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James Phiri and Naggib Chakhane join Prof Moyo in a conversation to reflect on the work of The Virtual Doctors. The organisation uses technology to connect health workers in isolated health centres with doctors who support diagnosing patient symptoms.

During this conversation, the guests enjoy an interactive discussion that includes
- How Virtual Doctors connect rural clinicians to doctors for better healthcare
- Why volunteer commitment is a key strength of the telemedicine charity
- How healthcare services provide invaluable support to community development
- How to ensure ethical data handling in infrastructure development

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Ezekiel Kwetchi Takam is a doctoral researcher at the University of Geneva, whose academic interests are in developing and democratising ethical knowledge.

In his conversation with Prof Moyo, Ezekiel discusses several matters about Artificial Intelligence and philanthropy, including;
- Exploring the interface between Theology and AI
- Learning from how the government of Togo implemented AI to identify and provide emergency funds to those in extreme need
- The role that AI can fulfil in shaping African philanthropy

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Colleen is the founder and first CEO of Gender Links, a trainer, researcher and writer who has worked across the southern Africa region.

In this episode, she reflects on experiences from her career, which has consistently focused on gender inclusion. Some of the talking points include:
- What it takes to transition from a founder to their successor
- How to create mutually beneficial relationships between NGOs and business
- Why decentralising and focusing on local chapters can benefit communities

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Gill is the CEO of Southern Africa Philanthropy Foundation, formerly known as Charities Aid Foundation Southern Africa. She is a CSI specialist with extensive experience in the financial services sector and has managed trusts and foundations of numerous stock exchange-listed companies.

In this episode, she shares insights from overseeing an organisational transition while sharing her observations on global changes that have impacted corporate social investment and the civil society sector. Some of the talking points include:
- Challenges locating nonprofit organisations during lockdown
- Leading a nonprofit organisation with a focus on corporate partnership
- South African civil society facing funding crisis in 2024

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David has over 30 years of experience in applied socio-economic and development research, political and governance reform, monitoring & evaluation design and implementation across sub-Saharan Africa.

In this conversation, he offers a valuable analysis of socio-economic matters while sharing insights and lessons gained from his active career in research and development leadership, such as:
- Giving as a profound act in a globalised capitalist world.
- Focus on mobilising resources for development, not philanthropy.
- Youth need to get involved in politics and voting
- Addressing governance issues from an African perspective

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

Mudiwa Gavaza, Sfiso Lubisi and Thandi Makhubele work with CAPSI's research and publications portfolio. In this conversation, they reflect on, amongst other topics: 
- The Centre's special initiatives like the Women in Philanthropy programme
- Integrating language skills through its programmes
- The intersection between philanthropy and business

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

Xolani Dlamini, Tsele Moloi and Drs Wycliffe Ouma and Eleanor Chipeta work with CAPSI's research and publications portfolio. In this conversation, they reflect on, amongst other topics: 
- How social impact can be measured and studied
- Managing submissions and peer review process in academic publishing
- The importance of investing in data for research and impact
- Establishing sustainable relationships with existing research institutions 

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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 Subothongo work with CAPSI's academic offerings. In this conversation, they reflect on, amongst other topics:
- How the Centre continues to offer successful doctorate, masters and postgraduate academic programmes
- Why it is important to ensure that students have positive experiences
- How the Centre has built partnerships with sector practitioners and guest lecturers
- Why it is important to professionalise the sector for the benefit of the continent's development

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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 transformation
- Ensuring citizen input and social economic justice, particularly in the Zimbabwe crisis
- How Arts and Culture are catalysts for societal change
- The importance of social movements in shaping future answers to critical global questions

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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
- Addressing the complexities of social spending and climate action
- The role that young people can play through advocacy and leadership

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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 that are faced by community-based organisations
- How Hlanganisa generates value as a grant-maker for community-focused efforts
- How her studies in African Philanthropy have empowered her professional and personal efforts

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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 within a learning-focused organisation
- Defining what 360° Leadership is

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Benjamin Bellegy is the Executive Director of WINGS, who has deep expertise in leading international programmes on civil society strengthening, sustainable development and post-disaster reconstruction. 

In this conversation with Prof Moyo, Benjamin reflects on the work of WINGS who were active participants at the 5th African Philanthropy Conference and discusses the following points:
- How WINGS has evolved over the years to become a significant force in the philanthropic sector
- Why membership-based organisations need to shift from the old model to co-creating the future with members
- Recognising and supporting local agencies in development work
- Exploring Indigenous philanthropy and its impact on modern philanthropic practices

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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:
- Storytelling gap in the philanthropy sector
- Media's role in amplifying philanthropic stories

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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 engaging the government for philanthropy
- Emerging trends in philanthropy

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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 Foundation. Together, their experiences offer listeners unique perspectives on transformation and visionary leadership. In this conversation, they discuss topics such as:
- The importance of strong leadership in African philanthropy
- The value of peer-to-peer mentorship
- Building courageous leaders for humanity through diverse cohorts
- Creating a cohesive society

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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 strategies and insights for the continent's development.

They join Bhekinkosi Moyo in conversation to discuss, amongst many things:
- How collaboration between research and philanthropy is essential for addressing future challenges in Africa.
- Why the youth are central in addressing climate issues and other emerging issues.
- The need for proper infrastructure and models for mobilising massive resources

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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.

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In this episode, we meet the Resource Mobilisation and Communications Officer for the Legal Services Facility, Petra Kuria. She shares her perspective on philanthropy, emphasising the importance of community-driven impact and decolonising aid, amongst others. 

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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.

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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.

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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 multi-stakeholder network. Learn more about the orgnisation here - https://africaphilanthropynetwork.org/

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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 involvement in sustaining philanthropic efforts.

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Christelle Karekazi is a development practitioner, currently serving as Regional Head of Africa Global Resource Mobilisation and Partnership at BRAC International. She specialises in exclusion and poverty-related issues, focusing on women and children.

In this conversation with Prof Moyo, Christelle reflects on the role of philanthropy in Rwanda, and discusses the following points:
- The power of embracing homegrown solutions post-genocide for reconstruction
- Community-driven justice and rebuilding initiatives
- Emphasising the value of collaboration for impactful fundraising and resource mobilisation


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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 Council of the Hubert Kairuki Memorial University, Dar es Salaam, and the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Tanzania Financial Services for the Underserved Settlements (TAFSUS) to name a few. 

In this episode, John takes us through his journey with African philanthropy,  the formation of what we now know as the African Philanthropy Network and TradeMark East Africa.

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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 various initiatives within the sector. 

In this episode, Francis takes us through the history of APN, succession planning, the Foundation for Civil Society, and lessons from climbing Mount Kilimanjaro.

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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. Jacqueline works to shape narratives about giving and philanthropy within low-net-worth communities while promoting the idea that generosity is part of many African societies' cultural legacy and social code.

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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 practices of various development actors towards supporting local giving and effective grantmaking in advancing systems change and transformation.

In this insightful episode that was recorded on the sidelines of the EAPN Conference, Evans guides us through his journey in East African Philanthropy, providing a deeper insight into catalysing and promoting systems change, as well as the crucial role of networks in the sector.

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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 globally.

In this episode, Memory takes us through the work of FEMNET, intersectional feminism movement building, and the role of African philanthropy in empowering movements.

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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’ Affinity Group amongst others.

In this episode, Vuyiswa provides an overview of the landscape of philanthropy based on her experiences in the diverse roles she has occupied. She also delves into the matter of civil society leadership succession and offers insights into the organisation's grant-making.

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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 human rights, social justice, constitutions, and reconciliation.

In this episode, she takes us through the journey of the Ford Foundation and its work in Africa, particularly in Southern Africa.

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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 African philanthropy landscape, feminist organising, and re-imaging philanthropy and development.

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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 at the American University in Cairo. 

In this episode, she takes us through her work at the Waqfeyat al Maadi Community Foundation, Waqf (Arabic for endowment), and creating a movement of academics in philanthropy.

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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 such as the World Bank, the World Economic Forum, and the African Leadership Network. Mamadou has over two decades of experience in strategic leadership, advocacy and campaigning, community development, and capacity building with extensive field experience in Africa and globally.

In this episode, he takes us through the mandate of the African Capacity Building Foundation, re-imagining philanthropy institutionalisation and his journey in the space.

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Julia Standish-White is a manager in Bridgespan Group's Johannesburg office, and supports philanthropists in developing their African investment strategies and portfolios.

In this conversation, Julia and Prof Moyo discuss Bridgespan Group's recent "How African NGOs Grow" report and unpack topics such as:
- African NGOs facing funding challenges and dependencies on international sources
- Exploring the impact of emerging progressive funding models on funding in Africa
- NGOs exploring blended finance approaches through income-generating activities
- The importance of understanding aid architecture and localisation in African NGOs

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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 Rights in Development (AWID), a global feminist movement support and membership organisation, and is now the Co-Founder and Co-Director of the Black Feminist Fund.

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Akwasi Aidoo is a Senior Fellow at Humanity United and was the founding Executive Director of Trust Africa. Over the last four decades, Akwasi’s career has centered on human rights and philanthropy in Africa. His previous roles include Head of the Health and Equity programme of the Canadian International Development Research Centre in West and Central Africa, Head of the Ford Foundation in Senegal and Nigeria, and Director of the Ford Foundation’s Special Initiative for Africa.

In this episode, Akwasi takes us through an exploration of the various manifestations, narratives, and state of African philanthropy today, further divulging the inception story of Trust Africa.

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Gerry Salole is an accomplished independent consultant and was formerly the Chief Executive of the European Foundation Centre (EFC) from 2005.  Notably, Gerry stands as the Founding Chair of TrustAfrica and actively participates in the governance of the European Cultural Foundation, The Impact Trust, and the Unicredit Foundation, as a member of their respective Supervisory and Advisory Boards. His contributions also extend to the Wits Centre for Philanthropy and Social Investment, and he plays a vital role on the International Advisory Council of Afrobarometer. He also serves as the Strategic Advisor to the Africa Europe Foundation, marking the convergence of his expertise.

Celebrating his exceptional achievements, Gerry Salole was honored with the coveted Annual African Philanthropy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023. In this episode, he delves into his philanthropy journey and takes us through the intricate tapestry of his roles and experiences in both African and European foundations.

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In this special edition of the Conversations on African Philanthropy Podcast, Bhekinkosi Moyo is joined by esteemed leaders and experts in the field of philanthropy: Halima Mohamed from Trust Africa, Ashely Green-Thompson from ACT Ubumbano, Briggs Bomba from Trust Africa, and Janet Mawiyoo from Galvanizing Africa Consult.

Set against the backdrop of the Convening on Civic Space in Africa: The Role of Philanthropy, these leaders guide us through their philanthropic journeys and experiences within the African civic space. They share valuable insights and wisdom, shedding light on ways to enhance the efficiency of this space.

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Brian Kagoro is a seasoned Pan-Africanist Development Practitioner and the director of Justice and Intersectionality responsible for guiding Open Society Global. He has over 24 years of strategic leadership experience across international, regional, and intergovernmental organizations, such as the United Nations Development Programme, ActionAid International, and several African Union institutions.

In this episode, Brian shares his unique perspective on the current landscape of development and offers thought-provoking observations on the dynamics at play, Voice of The People Radio, his role in the development of the African Philanthropy Network, social transformation and much more.

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Lerato Mashianoke the Programme Manager at Ford Foundation Southern Africa and Zanele Maphosa, the Programme & SRHR Advisor at ACT Ubumbano, and both CAPSI Masters candidates join the conversation this week.

In this episode, the two social activists and philanthropists delve into the nitty gritties of philanthropy in their respective roles, the landscape of the civic space and their contributions to the ongoing 2nd Academic and 4th African Philanthropy Conferences in Dakar, Senegal.

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Dikeledi Seleka is the founder of Dynamic Timz Coaching, a South African-based coaching and consulting company that leads entrepreneurs to reimagine their existence and reposition their businesses to achieve their goals and realise their dreams. Passionate about giving back to the community, she also established the Sisters Empowerment Circle.

In this episode, Dikeledi delves into her journey as an entrepreneur, leading Dynamic Timz, and her vision for developing Ubuntu-centered leadership in the continent.

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Catherine Kiganjo is the Programme Coordinator for the Girl Child Programme at the Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF). She coordinates KCDF's governance activities of the Board of Directors and Organization Development function at the Secretariat.

In this episode, Catherine reflects on the work that KCDF has achieved since its founding, her career path in the sector and her outlook for the sector.

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Janet Mawiyoo is the Lead Consultant at Galvanising Africa Consult, and previously the Executive Director of the Kenya Community Development Foundation (KCDF). Her work as a leader in building development and philanthropic institutions has stood out over the years, with a very rich experience on leadership and governance matters, organizational development, resource mobilization and asset development, just to name a few. 

In this episode the shares about her 17-year-long journey with KCDF, community philanthropy and localising development.

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Siphosami Malunga is the Director of Programs at Open Society- Africa. He is the outgoing executive director of the Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa (OSISA). Previously, he held various positions in the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), including as Senior Governance Advisor, Democratic Governance Practice Team Leader, and Regional Policy Advisor–Governance. Between January 2001 and July 2003, Malunga was in Timor Leste as a Trial Attorney in the Special Panel for Serious Crimes, where he was trained in transitional justice through trials of civilian, military and political leaders for genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and violations of the laws and customs of war.

In this episode, he talks about the civil society landscape in Africa, human rights activism, and his views on philanthropy.

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Tendai Murisa is the Founder and Executive Director of the SIVIO Institute. He is a development practitioner, researcher, and advocate for pro-poor development across Africa.

In this conversation with Prof Moyo, Tendai reflects on the lessons and growth gained over the last few years, touching on points such as
- The common link between different disciplines in social studies
- Opportunities and contradictions in philanthropy
- Establishing African agency through philanthropy
- Alternative thinking beyond electoral solutions in Zimbabwe.
- The importance of philanthropy in society

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Sarah Mukasa is a pan-Africanist feminist with over 15 years’ experience in leadership and management at senior levels in the not-for-profit sector in Africa and Europe. She currently serves as the ivision Head of the Women’s Program at Open Society Africa where for the past 5 years she has strengthened the organisation’s support for feminist organizing, and was the Director of Programmes at the African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF).

In this episode she talks about philanthropy in the continent, the Open Society Foundation, shaping CSO programmes and her journey as a women's rights activist.

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Theo Sowa is a women’s rights and social justice activist and the former Chief Executive Officer of the African Women’s Development Fund (AWDF). As a feminist activist, her work has encompassed an intersectional approach to promoting equality and justice. She has a special interest in strengthening the role and impact of philanthropic activity in Africa and internationally. 

In this episode, she talks about her upbringing and journey as an activist, the philanthropy landscape in Africa, and CSO institutional reform.

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Jenny Hodgson is the executive director of the Global Fund for Community Foundations (GFCF), a globally-networked organization and the leading global voice on community philanthropy as an essential pillar of a reimagined civil society architecture that emphasises people-led, people-owned development and shifts power closer to the ground.

In this episode, she delves into her philanthropic journey with GFCF, why #ShiftThePower has become an important conversation in development and grant-making in the continent.

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 Dr Judy Dlamini is a medical and academic doctor, businesswoman, author, and philanthropist. She is the Founder and Executive Chairman of Mbekani Group, which has been in business for 25 years, Wits University Chancellor, co-founder, sponsor and trustee of Mkhiwa Trust, her family’s PBO used for social upliftment, focusing on rural development, health and education; and founder of Female Academic Leaders Fellowship NPC, a PBO for developing a pipeline of black women leaders in academia. She chairs the board of Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre, GBVF Response Fund and is a director of SA SME Fund. 

In this episode, she talks to CAPSI Director, Bhekinkosi Moyo about her illustrious career and life journey. 

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