🌍 What a Week It Was! From 15 – 19 September 2025, we gathered in Arusha, Tanzania for the GivingForChange 2025 Learning & Reflection Meeting. We express our deepest gratitude to the GfC family for rich conversations &collective commitment to advancing community philanthropy.

At the 2025 @GivingforChange Learning and Reflection Meeting in Arusha, Tanzania we confronted the big questions: ✅ What's Now? Celebrating 5 years of shifting power, resources, and agency to communities. ✅ What's Next? Envisioning the future beyond the GfC program.

📢 Join the us for an inspiring youth webinar that celebrates the power of young people shaping Africa’s future through philanthropy, technology, and partnerships. 🗓 Date: October 15, 2025 ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM – 4:30 PM EAT 📍 Online Webinar us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

Save the Date: African Feminist Forum (AFF) 2026 📢 20 years since the first African Feminist Forum & the Charter of Feminist Principles and we are back with #AFF2026 to be held in Windhoek, Namibia, 17–19 August 2026. More details on the forum 👉🏿 bit.ly/49fdtOF

Don’t miss the #GhanaPhilanthropyConference25! Theme: “Repositioning Domestic Resource Mobilisation Philanthropy as a Catalyst for Accelerating Development” The conference will focus on the evolving landscape of philanthropy in Ghana and across Africa. 🔗ayati.me/gpc25

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 🔗 Learn more about this position here: bit.ly/3L5Cxhd Submit your application here: uafahrrec.peopleshr.com

We are participating in the #ICSW2025 as a Local Leadership Labs (LLL) Regional Convening Partner for Southeast Africa, supported by CIVICUS. Our participation reflects commitment to ensuring African philanthropy continues to shape &sustain vibrant,inclusive societies

At the #ICSW2025, we showcased the journey of the Local Leadership Labs (LLL), a global initiative by CIVICUS. We explored the diverse pathways, tensions and innovations that have emerged from across contexts, including our work as Regional Convenor for South-East Africa

Community Foundations in Malawi & Zimbabwe are tackling challenges head-on, 86% lead community initiatives, & 77% mobilise funding. Despite tight budgets, they’re driving local resilience & reshaping philanthropy from the ground up. Find out more here⬇️ doi.org/10.59186/SI.8X…

We’re hiring a WINGSForum 2026 Coordinator to help deliver our flagship global philanthropy conference in Montreal, Canada. The consultant will oversee logistics and coordination across teams and partners to ensure a smooth and impactful event. Learn more: lnkd.in/efb-qcJc

📌Check our map which shows where APN members are located across the continent. APN members are mobilizing resources, strengthening solidarity and advancing social justice through community-led approaches rooted in Ubuntu. Visit our interactive map ➡️ lnkd.in/d8wgYiqw

Your voice shapes the future! Which key challenges or issues in democracy do you think #WACSW2025 should address? Be part of defining the priorities – register now to participate virtually: bit.ly/CSW25Ghana Please note: Physical attendance seats are currently closed.

🎤From Nairobi (2010) to Johannesburg (2012), Arusha (2015), Port Louis (2018), Entebbe (2022) & Victoria Falls (2024) — the APN Assembly continues to shape African philanthropy. See you in Accra, 2–6 Nov 2026! #APNAssembly2026 Stay tuned for updates! lnkd.in/dK_5ci7s

🎤 Join APN members for a discussion that addresses one of Africa's most pressing development challenges: "Advancing Community-Led Peacebuilding Through Philanthropy." 📅 Date: 4th December 2025 ⏰ Time: 3:00 PM 🔗 Register Here: lnkd.in/d98wFSQ5

.@alliancemag is seeking a Director of Philanthropy Knowledge to help shape how the global #philanthropy field understands itself, connecting diverse voices and supporting Alliance’s editorial & strategic direction as it marks 30 years. Apply by 6 Feb: charityjob.co.uk/jobs/alliance-…

We’re looking for consultants with experience in philanthropy ecosystems, capacity building, adult learning & systems approaches, especially those working with philanthropic advisors or consultants. Details here: wingsweb.org/en/about-jobs #LiftUpPhilanthropy

The 2026 Africa Impact Investing Fellowship by African Venture Philanthropy Alliance is now open for pre-registration. The programme supports mid- to senior-level professionals working at the intersection of capital and impact across Africa. Apply here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… #LiftUpPhilanthropy

Meet the panel shaping Africa’s giving future: · Rouguiétou Khady Sow · Dr. Kidist Ibrie Yasin · Ricardo Wyngaard Just 1 day to go before the #GPEI2026 webinar! 🗓️12 Feb | 🕒 3–4:30 PM CAT | 💻 Zoom Register: tinyurl.com/gpeiWebinar-fe… See you there!

We are hiring 🔔 Join our team as a Programme Manager, Impact and Learning. Full details: bit.ly/4bTwrfg Application deadline: 20th February, 2026 Ready to make an impact? We would love to hear from you!

Visited The Secret Location Eatery in Kagiso, Mogale City and saw social entrepreneurship in action. Jeremiah Mogapi reminded us: “Start with what you’ve got…” Jobs. Mentorship. Reinvested profits. linkedin.com/posts/tarisai-…