Leave No One Behind

10/07/2026

Today at the UNESCO HQ in Paris, global leaders and changemakers will come together to accelerate progress toward SDG 4, in the countdown to the 2030 deadline. Discover how education systems can be transformed and strengthened for resilience in a rapidly changing world, and gain insights into how the future global education agenda is taking shape.

25/05/2026

Africa Day is not just celebration.

It’s recognition. 🌍

25/05/2026

From Paris 🇫🇷 to Amsterdam 🇳🇱 powerful conversations on taking African tech global 🌍✨

Over the past few weeks, .maphumulo had the privilege of being part of two incredible conversations across Europe exploring the future of African innovation, entrepreneurship, and global growth.

Across both panels, one message came through clearly: African startups are not just catching up - they are building globally relevant solutions from uniquely local realities.

We spoke about:
✨ Scaling African innovation globally
✨ Funding, partnerships & ecosystem development
✨ The role of trust, governance & talent
✨ Africa-Europe collaboration
✨ Building sustainably without losing human connection
✨ Why resilience may be Africa’s greatest competitive advantage

Some standout reflections:
💭 “Solve locally, but think globally.”
💭 “Win your home game first.”
💭 “Build trust and reduce asymmetries.”
💭 “Scale sustainably, not just quickly.”

Most importantly, these conversations reminded us that Africa’s future will be shaped by founders, operators, investors, and communities bold enough to imagine globally while staying rooted locally.

A huge thank you to Uni, , Club Afrique Alumni, the panelists, and everyone who contributed to these meaningful discussions.

The future of African innovation is bright and this is only the beginning. 🌍🤍

TechInAfrica

27/06/2025

🎙 New Episode Alert! Join us as we chat with Edilene Gauthe, a passionate leader pushing
boundaries in social inclusion and sustainability. Learn how she's empowering youth through
mentorship and innovation. Don't miss out! 🔗 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KFqLg3ir0Nw

In this inspiring episode of our podcast, we sit down with Edilene Gauthe, a dedicated change-maker and the vice curator of the Global Shapers Paris hub. Edi...

07/03/2025

Episode 2 OUT NOW 🚀 Empowering Startups in Emerging Markets: An In-Depth Talk with Timothy Motte

In this episode, host interviews Timothy Motte, founder of The Realistic Optimist, to discuss the globalization of tech startups and their socio-economic imp...

19/01/2025

🚀 Throwback to our founders recent experience conducting a workshop on “Network Effectively” as part of the youth initiative with the and the .We connected with 30 inspiring young individuals who are passionate about driving dialogue, action, and change.

💫 The Global Shapers Community, born out of the , is a network of young people who work together to address local, regional, and global challenges. Their mission aligns perfectly with the vision for LNOB, where young people are central to solution building, policy-making, and lasting change.

🙏Together, we can create a world where no one is left behind.

05/01/2025

🚄 How can cities navigate rapid urbanization while staying sustainable? Join us in our first episode as Kavya Shree shares insights from her work in sustainable urban planning. A must-listen for future-forward thinkers! 🌍🎙️

In the debut episode, host Sine Maphumulo invites Kavyashree Swamygowda, an sustainable urban development enthusiast, to discuss the critical role and challe...

25/12/2024

Wishing you a joyful holiday season from all of us at Leave No One Behind! As we reflect on the past year, we’re grateful for your support in our mission to ensure inclusivity and equity for all. May your holidays be filled with peace, happiness, and hope for a brighter future. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!

31/07/2024

𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐲 enhances women’s access to financial services, capacity building & access to technology for increased productivity.

The financial inclusion of women calls for strengthened financial services and capacity building, especially for women living in rural areas, to gain access to technology and to use it to 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 in all industrious sectors, and with tailor-made financial products for the women.

This will allow women to have access to formal and reliable means to save, access and borrow money. Studies have shown that women invest 70% of their financial resources in the social welfare cost of the family, particularly 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 and the 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 of children, while human investment ranges from 30% to 40%.

Financial literacy of women allows for them to not only manage funds at the various public and private institutional set-ups, but also in owning the funds. In the 𝐃𝐞𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟎-𝟐𝟎𝟑𝟎, Member States have committed to take appropriate action to fully and efficiently implement their commitments to advance the welfare of women on the continent.

24/07/2024

“Freedom cannot be achieved unless the women have been emancipated from all forms of oppression”

Nelson Mandela inspired generations to fight for a more just, equal, & sustainable world.

Find more quotes in the ‘ Quote Book’📘

https://southafrica.un.org/sites/default/files/2023-07/NMF%20UNIC%20WEB_1.pdf