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Read No New York? No Problem.
A redirection of the conversation about how Western nations' exclusionary visa policies are affecting leaders of local African organizations.
Read There’s An App for That: Justice Tech in Africa
A look at three locally-led African organizations that are bringing the law to the people and breaking new ground as they do so.
Read Necessary Noise: The 2026 Segal Awards
Our 2026 awardees exemplify the next chapter of African-led social innovation. Meet them here!
Read We’ve Been Here Before
Many of you are wondering about Ebola's impact on our community: here's how we've handled such before, who's taking action, and what fellow donors can do.
Read Talk Giving to Me!
Talk Giving to Me is a series of short conversations between funders with a presence in African countries, touching on topics ranging from the evolving landscape to what we all could be doing better.
Read All Minds Are Welcome Here
Supporting community wellbeing and inclusion is a multifaceted mission and part of our ongoing learning journey. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we shine a light on the importance of neurodivergent inclusion.
Read A Day in the Life of a Program Officer
You’ve heard the term “program officer” many times, but do you know what all their work entails? Segal team members demonstrate what being a PO is all about in this quick video.
Read The Turning of the Travel Tides
Visa discrimination has long made travel difficult for leaders of African organizations; recent heightened restrictions by the U.S. will have grave effects on philanthropy.
Read 8 Years in 8 Questions: Carolyn Kandusi
Senior Program Officer Carolyn Kandusi sat down for a farewell interview before embarking on big adventures of her own making!
Read Our Francophone Foray Thus Far
SII Champions have been undergoing coaching, capacity-building, and community-building; they’ve gone on site visits, hosted mixers, and had their work publicized by the press.
Read Community Across Countries: An(other) AVF Learning Visit
“When local leaders learn together, we move faster, smarter, and stronger—and our communities feel the difference.” A group of African Visionary Fellows recently took a trip to learn from sector peers.
Read From Africa, to New York City, to the World!
Spotlight Africa's warm energy stood out in contrast to the drab concrete and overcast mood outside; each day came alive as connections were made, ideas exchanged, and encouragement shared.