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In this episode of the Community Podcast, recorded live at the Gathering of Givers, Jackie sits down with Stella Kamakune , Founder of Vermillion Foundation , for a powerful conversation on generosity that serves, endures, and sustains. Stella reflects on her first experience of receiving kindness, the moment she discovered blood donation as her way ofgiving back, and the growing community of volu...

“Our house was always open to anyone at any time.” — Jacqueline Asiimwe_ In this special episode, Jacqueline Asiimwe sits down with her parents, Rev. Benoni Mugarura Mutana and Joy Mugarura, for a heartfelt conversation on generosity, family, faith, and community. Together, they explore whether generosity is taught or caught, and how giving is shaped through everyday acts: sharing food, opening th...

In this episode of the Community Podcast, recorded live at the Ndere Centre during the sixth Gathering of Givers, we sit with Liza Marie Kawoya Kakoza : Founder and Team Lead of the Dwona Initiative , Co-Lead of Giving Tuesday Uganda, and a passionate advocate for menstrual justice. Liza invites us into the earliest roots of her understanding of generosity, home. She reflects on a childhood shaped...

This week on the comm-UNITY! Podcast, we feature Cherop Mark Cherirei in Season 15, Episode 6. A Student of Life, Program Associate, Digital SecurityExpert, Climate Change Champion, Farmer, Radio Host, and Friend, Mark brings a grounded perspective on generosity as service, connection, and collectiveresponsibility. Through his work with the Kapchorwa Civil SocietyOrganizations Alliance (KACSOA) an...

In this episode of the comm-UNITY! Podcast series, we feature Phiona Nanozi Ngoga, a public health professional and the Founder and Director of Rainbow Hearts Foundation , a not-for-profit organisation inspired by her lived experience and dedicated to improving the health and well-being of people grappling with infertility through awareness, psychosocial support, and access to medical intervention...

In this episode, Daniel Edward Kabanda (DK) challenges the narrow idea that generosity begins and ends with money. Drawing from lived experience, he reflects on volunteering, mentorship, and service, showing how generosity often looks like showing up, offering time, skill, labour, and staying present when it matters most. From dusty school projects to working with girls and young women on educatio...

Welcome to another episode of the Comm_UNITY Podcast, where we continue to document, spotlight, and celebrate African generosity in all its forms. Recorded live at the 6th edition of the Gathering of Givers at Ndere Centre in Uganda, hosted by CivLegacy Foundation in partnership with the Uganda National NGO Forum and the Media Challenge Initiative (MCI), this conversation is part of our special se...

Welcome to another episode of the comm-UNITY! Podcast, a space where we document, spotlight, and celebrate African generosity and the stories behind it. In this special live series recorded at the 6th edition of the Gathering of Givers at Ndere Centre in Uganda, hosted by CivLegacy Foundation in partnership with the Uganda National NGO Forum and the Media Challenge Initiative (MCI) , we continue e...

Recorded at the 6th edition of the gathering of Givers at Ndere Centre in Uganda, this episode marks the beginning of a series hosted by CivLegacy Foundation in partnership with the Uganda National NGO Forum and the Media Challenge Initiative (MCI). The Comm_UNITY Podcast was created to document, spotlight, and celebrate African generosity, telling the stories behind the giving, and highlighting h...

At the Gathering of Givers 2024, David Lambert Tumwesigye introduced himself with a grin: “I’m a middle-aged man. Where is the middle of age? Right center.” The joke lands, but what follows is anything but light. He sketches a life shaped by sacrifice and lucky breaks, evidence that generosity isn’t window dressing; it’s load bearing. He grew up in a warm rural community better known, he teases, f...

The Gathering of Givers 2024 carried a single, resonant conviction: giving, at its purest, is less about abundance and more about intention. This year’s spotlight fell on young givers, people whose energy, empathy, and imagination are quietly redrawing what generosity looks like today. Episode 9 of the comm-UNITY! Podcast (Season 14) captures that spirit in motion. Titled “The Inner Wheel of the H...

At the 2025 Gathering of Givers, we sat down with Brenda Boonabaana , board member of A lbinism Umbrella Uganda , whose journey embodies this year’s theme, Our Generous Spirit . Born with albinism in a community that didn’t fully understand it, Brenda’s earliest gift was the unconditional acceptance of her grandfather, who called her a blessingwhen others were shocked. From there, her life has bee...

Live from Ndere Centre at the Gathering of Givers 2024, we sat under the sun (and some serious generosity) with Tugshamwa, Joel, and Eshban, three men navigating the complexities of giving in a world that often defines it through status, visibility, and material success. But here’s the twist: they’re not here to echo that narrative. They're here to redefine giving, not as a transaction, but as...

What if the story isn’t over, just paused? In this powerful episode of The Gathering of Givers, host Jacqueline Asiimwe Mwesige sits down with Rebecca Cherop , the brave and visionary founder of The Semicolon Nation. After surviving childhood trauma, the loss of her parents, and a clinical diagnosis of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and OCD at just twenty-two, Rebecca made a life-changing decision: to...

In this episode of Gathering of Givers, host Jacqueline Asiimwe sits down with Abaas Mpindi Apuuli, a visionary media entrepreneur redefining Africa’s media landscape through innovation and empowerment. Abaas reflects on the early lessons in generosity he learned from his grandmother, a woman known in her community for her warmth, hospitality, and insistence on basic courtesy. These early values o...

People often tip the waiters but forget the chefs, the quiet alchemists working behind the scenes, seasoning stories into every bite, far from applause. Just like that, we often overlook the everyday gestures of generosity: the silent kindnesses, the held doors, the shared smiles, the wisdom passed over tea. Not all giving jingles in a collection box. In this compelling episode of The Gathering of...

In this episode Jacqueline Asiimwe sits down with Denis Wembi, a youth leader involved in many initiatives, including the "Goal Next Generation" fellowship. Wembi reflects on the role generosity has played in shaping his life. He recalls how his father’s actions; always bringing him children’s books, not only sparked his lifelong love for reading but were also his first contact with pure...

What if giving wasn’t just about money? What if generosity looked like mentorship, knowledge-sharing, advocacy, or simply showing up? In Episode 2, Season 14 of the comm-UNITY! Podcast, we’re unpacking the power of giving beyond the obvious, because generosity isn’t just an act, it’s a mindset. We often hesitate to call ourselves givers, as if time, skills, and care don’t count as much as financia...

Who is a young giver? Who comes to mind when you think of true generosity? In this inspiring episode of Time Capsule: Podcasting for the future, host Jacqueline Asiimwe sits down with two extraordinary women, Denise Kekimuli and Esther Kalenzi, to uncover the many dimensions of giving. Through heartfelt stories and thought-provoking reflections, they explore what it truly means to give and invite...

Meet Uche Helen Okpuzor, a powerhouse of creativity, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy. As a singer/songwriter, entrepreneur, and the driving force behind Picture Perfect Creationz , Uche embodies the belief in uncovering every individual's unique voice. Hailing from Nigeria, Uche's philanthropic journey seamlessly blends creativity and compassion, extending far beyond her business succes...

In this episode, we've got an incredible story lined up for you. Meet Andre Garbutt , a remarkable young trailblazer whose resilience and passion for education are nothing short of awe-inspiring. As the founder of Hands-on Excellence Academy , Andre is on a mission to bridge the educational gap in Nigeria by equipping educators with 21st-century skills. Get ready to dive into his journey and t...

Welcome to the Young Givers in West Africa podcast, a series that celebrates the spirit of youth philanthropy in the vibrant communities of West Africa. I'm your host, Isaiah, and I'm thrilled to have you join us for this week's episode. Before we dive into today's discussion, I want to tell you about Safe South Africa, the organization behind this podcast. Safe South Africa is a p...

To many, Rotaract remains shrouded in mystery, but it serves as a beacon for youth striving to create change in their communities. Often seen as a junior iteration of Rotary, Rotaract inspires youth to impact communities with the vision of "service above self." In this episode, we present the story of Rotaractor Michael Ekerin, whose journey through Rotaract leadership in District 9112 h...

Emmanuel Marfo could pass for an encyclopedia of Philanthropy in Ghana and West Africa. With a journey of generosity spanning more than seventeen years-Emmanuel is a true Philanthropic catalyst. Drawing core inspiration from his Family Foundation which was established when he was just a child, Emmanuel has risen to lead various philanthropic initiatives across the region. From fostering dialogue t...

Meet Satina Harry Okoi , a dynamic youth committed to reshaping the future of leadership in Africa. With six years of hands-on experience in community development, Satina identified a crucial gap in African leadership and took action by founding the Paragon Leadership Initiative. Motivated by her observations of underprepared leaders assuming roles without adequate training, Satina launched the Pa...