Today we celebrate the work and dedication of our members working tirelessly to promote the voice and action for African philanthropy.👏👏👏

Reflecting on a productive meeting that we hosted last week with Independent Philanthropy Association South Africa and Southern Africa philanthropy actors in South Africa. The energy was electric as we explored the possibilities of a Southern African philanthropy network!

💡Exciting times ahead!

Earth Day has left us with much to ponder. Are we taking the necessary steps to care for our planet? What more can we do? In this week's Newsflash, we've brought together some experts from ZGF to discuss these important questions. Read here: lnkd.in/dVjj8iTg

#Podcast 🗣️ Local, farmer-managed seeds can solve Africa’s food insecurity and climate problems, say farmers and civil society groups in South Africa
scidev.net/global/podcast… Go #CageFreeSA ZAAB ACBIO @LVCSeaf Daniel Maingi AFSA

Zambia's seed sovereignty is at risk! Small-scale farmers face restrictions on saving, exchanging, and using seeds from their harvests. This #InternationalSeedDay , let's celebrate some of the #FarmersRightsChampions who are advocating for the rights of local small-scale farmers!

Kenji Mpande, a promoter of local seed varieties, advocates for sustainable farming practices in Chikankata.

#FarmersRightsChampions #SeedIsLife

zambianagroecology.org/empowering-zam…

Up to 70% of our smallholder farmers rely on farm-saved seeds, yet their seed systems lack support compared to the formal sector. Today, on #InternationalSeedDay , let's celebrate the people who, through their work, are helping to preserve Zambia’s agricultural biodiversity!

𝗔𝗙𝗦𝗔 || 𝗣𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗦 𝗥𝗘𝗟𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗘

AFSA Officially Launches “𝙎𝙚𝙚𝙙 𝙄𝙨 𝙇𝙞𝙛𝙚” Campaign To Uphold Farmer Managed Seed Systems (FMSS)

“Seed Is Life” campaign, a significant initiative aimed at promoting Farmer Managed Seed Systems ( #FMSS ) and countering the…

🌱As we commemorate International Seed Day, let's reflect on the importance of Protecting Seed Sovereignty & unite in advocating for organic food, and farmers' rights, this is all for the well-being of our environment.
#Seedsovereignty #Safcei #InternationalSeedDay

Donor countries must honour their commitments to genuine development. Sign our open letter and demand #UntiedAid to promote fairness and empower communities in the Global South. Hold them accountable!
Read more here: shorturl.at/gNORX
#ShiftThePower #TooSouthernToBeFunded

Tied aid perpetuates power imbalances between donor and recipient countries. Sign our open letter to demand #UntiedAid and promote authentic partnerships. It's time to flip the script! shiftthepower.org/toosoutherntob… #ShiftThePower #TooSouthernToBeFunded

🌟Exciting news! Yesterday, we hosted a meeting in collaboration with Independent Philanthropy Association South Africa & Southern Africa philanthropy actors at the Mott Foundation offices in Joburg, South Africa.

The gathering reflected on possibilities of exploring a viable Southern African philanthropy network.

Every signature counts. Join the #ShiftThePower movement by signing our open letter and advocating for a more just and equitable world, because being 'too southern' shouldn't mean being denied opportunities for growth and progress.
Read more here: shorturl.at/gNORX

Grassroots activists are the backbone of social change, but tied aid restricts their ability to make a meaningful impact. Sign our open letter and stand in solidarity for #UntiedAid .
Read more here: shorturl.at/gvGLU
#ShiftThePower #TooSouthernToBeFunded

This Earth Day, we Alliance For A Lead-Free Kabwe Alliance are advocating for Kabwe to be cleaned. Kabwe deserves a fresh start - cleaning up means healthier lives for the people, and ensuring a brighter future for generations to come. #EarthDay #LeadFreeKabwe

Tied aid isn't just a policy; it's a shackle on global development. Less than 10% of aid directly reaches CSOs in the Global South. Sign our open letter demanding #UntiedAid & aid justice for CSOs.
Read more here: shiftthepower.org/toosoutherntob…
#ShiftThePower #toosoutherntobefunded

For too long, the aid system has restricted Southern CSOs from accessing int'l funding. In a new report & open letter we 'tell all' on how some orgs are #TooSouthernToBeFunded . Sign our open letter to the OECD DAC to end aid bias today shiftthepower.org/TooSouthernToB… #ShiftThePower

What exactly are carbon credits?
Recently, the ZGF and the ZAAB joined forces to host an enlightening session on carbon credits in renewable energy. Read the latest edition of our Newsflash here: shorturl.at/hmpE6

#WorldEarthDay #CarbonCredits #ClimateAction

We have a winner!

Tendai Mpande, a Zambian poet, won the 'Climate Dreamworld' poetry competition that took place in December 2023, which aimed to raise awareness about climate change.

Take a read here: shorturl.at/yBHV3
#ClimateAction #DreamWorld #Sustainability

📌 Explore the intersection of African philanthropy and climate change challenges. African communities are resilient but need support. How can philanthropy make a lasting impact?

Check out inspiring stories from African youth leaders at 🔗africaphilanthropynetwork.org/apn-2023-essay…