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The 3rd East African Grantmakers Conference

Monday, 07 May 2012 00:00

For the 3rd year EAAG will host the Annual East Africa Grantmakers conference on the 25th – 27th July 2012 in Entebbe, Uganda. The theme of this year’s conference is ‘’ Philanthropy, Leadership and Governance’’.

It is generally agreed that leadership and governance play a vital role in socio-economic development in society. Most of the socio-economic and political problems in Africa are blamed on poor leadership and ineffective governance systems. The Mo Ibrahim Foundation confirms this in its 2011 Ibrahim index of African Governance where it notes that countries that pursue a balance approach to governance achieve the most success

East Africa Philanthropy Awards - FAQs

Tuesday, 24 April 2012 00:00

Have questions about the 1st East Africa Philanthropy Awards? Find answers here : EAPA FAQS

Are Kenyans generous enough to help each other?

Friday, 20 April 2012 00:00

Are Kenyans generous enough to help each other? ama sisi ni wabinafsi? swala komavu? (or are we selfish? talking point?) -Radio interview generated discussions on Milele FM

Follow this discussion on the EAAG Blog

Interview With Philanthropist Chris Mburu

Tuesday, 13 December 2011 11:55

One on one with the enigma behind a Small Act Film: Human Rights Lawyer and Philanthropist Chris Mburu

Thank you very much Chris for agreeing to honour the East African Philanthropist with an opportunity for an interview. I will straight on shoot my questions.

Saving Lake Victoria Basin - Involving local grantmakers

Tuesday, 13 December 2011 11:55

Lake Victoria, like many other East Africa’s significant water bodies, faces serious ecological pressures occasioned by incessant and destructive human activities. Consequences for these unabated activities are dire and are beginning to threaten the very livelihood of the people, unless some concerted measures are taken.