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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251103T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251103T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20251020T133510Z
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SUMMARY:Public Lecture: Deploying Artificial Intelligence to Achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals
DESCRIPTION:Date: Monday\, 3 November 2025Time: 14:00 for 14:30 – 16:30Venue: Donald Gordon Auditorium\, Wits Business School\, 2 St David’s Place\, Parktown\, JohannesburgCost: Free | Seats are limited – booking is essentialRSVP: Click here to RSVP \n\nAbout the Lecture\nWith only five years left to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and just 35% currently on track — the urgency to act has never been greater. \nJoin us for a thought-provoking public lecture hosted by Wits Business School (WBS) and the Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI)\, as Professor Arthur Mutambara explores how Artificial Intelligence (AI) can be deployed to accelerate progress toward the SDGs. \nIn this engaging session\, Prof. Mutambara will discuss how AI can serve as a catalyst for inclusive and sustainable transformation\, while addressing the global challenges of digital imperialism\, data colonialism\, and technological exclusion in emerging economies. \nDrawing on his diverse experiences from NASA to MIT Prof. Mutambara will offer a visionary perspective on how innovation\, cooperation\, and decolonial AI systems can empower Africa and the Global South to lead in shaping the future. \nDon’t miss this powerful conversation on Technology\, Leadership\, and African Philanthropy’s role in building an equitable digital future. \nRead more about Prof. Arthur Mutambara here. \n\nEvent Details\n\nDate: Monday\, 3 November 2025\nTime: 14:00 for 14:30 – 16:30\nVenue: Donald Gordon Auditorium\, Wits Business School\, 2 St David’s Place\, Parktown\, Johannesburg\nCost: Free | Booking is essential\nRefreshments will be served\n\n\nRSVP & Enquiries\nRSVP: Click here to RSVPEnquiries: \n\nPhumudzo Mufamadi – phumudzo.mufamadi@wits.ac.za\nNtando Hoza – ntando.hoza@wits.ac.za
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/public-lecture-deploying-artificial-intelligence-to-achieve-the-un-sustainable-development-goals/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251103T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251103T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T055443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T055443Z
UID:17026-1762156800-1762189200@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:Long Staff Service Awards
DESCRIPTION:Honoring employees for their loyalty and dedication through years of service in WBS.
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/long-staff-service-awards/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251031T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251031T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250523T105832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T110112Z
UID:17297-1761897600-1761930000@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:CAPSI: PhD Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Building a Community of Philanthropy Scholars \nVenue: BW 1
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/capsi-phd-seminar-series-7/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251007T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251009T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T055336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T055336Z
UID:17024-1759824000-1760029200@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:EQUIS Peer Review Visit
DESCRIPTION:A peer-review team will be visiting the school as part of the school’s accreditation application. All activities of the school will be examined for alignment with the EQUIS standards and criteria for accreditation.
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/equis-peer-review-visit/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251002T160000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20251002T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250912T070451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T070601Z
UID:17735-1759420800-1759424400@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:What Happens to Children’s Development When Mothers Participate in the 100WEEKS Program?
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will discuss research findings on the effects of the 100WEEKS Cash+ program on early childhood development\, with a particular focus on brain development.\n\n\nDate: 2 October 2025\nTime: 16:00 CET\nLocation: Online\n\nRegister here: How a direct cash program supports the development of children: new evidence from Ivory Coast\n\nA sneak peek into the findings:\n\n\n\nEarly childhood is a critical period for brain development.\nPoverty\, food insecurity\, and survival stress greatly disrupt this process.\nThe 100WEEKS program effectively addresses these challenges.\nThe result: children show significantly improved brain development.\n\n\nResearcher at CAPSI Africa with researchers from the University of Toronto\, Pennsylvania State University\, and Carnegie Mellon University\, will discuss these findings and their implications for policy and practice.\nCAPSI Africa looks forward to welcoming you online for what promises to be an inspiring event. The final online link will be shared closer to the date.
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/what-happens-to-childrens-development-when-mothers-participate-in-the-100weeks-program/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250926T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250523T105750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T110113Z
UID:17295-1758873600-1758906000@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:CAPSI: PhD Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Building a Community of Philanthropy Scholars \nVenue: BW 1
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/capsi-phd-seminar-series-6/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250901T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250907T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T055209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T055209Z
UID:17022-1756713600-1757264400@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:Arbor Week
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/arbor-week/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250829T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250829T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250523T105709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T110113Z
UID:17293-1756454400-1756486800@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:CAPSI: PhD Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Building a Community of Philanthropy Scholars \nVenue: BW 1
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/capsi-phd-seminar-series-5/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250818T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250820T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T054625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T054636Z
UID:17020-1755504000-1755709200@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:EQUIS Mock visit
DESCRIPTION:QED will conduct a mock peer review visit (see EQUIS Peer Review Visit scheduled for September). Prepare the school for the offical EQUIS visit.
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/equis-mock-visit/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250727T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250731T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T104827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T104917Z
UID:17038-1753603200-1753981200@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:2025 African Philanthropy Conference
DESCRIPTION:The African Philanthropy Conference is a collaborative platform which aims to create and curate a progressive agenda for philanthropy and social investment on the continent. Hosted as an annual convening\, the conference has consistently grown attracting institutions and stakeholders such as practitioners\, grassroots movements\, academics\, policy makers and donors. \nDelegates interact through keynote addresses\, plenary sessions\, parallel dialogues and networking opportunities\, which invite active participation\, contribution and collaboration which will enrich individual and collective experiences for all. \n\nDate: Sunday 27th to Thursday 31st July 2025\nLocation:  American University in Cairo\, Egypt
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/2025-african-philanthropy-conference/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250721T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250721T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T054207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T054207Z
UID:17018-1753084800-1753117200@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:PDBA July Intake Orientation
DESCRIPTION:The welcoming and official onboarding of our new PDBA  students. The welcoming and official onboarding of our new PDBA  students.
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/pdba-july-intake-orientation/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250718T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250523T105624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T110113Z
UID:17290-1752825600-1752858000@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:CAPSI: PhD Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Building a Community of Philanthropy Scholars \nVenue: BW 1
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/capsi-phd-seminar-series-4/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250718T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250718T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T054033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T054033Z
UID:17016-1752825600-1752858000@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:Mandela Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/mandela-day/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250627T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250523T090924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T110113Z
UID:17284-1751011200-1751043600@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:CAPSI: PhD Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Building a Community of Philanthropy Scholars \nVenue: BW 1
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/capsi-phd-seminar-series-2/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250626T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250627T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T053852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T053852Z
UID:17014-1750924800-1751043600@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:MBA Modular Format Orientation (mid-year intake)
DESCRIPTION:The welcoming of our new MBA students. The welcoming of our new MBA students.
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/mba-modular-format-orientation-mid-year-intake/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250607T060000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250607T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T053653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T053902Z
UID:17010-1749276000-1749319200@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Showcasing the WBS Offering \, To showcase our offering\, to prospective students. \n\nVenue: DG \, Smart Classroom and Classroom 3
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/open-day/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250530T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250530T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250523T090434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T110113Z
UID:17282-1748599200-1748624400@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:CAPSI: PhD Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Building a Community of Philanthropy Scholars \nVenue: BW 1
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/capsi-phd-seminar-series/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250523T150000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250523T110039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T110039Z
UID:17299-1748012400-1748019600@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:Africa Day Commemoration
DESCRIPTION:Africa Day is a day of reflection on the journey of the African continent towards unity\, freedom\, and development. As we mark Africa Day 2025\, the continent stands at a critical juncture: facing both enduring challenges and unprecedented opportunities for growth and transformation.  The African Union’s theme for 2025 is “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent” and South Africa\, as the host of the G20 Summit\, is pursuing the theme of “fostering solidarity\, equality and sustainable development.” \nVenue:\nBert Wessels Lecture Theatre\, Wits Business School\, 2. St. David’s Place\, Parktown\, Johannesburg
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/africa-day-commemoration/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250523T000000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250523T000000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250523T102714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T110113Z
UID:17286-1747958400-1747958400@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:CAPSI: PhD Seminar Series
DESCRIPTION:Building a Community of Philanthropy Scholars \nVenue: BW 1
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/capsi-phd-seminar-series-3/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250513T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250514T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250523T090244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250523T090726Z
UID:17280-1747123200-1747242000@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:Trialogue Business in Society Conference - CAPSI participating as an exhibitor
DESCRIPTION:The Trialogue Business in Society Conference is the premier annual conference in South Africa showcasing important developments across the corporate responsibility sector\, with a focus on the ‘S’ in ESG. The target audience is companies and nonprofit organisations\, and the aim is to enhance knowledge and collaborations to help businesses perform more sustainably in society. \nTHEME FOR 2025: DRIVING IMPACT. INSPIRING CHANGE\nThe overall theme of the conference is ‘Driving Impact\, Inspiring Change’\, and topics include the role of business in society\, trends in CSI and philanthropy\, early childhood education\, entrepreneurship\, digital skills\, monitoring\, evaluation and learning\, funding practices and more. \nThe conference aims to foster meaningful discussions\, connections and new thinking on CSI to shape the future of social impact in South Africa and beyond. The overall theme of the conference is ‘Driving Impact\, Inspiring Change’\, and topics will cover the role of business in society\, trends in CSI\, education\, entrepreneurship and more \nVenue:The Galleria in Sandton\, Johannesburg
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/trialogue-business-in-society-conference-capsi-participating-as-an-exhibitor/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250508T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250508T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T052919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T053059Z
UID:16997-1746691200-1746723600@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:CAPSI Launch of Academic Publishing Workshop Series for Emerging Researchers
DESCRIPTION:The CAPSI Academic Publishing Workshop Series will disseminate key findings from the Youth Project “The Contributions of the Non-Profit Sector to the Creation of Dignified and Fulfilling Work for Young People in Africa”. The series will provide an academic platform to inform the ongoing data collection phase and shape subsequent analysis. This will reinforce the empirical strength of the project. \nThe series will build capacity among emerging researchers to produce academically rigorous outputs. Participants\, including doctoral students and early-career scholars\, will gain practical exposure to manuscript preparation\, peer review protocols\, and strategies for responding to reviewer feedback. This process will consolidate CAPSI’s leadership in academic publishing support. \nVenue: Online – Zoom
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/capsi-launch-of-academic-publishing-workshop-series-for-emerging-researchers/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250507T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T053149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T053223Z
UID:17002-1746604800-1746637200@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:Seminar on South Africa's Gas Future
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/seminar-on-south-africas-gas-future/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250501T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250501T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T053316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T053910Z
UID:17006-1746086400-1746118800@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:2026 Jan intake applications open
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/2026-jan-intake-applications-open/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250326T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250326T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T052656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T053915Z
UID:16994-1742976000-1743008400@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:PDBA Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Information session for PDBA July Intake. 2025 Midyear intake recruitment campaign.
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/pdba-information-session/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250319T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250319T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T051828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T052007Z
UID:16987-1742389200-1742394600@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:The Professionalization and Institutionalization of Civil Society Capacity Building: Insights from Liberia
DESCRIPTION:“Civil society plays a crucial role in fostering democracy\, governance\, and social change. This event will explore Liberia’s experience in strengthening civil society organizations (CSOs) through professionalization and institutionalization efforts. Experts and practitioners will share lessons learned\, challenges\, and best practices that can inform similar initiatives globally. \nKey Highlights:\n✅ The evolution of civil society capacity-building in Liberia\n✅ Strategies for sustainability and institutionalization\n✅ Lessons for policymakers\, donors\, and practitioners” \n“The purpose of this event is to examine and discuss the professionalization and institutionalization of civil society capacity-building efforts in Liberia. Through expert insights and real-world case studies\, the event aims to highlight the progress\, challenges\, and best practices that can strengthen civil society organizations (CSOs) for long-term impact. \nKey Goals:\n✅ Understand the Evolution – Trace how civil society capacity-building efforts in Liberia have developed over time and the key milestones achieved.\n✅ Explore Sustainability Strategies – Discuss methods to institutionalize capacity-building initiatives\, ensuring their long-term effectiveness and independence.\n✅ Share Lessons and Best Practices – Provide valuable insights for policymakers\, donors\, and practitioners to apply in similar contexts worldwide. \nThis event will serve as a platform for knowledge-sharing\, collaboration\, and strategic discussions to enhance civil society’s role in governance\, democracy\, and social transformation.” \n\nVenue: Hybrid Event (Cl 5 & Webinar)
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/the-professionalization-and-institutionalization-of-civil-society-capacity-building-insights-from-liberia/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250318T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250321T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T052354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T052556Z
UID:16991-1742284800-1742576400@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:Urban green and climate finance mapping study: Key discoveries and strategic implications
DESCRIPTION:Note: Prof Bhekinkosi Moyo\, director of CAPSI\, moderated a roundtable discussion on the topic “Unlocking financial resources for urban forests and green spaces in African cities” following the presentation by: \n\nDr Sylvester Horvey\nDr Melody Mandevere\n\nThe purpose of this event is to reaffirm the critical role of urban forests and green spaces in strengthening African cities against global climate challenges and in creating healthier\, more inclusive\, equitable and resilient communities \nThis year’s theme\, “Green Horizons: Shaping the Future Resilience of African Cities through Urban Forests\,” reflects a bold and forward-looking vision for sustainable urban development. This theme emphasises a proactive and strategic stance in shaping the future of urban forestry across the continent\, with a focus on innovation\, comprehensive planning\, and action-oriented solutions that will transform African urban landscapes for generations to come \n\nVenue: Hybrid: South Africa – The Forum\, The Campus\, Bryanston and Diepsloot Memorial Park
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/urban-green-and-climate-finance-mapping-study-key-discoveries-and-strategic-implications/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250311T140000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250311T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T050140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T050227Z
UID:16982-1741701600-1741707000@www.capsi.wits.ac.za
SUMMARY:Catalysing Change: African Philanthropy in a Shifting Global Landscape
DESCRIPTION:This event is a public lecture by Binaifer Nowrojee\, President of the Open Society Foundations (OSF)\, at the Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment (CAPSI)\, Wits Business School\, on March 11\, 2025. The lecture\, titled “The role of Philanthropy in achieving agreed global compacts\, transformative national development and sustainable social justice in the global south\,” will explore philanthropy’s role in the context of recent global agreements like the UN’s Pact for the Future and the upcoming G20 Summit in South Africa. It will also address the increasing importance of African philanthropy in supporting civil society and social justice causes\, particularly in light of shifting global aid dynamics. The lecture will be followed by a panel discussion. The event highlights the OSF’s support for institutions in South Africa and Africa and CAPSI and WBS’s role in fostering discussions around philanthropy and social investment. \nHighlighting the role of philanthropy: The core purpose is to explore and emphasize the crucial role philanthropy plays in achieving global compacts (like the UN’s Pact for the Future)\, driving transformative national development\, and fostering sustainable social justice\, particularly in the Global South. \nDiscussing the changing landscape of development funding: The event aims to address the evolving context of development funding\, including the increasing importance of African philanthropy as traditional aid models shift. It acknowledges the need for creative and sustainable financing solutions for civil society and social justice causes. \nPositioning African philanthropy: The lecture and subsequent discussion seek to position African philanthropy as a vital force in addressing critical global challenges. \nShowcasing OSF’s work and partnerships: The event serves to highlight the Open Society Foundations’ work in supporting institutions and initiatives in Africa\, as well as their partnerships with organizations like CAPSI and Wits Business School. \nFacilitating dialogue and knowledge sharing: The public lecture and panel discussion are designed to stimulate dialogue and facilitate knowledge sharing among attendees on the role of philanthropy in a changing world. \nRaising awareness: The event aims to raise awareness about the importance of philanthropy and its potential to contribute to positive social change. It also seeks to raise awareness about the work of CAPSI and Wits Business School in this area \nOpen Society Foundation\, Nelson Mandela Foundation\, Graca Machel Trust\, Business Unity SA\, Independent Philanthropy Association SA\, Southern Centre for Inequality Studies \n\nVenue: Hybrid\, DG and Zoom
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/catalysing-change-african-philanthropy-in-a-shifting-global-landscape/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250219T170000
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SUMMARY:MBA Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Recruitment Campaign July Intake \n\nVenue: Online
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/mba-info-session/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250211T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250213T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
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SUMMARY:AWEaP JET Skills Development Programme – Entrepreneur Master Class
DESCRIPTION:Venue: Smart Classroom\nPhotos URL: View Now
URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/aweap-jet-skills-development-programme-entrepreneur-master-class/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250129T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20250129T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T080209
CREATED:20250508T045100Z
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SUMMARY:Gautrain ride with the traveller - Thebe Ikalafeng
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URL:https://www.capsi.wits.ac.za/event/gautrain-ride-with-the-traveller-thebe-ikalafeng/
CATEGORIES:CAPSI Institutional Calendar
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