Isolation, Mental health and African Entrepreneurs feat. Dr Ikpeme Neto
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In this episode of OnPeople, hosts Toun and Aniema sit with Dr. Ikpeme Neto, a medical doctor, entrepreneur, and health economist with over a decade of experience in the healthcare sector. He is the founder of Wellahealth, a micro health insurance company for high-occurrence diseases in Africa. With a diverse knowledge on entrepreneurship, health and leadership Dr. Neto brings a wealth of knowledge to the conversation.
He discusses the impact of isolation, revealing data from his early research that states over 60% of African entrepreneurs show signs of clinical depression. Dr. Neto also highlights how urbanization, decreased community participation, and remote work contribute to social isolation. He offers practical advice on maintaining social connections, managing stress, and finding balance.
Tune in to listen in on Dr. Neto’s thoughts on building oneself as a better mentee and how passion has been a drive for his leadership journey.
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