• Unpacking the application of Indigenous Knowledge Systems in data collection and data analysis techniques: A case study of evaluation analyses practices

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    Made in Africa evaluation (MAE) is often critiqued for not having implementation methods, approaches and tools. Much discussion has been focused on building Indigenous Knowledge Systems (IKS) to inform the implementation of MAE. What possibilities does IKS have for developing types of data collection and analysis methods? Let us explore this idea. As part of…

  • Reimagining Africa’s future from within

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    We were never in the dark Africa has long been painted with broad strokes, we are often seen as  the “dark continent”, a place of unending challenge. And yes, we do know hardship. You could argue that the ubiquity of struggle has toughened us and has potentially made us more adaptable. But even by those…

  • When the world feels wobbly

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    It is easy to feel adrift but the strength of our connections and the depth of our shared knowledge offer a way forward. Community support becomes a steady force to build our resilience. A time of upheaval At the moment it feels like unpredictability has become the only constant. We have a global crisis that…

  • Ciki’s Journey: A Triumph of Resilience and Corporate Support reassuring that dreams do come true.

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    In the townships of Cape Town, where challenges often overshadow opportunities, Cikizwa—affectionately known as Ciki—has built a thriving culinary business against the odds. Her journey is one of resilience, determination, and the crucial role of funding in helping entrepreneurs take their first steps towards success. Southern Hemisphere has been so inspired by Ciki’s Graceland Cafe’s success…

  • More than a tickbox exercise: Embedding Learning for Stronger Teams and Smarter Investments

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    Beyond monitoring and reporting: Building empowered and capable teams Embedded learning in action A recent project for Frontline Aids has got us thinking about the work we do and how we do it. While it’s a given that donors and organisations require data and insights to assess the impact of their investments, MEL is about…

  • From a Childhood of Connection to a Lifelong Journey of Advocacy

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    Gethwana Mahlase is a renowned storyteller, HIV and AIDS activist, and the founder of a HIV and AIDS NGO called Targeted AIDS Interventions (TAI). Her work reflects an inspiring blend of resilience, vision, and determination. “I had no office, no equipment, no computer, no chair, nothing. But I had something very powerful. I had the…