Though overlooked, philanthropy; the art of giving back to the community without expecting anything in return, has the ability to really build a nation. Andrew Cargenie, for one, is considered the most famous philanthropist for building over 2 500 libraries around the world while building several universities along with a charitable trust which still runs even after his death in 1919. With the regressive state of the country where old school pit latrines are replaced with newer versions of pit latrines instead of functional toilets, the question: is where are South African philanthropists to bridge the vivid gaps in the country? In this conversation we want to get into the landscape of philanthropy in the country and joining Lerato Mbele to do so is Dr Keratiloe Mogotsi, Programme Director of the Africa Philanthropy Executive Education at the Wits Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment.

<p>Though overlooked, philanthropy; the art of giving back to the community without expecting anything in return, has the ability to really build a nation. Andrew Cargenie, for one, is considered the most famous philanthropist for building over 2 500 libraries around the world while building several universities along with a charitable trust which still runs even after his death in 1919. With the regressive state of the country where old school pit latrines are replaced with newer versions of pit latrines instead of functional toilets, the question: is where are South African philanthropists to bridge the vivid gaps in the country? In this conversation we want to get into the landscape of philanthropy in the country and joining Lerato Mbele to do so is Dr Keratiloe Mogotsi, Programme Director of the Africa Philanthropy Executive Education at the Wits Centre on African Philanthropy and Social Investment.</p>

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

<p>POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.</p>

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