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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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Our Year in Review
In 2025, we focused on resilience by enhancing accountability, amplifying citizen voices, and creating inclusive tools. Our journey included promise trackers and partnerships that drove change. Watch to find out what we have been up to this year. You can also explore a timeline of our activities below: https://sivioinstitute.org/what-we-do#timeline
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Africa’s Path – Part 2 | What If… We Think Differently?
Africa’s Path – Part 2 | What If… We Think Differently? In this concluding episode of Africa’s Path, we move from diagnosis to action. Building on the continent’s current challenges, the conversation centres on what must be done to reclaim Africa’s development agenda. We explore practical solutions that empower local entrepreneurs, strengthen agency, and unlock
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Africa’s Path – Part 1 | What If… We Think Differently?
Africa’s Path – Part 1 | What If… We Think Differently? This opening episode of Africa’s Path explores the continent’s current economic and social crossroads, drawing on an earlier insight. We unpack Africa’s debt challenges, food insecurity, and reliance on imports, while highlighting the urgent need to reframe prosperity beyond GDP. The conversation teases bold
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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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Community Foundations and the Philanthropy Ecosystem – Dialogue
Community Foundations and the Pilanthropy Ecosystem Join us for an online discussion on the impact of Community Foundations on philanthropy in Malawi and Zimbabwe, featuring insights from the latest research on the philanthropy ecosystem in Malawi and Zimbabwe.
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So What? African Citizens Watch: Turning Civic Tech into Accountability
So What? African Citizens Watch: Turning Civic Tech into Accountability What does civic tech actually change—and how do we know it is working? In this episode, we unpack the “So What?” question behind African Citizens Watch, a platform built to strengthen public accountability across Africa. From promises to actions, we explore how African Citizens Watch
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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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Building and strengthening ecosystems of community-based philanthropic organisations
Building and strengthening ecosystems of community-based philanthropic organisations Originally posted on The Alliance Magazine blog: https://www.alliancemagazine.org/blog/building-and-strengthening-ecosystems-of-community-based-philanthropic-organisations/ In response to growing regulatory pressures and global aid cuts, we have been involved in a philanthropy ecosystems approach to build resilience across Africa. In partnership with community philanthropy organisations (CPOs) in Malawi and Zimbabwe, we have supported the
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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