The Radical Entrepreneur
Dumisani, also known as ‘The Radical Entrepreneur,’ is a successful business leader with ventures in Technology, Construction, and Education. With a background in Chartered Accountancy and an MBA from the University of Lusaka, he’s currently pursuing a PhD in Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Zambia.
Heading DLN Group Limited, Dumisani oversees a range of companies, each offering specialized services. He’s renowned for organizing the Africa Must Think Conference impacting over 200,000 individuals across countries.
His commitment to entrepreneurship is evident in his ‘Championing Entrepreneurship’ campaign, including extensive walks to raise awareness. Dumisani has also served as a judge for various entrepreneurship initiatives and has conducted training sessions for notable companies like Prudential Insurance, FnB, Zanaco and Coca Cola.
Africa Must Think Conference
The Africa Must Think Conference is an annual gathering of thought leaders, entrepreneurs, activists, policymakers, and stakeholders from across the continent to deliberate and exchange ideas on Africa’s development. The conference creates a platform for dialogues on growth opportunities, challenges, and innovative solutions for sustainable development in Africa.
The Conference has in recent Past gotten bigger and better, with the 2023 conference registering an impressive attendance of 30,830 entrepreneurs at the National Heroes Stadium in Zambia, showcasing the growing interest and commitment to the African continent’s advancement. The Africa Must Think Conference is not resting on its laurels but is looking to soar even higher.
Dumisani has been the Host of the Conference from its inception in 2018 and has served as its keynote speaker multiple times. A number of notable speakers who have also graced the conference include Vusi Thembekwayo, Chibamba Kanyama, Audrey Mwala, Sonny Zulu and more.
Interesting Facts
Walked From Congo to Lusaka
Congo - Lusaka (451.5km) - 2021Solwezi - Lusaka (585.7km) - 2023
Dumisani is such a strong advocate for entrepreneurship that he has walked over 1,035 kilometers to spread awareness. This includes a 451km walk from Congo in 2021 and a 585km walk from Solwezi to Lusaka in 2023.
Grew Up in a thatched house
A rural upbringing is not the first thing you think about when you see The Radical Entrepreneur today, however, he was born and raised several kilometers away from Lusaka, Zambia's capital. It is here that he started his first venture, a small kiosk so many years ago.
About Dumisani
owned a trucking company
Age: 21Dumisani once owned a trucking company and once, one of his driver got into trouble with the police. When the police asked to see he owner, he was shocked to see a very young Dumisani, whom he mistook for the truck-owner's son!
Fitness enthusiast
Believe it or not, Dumisani enjoys keeping fit. He regularly visits the gym and sweats it out. He is also a pescatarian and a proponent of healthy eating and living in general.
Trusted Partners
Nevers Mumba
Former Republican Vice President of ZambiaDumisani's message of entrepreneurship needs to be heard by our people with such urgency that if possible, he shouldn't be sleeping at his home anymore.
Mutale
Local EntrepreneurThe Radical Entrepreneurs messages are the reason why my business is thriving so much now. I have been inspired never to give up and now my life has changed forever. This is just the beginning of my journey, but I know the best is yet to come.
MARIA
NurseI am not an entrepreneur or business inclined, but the messages from the radical entrepreneur have shown me that I can apply myself excellently in my profession, serving with the highest of my energies and delivering the best care I can.
Kelvin Kachana
CEO, KK Services Zambia LtdThe Radical Entrepreneur has shaped my business so dramatically, helping me scale up from 2 employees to over 50 employees in a short period of time while achieving record incomes and profits.
Cryil Njikeng
Investor & FilmmakerWhen you have even a single conversation with Dumisani, you will understand that he is far more than a motivational speaker. He is a business powerhouse with a desire to see the African continent rise from its current state to a level never dreamed of.
Amanda
CEO, A&G GlowI attended the Africa Must Think Conference with skepticism and I was shaken to the core by the speech Mr. Dumisani gave. I strongly believe in the revolution he is undertaking and I want to play my part by empowering my local community!
Books by The Radical Entrepreneur
Africa Must Think
In “Africa Must Think,” the author draws on personal experiences to highlight the critical mindset shift needed for Africa’s development. Through the lens of a young man growing up in Africa and troubled by the stark contrast between resource rich Africa and the standard of living of its people, the book explores how Africa’s mindset is a limiting factor. This
Building Radical Enterprising Kids
Building Radical Enterprising Kids is a guide for the parents assisting their children in following ‘The Radical Youngpreneur’ book. This book gives parents an opportunity to guide and support their children on their children on their journey to become the best version of themselves. This book will enlighten parents on how they can captivate their children into venturing into entrepreneurship
The Radical Entrepreneur
The Radical Entrepreneur – Dumisani presents several fundamental ideas in this book that each entrepreneur who intends to start a firm should understand. He begins by establishing a case for entrepreneurship, using evidence to support why we should encourage the entrepreneurial spirit. Through his entrepreneurial path, which he has revealed in this book, you will get some skills, have a
The Radical Teenpreneur
The Radical TeenPreneur is one in the DLN Entrepreneur series designed to empower teenagers to harness the entrepreneurial spirit from their teenage years. In this book, Dumisani demonstrates how teens can set themselves up for success as entrepreneurs from a young age by sharing his experience – the challenges he faced as a young entrepreneur, how he overcame them and
The Radical YoungPreneur
The Radical Youngpreneur is one in the DLN entrepreneur series designed to empower children to harness entrepreneurship from a tender age into adulthood. This series guides children on how to ignite their imagination, goal setting, becoming a practical entrepreneur, marketing and networking, financial management, developing a winning mindset and more. All this is explained in an interesting manner with colorful
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