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Reflections from the Malawi–Zimbabwe Community Foundations Convening
Reflections from the Malawi–Zimbabwe Community Foundations Convening 18 – 19 February 2026 Nolwazi Ndlovu and Eddah Jowah There is something deeply inspiring about bringing people together across borders, especially people who are doing the slow, often invisible work of building Community Foundations (CFs) from the ground up. The Community Foundations of Malawi and Zimbabwe Convening held in Lilongwe in February was
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Unlocking Africa’s Philanthropic Potential: Key Lessons from the 2025 Global Philanthropy Environment Index
2025 Global Philanthropy Environment Index: Findings and Implications for Sub-Saharan Africa Join a discussion with researchers and practitioners to reflect on findings in the 2025 Global Philanthropy Index. Join this webinar hosted by SIVIO Institute, the Centre of African Philanthropy and Social Impact (CAPSI) and the IU Lilly Family School of Philanthropy.
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We Are One Quiz Night
View this post on Instagram A post shared by weareonefund (@weareonefund) Trivia, laughter, community, and purpose.Thank you to everyone who came out to our We Are One Fund Quiz Night in support of frontline organisations working every day to end gender-based violence in Zimbabwe. Together, we raised 600 USD to help provide safe shelter, medical assistance
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We Are One Fund – High Tea
Yesterday, the British Ambassador’s Residence became a space of solidarity and strategy. Women in business came together to learn about the We Are One Fund and explore how we can support frontline Gender Based Violence organisations in Zimbabwe. Pledges were made. Tea was shared. Powerful stories reminded us: GBV is real, and it affects every
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SIVIOKonect Takes the Stage at Asakhe: Shaping Africa’s Governance and Accountability Conversation
SIVIOKonect Takes the Stage at Asakhe: Shaping Africa’s Governance and Accountability Conversation On October 15, Communications Associate Claire Nyamayaro featured on Asakhe, a CITEZW-hosted platform, to discuss key highlights from the latest edition of SIVIOKonect. SIVIOKonect Issue 3 illuminates the power of citizen agency across Africa, capturing how communities are driving accountability, innovation, and inclusive governance
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We Are One Tiripamwe Sisonke Fund
View this post on Instagram A post shared by weareonefund (@weareonefund) In Zimbabwe today, gender‑based violence is not an abstract statistic — it is a daily emergency. One in four women will experience violence in her lifetime, and behind every number is a woman whose life has been shattered, a family destabilized, a community shaken.
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Africa’s Path – New Insight
Africa stands at a crossroads—rich in potential, yet navigating complex global and domestic challenges. The latest Insight from Dr Murisa offers a timely and thought-provoking analysis of the continent’s evolving trajectory. From shifting geopolitical alliances to the urgent need for economic resilience and inclusive governance, this piece unpacks the forces shaping Africa’s future. Key Themes
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Recap of the 2025 Southern Africa Trust Partners Meeting
Recap of the 2025 Southern Africa Trust Partners Meeting From the 1st to the 2nd of July, SIVIO Institute was part of the Zimbabwe partner’s workshop that was convened by Southern Africa Trust (SAT) in Harare. The workshop was put together to bring together partners working on issues related to climate justice, gender justice, and economic and
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East African Philanthropy Network Conference
East African Philanthropy Network Conference Our Executive Director, Dr. Tendai Murisa, participated in the recently concluded East African Philanthropy Network Conference in Kigali, Rwanda, alongside other philanthropy leaders and professionals from across Africa. The gathering brought together over 500 distinguished professionals from across Africa, all dedicated to advancing the philanthropic landscape. The theme for the
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Engaging civil society in the APRM process: Lessons from Southern Africa
Engaging civil society in the APRM process: Lessons from Southern Africa Attended by Eddah Jowah From the 3 – 4th of June 2025, we participated in a regional meeting organised by the South African Institute for International Affairs (SAIIA). Since 2018, SAIIA has been working closely with civil society organisations (CSOs) in southern Africa to raise
