African Philanthropy Forum
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A community of philanthropists and social investors committed to inclusive and sustainable development of the African continent. APF is an affiliate of @GPForg.
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Joined November 2013
Most Africans don’t call themselves “philanthropists.”.But 9 out of 10 give. Whether it’s money, time, food, or support, giving is embedded in our everyday lives. It's time we value and put some structure in our informal giving just as much as institutional philanthropy.
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The best partnerships? Grounded in humility, shared ownership, and a clear path to scale. ▶️ Watch the full episode on YouTube for more: African Philanthropy Forum. 🔗 #APFPodcastSeries
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Still celebrating members of our network featured in the TIME 100 Most Influential People in Philanthropy 2025. Meet Reeta Roy, President & CEO of the Mastercard Foundation. Her message? Philanthropy is an act of leadership: build systems, not just programs. And when you exit,
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African giving is not a trend. It’s tradition. From Harambee in Kenya to Susu in Ghana and Ubuntu across Southern Africa, African communities have long relied on collective action to support one another. Before we called it philanthropy, we lived it. #AfricanPhilanthropy
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New #APFPodcast drops this Thursday!. Does the Diaspora have what it takes to give at scale?. Mosun Layode chats with Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli on what’s working—and what’s not—in diaspora philanthropy. Premiering on YouTube: African Philanthropy Forum.🔗
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Join us at the 2025 APC for Funding HER Future, a session by @AfricanPF exploring how philanthropy, gender justice & tech intersect to drive change. 📅 July 30 | ⏰ 11:30AM. With @MosunLayode, @bisifayemi, Zeina Khalik, Bongiwe Ndondo, Tsitsi Midzi.#FundingHERFuture #APFVoices
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Nigeria is ranked the world’s most generous country in the #WorldGivingReport2025!. 89% of Nigerians donated money (highest globally), and on average they gave 2.83% of their income. They also volunteered ~13.5 hours each (global avg ~9). Learn more 👉
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Announcing #WorldGivingReport 2025! . APF & @Caf partnered on the Africa chapter of this global study. Data from 55k+ respondents across 101 countries shows Africa’s generosity (time, money & income share) beats global averages. ➡️
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How Can We Make It Work?. - Build Trust.- Clear Communication.- Alignment on shared goals.- Flexibility and adaptation.- Empowering a collaboration champion. #AfricanPhilanthropy #APF.
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Why Does Collaboration Fail? . - Finding the Right Partners.- Different Motivations, Different Goals.- No Dedicated Driver.- Poor Timing.- Lack of Flexibility.
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Even the best intentions can fall short without the right structures in place, but it doesn’t have to be that way.
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Happy Independence Day, Democratic Republic of São Tomé and Príncipe. We join in celebrating the enduring spirit of its people and their aspirations for a thriving future. #SãoTomé #APF #AfricanPhilanthropyForum
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Still relevant today, this piece reminds us that purpose and profession can align sometimes; it just starts with showing up to serve. Read the full article via the link in our bio. . #InterestingRead #APF.
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There are many paths that can lead to a senior staff position in the nonprofit sector. This article focuses on the hands-on approach of volunteering.
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Long before career transitions into the nonprofit sector became mainstream, this insightful article explored how professionals from the private sector successfully made the switch through volunteering.
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Collaboration brings:.- Pooled knowledge & expertise.- Shared risks.- More efficient use of resources.- Stronger, scalable solutions. Philanthropy is uniquely positioned to take risks. But scaling solutions needs more than one player. That’s why partnerships are important.
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No single funder can tackle the scale of today’s social challenges alone. Through collaborative philanthropy, we unlock deeper insights, reduce duplication, spread risk, and scale what works. #Africanphilanthropyforum #Collectiveimpact #APF #Fundingforchange
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Happy Independence Day, Comoros. We join in celebrating the enduring spirit of its people and their aspirations for a thriving future. #IndependenceDay #AfricanPhilanthropyForum
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Happy Independence Day, Malawi. We celebrate the strength of its people and the beauty of the journey so far. #IndependenceDay #AfricanPhilanthropyForum
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Happy Independence Day, Cape Verde. Today, we honour the spirit of its people and the continued progress of this nation. #IndependenceDay #AfricanPhilanthropyForum
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This article shares insights from Bridgespan’s work with 80+ organizations across the globe, focusing on three essential questions every nonprofit leader must consider to scale impact effectively. Visit to read more. #InterestingRead #APF.
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A significant number of nonprofit leaders strive to contribute meaningfully to solving social problems while keeping their own organizations at a sustainable size.
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