Bertha Centre for Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship

We are so proud of FOI Science 🎉, who won US$6,000 in the Climate and Health track at AFYA FEST 2025 in Kenya, a flagship event of the Africa Health Collaborative! FOI Science were the winners of last year’s Healthy Futures South Africa's Accelerator programme, a programme facilitated by the Bertha Centre for Social Innovation in partnership with the University of Cape Town Health Sciences, funded by the Mastercard Foundation. It’s inspiring to see their continued growth and impact. Congratulations Nomahlubi Nompunga and team – we can’t wait to see what’s next! 🚀

Introducing YoMobi™ Developed by Capacitate Social Solutions with the support of UNICEF, Lucha Lunako, and PwC, YoMobi™ is a dynamic platform helping civil society organisations tackle youth unemployment. - Create and share micro-learning activities - Engage young people through a mobile app -Strengthen programme outcomes and manage Alumni Not-for-profit organisations can register today to set up their own YoMobi™ instance. Young people can also join the All Youth Force instance right now using access code 12345. 👉 Register your organisation and start building the future: https://lnkd.in/dHgFqA-D 👉 Download the app on Google Play or Apple Store #YouthDevelopment #YoMobi #Innovation #Learning #Opportunities #EcosystemWednesdays

📣 FINAL CALL FOR APPLICATIONS   Through hands-on learning and local case studies, the Impact Investing in Africa course will explore how capital can be leveraged for justice, equity, and sustainability across Africa. This is your opportunity to join a growing movement of professionals reshaping the future of investing. Join us in Cape Town, South Africa, for the 11th iteration of the Impact Investing in Africa course, 8-12 September, with course co-convenors Jason Van Staden and Shiluba Mawela CA (SA).   Read more and apply here by 26 August: https://bit.ly/3UdVKyt

We’re excited to announce additional speakers joining the MPhil Inclusive Innovation Showcase afternoon session on Saturday, 23 August! 🎤Prashana Rampersad - Bertha Centre for Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship Scholar 2022 | MPhil Inclusive Innovation 🎤 Desirè Ruhinda, MD - Co-Founder, Medikea Health This panel will discuss “Showcasing Solutions and Collaborative Ideas,” highlighting innovative approaches and collective strategies that are shaping inclusive and sustainable change. Event details: Date: Saturday, 23 August 2025 Time: 15:30 - 17:00 SAST Location: Portswood Rd, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town Venue: UCT GSB Academic Conference Centre Register here to attend: http://bit.ly/4mXQeMJ

We are excited to share some of the amazing panelists that will be speaking at the Mphil Inclusive Innovation Showcase tomorrow. 🎤Prof. Vimal Ranchhod - Deputy-Director of the Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit, School of Economics at the University of Cape Town 🎤Dr Darlington Sibanda - Postdoctoral Research Fellow, University of Cape Town and Arizona State University (USA) 🎤Fabio Andrés Díaz Pabón - Senior Researcher and Fellow, African Centre of Excellence for Inequalities Research (ACEIR) 🎤Dr. Solange Rosa - Director, Bertha Centre for Social Innovation and Entrepreneurship 🎤Amiena Pastor - Director, I Deserve It NPC 🎤Luvuyo Rani - Executive Director, Africa Forward The speakers will provide an insightful overview exploring the root causes and impacts of today’s most pressing challenges, framed through both a South African and broader Global South lens. The discussions will further examine the critical economic, social, environmental, and digital gaps that shape development trajectories, highlighting opportunities for more inclusive and sustainable solutions. Jointly hosted by the MPhil Inclusive Innovation and the Bertha Centre for Social Innovation. Event details: Date: Saturday, 23 August 2025 Time: 11:00 - 15:00 SAST Location: Portswood Rd, V&A Waterfront, Cape Town Venue: UCT GSB Academic Conference Centre Register here to attend: http://bit.ly/4mXQeMJ

Develop your career in impact investing. We’re pleased to announce that the Bertha Centre’s Impact Investing in Africa course is now accredited for 40 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points. This recognition reflects the course’s rigorous academic and practical content, designed to equip professionals with the knowledge and skills to drive impact through investment across the African continent. The Impact Investing in Africa course is your gateway to a purpose-driven career in finance and investment, development, or entrepreneurship. Through quality content, expert speakers, and a robust alumni network, your knowledge and expertise will evolve. Join us in Cape Town, South Africa, 8-12 September at Africa's leading business school, the Graduate School of Business - University of Cape Town. Read more and apply here by 26 August *application deadline extended: https://bit.ly/3UdVKyt

Applications Are Still Open! We’re excited to share additional speakers for the upcoming Impact Investing in Africa Course taking place in Cape Town from 08–12 September 2025! Ibukun Awosika - Founder and Chief Executive Officer, The Chair Centre Group Dean Hand - Chief Research Officer, The Global Impact Investing Network Frank Aswani - Chief Executive Officer, African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA) David Mueller - Regional Specialist, Private Finance for the SDGs and IRFF, UNDP Applications are still open, and the deadline has been extended to 26 August 2025 - giving you more time to secure your spot at this transformative programme. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn directly from Africa’s leading practitioners in impact investing and sustainable finance. Course Details: Date: 08 - 12 September 2025 Location: Cape Town, South Africa Venue: UCT Graduate School of Business Programme Fee: R18375.00 Application deadline extended to 26 August 2025 at 14:00 SAST Learn more and apply here: https://bit.ly/3IAq03T Graduate School of Business - University of Cape Town