Shared Value Africa Initiative Explained

Shared Value Africa Initiative (SVAI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and implementing the concept of shared value in Africa. SVAI aims to drive sustainable economic development on the African continent by fostering collaboration between businesses, governments, and civil society organizations.^{[1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6]}

Overview and objectives

SVAI operates as a regional platform that advocates for and supports the adoption of shared value principles across Africa. The organization recognizes that businesses can create long-term value for themselves and society by addressing social and environmental challenges through their core operations and strategies.^[7]

SVAI seeks to raise awareness and understanding of shared value among businesses, government agencies, and non-profit organizations. By providing resources, training, and thought leadership. SVAI encourages the integration of shared value principles into strategic decision-making processes.^[8]

SVAI facilitates collaboration between stakeholders from different sectors, including business leaders, policymakers, social entrepreneurs, and civil society organizations. By creating a platform for dialogue and partnership, SVAI promotes the exchange of ideas, best practices, and innovative solutions for shared value creation.^[9]

SVAI advocates for policy reforms and regulatory frameworks that enable and incentivize shared value initiatives. Through research, policy analysis, and engagement with policymakers, SVAI seeks to create an enabling environment for businesses to adopt and implement shared value strategies.^[10]

SVAI aims to build a community of shared-value practitioners across Africa. The organization organizes conferences, workshops, and networking events to connect professionals and organizations interested in advancing the shared value agenda.^[11]

SVAI provides support and guidance to businesses and social enterprises in implementing shared-value projects. Through mentorship programs, capacity-building initiatives, and access to funding opportunities, SVAI helps organizations create sustainable business models that address social and environmental challenges.^{[12] [13]}

In 2019 Safaricom partnered with Shared Value Africa Initiative to host the Africa Shared Value Summit.^[14]

Notes and References

1. Web site: inergency . 2023-02-08 . Unlocking The Potential Of African Entrepreneurs – Shared Value Africa Initiative . 2023-06-25 . Inergency . en-US.
2. Web site: Onyeaso . 2021-09-07 . Africa Shared Value Leadership Summit to hold in November . 2023-06-25 . Businessday NG . en-US.
3. Web site: Programs > Global Programs System . 2023-06-25 . gps.princeton.edu.
4. Web site: Tiekie Barnard . 2023-06-25 . GBSN . en-US.
5. Web site: 2021-06-21 . Profit meets Purpose: Power of Shared Value . 2023-06-25 . The Mail & Guardian . en-ZA.
6. Web site: Tredger . Christopher . 2022-10-25 . Africa's tech future and economic force hinges on shared value . 2023-06-25 . ITWeb Africa . en-ZA.
7. Web site: 2018-11-16 . Africa Shared Value Summit to Bring Business Thought Leaders to Nairobi in 2019 . 2023-06-25 . BusinessTrumpet News . en-US.
8. Web site: 2021-10-21 . Business supports the Africa Shared Value Leadership Summit - and lends its voice to profit with purpose movement . 2023-06-25 . Pulse Nigeria.
9. https://sbs.strathmore.edu/tiekie-barnard/
10. Web site: Jaramogi . Patrick . 2019-02-21 . Annual Africa Shared Value Summit to be held in Nairobi . 2023-06-25 . The Cooperator News . en-US.
11. Web site: Staff Writer . 2022-09-28 . Africa Shared Value Leadership Summit to take place on 25th October in Kigali . 2023-06-25 . HapaKenya . en-GB.
12. Web site: Office . Press . 2020-01-30 . Bigen exemplifies 'profit with purpose' at SVAI event . 2023-06-25 . How we made it in Africa . en-US.
13. Web site: Africa Shared Value Summit . 2023-06-25 . Africa Shared Value Summit . en-US.
14. Web site: Safari.com Sustainable Business Report . 67 . 20 Feb 2024.