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  • What If – African Philanthropy Series – Part 3

    What If – African Philanthropy Series – Part 3


    In this episode, Murisa and Nontsikelelo Nzula examine the cultural factors influencing philanthropic practices in Africa, contrasting community-driven initiatives with global giving. They discuss the roles of High-Net-Worth Individuals and corporate philanthropy in the African context, emphasizing the necessity for African philanthropy to transcend external frameworks. The discussion advocates for developing a strong ecosystem comprising…

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  • What If – African Philanthropy Series – Part 2

    What If – African Philanthropy Series – Part 2


    In this episode, we undertake a comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted nature of African philanthropy. Our discussion delves into its historical roots and traces the evolution of philanthropic practices through various eras. We examine the impact of urbanization, noting how it can dilute the communal bonds that traditionally underpin philanthropy. Additionally, we consider the role…

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  • Advocacy Training


    IRI approached SIVIO to develop and conduct a 2-day workshop for the Residents Association and other Civil Society leaders. The workshop is focused on developing an advocacy strategy.

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  • Whose Gig Economy is it anyway? – MozFest House Zambia

    Whose Gig Economy is it anyway? – MozFest House Zambia

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    With the rise of fintech, new challenges like privacy, security, and equitable access are emerging. In this session of MozFest House Zambia, Belinda Chaora joins a panel to unpack these issues with the presenting sponsor, Visa. The panel cuts through the noise to address the real impact of financial technology. Listen to the session below…

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  • Public Participation Toolkit


    SIVIO revised the toolkit and primer that outlines the value of public participation and will be used to guide GIZ advisors to facilitate participatory processes in their respective countries on the continent. The toolkit was then reviewed and approved by regional colleagues to ensure context. adaptability.

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  • Our Team is part of the APN Assembly 2024

    Our Team is part of the APN Assembly 2024

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    The APN Assembly serves as the flagship event of the APN, bringing together members, their partners, and field practitioners. Its purpose is to facilitate the sharing of experiences, new knowledge, and collective reflections on the development of Africa, while; we collectively promote the voice and action for African philanthropy. https://assembly.or.tz/ Our team is in Victoria Falls…

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  • Community Foundations of Zimbabwe Network

    Community Foundations of Zimbabwe Network

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    On the 4th of November 2024, we hosted the second face-to-face convening of Community Foundations of Zimbabwe in Victoria Falls. Out of the 12 organisations currently making up the network, 11 attended the meeting. The meeting started with understanding the perceptions of why attendees thought they had gathered. Attendees listed their expectations or what they…

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  • Living Rights Festival – Holding the powerful to account in Africa

    Living Rights Festival – Holding the powerful to account in Africa


    Conversation hosted on ZOOM in partnership with the Institute for African Alternatives The living rights of citizens are under galloping threat by the impunity of the powerful. The most brutal and clearest expression of this threat is the ongoing genocide inflicted on Palestinians by an Israeli regime that continues to enjoy the support of governments,…

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