his business ... This guy is definitely going to succeed in his business. Not transferring his wealth into alcohol and other time wasting activities.
The vegetable import ban by the government was a really smart move. A lot of Youth benefited from it. Nice to see someone who took full advantage❤ 🇧🇼
Wooow. Just wooow. I have no words literally. His dedication and commitment kept him afloat but his hunger and vision will steer him to victory. 👏🏾
Dude is brilliant! Just look at that! It's not about his parents helping him like someone said in the comment, it's his mindset! Respect🙌🏾
@samuelnjuguna6688
Жыл бұрын
Capital and land is everything
@bofelo_last
Жыл бұрын
@@samuelnjuguna6688 True, as a motswana in our Currency that whole established is worth a Million Puma and an average motseana earns 2500
@chiyenyumba7135
Жыл бұрын
@@bofelo_last don't you own rural ancestoral land?
@Kobe_254
Жыл бұрын
@@bofelo_last capital is everything the rest you can buy even experts and knowledge
Something about East Africans and to some extent South is the calmness when we talk or what most people consider to be boring as the young man has said others even consider it to be timid but we know ourselves and WHT we capable of. Kenya is a big farming country and I am happy to see him transfer the skill to other countries. Way to go! 22 is such a young age to have such clarity of mind.
@markjimas
Жыл бұрын
we do our things quietly..and cover our stomachs when full..
@mwangigitau286
Жыл бұрын
@@markjimas 💯💯
@masjm7278
Жыл бұрын
Excuse me , BOTSWANA Government is the Progenitor of Agriculture Revolution , Not Kenya .STOP with FALSE Claims!! Batswana are the Best CATTLE Breeders in AFRICA, Their MEAT is Sold All Over the WORLD
@mwangigitau286
Жыл бұрын
@@masjm7278 Botswana is really coming up but please do some research and understand why Kenya with no minerals manages to be the biggest economy in East and Central Africa
@ndukumusyoki9835
Жыл бұрын
@@masjm7278 Also do some research.... several decades ago, Botswana govt sent their livestock officers and interested farmers to Kenya to undergo intensive cattle management training in a govt to govt transfer of skills from Kenyan livestock experts to the Botswana farmers and livestock officers. And that is how Botswana acquired the skills required for cattle management. Incidentally the largest cattle farmer in Botswana is a Kenyan. Do your research. We are not competing... we are just not loud in our accolades as Kenyans / East Africans.
👏🏾 Good for him, especially a Kenyan. There are also quite a few of us "African Americans" here in Botswana and other Diasporans that are into agriculture, BPO and more. Welcome to Botswana.
@Lynnmots
Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to come back home my mother land. Now you encouraging me to see someone making it in my country Botswana hence am here abroad . Anyone soon I will join you
@chebontoroitich7509
Жыл бұрын
I desire to learn more about Botswana. How is the construction sector?
@africanchildsouljah
Жыл бұрын
wow that is cool we look upto our AA brothers and sisters every contribution in remaking and rebuilding africa our homeland is highly appreciated and we encourage more fusion of ideas..i live in states but from kenya soon moving back
@thatieg2719
Жыл бұрын
@@chebontoroitich7509 unfortunately mostly dominated by the Chinese...
@LucianComanphotography
Жыл бұрын
Is just a hyped empowerment video, so ranks higher on you tube, that poor guy is really struggling, by no means he is making money from what he got there.
I like how articulate and grounded he is.
This is very inspiring, as a young Motswana who had regrets of not taking an agricultural course in University I now have a different perspective.
This wonderful farming ...am proud of him...am from Jamaica 🇯🇲 and these videos are inspiring me to take trip to Botswana 🇧🇼
Thanks Tayo Aina for this interview, God will make this very young man to prosper because he didn't choose to go for rituals for his business to grow faster as many business people do so in our continent.
The best learning is through your own experience, when you visit a country, you learn so many good things. Thanks for the good work.KZreadr from Sao Paulo.Brasil.
I’m finding it hard to believe he is 22. He is so smart and eloquent. Dude knows what he’s doing. Bless up 🙌🏾🌍❤️🇳🇬
@gloriaamase9764
Жыл бұрын
Mwili kubwa ni mbaya inafanya mtu kuonekana mzee😅
@tobbyoryokot1437
Жыл бұрын
@@gloriaamase9764 lakini wewe..hahaha
@AmeZidi_
Жыл бұрын
@@gloriaamase9764 😂usianze hapa vayolence. Shh...
Africa the land of Milk and Honey. God blessed Africa with plenty of food, water, and other resources. Africa is a vast and diverse continent with a rich history and culture. It is also a land of great natural beauty and abundance. Africa is home to some of the world's most fertile land, and it is a major producer of food and other agricultural products. Africa also has abundant water resources, including rivers, lakes, and aquifers. These resources have the potential to support a large and prosperous population.
@larsstougaard7097
Жыл бұрын
Yeah it's only a matter of good and honest leadership, healthy environment and laws for entrepreneurs and social stability. I hope for the best .
At 22 years with that right thinking mindset he’s parents did a great job in raising him kudos tayo
Can’t wait for this Botswana series.
@TayoAinaFilms
Жыл бұрын
More coming soon! Thank you
This kid is mature for his age that’s amazing.
Currently studying BSc in Sustainable Food Systems and I'm so inspired by his work and dedication.
Thank you so much Tayo for always shining a light on Africa 🌍.
I see the Zambian discipline in him 🇿🇲keep pushing sir
Lot's of love from botswana ❤🇧🇼🇧🇼
Wow wow Isaac my nephew, I am so proud of the man you have become. Just a few years ago I was babysitting you and now all I just heard from you is entrepreneurship wisdom and inspiration. Your mindset at your age is super impressive and I believe you will go very far with your business and as a person. Continue growing and increasing your knowledge every day like you’re doing. I pray and wish you all the best and endless success ❤️.
@tonygee5680
Жыл бұрын
Well done to a great job ❤
@lydian.sheehama3473
8 ай бұрын
❤
@lydian.sheehama3473
8 ай бұрын
Super impressive indeed
So young and so mature! I wish my son will have such vision. And yep, university isn't always needed and sometimes a huge waste of time if you have a different mindset. God bless you young man.
As a Zambian whose vision is similar to yours, this video makes me happy coz i know theres more like us who plan to end importing food from developed countries. Keep up the good work man !!!!
@lecyber-purgatoire9803
Жыл бұрын
Thank you to be one of the guys that will help africans to stay away from western aids. I hope you and the guy on this video will success!!
@scott.baierscott2198
10 ай бұрын
😂😂😂 a simple Google search if farmable land in your country and your country population Saya it won't ever happen unless about half die off. You'll always need imported food. Nice try. Posting for clout doesn't change facts😂😂
Plan is to go back home ✈️🇧🇼🇧🇼 and into Farming I’m still learning from the best I’m proper inspired 👏👏
He must have lived all his life in Botswana. He's got a Botswana accent.
@icecreambodyrolls
Жыл бұрын
Fr
@masegom.4409
Жыл бұрын
Thought as much. Born and bred in BW. The accent is ours proper! Wonder why he calls himself a Kenyan when his father is Zambian. I know most Africans take after their fathers NOT mothers. Nice content though and congratulations to the young man.
@josephshonga178
Жыл бұрын
@@masegom.4409 Maybe he's Kenyan by citizenship. Any way that's how he identifies himself, I respect that.
@muhammadnawaz5039
Жыл бұрын
He is. That's all. Human being.
@masjm7278
Жыл бұрын
Yeah , Taught by BATSWANA, There's a saying !! Leopard never Changing it's SPOTS. Now Credit goes to her Mothers Homeland. Not BOTSWANA , Interesting DON'T you Think?
Our children should have the option of pursuing a craft over varsity. Let's build successful businesses 🎉
Only if all Africa would think like this guy it change world
@tvs9978
Жыл бұрын
Most Africans do think like this guy. Access to capital is the limitibg factor. Not everyone has parents they can go to to get a start
This is beautiful to watch we need this in all countries!🇭🇹✊🏾
I'm impressed with Isaac Kasondes venture. Having lived in Botswana for 13 years I know this is no easy project. It takes real guts & focus and he has it all. With proper support Isaac is capable with feeding the population with real standard produce. God bless you abundantly!
@MrGengad
Жыл бұрын
School is not for everyone, as long you know how to read and write that should be enough. Standard education prepares you to be slave where in the other hand self-education makes you rich. Clearly this young man has patient and hanger to be rich.
@shishi1527
Жыл бұрын
Hallo Ms. Rose. Hope, you are well since you left Botswana.Rachel Muraya son has found his passion. Hopefully, he will end up like Mr. Kathurima.
@LucianComanphotography
Жыл бұрын
huh what are you impressed about? Subsistence farming and make a bit of money is 20HA up, he got nothing there to make him real money, that man is strugling despite his hard work. If some more money do not pour from his parents scaling will be just a dream.
Fascinating work by a Kenyan. Proud seeing kenyans succeed
So much wisdom from this guy, patience and hardwork were the key points of his message, really loved his view on long term success, which is what many people don't plan for. This was a well rounded video 🙏 learnt alot
I have admired the work of that young man. African should support and encourage many young people rather than putting them down. There is no one who is a drop out , drop out in what. The creator created intelligent and wisdom and knowledge in human beings . The young guy has a vision of his future and he knows where the world is going. Keep up you are on the right track.
A real inspiration, thank you, I hope you keep sharing. I agree this is the land of milk and honey, people need to embrace their home land and put their heads down and produce.
Love African people lo❤the continente 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉thanks for your inspiration 🎉
Fascinating mindset. Apples don't fall far, aye! And his English skills are top-notch. You should ask him how he spends his free time
Woooooww. ❤ from Botswana 🇧🇼
Kudos my fellow Kenyan impressed. I'm actually doing this back here in Kenya. Nice seeing another younger Kenyan doing this in Botswana. Big up. I'm inspired
@bellaolum9768
Жыл бұрын
He's Botswana born and bred 😅
@martoweche536
Жыл бұрын
@@bellaolum9768 and... 😏
@bellaolum9768
Жыл бұрын
@@martoweche536 with a Kenyan mother and a Zambian father Lol
what i love about your videos is that you take all of us on a journey with you. Your channel is all about positivity. I think many people are looking at africa with intrest, we want to know what's happening there. There are some other channels that started out like yours, showcasing africa, Highlighting good things happening in the continent. But the main channel i followed turned mostly into anti western propaganda, where instead of highlighting africa it seems like the focus of the channel shifted to portraying any non-african entity as evil. Many people here are not evil. We look at the future positively, I think most people , anywhere in the world become happy when they see entrepreneurs in africa make it. We all saw the speed at which certain Asian countries caught up to the west. We live in a time where humans can interact with each other so much more easily. When korea, japan, etc suddenly started sharing their culture people loved it. Modern manga/anime was inspired by western comics. Japan created it's own take on it. And now it's loved all around the world, sparking countries like china, korea, vietnam or even some western countries to create their own anime. Korean movies and series are blowing up in popularity. Not to mention good food you get exposed to nowadays thanks to cultural exchange. People build and improve on the ideas of others. I personally can't wait for the future. Africa has so many people. There's so much potential for people sharing their world, and their story. I think you're one of the early adapters, you're doing great work. Africa has many unique things to offer to the world, and you're showing some of those!
@TayoAinaFilms
Жыл бұрын
This is such a heartfelt comment. Thank you so much for sharing your perspective. I believe Africa has a big part to play in Global econimics and im Glad the world is waking up to this.
@survivingwhitezaddy2.5
Жыл бұрын
This is all white cry babble talk. If the "west," didn't have such a disingenuous and 3vil history with the continent there wouldn't be no need to showcase their dirty laundry, it's very imperative that we showcase every chance we get what the west has done and (continues) to do. Please cry us a river elsewhere.
As a Namibian 🇳🇦 this is inspiring much love brother.
Botswana is the one black African country that is truly democratic, but effectively run, zero tolerance for corruption, very peaceful and very caring towards it's citizens. No other country in black Africa can claim that.
@lebo5281
Жыл бұрын
Interesting. Why is Fmr President Khama a refugee again?
@thato97
Жыл бұрын
@@lebo5281 Its petsonal grudges. I hate to see him a refugee. I really like him. The now President is not good at all.
@lebo5281
Жыл бұрын
@Jemimah Keb Thank you. Ke raya gone gore presenting Bots as this perfect democracy without any corruption, is in itself a disservice to Batswana. Silence is not perfection.
@revoniamabutho9343
Жыл бұрын
@@lebo5281 During his time he was a dictator.He is a power hungry dictator.
@lebo5281
Жыл бұрын
@Revonia Mabutho Exactly what I am saying. So much for "truly democratic". Even after the current one's tenure, there will be stories that emerge, the UN has already expressed its complaint.
I was in Botswana last month, very lovely people, hot weather , and yes watch out for those cows on the motorways especially at nights
@TayoAinaFilms
Жыл бұрын
yesss. Those fat cows who walk as if they own the road. 😂
@classicvwride7520
Жыл бұрын
@Tayo Aina ....I was really petrified by them driving during the nights, I drove all the Southern African countries starting from South Africa, Botswana and Namibia was dope! Enjoy Botswana Tayo
@palesamogorosi8939
Жыл бұрын
Cops rarely carry guns in Botswana and apparently it has to do with the low crime rate unlike what we have here in South Africa. Botswana is pretty peaceful and safe.
Wooooow I’m overwhelmed by this brother’s involvement and quick success. May Allah keep blessing you and your team . I’m also planning to farm
Welcome to Botswana. Enjoy your stay and if possible, make yourself available. Ready to take you around
As an aspiring farmer and farm owner, I'm really inspired
He seems honest, calm and well educated. WE NEED MORE PEOPLE LIKE HIM IN AFRICA! if one day i go to Botswana i wanna meet this guy, he inspired me!
Growing your own food is like printing your own money🥰🥰🥰🥰
Great content Tayo never disappoints. This is one of the biggest KZread channel that has very positive content. Kudos to Tayo and Wode Maya.
Agriculture is NOW🍃
He is actually in business you can tell from how humble he is. There is NO ONE doing business who isnt humble
Setting a great example for young Africans. Love from Eritrea
I loved this African farm and this African farmer’s way of thinking. It is great to see Africans developing and reaping the financial rewards from the African continent. Africa has so much to offer! (I despise foreign investment and occupation of African countries.)
Asante sana son thank you for putting Botswana on the map n even more for showing young Batswana this great project May God give you more days to live n give back to humanity
Made love for Isaac Kasonde, for showing how it's possible for youth right here in botswana can dominant, motswana or not, we are still the key component to Our countries future and africa as a whole. Nice going age mate.
This man really sounds like he knows what he is doing, and has what it takes to expand and really do well for himself. Unfortunately the title is rather misleading as his operation is very small, even for Botswana. I wish him all the best.
Wow! As a zambian and a lover of farming, am so proud and encoraged by this young Zambian man and what he's doing...🇿🇲🇿🇲🇿🇲
I feel so inspired as a Motswana who is currently researching and about to start my farm journey in my 10 Hectares also..
Real Man's heart, love the work of this Farmer... can't wait to see his growth in the future... God Bless
A phenomenal young guy right there, truly inspirational, keep going bro, Thanks alot Tayo for selling Africa to the world. Countries like Kenya have been ravaged by extreme corruption and greed beyond repair.
💪🏾🙏🏾 Love to see my brother Isaac showcasing what Botswana has to offer… Tayo must come back to see what else Kenyans are doing in Botswana 🙏🏾🐂
@tonygee5680
Жыл бұрын
How did Chams media miss dis??
@njambikinyua7263
Жыл бұрын
wooow. seems like there is a whole kenyan community in botswana. Shine on your African spirit.
@aina kindly check your headings in future videos to avoid unnecessary controversy. Iam Kenyan myself and very proud of my brother from another mother but he is more Zambian than Kenyan as his dad is Zambian. The Botswana govt should accord him honorary citizenship he is heading for bigger things. Pan-Africanism at its best here.
That's why they say Kenyans are entrepreneurs and hardworking people. Amazing
Is that Issac i just saw I'm still shocked. Congratulations bro you have done well for yourself.
Congratulations 👏 very inspiring story. Africa is rising stronger everyday
Well Mr Kasonde,so happy for you young man
There's nothing better than this land on so many levels
Funny how society see him as dropout. He just had his own skill and not just in to the stereotype and the rest is history for his success. Well done to him.
We need more people like this in Africa Respect
I love the kind of questions the interviewer asks. So helpful to the audience. Edit: I've just subscribed today to this useful channel.
He has a great mother who is also pushing me for entrepreneurship as a motswana.that woman is a guru in business and has a heart of Gold.❤
Great country! Great people! Great video! Very inspiring
*"...Stop looking at the outside [Euro/Anglo Western] world as the gateway to success."* Nuff said.
I always tell people to watch out for Botswana - a small population doing amazing things
Let's protect and support Isaac at all costs. The mans is a treasure chest of knowledge by now.
I love the way He said my parents helped and are loving. Most people sometimes makes a fool out of other young entrepreneurs by telling them lies about how they started. At some point someone will always help you. Big ups
This young man is inspirational. Much respect to him.
WRONG TITLE PLEASE. He is not a drop out, he decided he did not want to go to university or college. The is in a farming university rught now. Learning hands on. At 22 year's , i admire his work ethics, ambitions, talking of 15 to 20 year plan in farming, means he has a vision for the long grind. Give him credit. After listening to the young man i am dissapointed by your title. Congratulation Isaac, you are doing great. In another 5 years will read about the successful young man in farming. Blessings
Very mature young man for his 22years. Extremely hardworking and truly an inspiration for the young people who look down upon farming as being lucrative
Really appreciate this young boy from Ethiopia. This boy inspired me to invest in this farming industry God bledd you boy. 🙏🙏🙏
Excellent, more Botswana videos please 🙏
New mindset, new Africa. Congratulations Africa.
Tayo must be enjoying his salads now... Thanks bro i enjoyed it. Bostwana and Namibia are 2 very beautiful countries in the south
Good that he loves farming. What’s even better is that he has parents that helped set him up.
Amazing that such a young man recognized a need and started a business to fulfill his vision, well done!👏🏻
Isaac's dad is one of the great person in Business n very humble man of God for that matter.
what a gem..he's already successful in my opinion because success starts with your daily habits, combine that with patience and playing the long term game your eons ahead of your competitors..big up!!
Isaac has it all at his finger tips! Very impressive ❤
His story is motivating. Seeing stories like this is encouraging to entrepreneurs.