“The only way we can build Africa into the continent we want it to be, is to work together, tell and teach everyone of other cultures, other experiences, create a new version of a narrative, together we are stronger, we can ensure every child will grow up to say I am proudly African.” Dr. Ndidi Okonkwo Nwuneli, Co-Founder, Wealth4Impact | #APF26

“Using local distributors to bring goods to their markets is a crucial part of supporting their communities.” Gareth Ackerman, Non-Executive Director, Pick n Pay | #APF26

“We established a foundation to ensure that our giving remains consistent, even when times are difficult, regardless of the political environment.” Gareth Ackerman, Non-Executive Director, Pick n Pay | #APF26

“There is a difference between philanthropy and charity. Philanthropy asks, ‘How do we make a difference and help people get to a point where they can help themselves?’ Charity asks, ‘Where can I help?’” Gareth Ackerman, Non-Executive Director, Pick n Pay | #APF26

We develop and build small businesses. We also run an entrepreneurship academy that provides training for individuals who may not have had access to formal education.” Gareth Ackerman, Non-Executive Director, Pick n Pay | #APF26

“Work with different organisations to ensure that people can stand on their own after receiving support. Make sure your commitments help them help themselves. Education, for example, is crucial.” Phuthi Mahanyele, South Africa CEO and Group Executive Director at Prosus & Naspers Limited | #APF26

We recognised a gap in tech skills and created a programme to retrain university graduates in technology and place them in permanent roles. So far, 8,000 people have been skilled, with 7,200 now in tech roles. This year, we’re taking in 6,000 students. Phuthi Mahanyele, South Africa CEO and Group Executive Director at Prosus & Naspers Limited | #APF26

“We support women entrepreneurs without taking equity in their businesses. We also expose them to what their businesses could look like when they scale.” Phuthi Mahanyele, South Africa CEO and Group Executive Director at Prosus & Naspers Limited | #APF26

“Giving while I’m alive gives me much more joy and pleasure. I want to do that right now, in my lifetime.” Gary Lubner, Founder of the This Day Foundation | #APF26

Generosity is not just about money. It is also about giving your time and effort. Gary Lubner, Founder of the This Day Foundation | #APF26

“Deciding to give away 95% of my wealth was easier. Deciding where to give was also easier. For me, it was here in South Africa.” Gary Lubner, Founder of the This Day Foundation | #APF26

Giving now, while I am alive, brings me much more joy and pleasure than the thought of whether I will leave a big legacy.” Gary Lubner, Founder of the This Day Foundation | #APF26

“Young people are fundamental to the future of this continent and the future of the world.” Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka (@phumlambongcuka), Founder of the Umlambo Foundation and Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg | #APF26

“We need to understand the implications of creating jobs in the face of technological advancements, both for the better and for the worse.” Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka (@phumlambongcuka), Founder of the Umlambo Foundation and Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg | #APF26

“We have to understand the issues facing the girl child. We need to understand and support the challenges they encounter. Girls face discrimination in education because of their gender, as well as issues such as female genital mutilation.” Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka (@phumlambongcuka), Founder of the Umlambo Foundation and Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg | #APF26

“Young people today are substantive. They have insights we don’t have. We need them in the rooms where decisions that impact their lives are made. Intergenerational collaboration leads to more dynamic decisions.” Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka (@phumlambongcuka), Founder of the Umlambo Foundation and Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg | #APF26

“Young people are not part of decision-making as an afterthought or a nice-to-have. They are fundamental to the future of this continent and the world.” Dr Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka (@phumlambongcuka), Founder of the Umlambo Foundation and Chancellor of the University of Johannesburg | #APF26

“Education is the right of every African child. We must commit to providing education of the highest quality. It is a sacred right for our children.” Gbenga Oyebode (@GbengaOyebode), APF Board Chair | #APF26

“Rather than focusing on numerous projects with no ambition to scale, we must build systems that strengthen our societies and institutions that can guide us towards the future we envision.” Gbenga Oyebode (@GbengaOyebode), APF Board Chair | #APF26