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What If – African Philanthropy Series – Part 1
This episode of What If We Think Differently _ African Philanthropy is the first in a series of conversations around philanthropy and what it looks like in Africa. The conversation starts with a definition of philanthropy with a spotlight on Ubuntu- the African concept of “I am because you are”. In this episode, we demonstrate…
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OPINION | Zimbabwe’s bold new land tenure plan: Here are the many challenges and opportunities that lie ahead
Originally posted on newZWire: https://newzwire.live/opinion-zimbabwes-bold-new-land-tenure-plan-here-are-the-many-challenges-and-opportunities-that-lie-ahead/ By Tendai Murisa The Government of Zimbabwe announced a major shift on land tenure in farms acquired under the fast-track land reform programme. According to the announcement, the government intends to issue a bankable form of title to land where the landowners can borrow against the land and sell the land…
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Community Philanthropy for Community-Led Development: Reflections from Sub-Saharan Africa
Originally posted by African Philanthropy Network (APN) – https://apn.or.tz/blog/community-philanthropy-for-community-led-development-reflections-from-sub-saharan-africa/ The recent webinar hosted by the African Philanthropy Network (APN) and SGS Consulting showcased the role of community philanthropy in driving community-led development and mobilizing social justice resources in sub-Saharan Africa. Key questions explored included how community philanthropy actors leverage domestic resources to sustain their work,…
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African Philanthropy Conference – Plenary Session on the CAPSI Mastercard Project
This plenary session discusses the CAPSI and Mastercard Foundation Project with a panel comprising of implementation Country Partners of which SIVIO Institute is the Zimbabwe Partner.
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An Africa Network Conversation: The Importance of Youth Participation in Democratic Processes
Dialogue hosted by the Kettering Foundation: https://conta.cc/46HEE1l Africa has the youngest population in the world with more than 400 million people between the ages of 15 and 35, according to the African Union’s website. One of the biggest challenges is harnessing the potential of this group to drive the continent’s growth and development and to counter…
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Conversations on African Philanthropy – Agrarian Community and Civil Society in Zimbabwe
Tendai Murisa is the Founder and Executive Director of the SIVIO Institute. He is a development practitioner, researcher, and advocate for pro-poor development across Africa. In this conversation with Prof Moyo, Tendai reflects on the lessons and growth gained over the last few years, touching on points such as Listen to the podcast:
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UbuntuGiving Podcast: Cross-Cultural Comparisons – Inurere Series
Cross-Cultural Comparisons: How African Practices Compare and Connect with Global Giving Traditions. About This Episode: In this insightful episode, Bidemi and Tendai explore how African giving traditions compare and connect with global philanthropic practices. They discuss the profound impact these traditions have on communities and how they can be integrated into modern philanthropic frameworks. Tendai…
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Freedom of choice in Rwanda’s presidential elections is an illusion
Opinion Piece originally posted in Mail & Guardian: https://mg.co.za/thought-leader/opinion/2024-07-30-freedom-of-choice-in-rwandas-presidential-elections-is-an-illusion/ Freedom of choice in Rwanda’s presidential elections is an illusion By Nyasha Mcbride Mpani and Tendai Murisa Rwandese once again went to the polls to elect their president, who will lead them for the next five years. As expected by many political analysts, Paul Kagame won with an overwhelming…
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South Africa’s Elections Are a Warning Sign for Democracy
Originally posted by Kettering Foundation: https://www.kettering.org/news/south-africas-elections-are-a-warning-sign-for-democracy/ In 1994, the world watched South Africa’s first democratic election, celebrating the victory of Nelson Mandela’s African National Congress (ANC). This year, for the first time in three decades, the ANC lost its majority amid growing frustrations with the party’s ability to deliver on its promises. Tendai Murisa warns…
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