Conversations on African Philanthropy Podcast

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The Conversations on African Philanthropy podcast features leaders and game-changers whose work has enabled social investment and philanthropy in Africa. Hosted by the Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI), the podcast supports the mission of promoting social change by fostering a culture of effective giving and corporate social and civic responsibility.

Founded in 2017 and situated within Wits Business School, CAPSI aspires to nurture a new generation of African experts, researchers and leaders in African Philanthropy, Social Investment and related disciplines. The Centre serves as a source of knowledge and learning, a platform for partnerships, and a hub for community engagement for participating organisations and institutions across and for the benefit of Africa. CAPSI’s portfolio of offerings include postgraduate academic programmes, short courses, masterclasses, post-doctoral fellowships, publications and partner-collaborated research and development projects in the fields of social investment and philanthropy.

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In Conversation with Lizza Maire Kawooya

Feb 03 2024 30 mins

Lizza 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 empo

In Conversation with Petra Kuria

Feb 03 2024 17 mins

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. Visit the podcast webpage - https://bit.ly/484AEr3

In Conversation with Catherine Mwenda

Jan 26 2024 20 mins

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. Visit the podcast webpage - https:

In Conversation with Rachael Mwikali

Dec 22 2023 42 mins

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.Visit the podcast webpage - https://bit.l

In Conversation with Stigmata Tenga

Dec 08 2023 41 mins

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

In Conversation with Lulu Ng’wanakilala

Dec 01 2023 35 mins

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 discu

In Conversation with Francis Kiwanga

Nov 29 2023 34 mins

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 dedicate

In Conversation with John Ulanga

Nov 29 2023 33 mins

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

In Conversation with Jacqueline Asiimwe

Nov 16 2023 35 mins

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

In Conversation with Evans Okinyi

Nov 02 2023 38 mins

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