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Africa is rich in opportunity, knowledge and ideas. The African Social Entrepreneurs Network (ASEN) helps to unleash this wealth by connecting passionate people, exchanging ideas and sharing resources. We believe collaboration makes for real profit – the kind that impacts your enterprise, your community, your environment and you! Who and what is ASEN? ASEN is a growing community of social entrepreneurs, people [...]

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ASEN Partnering with the Cape Town Science Centre

The Cape Town Science Centre (CTSC),  was first established in 2001 (then the MTN Sciencentre in Canal Walk) as a centre to encourage the public understanding of science and support the formal school system in maths and science education. It is well known for its hands-on exhibits and people centred activities, which include popular science [...]

16 May 2012Read More

Charles Nyakurwa wins UnLtd South Africa Award

Imagine living in a world where you are silenced and outcast – with no common language, limited means of income, and no way to connect with your peers. According to Charles Nyakurwa, this is the reality for many deaf people living in South Africa today. Charles has been chosen as the latest UnLtd South Africa [...]

14 May 2012Read More

The Story of ASEN: Part I – by Francois Bonnici

Remembering Ruschlikon: Sowing the Seed I clearly remember the day the idea for the African Social Entrepreneurs Network was born. It was Tuesday 22nd January 2008.  It was a crisp sunny winter’s day in January in the Swiss town of Ruschlikon at Swiss Re’s spectacular Centre for Global Dialogue where the Schwab Foundation’s 7th Global [...]

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Join Us! The African Social Entrepreneurs Network (ASEN) is a growing community of social entrepreneurs, people who are passionate about addressing social and environmental challenges and those inspired by them. With us you’ll find inspiring role models, powerful mentors, exciting new partners, social innovators, thought leaders, forward thinking investors and new friends in South Africa, Africa [...]

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