The Masisizane Fund team proudly participated in the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) leg of the Positive Futures Engagement Series (PFES) at the Durban ICC, hosted by Old Mutual. The event commenced with an opening address by Old Mutual’s KZN Provincial Management Board chairperson, Sihle Mfika. Old Mutual CEO, Iain Williamson highlighted initiatives that the Foundation and the Masisizane Fund are involved in, in KZN. Dr. Imtiaz Sooliman of Gift of the Givers shared insights on community collaboration across diverse backgrounds.
A significant highlight was the panel discussion, moderated by Ayanda Khane, under the theme "Strategic Partnership towards Sustainable Socio-Economic Transformation." Masisizane Fund's CEO Ndumiso Zulu contributed valuable perspectives during this discussion, reinforcing the importance of strategic alliances for community development.
The event concluded with an address by Rev. Musa Zondi, KwaZulu-Natal MEC for Economic Development, Tourism, and Environmental Affairs, on behalf of Premier Thami Ntuli. With around 100 attendees, this CEO-led engagement serves as a platform for industry leaders, experts, and stakeholders to tackle community and environmental challenges.
At Masisizane, we are committed to fostering positive change through strategic partnerships, aiming for sustainable socio-economic transformation. The Positive Futures Engagement Series underscores our dedication to responsible business practices and highlights successes in strategic partnerships. The theme, "Strategic Partnership towards Sustainable Socio-Economic Transformation," emphasizes our collective goal of building a better future for upcoming generations.