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Podcast Series: The Future of NGOs – Part 1
We are back with a new season of the What If… We Think Differently? Podcast. This 4-part series will discuss the future of NGOs, especially concerning their long-term sustainability. In this episode, we discuss the dramatic shifts in NGO funding that unfolded in January 2025, focusing on the significant cuts to official development aid by…
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Infrastructures for the Future Convening
From April 8th to 10th, we had the privilege of participating in the Infrastructures for the Future convening, graciously hosted by Inspire Change. Infrastructures for the Future (IF) is a global gathering of community foundation support organisations (CFSO) and their allies. It brings together practitioners leading national and regional CFSO working in Africa, the Americas,…
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Building Sustainable NGOs – A New Udemy Course
The funding landscape is shifting dramatically, and donor-dependent NGOs across Africa are feeling the impact. The recent closure of USAID is just one example of a broader trend—many funders have already scaled back their official development aid commitments. Now, more than ever, NGOs must explore innovative funding models to remain resilient. This masterclass series, developed…
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Assessment of the Fulfilment of Election Promises by 5 African Governments- African Citizens Watch Country Briefs-2024
In 2018, SIVIO Institute established the zimcitizenswatch.org Platform, which was a tracking tool to assess the fulfilment of promises made to citizens by the elected Government of Zimbabwe. This platform grew as additional countries were included and became known as the African Citizens Watch platform. The platform was expanded in 2024 to include the newly…
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2024 Annual Report
Our 2024 Annual Report has been published. In it, we review the year through our activities, achievements, milestones and growing influence on the African continent. This report marks the 4th year of our 2021 to 2030 strategy and highlights our achievements in Civic Engagement, Philanthropy and Communities, and Economic Development and Livelihoods, showcasing increased engagement…
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Building a Concerted Movement of Youths and Women for Democracy and Development
Over the past 11 months, we have had the privilege of collaborating with 15 inspiring Zimbabwean leaders, dedicated to building robust advocacy organizations and empowering their movements. Our team has been diligently working to strengthen these movements through an intensive Policy Advocacy Lab process. Together, we have delved deep into the critical issue of access…
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Our Team is part of the APN Assembly 2024
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
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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AJIS Volume 4 – Africa’s Quest for Inclusion: Trends and Patterns
African Journal of Inclusive Societies Launches Fourth Volume: “Africa’s Quest for Inclusion: Trends and Patterns” The African Journal of Inclusive Societies (AJIS) is proud to announce the release of its fourth volume, titled “Africa’s Quest for Inclusion: Trends and Patterns.” This latest edition delves into the multifaceted efforts and ongoing challenges faced by African nations…