This podcast is about the Africa Grantmakers’ Affinity Group (AGAG) and explores the impact of AGAG's work to improve American philanthropic practices related to funding in Africa. We hear from grantmaking practitioners who were a part of the network. They share their perspective on AGAG as a unique and valued forum where the narratives about Africa that shape the practices of American funding in Africa were challenged. They describe how the candid discussions about the dynamics of power, race, and representation influenced them, and reflect AGAG’s impact and legacy. The podcast concludes with recommendations from AGAG's Executive Director, Niamani Mutima, for practitioners, grantmaking organizations, and funder networks.

The noted grantmaking practitioners we hear from in this episode are Dr. Akwasi Aidoo, Dr. Omotade “Tade” Akin Aina, Chris Allen, Jennifer Astone, Karen Colvard, Raoul Davion, Steven Lawrence, Mamotshidisi “Mamo” Mohapi, Yvonne Moore, Sarah Mukasa, Niamani Mutima, Nicolette Naylor, Dan Robbins, and Vuyiswa Sidzumo. Learn more about them on the Bios page HERE.

This podcast is part of the AGAG Legacy Project to document its history and contributions to the philanthropy sector.

Credits:
Created and produced by Talaya Grimes, T Muse Media and Niamani Mutima, AGAG. The narration was written by Niamani Mutima.

The AGAG Legacy Project documents the work and contributions of the Africa Grantmakers' Affinity Group.