Newsletter Dec 2022

By Prof Bhekinkosi Moyo   The year has come to an end, and we are gearing up for 2023 with some useful insights, experiences, and connections that we made in 2022. We considered 2022 to be our ‘Year of Publications’. In this regard, we published thirty-five (35) products – one research article, 16 research reports,…

By Stractiv8 Impact   The Kisima, African Giving Platform is dedicated to enabling the practice of giving through storytelling. On the platform, visitors are introduced to individuals and organisations located in different countries across the continent, who have implemented programmes and projects that are making a difference in their communities. One of the ways that…

By Stractiv8 Impact   Since its launch in 2019, the African Philanthropy Conference has grown to become one of the must-attend conferences in the sector calendar. Following the fully virtual 2021 edition, this year’s conference adopted a hybrid format, with the in-person portion hosted in Johannesburg South Africa, which allowed for the much needed interaction…

By Stractiv8 Impact   At the conclusion of 2021, we sought to develop content that leverages on the vast offering of virtual platforms. With this goal set, we reflected on the body of knowledge that we have built since the establishment of the Centre, the questions that have emanated from this and the many relationships…

By Dr Melody Mandevere and Dr Roselyn Cheruiyot   Resilient Urban Communities is a collaborative African-German project that addresses the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals of “sustainable cities and communities” and “quality education” through research and dissemination of knowledge related to the subject areas “good governance” and “local government”. Encompassing a research, networking and education…

By Dr Wycliffe Nduga Ouma   The Research Portfolio is responsible for all research-related activities at the Centre, including managing the research associates and ensuring all research activities are carried out in a timely manner. Research associates form a significant asset for the Centre as they are the machine that churns out the various research…

By Xolani Dlamini   CAPSI declared 2022 ‘the year of publication’. Over the last two years, the Centre commissioned several studies focusing on various research areas. These studies have produced over sixteen Research Reports from Philanthropic Foundations, High Net Worth Individuals, Community Philanthropy and Social Investment. CAPSI’s research reports offer a glimpse into the various…

By Thandi Makhubele   The last two years have been difficult for everyone – the world came to a halt as a result of the pandemic, which crippled every aspect of our lives, including businesses, the loss of loved ones, and challenging of our ways of life. As the situation improves and most of the…

By Dr Keratiloe Mogotsi   On the short course’s front, 2022 saw a rise in customised masterclasses selected by various organisations to empower participants with one or two of our masterclasses, to strengthen their skills and knowledge in philanthropy. Since the beginning of the year, we have trained 106 delegates from organisations such as AROCSA,…

By Prof Jacob Mati   This year started off pregnant with hope and it has turned out well beyond our expectations. On the Academic Programmes front, we welcomed the first cohort of the Post Graduate Diploma in Management in the field of African Philanthropy and Resource Mobilisation, and are happy to report that we now…