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🌍 AfriCAN Do! Podcast Episode 42: The Future of African Philanthropy with Eric Kimani
🔥 Are Africans doing enough to uplift Africa?
In this powerhouse Episode 42 of the AfriCAN Do! Podcast, we sit down with veteran business leader, entrepreneur, and dedicated philanthropist, Eric Kimani. Eric, the co-founder trustee of The Palmhouse Foundation, brings decades of experience from roles like finance director at Williamson Tea and CEO at KTDA, right up to his current ventures, including a milk processing facility, a college, and a primary school. He's an expert on what it takes to build and give back in Africa.
Why is African Philanthropy lagging? We're diving into the nascent concept of African Philanthropy, exploring why it's not growing as fast as it should, and critically, why it is vital for Africans to step up and do better at it. This conversation is a clarion call and a crucial discussion for anyone invested in the continent's future.
Eric shares his authentic, vulnerable journey—from corporate executive to dedicated entrepreneur and Rotarian District Governor—and explains why education is the single most powerful tool to break the cycle of poverty.
Tune in for an inspiring, informative, and contextual story that will correct narratives and influence policy around giving back on the continent. This episode is your affirmation and reassurance that we are all in this entrepreneurial journey together, and collectively, AfriCAN Do!
Click to listen and discover:
* Insights into the current state of African Philanthropy. * The barriers to growth in local giving. * Why African entrepreneurs and business leaders have a unique role to play. * The impact of The Palmhouse Foundation on empowering youth through education. * Eric Kimani’s journey of giving up salaried work to focus on purpose-driven business.