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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 …
Transformative connections: The power of artists and youth in African philanthropy
Attending the 4th African Philanthropy Conference in Senegal was a truly transformative experience for me. Not only did I have the opportunity to attend, but I also had the privilege of co-facilitating the conference. This …
Conference Report: 4th Annual African Philanthropy Conference
This year’s 4th Annual African Philanthropy Conference in Saly, Senegal in August 2023, was hosted by TrustAfrica, African Philanthropy Forum (APF), Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investments (CAPSI), African Philanthropy Network (APN), East African …
IKEA Foundation grants $20 million in Global South energy transition initiative
The IKEA Foundation, philanthropic arm to the Swedish homeware giant, has launched a new philanthropic initiative alongside the ClimateWorks Foundation, in a bid to support communities in the Global South impacted by energy transitions from …
