By Sharai Mahachi, Kuita COO The development landscape is constantly evolving, shaped by global challenges such as climate change, pandemics, and complex humanitarian crises. Looking ahead, the emphasis is increasingly shifting towards building systemic resilience, fostering ground-up innovation, and empowering…
By Sharai Mahachi, Kuita COO In an era of heightened environmental and social awareness, the temptation for companies to “greenwash” – making misleading or unsubstantiated claims about their sustainable practices – is high. However, consumers, investors, and regulators are increasingly…
By Sharai Mahachi, Kuita COO The era of top-down, ‘we know best’ development is fading. Sustainable and impactful development is fundamentally about genuine partnership and co-creation with the communities it aims to serve. Local communities possess invaluable indigenous knowledge, unique…
By Sharai Mahachi, Kuita COO The terms Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) have rapidly moved from niche investment jargon to a mainstream indicator of a company’s long-term health and resilience. ESG factors encompass a company’s impact on the planet (e.g.,…
By Sharai Mahachi, Kuita COO In the realm of development, good intentions are never enough. While enthusiasm and dedication are foundational, the true test of any intervention lies in its measurable impact. Far too often, resources are invested, activities are…
By Sharai Mahachi, Kuita COO For decades, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) was often viewed through the narrow lens of philanthropy – a separate budget line for charitable donations. While goodwill remains vital, the landscape has fundamentally shifted. Today, strategic CSR…
By Sharai Mahachi, Kuita COO In the age of heightened scrutiny and social media, effective communication of CSR and development impact is more critical than ever. However, the risk of “greenwashing” or superficial reporting can undermine even the most well-intentioned…
By Sharai Mahachi, Kuita COO Africa presents a unique and dynamic landscape for development and CSR. It is a continent of immense diversity, vibrant innovation, and significant growth potential, yet it also grapples with unique challenges related to infrastructure, governance,…
By Sharai Mahachi, Kuita COO In both CSR and development, the success of any project hinges on the quality of its stakeholder engagement. This goes far beyond simply informing people; it’s about genuine, two-way dialogue and participation. When communities, employees,…