In Conversation with Binainer Nowrojee

In Conversation with Binainer Nowrojee

Author: Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment March 18, 2025 Duration: 39:48
Send us Fan Mail Banaifer Nowrojee is the President of the Open Society Foundations (OSF), which is the world’s largest funder of independent groups working for justice, democratic governance, and human rights. In her role, she navigates key operating environments to create significant impact across all of OSF's national, regional and international constituencies. In conversation with Prof Moyo, she reflects on the lecture that was hosted at Wits Business School, transformations within OSF a...

There's a powerful story unfolding across the continent, driven by a spirit of giving that is uniquely African. Conversations on African Philanthropy brings you directly into dialogue with the people shaping this narrative. Each episode sits down with leaders, innovators, and practitioners whose work is actively building a culture of effective social investment, from corporate responsibility to community-led philanthropy. This isn't just about charity; it's about systemic change and sustainable impact rooted in local contexts. The podcast is hosted by the Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI), which is based at Wits Business School. Since its founding in 2017, CAPSI has been at the heart of research and discourse on giving in Africa, and this series extends that mission into an accessible audio format. You'll hear candid discussions that move beyond theory, exploring the real challenges, successes, and evolving philosophies of giving on the ground. Tune in for thoughtful perspectives that redefine what it means to invest in Africa's future, highlighting the strategies and personal journeys that are fostering genuine social transformation.
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Duration: 56:02
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Duration: 45:29
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Duration: 58:48
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Duration: 54:04
Send us Fan Mail Daphney Nemakhavhani is the Director of the University of Johannesburg's Institutional Development and Fundraising Office. She has been instrumental in the mobilisation of resources for the university an…
In Conversation with Colleen Lowe-Morna [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:32
Send us Fan Mail Colleen is the founder and first CEO of Gender Links, a trainer, researcher and writer who has worked across the southern Africa region. In this episode, she reflects on experiences from her career, whic…
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Duration: 32:28
Send us Fan Mail Gill is the CEO of Southern Africa Philanthropy Foundation, formerly known as Charities Aid Foundation Southern Africa. She is a CSI specialist with extensive experience in the financial services sector…