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Transforming philanthropy to transform the world: a call for change
Ahead of the WINGSForum, co-hosted this year with the Africa Philanthropy Network (APN) in Nairobi, Kenya from October 3-5, 2023, the theme of the forum, ‘Transforming Philanthropy to Transform the World,’ has sparked a deep …
Rewriting the narrative: The problem with problem-framing
Born near the slopes of Mount Elgon in Western Kenya, my upbringing was rich with stories that served as the lifeblood of our community. However, too often when it came to the tales told by …
Rockefeller Foundation invests $1 billion towards sustainable development goals
The Rockefeller Foundation says it will invest $1 billion towards tackling the climate crisis and ensuring it benefits marginalised communities, as part of a wider shift towards sustainable development goals (SDGs). It is the first …
Get set for WINGS 2023: Nairobi
We are living in catastrophic times where situations are complex, and things cannot continue as they are. Beyond the crises, what new horizons can we create for our world? How can we reimagine philanthropy as …
African Philanthropy Conference 2023
The African Philanthropy Conference is an annual gathering of the continent’s philanthropic institutions and stakeholders. Since its inception, the conference has provided an opportunity for academics, practitioners, philanthropic leaders, donors, think tanks and government officials, …
African Philanthropy: from Inflection point to radical transformation – what will it take?
The theme of the fourth Africa Philanthropy Conference that took place in Dakar and Saly between 31st July – 4th August was African Philanthropy at an Inflection Point, with sessions across four themes: People, Power, …
The future of African philanthropy: A reflection of the 4th African Philanthropy Conference
Reflecting on the 4th African Philanthropy Conference held recently in Dakar, the resonating theme, African philanthropy at an inflection point focusing on people, power, practice and policy, lingers prominently in my thoughts. This year’s conference …
Empowering the collective: Reimagining a community-driven World
The African proverb, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together,” is not just a poetic reflection of community unity but a deep understanding of effective societal …
Of, by, for the systems: Unraveling philanthropy’s quest for systemic change
The contemporary philanthropic landscape is constantly evolving, aiming not only to address the symptoms of societal issues but also to alter the very systems perpetuating these challenges. This approach, known as “systems change”, seeks to …
Shaping the future of African Philanthropy: Reflections from the 4th Conference on Pan-African and Feminist Philanthropies
The 4th African Philanthropy Conference, held in Saly, Senegal from August 2nd to 4th, 2023, brought together a diverse group of philanthropists, practitioners, academics, and activists to engage in insightful discussions and reflections on various …
