African Collaborative

Aid is pulling back. Demand is rising. The organizations closest to communities are feeling it most. New @BridgespanGroup research makes the case for why funding African collaboratives matters now more than ever. 🔗 ow.ly/gaAl50Yw4mY

Join our incredible partner @keepliberia at #CSW70 to explore literacy and inclusive education in Liberia. 17 Mar | 1:15–2:30 PM ET | United Nations Headquarters, Conf. Room E, NYC Register: ow.ly/bJGz50Ypbe2

When crises occur, it is local organizations that remain. One year after major funding cuts, our partners continue to adapt and protect their communities. Today, we’re honoring African-led and local organizations that faced a challenging year with resilience. #WorldNGODay

@BridgespanGroup’s latest research finds that 90% of philanthropic collaboratives are seeing rising demand, and flexible, locally led funding is more critical than ever. Featuring insights from our Co-CEO Katie Bunten-Wamaru and @FriendshipBench → ow.ly/NOuz50XHsas

At her first panel, hosted by @AMPLIFY_girls, our Senior Coordinator, Julie Khamati, reflected on a persistent reality in philanthropy: there is still a real power imbalance in many funder–applicant relationships. Read more: ow.ly/i40N50Xy4zp

EMKF is transforming emergency care in Kenya: ▫️252 ERs mapped ▫️4,270 healthcare workers trained ▫️132 centers serving ~5M patients/year ▫️Casualty App w/ 4,000+ users @emkefoundation: African-led innovation saving lives. 💡bit.ly/3KCuOHd

Young women in Africa still face major inequality, female youth in Uganda earn 35% less than men, and 93% work in informal, low-paying jobs. Our latest evaluation shows female Wezesha Impact graduates increased incomes by 76% vs 27% for men. Read (p.17): lnkd.in/gBZ7KvD6

“If we waited for the politically convenient time to act, nothing would ever change.” — Gerald Abila. His words inspired the room and that energy continues to fuel us. Read our UNGA Reflection and explore event photos: africancollab.org/blog/unga-week… ⭐ @barefootlaw_org @abila1914

The 2025 freeze in traditional aid disrupted programs, but social entrepreneurs kept building. Proud that African Collaborative contributed to @UnlockAid’s State of the Builders Report. Read more → ow.ly/bqlJ50Xor5F

Our Co-CEO @AttiWorku and Dan Eddie Nthara (Njira Impact - @FOCCAD) will join @BridgespanGroup’s Community-Driven Change webinar on 12 Nov, 1:30 p.m. SAST, exploring how community-led innovation is driving stronger, more equitable health systems. 🔗 bspan.org/3JCDtcr

Donating 40 x desks to Chanyanya Primary School in rural Kafue District. This action not only enhances educational opportunities for vulnerable populations, but also contributes to enhancing the learning environment that ensures that every child has the chance to learn and thrive

In Nigeria, survivors of gender-based violence often face silence or danger. @gendermobile_ng provides safe, tech-enabled support and is a driving force in shaping the country’s anti-sexual harassment policy. More in Fueling Transformation: bit.ly/3KCuOHd

We’re proud to welcome four new leaders to the African Collaborative Board: Eddie Mandhry, Carol Warui, Clara Ngando, and Akua Gyekye. Their experience across tech, policy, finance & communications will help guide our next chapter of impact. Read more: ow.ly/hYAL50XmsVt

From 46 mini-libraries to Korpo’s Swimming Challenge 🇱🇷, KEEP Liberia is rewriting education & policy while empowering families & youth. Discover more in Fueling Transformation. bit.ly/3KCuOHd

In rural Ethiopia, goods once cost up to 75% more than in cities. @Kidame_Mart changed that by training 6,000 women as last-mile entrepreneurs. Now: 4.5M customers served, 200 locations, 4,500 Birr avg. monthly income per woman. More in our impact report: bit.ly/3KCuOHd

Have you read our newest impact report yet? 🌍 Fueling Transformation shows how African-led organizations are driving lasting change & why funding them directly and trusting them to lead is the key to sustainable development.

🌍 Our new report, Fueling Transformation, is live! When local leaders are resourced and empowered to lead, impact multiplies and sustainable change follows. Meaningful investment in African leadership isn’t just smart, it’s essential. Read the evidence: bit.ly/3KCuOHd

From games in Ethiopia to reflection in Burundi, these gatherings highlighted the impact of shared purpose. Our partners continue to show what collaboration can achieve, and we’re proud to celebrate that at every opportunity. africancollab.org/blog/strengthe…

With USAID winding down, aid as we knew it is at a turning point. We're proud to be mentioned in @Alliancemag's recent article which calls for a reset: funders must shift power & resources to locally-led orgs. Read more: alliancemagazine.org/blog/philanthr…

📢 Applications are OPEN! Are you an African-led, founded, & based org driving bold impact? Apply now to join our network of dynamic partners. We provide unrestricted, multi-year funding to leaders building Africa’s future. 🗓️ Deadline: 17 Sept 2025 🔗 africancollab.org/grantmaking