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Philanthropy can eliminate neglected diseases
Giving away money is hard work. Or at least it should be. Having spent 30 years leading businesses at JP Morgan Chase and Visa, I’ve picked up some habits that are hard to break in …
A new era for African philanthropy research
Academics with an interest in the African philanthropy landscape will gather at the International Society for Third Sector Research (ISTR) conference in Accra, Ghana from 21–24 June. It is a gathering that is overdue. One …
New initiatives promote knowledge of African philanthropy
While philanthropy is an integral aspect of African society, the study and promotion of African philanthropy is still developing. However, two African organizations – TrustAfrica and Southern Africa Trust – are seeking to change that. …
Winners celebrated at the Ghana National Philanthropy Forum
The Ghana National Philanthropy Forum, which also debuted the National Philanthropy Excellence Awards, took place at the Accra International Conference Center on 23 – 24 March, with the theme ‘Philanthropists as agents for national development’. The …
Why Kenyans give (or don’t)
In a nationwide survey, Yetu conducted quantitative research in all 47 Kenyan counties in order to gain a greater understanding of philanthropic behaviour among Kenyans. Yetu, an organisation dedicated to building a better future in …
Boost for social entrepreneurship in Africa
The Global Social Entrepreneurship Network (GSEN) has partnered with LifeCo UnLtd South Africa in hosting their annual event this month. Beginning in Cape Town and ending in Johannesburg at the Nelson Mandela Foundation, the gathering …
