We are thrilled to introduce our new replicators, who embarked on their replication journey at our main SINA Community “Jangu International” two weeks ago. Over the next 12 months, they will immerse themselves in the SINA model, gaining firsthand experience and acquiring the necessary skills, experiences, and tools to replicate SINA in three new locations […]
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Harnessing the Power of Bamboo: Insights from the Bamboo Summit at SINA Mpigi
The Bamboo Summit at SINA Mpigi was more than just a conference; it was a call to action to recognize and harness the incredible potential of bamboo. Bamboo stands tall as a regenerative resource as we move towards a more sustainable future. The Bamboo Summit – 1st edition 2023, held at SINA Mpigi in Uganda, […]
Article: “Social Innovation for the Developing World – Hope and Resilience in and out of the SINAsphere”
We are thrilled to share that an insightful article, titled “Social Innovation for the Developing World – Hope and Resilience in and out of the SINAsphere,” has been written by esteemed authors C. Charles Bley and Nick Munday. This captivating piece sheds light on the remarkable work of the Social Innovation Academy (SINA) and its […]
Bamboo Summit at Jangu International
The first Bamboo Summit kicked off at the SINA Community of “Jangu International” in Mpigi. After successfully constructing a building out of bamboo to demonstrate sustainable construction and endless possibilities with bamboo as a fast-growing and regenerative resource, we wanted to take it further and bring together all the stakeholders around bamboo for a four-day […]
SINA in Austrian Radio ORF Ö1 [German only]
Today a great 20-minute radio piece on SINA was released in the ORF Ö1 radio and will air again at 10 pm tonight. You can listen to it anytime here. Here is a brief summary in English of the description: Africa’s young and increasingly educated and technologically savvy population, thanks to its population growth, holds […]
Aime Rebecca becomes Acumen Fellow 2023
For the 3rd year in a row, we have a SINA member among the Acumen East Africa Fellows 2023. Congratulations Aime Rebecca. The Fellowship program gathers a group of outstanding individuals who are actively engaged in combating poverty. It equips them with the necessary expertise, capabilities, and a supportive network to strengthen their leadership skills […]
SINA member recognized as “Westerwelle Founder of the Year” 2023 in Berlin
We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Catherine Nakayemba for her remarkable achievement as the Westerwelle Founder of the Year! She grew up in the Kankobe orphanage in Uganda and was supported by Jangu e.V. throughout high school and joined SINA afterwards. Where she unleashed her potentials. As a child, Catherine faced the challenge of lacking […]
SINA Member meets German Chancelor Olaf Scholz in Berlin
Juliet Namujju is the founder of Kimuli Collections, upcycling plastic waste into fashion and accessories while training and employing people with disabilities. As selected “Young Global Changer” and top eight of the 2023 Recoupling Awards, she was invited to Berlin to pitch her social enterprise to a panel of judges and also meet the German […]
SINA featured in Forbes
We are thrilled to see SINA featured in Forbes in an article about the winners of the prestigious Tony Hsieh Award. The Award celebrates leaders, entrepreneurs, teams, and companies that are pushing the boundaries in human capital innovation. Being recognized alongside world-class organizations like Dropbox and Mindbloom, SINA exemplifies the transformative power of human capital […]
Impact Report 2022
We are thrilled to present the SINA (Social Innovation Academy) 2022 Impact Report, highlighting the incredible progress and transformative work achieved throughout the year. In the face of changing circumstances, such as the Ebola outbreak in Uganda, we have embraced challenges as opportunities and continued to make a meaningful impact. We have brought growth and […]