UbuntuGiving Podcast

This episode discusses the 10th anniversary of Nelson Mandela's passing and the celebration of Nelson Mandela International Day. The focus for this year's celebration is on climate change, food security, and inequality. The guests on the podcast, Sne and Ntando, discuss their work in South Africa and their commitment to driving change within their communities. 

They also highlight acts of generosity they have received that have had a lasting impact. The importance of addressing climate change, food security, and inequality together is emphasized as they are interconnected issues. 

GivingTuesday is identified as a platform that promotes values such as generosity, empathy, collaboration, and civic engagement in building sustainable communities. 

Strategies from GivingTuesday South Africa are shared to inspire individuals and organizations to contribute towards creating positive change in society. Generosity and collaboration are important values in a community, whether it's individuals, nonprofits, or corporations coming together to solve issues. 

Collaboration allows for the pooling of different skills and attributes to create effective solutions. The actions of one person can inspire others within the community to do good as well, creating a ripple effect. 

Finally, both speakers touched on steps listeners can take to support initiatives addressing climate change, food security, and inequality include donating to food banks or starting one in their own community and finding initiatives that align with their causes of interest.

ABOUT THE GUESTS

Sinenhlanhla Vilakazi is the Founder and CEO of Vukawanele, a black female-owned South African digital marketing agency

established in 2013 and actively trading in 2016. She is a BA Honours Corporate and Marketing graduate and a seasoned industry

professional.

Over the past 12 years, Sinenhlanhla has gained extensive

experience in conceptualising, initiating, executing and managing digital and traditional media, brand management, marketing, and PR functions in private and NPO sectors. She has also spearheaded

successful multi-stakeholder and multi-platform marketing campaigns for clients such as SANRAL, Brand South Africa, Giving Tuesday and Trevor Noah Foundation

Ntando Makwela is a motivational speaker, entrepreneur, Play

Your Part Ambassador and author. In his book, The Dynamic

Kid, Ntando has challenged the stereotype that the youth are

not contributing positively to the world by constantly chasing

new opportunities. As a strong supporter of entrepreneurship,

not just for job creation but as an important path for the youth

during the 21st century, he has taken a gap year to build his

business. This 21 year-old author is adamant that any person

can find their purpose at a young age. As a speaker, Ntando

equips his audience with skills and techniques to change their

lives as he inspires them to take control of their destinies and

become their utmost best. He shows them how to build a tailor

made system using practical approaches based on his own

experience and success.

This episode discusses the 10th anniversary of Nelson Mandela's passing and the celebration of Nelson Mandela International Day. The focus for this year's celebration is on climate change, food security, and inequality. The guests on the podcast, Sne and Ntando, discuss their work in South Africa and their commitment to driving change within their communities. 

They also highlight acts of generosity they have received that have had a lasting impact. The importance of addressing climate change, food security, and inequality together is emphasized as they are interconnected issues. 

GivingTuesday is identified as a platform that promotes values such as generosity, empathy, collaboration, and civic engagement in building sustainable communities. 

Strategies from GivingTuesday South Africa are shared to inspire individuals and organizations to contribute towards creating positive change in society. Generosity and collaboration are important values in a community, whether it's individuals, nonprofits, or corporations coming together to solve issues. 

Collaboration allows for the pooling of different skills and attributes to create effective solutions. The actions of one person can inspire others within the community to do good as well, creating a ripple effect. 

Finally, both speakers touched on steps listeners can take to support initiatives addressing climate change, food security, and inequality include donating to food banks or starting one in their own community and finding initiatives that align with their causes of interest.

ABOUT THE GUESTS

Sinenhlanhla Vilakazi is the Founder and CEO of Vukawanele, a black female-owned South African digital marketing agency

established in 2013 and actively trading in 2016. She is a BA Honours Corporate and Marketing graduate and a seasoned industry

professional.

Over the past 12 years, Sinenhlanhla has gained extensive

experience in conceptualising, initiating, executing and managing digital and traditional media, brand management, marketing, and PR functions in private and NPO sectors. She has also spearheaded

successful multi-stakeholder and multi-platform marketing campaigns for clients such as SANRAL, Brand South Africa, Giving Tuesday and Trevor Noah Foundation

Ntando Makwela is a motivational speaker, entrepreneur, Play

Your Part Ambassador and author. In his book, The Dynamic

Kid, Ntando has challenged the stereotype that the youth are

not contributing positively to the world by constantly chasing

new opportunities. As a strong supporter of entrepreneurship,

not just for job creation but as an important path for the youth

during the 21st century, he has taken a gap year to build his

business. This 21 year-old author is adamant that any person

can find their purpose at a young age. As a speaker, Ntando

equips his audience with skills and techniques to change their

lives as he inspires them to take control of their destinies and

become their utmost best. He shows them how to build a tailor

made system using practical approaches based on his own

experience and success.

In this episode, we explore the importance of alumni giving and how alumni can get involved in giving back to their alma mater.

We touch on the impact of alumni giving on educational institutions, the various ways alumni can contribute, and how to actively participate in alumni giving programs.

Join us as we delve into the significance of alumni giving and how you can make a difference!

Learn about the #WhenAlumniGive campaign here: https://givingtuesdayafrica.substack.com/s/whenalumnigive

About the Guest

Executive Director Strathmore University Foundation

James is a fundraising professional with a BA and Masters Degree from USA Universities. He has over 8 years of fundraising experience both in Kenya and USA. As the Executive Director, James provides overall leadership, administration and development for the Foundation. He also provides direction for the vision, design and implementation of the institutional fundraising and endowment strategies.

In this episode, we explore the importance of alumni giving and how alumni can get involved in giving back to their alma mater.

We touch on the impact of alumni giving on educational institutions, the various ways alumni can contribute, and how to actively participate in alumni giving programs.

Join us as we delve into the significance of alumni giving and how you can make a difference!

Learn about the #WhenAlumniGive campaign here: https://givingtuesdayafrica.substack.com/s/whenalumnigive

About the Guest

Executive Director Strathmore University Foundation

James is a fundraising professional with a BA and Masters Degree from USA Universities. He has over 8 years of fundraising experience both in Kenya and USA. As the Executive Director, James provides overall leadership, administration and development for the Foundation. He also provides direction for the vision, design and implementation of the institutional fundraising and endowment strategies.

In this special episode of the Ubuntu Giving podcast, we shine a spotlight on World Sickle Cell Day and explore the incredible story of resilience and transformation. Join us as we delve into the journey of Winifred, A Starling Collective Fellow, a lawyer and Chief Operations Officer of the TonyMay Foundation, who has dedicated her life to advocating for individuals with sickle cell disorder in Nigeria.

Through Winifred's personal experience and the work of the TonyMay Foundation, we witness the power of generosity in action. Discover how their monthly community clinics provide essential care, education, and support to those living with sickle cell disorder, empowering them to lead healthier lives.

This episode not only raises awareness about sickle cell disease but also delves into the broader learnings surrounding this condition. We explore its causes, symptoms, and available treatments, shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals living with sickle cell disorder.

Join us on this journey of inspiration and compassion as we celebrate the resilience of those affected by sickle cell disorder.

Let this episode exemplify how, together, we can create a future where resilience triumphs over adversity.

In this special episode of the Ubuntu Giving podcast, we shine a spotlight on World Sickle Cell Day and explore the incredible story of resilience and transformation. Join us as we delve into the journey of Winifred, A Starling Collective Fellow, a lawyer and Chief Operations Officer of the TonyMay Foundation, who has dedicated her life to advocating for individuals with sickle cell disorder in Nigeria.

Through Winifred's personal experience and the work of the TonyMay Foundation, we witness the power of generosity in action. Discover how their monthly community clinics provide essential care, education, and support to those living with sickle cell disorder, empowering them to lead healthier lives.

This episode not only raises awareness about sickle cell disease but also delves into the broader learnings surrounding this condition. We explore its causes, symptoms, and available treatments, shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals living with sickle cell disorder.

Join us on this journey of inspiration and compassion as we celebrate the resilience of those affected by sickle cell disorder.

Let this episode exemplify how, together, we can create a future where resilience triumphs over adversity.

Get ready for an enlightening and thought-provoking discussion on the power of individual giving in our society. In this episode, we delve deep into the realm of philanthropy and explore how personal experiences, cultural beliefs, and community engagement influence one's decision to give back.

Join us as we uncover the impact of geographic location and community connections on individuals' giving choices. We examine how an individual's sense of belonging and connection to their local community shapes their philanthropic decisions, fostering a deeper understanding of the transformative role of community engagement.

Discover how personal interests and areas of expertise play a vital role in influencing an individual's philanthropic choices. We explore how passion areas and specialized knowledge empower individuals to make targeted and meaningful contributions that align with their personal values and expertise.

In this episode, we also explore the powerful influence of recommendations, social norms, and influential figures on philanthropic choices. Learn how external factors can shape individual giving decisions and inspire impactful generosity within communities.

Lastly, gain valuable advice on how individuals can make a meaningful impact through their giving. Discover actionable steps and insights from our distinguished guest as we empower individuals to create positive change and contribute to a more equitable and just world.

ABOUT THE GUEST

Dr. Moses Isooba

Executive director

Uganda National NGO Forum

Dr. Moses Isooba is the executive director of the Uganda National NGO Forum (UNNGOF) – a sharing and reflection Platform of National and INGOs in Uganda. Prior to joining UNNGOF, Dr Isooba was a governance advisor with ActionAid Denmark.

He also worked as the programme coordinator of the Civil and Political Rights Component of DANIDA Human Rights and Good Governance Programme in Uganda. He is currently a member of the Re-Imagining INGOs (RINGO) Social Lab – a group of Practitioners reimagining INGOs through disruption, innovation and systematic thinking.

Under RINGO, Dr. Isooba is the idea carrier of the Language and Lexicon prototype.

Exploring Individual Giving: Impact, Ethics, and Empowerment

Get ready for an enlightening and thought-provoking discussion on the power of individual giving in our society. In this episode, we delve deep into the realm of philanthropy and explore how personal experiences, cultural beliefs, and community engagement influence one's decision to give back.

Join us as we uncover the impact of geographic location and community connections on individuals' giving choices. We examine how an individual's sense of belonging and connection to their local community shapes their philanthropic decisions, fostering a deeper understanding of the transformative role of community engagement.

Discover how personal interests and areas of expertise play a vital role in influencing an individual's philanthropic choices. We explore how passion areas and specialized knowledge empower individuals to make targeted and meaningful contributions that align with their personal values and expertise.

In this episode, we also explore the powerful influence of recommendations, social norms, and influential figures on philanthropic choices. Learn how external factors can shape individual giving decisions and inspire impactful generosity within communities.

Lastly, gain valuable advice on how individuals can make a meaningful impact through their giving. Discover actionable steps and insights from our distinguished guest as we empower individuals to create positive change and contribute to a more equitable and just world.

ABOUT THE GUEST

Dr. Moses Isooba

Executive director

Uganda National NGO Forum

Dr. Moses Isooba is the executive director of the Uganda National NGO Forum (UNNGOF) – a sharing and reflection Platform of National and INGOs in Uganda. Prior to joining UNNGOF, Dr Isooba was a governance advisor with ActionAid Denmark. He also worked as the programme coordinator of the Civil and Political Rights Component of DANIDA Human Rights and Good Governance Programme in Uganda. He is currently a member of the Re-Imagining INGOs (RINGO) Social Lab – a group of Practitioners reimagining INGOs through disruption, innovation and systematic thinking. Under RINGO, Dr. Isooba is the idea carrier of the Language and Lexicon prototype.

In this episode, Halima, and Bidemi discuss African giving traditions. 

They talk about various terms related to giving such as solidarity, reciprocity, and collective identity.

Giving practices in Africa are rooted in values of solidarity and collective humanity, which shape daily giving practices. The conversation also touches on the heterogeneity of African giving traditions, which means that there are many different elements to giving depending on geographic location and cultural context.

Halima discusses the diversity and complexity of African giving traditions, highlighting how they differ from dominant philanthropic narratives in the global north. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing and validating existing African structures rather than trying to conform them to foreign models. Halima suggests increasing awareness of different types of giving practices and capturing stories that demonstrate their value. 

The episode concludes with a call for a globally inclusive definition of philanthropy that recognizes diverse cultural approaches to collective humanity. 

Action Items

• Investigating the different giving traditions across the African continent, including diaspora communities and Muslim philanthropy in South Africa
• Increasing knowledge building and awareness of the diversity of giving practices through different media
• Capturing and telling stories of giving traditions to make them more visible and accessible to a wider audience

About the Guest

Halima Mahomed

Independent Philanthropy Researcher & Consultant and TrustAfrica Senior Fellow on African Philanthropy

We have the pleasure of introducing Halima Mahomed, an exceptional independent philanthropy researcher and consultant. She is also a distinguished TrustAfrica Senior Fellow on African Philanthropy.

Halima's unwavering belief in the power of African agency is at the core of her work. She is passionate about creating space for those who have borne the brunt of injustice, allowing them to determine their own priorities and reclaim their power. Through her extensive research and consultancy, Halima focuses on strengthening the narrative, knowledge, practice, and impact of African philanthropy and philanthropy in Africa.

Halima is more than just an expert in her field; she is a captivating speaker who effortlessly connects with her audience. Her dynamic and engaging style will keep you hooked from start to finish, as she shares stories of resilience, progress, and the incredible impact that philanthropy can have on individuals and communities.

Prepare to be inspired as Halima Mahomed joins us on this episode. Her profound insights and unwavering commitment to advancing African agency will leave you motivated to make a difference in your own community and contribute to a more just and equitable world.

About the Host

Bidemi Adedire

Communications officer; Givingtuesday Africa hub

Bidemi Adedire is a Communications and Idea Strategist who views herself as a perpetual learner. She holds the belief that ideas and creativity are the driving forces in the world. Bidemi's area of expertise lies in utilizing digital tools to facilitate effective communication, platform building, and the delivery of audience-focused solutions.

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In this episode, Halima, and Bidemi discuss African giving traditions. 

They talk about various terms related to giving such as solidarity, reciprocity, and collective identity.

Giving practices in Africa are rooted in values of solidarity and collective humanity, which shape daily giving practices. The conversation also touches on the heterogeneity of African giving traditions, which means that there are many different elements to giving depending on geographic location and cultural context.

Halima discusses the diversity and complexity of African giving traditions, highlighting how they differ from dominant philanthropic narratives in the global north. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing and validating existing African structures rather than trying to conform them to foreign models. Halima suggests increasing awareness of different types of giving practices and capturing stories that demonstrate their value. 

The episode concludes with a call for a globally inclusive definition of philanthropy that recognizes diverse cultural approaches to collective humanity. 

Action Items

• Investigating the different giving traditions across the African continent, including diaspora communities and Muslim philanthropy in South Africa
• Increasing knowledge building and awareness of the diversity of giving practices through different media
• Capturing and telling stories of giving traditions to make them more visible and accessible to a wider audience

About the Guest

Halima Mahomed

Independent Philanthropy Researcher & Consultant and TrustAfrica Senior Fellow on African Philanthropy

We have the pleasure of introducing Halima Mahomed, an exceptional independent philanthropy researcher and consultant. She is also a distinguished TrustAfrica Senior Fellow on African Philanthropy.

Halima's unwavering belief in the power of African agency is at the core of her work. She is passionate about creating space for those who have borne the brunt of injustice, allowing them to determine their own priorities and reclaim their power. Through her extensive research and consultancy, Halima focuses on strengthening the narrative, knowledge, practice, and impact of African philanthropy and philanthropy in Africa.

Halima is more than just an expert in her field; she is a captivating speaker who effortlessly connects with her audience. Her dynamic and engaging style will keep you hooked from start to finish, as she shares stories of resilience, progress, and the incredible impact that philanthropy can have on individuals and communities.

Prepare to be inspired as Halima Mahomed joins us on this episode. Her profound insights and unwavering commitment to advancing African agency will leave you motivated to make a difference in your own community and contribute to a more just and equitable world.

About the Host

Bidemi Adedire

Communications officer; Givingtuesday Africa hub

Bidemi Adedire is a Communications and Idea Strategist who views herself as a perpetual learner. She holds the belief that ideas and creativity are the driving forces in the world. Bidemi's area of expertise lies in utilizing digital tools to facilitate effective communication, platform building, and the delivery of audience-focused solutions.