The Centre for Strategic Philanthropy (CSP) at the University of Cambridge and the Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI) at the University of the Witwatersrand are delighted to announce a landmark collaborative partnership to further understand the impact of philanthropy across African communities, private sector organisations, foundations, and key individuals. The partnership aims…
The Africa Centre for Philanthropy and Social Investment at Wits Business School will host a PhD Writing Retreat for approximately 30 PhD students across Africa. The writing retreat will also include workshops and presentations of paper/proposals by successful applicants.
The Postgraduate Diploma in African Philanthropy and Resource Mobilisation is designed for students who are seeking specialisation in fundraising, advancement and partnership building. This qualification aims at improving the skills of professionals and also sharpening the analytical and critical thinking skills of those whose career trajectory is towards academia and research.
Reflecting on the launch of the International Review of Philanthropy and Social Investment Journal The Centre of African Philanthropy and Social Investment launched the International Review of Philanthropy and Social Investment Journal on the 1 September 2020. This is a first-of-its-kind publication which is aimed at academic and research communities, exploring the emergent and…
Meet our new team members The Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment thrives for excellence in all the content and publications we produce; the Centre has the support of various members to assist in doing so seamlessly. CAPSI is delighted to welcome the following new individuals to our team. Roland Mwesigwa Banya…
From the desk of the Director – December 2020 As we end what proved to be a year filled with much uncertainty, not all is doom and gloom. There are rays of hope in the medical field. Verified news reports confirm that there are more than 100 vaccine candidates that are currently undergoing development…
A time of reflection and preparation 2020 has brought with it many challenges for different sectors and has seen a rise in levels of uncertainty for millions across the globe. As an institution that exists to enable the philanthropic and social investment sector, this year has been one of rapid development for us. We hope you…
This century belongs to the African philanthropists, whose capital, influence, local knowledge, and moral authority have the power to address pressing challenges in the continent. Philanthropy, in all of its various forms, engages stakeholders from the private, public, non-profit, and religious sectors.
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Disaster Dialogue Report: On the 19th of July 2019, CAPSI in partnership with the Mandela Institute for Developmental Studies and the Graca Machel Trust, hosted a dialogue on Disaster Management. Here are our findings.
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An automotive pioneer, philanthropist, and leader in the community, Charles Stewart Mott cared about innovation, fairness, and communities. By working toward a world where each individual’s quality of life is connected to the well-being of the community, both locally and globally, the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation continues this legacy.
A founding funder of the Centre, the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation supported the establishment of the Chair and continues to support our programmes.
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