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Building Resilient Communities: The Power of Community Foundations and Network Building in Philanthropy
Reality check- No one is coming to rescue Africa! For decades, Official Development Assistance (ODA) from developed countries has been existing to tackle various challenges in Africa. The Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) system also rose on the continent to address Africa’s challenges and complement government efforts. Throughout all these interventions, community efforts to address their own
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The NGO of the Future
The sudden closure of USAID has sent shockwaves through Africa’s social service sector, forcing many NGOs to either shut down or drastically cut back their programs. This report delves into the profound implications of this funding crisis, highlighting the immediate challenges faced by these organisations. It explores the ripple effects on communities that rely heavily
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Open Access Book: African Philanthropy
African Philanthropy Philanthropic Responses to Covid-19 and Development Goals in Africa This book, initially published in March 2023, is now accessible as an Open Access. The book offers a fresh and compelling exploration of African philanthropy and development. It provides a critical analysis of philanthropic responses in both crisis and non-crisis situations, emphasizing how collaborations
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What If Re-broadcasts on HSTV
What If Re-broadcasts on HSTV We are excited to share that our What if Series is being rebroadcast on the much-loved Heart and Soul TV (HSTV). The episodes are being rebroadcast every Tuesday at 2pm. The What if series is a collection of development focused conversations that seek to reimagine being and life conditions of
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African Philanthropy: Kicking Away the Scaffold
As the field of ‘African philanthropy’ grows, there is an emerging divergence of what the term actually means. There are three notable tendencies in trying to answer this question; first, there is a school of thought which states that African philanthropy is about the growth of a new set of resources (financial and otherwise) that
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POLL: Governance Challenges in Africa
Governance Challenges in Africa Governance challenges in Africa are multifaceted, with accountability being a central issue. Despite the occurrence of elections, many African democracies struggle to deliver transformative development, often resembling undemocratic regimes where elites prioritize personal gain over public service. The lack of accountability among public officials has led to stagnation in development, with
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The Big Bet for 2025: Revitalizing Accountability in African Democracies
Big Bet 2025: Revitalizing Accountability in African Democracies As we step into 2025, there is a palpable sense of anticipation for a brighter future across various facets of our lives, including the state of our democracies. The past year has been a mixed bag for African nations, with several countries undergoing elections that yielded new
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What If – African Philanthropy Series – Part 5
In this episode, we discuss the supposed ephemeral nature of community-based foundations practising philanthropy in African Philanthropy. In this conversation, Tendai and Nontsikelelo interrogate the lack of systems, structure, and sustainability of African organisations. Although agile and responsive, Tendai posits that such African philanthropy organisations have not set themselves up for permanence because in their
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What If – African Philanthropy Series – Part 4
In this episode, we discuss the future of African Philanthropy as well as its vast potential to contribute towards the development of the continent. The conversation highlights emerging opportunities for giving from a growing African middle class, an engaged and connected youthful population and the growing impact of African multinational corporations with larger capacities to
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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