Ravi Pillay

Political Leadership, Power and Agendas | EP 2 How are local leaders involved in shaping (or challenging) the narratives surrounding fossil fuel development? Press play and explore the power of local voices today! ➡️ https://lnkd.in/d5ChRhXD   . . . #DevelopmentAndDisinformation #DisinformationSeries #FossilFuels #ClimateAction #ClimateActionNow #BerthaFellowship #BotswanaSociety #Botswana #EnvironmentalJustice #PodcastSeries #Sustain267 #Sustain267Podcast 

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Innovation Edge aims to improve the chances of children’s life-long success by influencing the quality of their first six years of life. We do this by providing funding and strategic guidance to entrepreneurs and social innovators who bring innovative solutions to early childhood challenges in South Africa.     Check out this video to see our investment process and the steps we follow. #TheWaysWeInvest #InvestEarly #0to6Matters

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My latest piece on the urgent need for institutional reform at the local level.

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What are you doing today to honor #World #Environmental #Health Day today? Well done to#UCT #Environmentalhealth students for highlighting this years theme in the video below. #wehd

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Global leaders attending the ongoing UNDP Futures Forum in Johannesburg, have called for stronger cooperation between multilateral organizations and the private sector to empower communities and secure a sustainable future. "Governance and transparency are essential for the success of any organization, additionally a strong partnership between government and private sector can solve the world’s critical problems and employing innovative thinking is key to identifying how these jurisdictions can thrive," said Dr. James Mwangi, Equity Group Managing Director and CEO, while addressing the delegates. The Futures Forum featured discussions on strategic partnerships, climate resilience, AI, and youth empowerment, focusing on actionable solutions for inclusive, lasting growth. #EquityDrivingTransformation #AcceleratingChange #PartnershipsForGood #SustainableFinance #ASustainableFuture #GlobalInvestment #SDGs

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Trialogue conducts annual research into CSI spend on each development sector in South Africa. Read the overview of CSI spend on housing and living conditions in 2023: https://lnkd.in/dS2WFav9

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Development Finance Institutions helped build the world we live in today. Great article on this subject by John Steytler and his colleague from the Development Bank of Namibia. https://lnkd.in/dNcrGVuK

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Prebook your copy of our next guide: “The Rural SME: How to start and manage your SME in South Africa’s Kingdoms”. Leave a comment and we will share a copy.

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Today in Parliament: Social Equity, Environmental Health, and Governance Priorities 🇿🇦🌱 Today’s parliamentary sessions are rich with discussions aimed at driving positive change across South Africa in social equity, governance, and environmental health: Governance and Transparency: Parliament’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts will assess audit outcomes in Eastern Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, and North West municipalities to support fiscal responsibility. Water Management & Planning: The Water and Sanitation Committee will review service delivery plans and corporate goals from the Vaal Central, uMngeni-uThukela, and Overberg Water Boards. Education Resources: The Basic Education Committee is addressing budget constraints that impact school resources in the Western and Northern Cape, reflecting on ways to uphold standards under financial limitations. Environmental Protection: Parliament will assess national air quality, with insights from Greenpeace Africa on pollution, focusing on areas like the Vaal Triangle for broader health impacts. Sectoral Growth & Transport Safety: Master Plans will be reviewed for industry growth by the Trade and Industry Committee, and the Transport Committee will focus on road safety initiatives through “Operation Vala Zonke” and the Taxi Recapitalisation Programme. Social Welfare & Community Support: Social issues remain a priority, with the Cooperative Governance Committee discussing the Municipal Coalitions Bill and a petition for free sanitary products, underscoring a commitment to health and equity. Parliament’s agenda today underscores the importance of social support, transparency, and sustainable development across South Africa. #SocialEquity #Governance #SustainableDevelopment #Parliament #SouthAfrica

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 While promising, South Africa's e-government initiatives face significant challenges in bridging the digital divide. The country's stark inequalities are mirrored in its access to technology. Rural areas, often marginalised communities, lack the necessary infrastructure and digital literacy to participate fully in online government services. This disparity not only limits access to information and services but also reinforces existing social and economic divides, hindering efforts towards inclusive governance, Mmabatho Mongae writes: https://lnkd.in/gsEj_CZc

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#DWFBotswana | Strategic planning for poll watching: Insights and experiences from the Region shared by DWF Deputy Regional Director, Fannie Nthakomwa. “An important responsibility of political parties is to act as watchdogs during the election process, protecting the party's interests by closely monitoring the correctness of the procedures used during the elections.” #politicalparties #elections #politicalpartyconversations #botswana

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My 4th-year students need your help for their study on how our views on the environment & the value we see in eco-friendly products affect our choices when it comes to alternative meats. If you have a few minutes, please consider completing their survey. Your insights are valuable!

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[READ] RISE Mzansi has urged the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs, Velenkosini Hlabisa, to establish systems to prevent the looting of funds during this disaster. Transparency in resource allocation, intensified food inspections, and SAPS inquests into suspected food poisoning deaths are critical. Read the full statement here https://bit.ly/3VAM7Lx #RISEInParliament  #RISEInGovernment  #ForThePeopleByThePeople 

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This morning, we are hosting an engaging and dynamic workshop on 'Refining South Africa’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC)'. We are delving into the purpose, macro-economic context and further refinement of South Africa’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) under the Paris Agreement. This is a vital issue that business needs to be deeply engaged on. South Africa's NDC is pivotal to reducing our greenhouse gas emissions and transitioning to a low-carbon economy, ensuring the country balances economic growth with environmental stewardship.  #NDC #LowCarbonEconomy

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Societal sentiment is shifting, with rising expectations for businesses to address challenges like #SDGs while maintaining profitability. In this context, only 40% of South African youth believe businesses adequately support these goals, revealing a significant perception gap. To bridge this gap, businesses must communicate their impact effectively to foster trust and loyalty to their stakeholders, particularly the youth. Download the report for more insights: https://ow.ly/U7aR50TzIOe #EconomicOutlook

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