Kwanda was founded on the principle of collective generosity. The belief is that each of us has the power to make a difference in others' lives through impactful giving, not someday in the future, but right now.

Why is it important we begin seeing ourselves as philanthropists now? All the extraordinary advances we've seen in our time on the planet have come from human creativity and ingenuity. Yet, billions of people cannot participate and make their contributions because they're held back by poverty. The next Einstein might be amongst them. By embracing philanthropy, we can unlock these hidden talents and pave the way for a brighter, more inclusive future.

Kwanda launched in 2020 with a platform that brought individuals together to pool capital to fund grants and infrastructure projects across Africa. We funded everything from free therapy and small business grants to farms and schools. Our approach was entirely democratic and transparent. Donors voted on every financial decision. All financial transactions were live for all to see, and we were recognized as one of the most innovative non-profits by the likes of Google, Vogue and more.

We brought the platform to an end after 3 years, having over 2300 monthly donors at our peak, deploying £105,489 into communities and completing 17 infrastructure projects across 10 countries.

Since closing down the platform in early 2023, we've had the opportunity to retrospect and think about how we can press forward on our mission to unlock the human potential trapped behind poverty and lack of opportunity. We've decided to bring Kwanda back as an umbrella for new companies we create or merge with that align with our core values and objectives.

This new iteration of Kwanda will not just be a platform but a movement. By fostering collaborations with innovative companies and initiatives, we aim to amplify our impact and reach. Our vision is to create a network of enterprises that work synergistically to dismantle barriers of poverty and open doors of opportunity. With every partnership and venture under the Kwanda umbrella, we're one step closer to realizing a world where individuals can unleash their full potential.