Careers in tech often look glamorous from the outside. The job titles, conference panels, and LinkedIn updates all give the impression of a clear path to the top. In reality, the journey is full of pivots, detours and second guesses. Few people capture that better than Benjamin Dada.
His story reflects both the risks and the rewards of building a career in an industry that is constantly changing. In our conversation, Benjamin spoke openly about the choices he regrets, the lessons he has learnt, and why he reminds everyone to view their careers as a marathon shaped by time and chance.
The result is an honest look at what it means to build a career in African tech, told through the perspective of someone who has experienced its highs and lows at different stages.
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Last updated: September 5, 2025
