The Conversations on African Philanthropy Podcast is an exciting library of content housed within the Centre of African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI) which is a unique institution that specialises in research and academic offerings on the study of philanthropy. In this special series, you will meet members of the Centre's team, hear how they have experienced the sector and learn about their work in developing academic offerings.Prof. Jacob Mati, Dr Melody Mandevere and Joseph Sub...

Briggs is an activist, analyst and commentator on African politics and development issues whose work has been widely published. He is currently the Programs Director at TrustAfrica, overseeing a diverse portfolio of programs and initiatives that deal with themes relevant to development and equality on the continent.In this conversation, he offers his reflections and comments on, amongst many others, - Creating a collaborative framework for mobilizing resources towards change and transfor...

Sekoetlane is a development practitioner and activist, currently serving as the Director of the African Climate Foundation's New Economy Hub.During this conversation, they reflect on recent developments impacting the work of Climate Action advocacy and unpack why Climate Change remains a crucial development matter that needs support through social investment and African philanthropy.Some of the talking points in the conversation include- Impacts of climate change on food systems and education...

Chiedza is the Senior Manager at Hlanganisa Community Fund for Social and Gender Justice, and leads its Program Development & Knowledge Management pillar. Her conversation offers insights into the importance of community-based organisations in the philanthropic ecosystem, and how efforts to strengthen partnerships between organisations working at the grassroots of development, funders and policymakers can benefit the impact of African philanthropy. She also reflects on- The barriers ...

Barbara Sematimba is the Chief Steward at CivSource Africa. She is a development practitioner with a decade of experience in human rights and social justice.In this conversation, Barbara unpacks the importance of fostering leadership within executive teams, and how creating opportunities where individuals can gain real-world experience can lead to more focused development. Other discussion points of the conversation include- Lessons from having launched development efforts- Managing with...

5511Crystal Orderson is a respected journalist who has kept communities across sub-Saharan Africa informed and engaged on current affairs. She has become a reputable voice on socio-economic issues and has influenced prominent and up-and-coming journalists in her home country of South Africa and across the continent. In this conversation, she reflects on her career and shares how she has contributed to authentically telling the stories of Africans. Other discussion points include:- Storytellin...

545554541Louise Driver is the Executive Director of the Independent Philanthropy Association of South Africa, commonly known as IPASA. In this conversation, she reflects on the organisation's work on the margins of its 2023 Philanthropy Symposium, and on the development of philanthropy in the region. Other discussion points of the conversation include- How symposiums have shifted from academic to practical- Collaborations in education and early childhood development initiatives- Challenges in...

In a special podcast episode, Bhekinkosi Moyo is joined by Dr Judy Dlamini and Janet Jobson for a conversation on leadership in African philanthropy. Recorded at the 2023 IPASA Philanthropy Symposium, the conversation is a must-watch for current and aspiring leaders who aim to enable and stimulate a progressive sector.Dr Judy Dlamini is the Chancellor of Wits University and Founder of the Female Academic Leaders Fellowship. Janet Jobson is the CEO of the Desmond & Leah Tutu Legacy Foundat...

Ebrima Sall and Ali Awni are respected leaders whose efforts have propelled the knowledge of philanthropy in West and North Africa respectively. Ebrima is the Executive Director of TrustAfrica, and Ali is the Director at the John D. Gerhart Center for Philanthropy, Civic Engagement and Responsible Business at The American University in Cairo. Both leaders have enjoyed extensive careers in research and philanthropy, and serve on the boards of organisations across the globe, informing strategie...

1Lizza is the founder of the Theana Initiative, based in Uganda. In this episode, she discusses her work on addressing period poverty and stigma through educational programmes and advocacy. In conversation with Bhekinkosi Moyo, Lizza shares her personal motivation for this work, rooted in her childhood experiences and her belief in the power of education and entrepreneurship to empower individuals.Visit the podcast webpage - https://bit.ly/484AEr3

Catherine Mwenda is the Director of Giving Tuesday Africa Hub, where she nurtures the region's visibility and fosters collaboration. In her conversation with Bhekinkosi Moyo, she sheds light on the organisation's holistic approach, advocating not just monetary support but also the donation of time, voice, and backing for systemic issues. Visit the podcast webpage - https://bit.ly/484AEr3

Rachel is a grassroots woman human rights defender, Pan-African Feminist, community organizer, Gender Justice and SRHR Activist.  In her conversation with Bhekinkosi Moyo, she shares her experiences in organising protests and memorials for fallen comrades, highlighting the power of collective action and solidarity through knowledge-gathering. Visit the podcast webpage - https://bit.ly/484AEr3

Stigmata is the Executive Director of the African Philanthropy Network. During this conversation with Bhekinkosi Moyo, she discusses the importance of systems change in philanthropy while reflecting on the growth and diversity of the sector, emphasizing the need for philanthropy to address inequalities and serve as a strategy for development. Stigmata also shares the history of the African Philanthropy Network, from its origins as the Africa Grantmakers Network to its rebranding as a...

Lulu Ng’wanakilala has over 20 years of experience in leadership and management positions, including serving as the CEO of the Legal Services Facility. She serves as the Board Chairperson of the Tanzania Women Lawyers Association (TAWLA) and Board Member of the East African Philanthropic Network, amongst others. In this episode of Conversations on African Philanthropy, Lulun discusses the importance of Africans capitalising on their own philanthropic resources and the role of community...

John Ulanga is the former Chairman of the East African Association of Grantmakers. He also serves as the Regional Director of TradeMark East Africa in Tanzania. Before joining TradeMark, he was the Vice President of External Affairs and Sustainability for BG East Africa (Tanzania and Kenya). Prior to that, John was the Executive Director of the Foundation for Civil Society, and the Economic and Social Research Foundation (ESRF). John sits on several boards as Chairman of the University...

Francis Kiwanga is the Executive Director of the Foundation for Civil Society, and the Board Chair of the African Philanthropy Network. Prior to this role, Mr. Kiwanga held positions as the Executive Director of the Legal and Human Rights Centre and as a co-founder of Matrix Consulting, a prominent legal, tax, and governance consulting firm in Arusha. With over 17 years of dedicated service within Tanzania's Civil Society, his contributions have been instrumental in shaping and advancing vari...

In this special edition, partly recorded with a live audience at the Wits Business School, Jacqueline Asiimwe takes us through her upbringing, CivSource Africa, philanthropy advisory, and her now famous walks. Jacqueline is a lawyer, leadership coach, and social development thought leader. She is the Founder of CivSource Africa, a philanthropy advisory firm that works to influence philanthropic practice through grant management and advisory services on funding, context, and strategy. Jac...

Evans Okinyi is the CEO of the East Africa Philanthropy Network (EAPN), a regional network of over 80 organisations developing and nurturing philanthropy in East Africa. He is a seasoned executive with over 9 years of progressive experience in network management, policy formulation and implementation, and stakeholder & partnership management. Evans has in his illustrious career, worked to advance progressive growth in the philanthropy sector specifically the capacity, credibility, and...

Vuyiswa Sidzumo is the Director of the Ford Foundation office in Southern Africa. Prior to joining the foundation, she spent 12 years at the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation serving as an associate program officer and program officer before becoming the country director for South Africa in 2009. Throughout her illustrious career, Vuyiswa has pioneered work in local philanthropy in South Africa and in the U.S. and currently serves as chair of the steering committee of the Africa Grantmakers’...

Alice Brown is the head of Sojourner, Tubman, Wells & Co. Consulting, an attorney with extensive experience in social justice philanthropy and civil rights litigation and advocacy. She is an international human rights advocate and an expert on the use of the law for the public good. She worked for the Ford Foundation for nearly two decades and many of these years were spent in leadership positions, engaging in innovative grant-making to support visionaries working in crucial areas such as...

Memory Zonde-Kachambwa is a pan-African intersectional feminist, gender, and women’s rights activist. She grounds her work on feminist principles. She is the Executive Director at the African Women’s Development and Communication Network (known as FEMNET). Memory is a dynamic leader in movement-building, feminist organising in policy advocacy, and networking with over 18 years of experience developing, managing, and implementing programmes promoting women's and girls rights regionally and glo...

Jessica Horn is the Regional Director at the Ford Foundation office for East Africa, and previously the Director of Programmes at the African Women's Development Fund (AWDF). She has dedicated the past two decades of her professional life to the process of advancing justice, challenging inequalities, and building both the knowledge base and practice towards inclusive democracies—with women’s rights as a focal commitment—primarily in Africa.  In this episode, she gives insight into the...

Marwa El-Daly is a development practitioner, and social entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in programme, business development, and training. She is the founder of Waqfeyat al Maadi Community Foundation (WMCF), Egypt's first community foundation,  and recently established the Waqfeyat Misr Foundation. Marwa has also developed several curricula focusing on nonprofit management, philanthropy, and social entrepreneurship and lectures at the Public Policy and Administration Department...

Mamadou Biteye is the Executive Secretary of The African Capacity Building Foundation and former Vice President for Inclusive Growth, Global Social Impact for Central Europe, Middle East and Africa at VISA, based in Dubai. He was the former Managing Director for The Rockefeller Foundation Africa Regional Office, overseeing initiatives in youth employment, health, philanthropy, agriculture, and food security. He also serves as an advisor and board member for various international organisations...

Taking us through the Black Feminist Fund and its longstanding vision of resourcing black feminist movements across the globe, Hakima Abbas joins Bhekinkosi Moyo on the Conversations on African Philanthropy Podcast this week! For the last two decades, Hakima has dedicated herself to supporting and strengthening social movements. She was the Executive Director of Fahamu, a pan-African movement support organization as well as the former Co-Executive Director of the Association for Women's...