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Philanthropy · Analysis

The quiet rise of corporate foundations

More companies are moving social spending into dedicated foundations with their own boards and strategies.

A community garden. Illustration: The Leader studio

Corporate giving in Zimbabwe used to be ad hoc: a donation here, a sponsorship there. Increasingly, companies are creating foundations with their own governance and long-term programmes.

Kopje Minerals' foundation, for example, runs a borehole programme and a school science block near its mine.

  • Clear focus areas instead of scattered donations.
  • Independent trustees and reporting.
  • Partnerships with communities and local government.
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Lindiwe Nkomo

Society & Lifestyle Editor

Lindiwe covers philanthropy, community development and the premium lifestyle market from Harare and Bulawayo.

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