OUR PROJECTS

CAPSI’s projects bring research, dialogue, and collaboration into practice across African philanthropy and social innovation through initiatives that connect ideas with action.

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A reflection: by Isabella Matambanadzo

January 22, 2026

The second African women’s writing retreat and circle, curated by a multi-dimensional partnership of actors such as NAWI, CAPSI/WITS, Adoye; was excellently delivered through thoughtfully prepared daily tutorials. These were skillfully delivered by Karabo, whose knowledge about the writing that is from this continent, is unparalleled. Jude and Nyamal…

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Projects & Programmes

CAPSI’s projects invite students, young people, partners, and wider publics into conversations and initiatives that advance African philanthropy and social innovation.

Adɔyɛ

Adɔyɛ highlights women’s significant roles and impacts across philanthropy in Africa.

African Philanthropy Conference

An annual forum where philanthropic institutions and stakeholders across the continent convene to share insights, reflect collectively, and advance the principles of philanthropy and social investment in Africa.

Aspire Higher

The Aspire Higher Project supports girls and young women in sub-Saharan Africa with access to sexual and reproductive health education. It combines HIV prevention with community-based solutions, and four finalists received seed funding to implement their ideas in South African communities.

Conversations on African Philanthropy

The Conversations on African Philanthropy Podcast features leaders and change-makers whose work has shaped social investment and philanthropy in Africa. It supports social change by fostering a culture of effective giving, corporate social responsibility, and civic responsibility.

Kisima Giving

Kisima is a platform for sharing good giving stories from across Africa. It shows how Africans contribute to the public good collectively, while also mobilising resources for causes that matter.