Championing African Visionaries

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Championing African Visionaries

A young African woman smiles at the camera and wears a t-shirt that says “Be bold. Build Community. Fight For Fairness. Learn and Innovate.

about us It’s time to back the bold ideas of local leaders.

We celebrate Africa. We champion African leaders. We want African ingenuity to get the financial backing it deserves.

Our all-African grantmaking team and extensive local network equips visionary doers and donors with the resources and connections they need to advance positive change.

How We Work

African visionary fellowship
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    Victor Odhiambo

    Victor’s work gives underserved young people the tools to lead a productive life.

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  • Photo of Jerry Mang'ena

    Jerry Mang’ena

    Jerry is a Tanzanian ocean conservationist, social entrepreneur, and advocate for sustainable blue economy solutions

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  • Photo of Andre Moliro

    André Moliro

    André has dedicated his career to promoting sustainable development in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

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  • Jackie Odhiambo

    Jackie’s vision is an Africa where widows thrive.

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