Adeyemi Adelekan, PhD

Researcher Co-Investigator, @TyndallCentre @OfficialUoM | Research Fellow @CUSP_uk | Director, @socialasew | Early-stage Venture Advisor. Views 👉mine.

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@SocialAsew @SISbyASEW
#SIS2026 #SIS8 #SystemsThatSustain #Africa #Collaboration

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Collaboration is currency. Since 2019, collaboration has been how we've built what is now the 8th Sustaining Impact Summit. If you're creating impact in Africa, the right rooms can foster collaborations that can take your work further. Join us this year.
https://t.co/fwD7VhV4L7

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🚨 Quick poll!

How are you planning to experience #SIS2026?

🟢 In Person
🌍 Virtual
Your response helps us design the best networking, learning and participation experience for everyone.

Vote below, then register here:
🔗 https://t.co/nXxgf29eu8
#SIS2026 #SytemsThatSustain

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We're back. 💚🧡

Our previous Instagram account was unexpectedly suspended, but our mission hasn't changed.

This is now our official page. Follow, share, and join us as we count down to #SIS2026.

SYSTEMS THAT SUSTAIN.
Building Impact That Lasts in Africa.
#BuiltToLast

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Bring your team.
Bring your colleagues.
Bring your partners.
The next introduction could become your next breakthrough.
📍 Sustaining Impact Summit 2026
27–29 August 2026 | Hybrid

Register today at https://t.co/pCJs6Yf60F

#SIS2026 #SustainingImpactSummit #EventsInAfrica

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v8.0 is now available.

Theme: Systems That Sustain
📅 27–29 Aug 2026 · Hybrid
For Africa's social enterprises, NGOs, funders, builders. Register Here:
🔗 https://t.co/pCJs6Yf60F

#SIS2026

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We recently gathered ecosystem leaders from across the continent to map out the 8th Sustaining Impact Summit. 2026 isn't just about resourcefulness—it’s about building the systems that sustain.

The countdown to August 2026 is officially on. Who’s ready to build?

#SIS2026

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ensure the table lasts.
From Market Creation (2023) ➡️ Systems that Sustain (2026).
The journey continues this August! 🗓️
🔗 Check out the SIS8 Summit Brief here: https://t.co/eFeHkxXEqs

#ASEW #SocialImpact #AfricaRising #Sustainability

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#TBT to August 2023: Sustainability Through Market Creation ⏪
In our 5th Edition, we tackled the barriers to market access for African social enterprises.

Fast forward to #SIS8, and we’ve evolved. We aren't just looking for a seat at the table; we’re building the systems that

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A new way of thinking.

A new way of building.

A new OS for sustainable impact. Stay close.

The upgrade begins soon. Follow @TheImpact427 to stay in the loop.

#SustainingImpactSummit  #AfricaImpact

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We have been doing this for 7 years.
This is the Sustaining Impact Summit effect and we are proud to be carriers of its embers.
Tell us in the comments when you see a consistent face all through the slides.
#SustainingImpactSummit #SIS2026 #SocialEnterpriseAfrica

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What does it actually take to win the Sustaining Impact Prize? 🤔🏆

We asked the people who have actually done it.
From Omoyemi Oladiran to Oguguamobi Oyesiji and Happiness Adama, our past winners are opening up about what happened after the cameras stopped clicking.

Hint: It’s about much more than just the funding, it’s about the systems that keep the impact alive.

One piece of advice they all shared? “Just apply. I applied on the deadline day because I felt I wasn’t going to win... don’t doubt yourself.”

Stop overthinking. Start building.

Read the blog post: WHAT PAST WINNERS WANT YOU TO KNOW ABOUT APPLYING.
🔗 Link in Bio / Link Below: 👇
https://t.co/xNLInk5Sou

#SIS8 is coming! Another chance to apply for the Sustaining Impact Prize. Follow @ImpactThe4273 to stay connected.

#SIS8 #ImpactPrize #SocialImpact #ScaleUp #AfricaRising #ASEW

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What happens when you match a dreamer in Malawi with the right mentor? A new enterprise is born. 🇲🇼

Swipe through the photos to see how Benias used the ASEW MentorMe program to launch his sustainable seed business.

Precision matching = Practical impact.

We are looking for the next Benias and the next Chembo. Whether you need a roadmap or want to provide one, the door is open.

🔗 Apply for mentorship or sign up to mentor here: [https://t.co/yQ46yHgXLe]

#ASEW #SocialImpact #Mentorship #AfricaInnovates #SIS8

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8 YEARS OF IMPACT. 1 NEW DIRECTION. THE REVEAL IS OFFICIALLY HERE! 🚀🔥

I know I kept you waiting an extra 24 hours, but a vision this big needed a moment to settle.

We’ve spent nearly a decade celebrating the grit and passion of African changemakers, but the truth is, passion alone doesn't build a legacy—systems do.

For the past few months, we’ve been working behind the scenes with our Advisory Groups to craft a summit that moves us from the "Hero Phase" to the "System Phase."

This year, we are stripping back the layers of how we build. We aren't just talking about social impact; we are talking about the strategic architecture required to make that impact outlive the person who started it.

Why "Systems that Sustain"? 🏗️
Because for your mission to survive 2026 and beyond, it needs to move beyond your personal energy. It needs resilient commercial models and a robust talent pipeline that doesn't crumble when you aren't in the room.

The Details You’ve Been Waiting For:
• The Theme: Systems that Sustain: Building Impact that Lasts in Africa.
• The Date: August 27-29, 2026.
• The Focus: Shifting from founder-dependent projects to sustainable, system-driven organizations.

What’s Next? 🗓️
The countdown is officially over, and the era of the System starts now. We are currently polishing the final digital experience, so stay tuned for when the official website goes live for registrations.

For now, I want you to see the vision for yourself.
🔗 Click the link in our bio to view the official SIS 2026 Summit Brief Here: https://t.co/3pFetP9B7h

Get into the headspace of a builder who is ready to scale. August is closer than you think. 💎

#SIS8 #SystemsThatSustain #TheGrandReveal #AfricaInnovates #ScalingImpact #SocialEntrepreneurship #ASEW #ImpactBuilders #AfricaRising

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Starting the week with some serious momentum. ⚡️

On Friday, we officially held the onboarding meeting for our first-ever cohort of the Impact Builders Program. This is a dedicated 3-month journey, and the energy in the room was a clear sign of the transformation ahead.

There is something incredibly grounding about seeing a fresh group of innovators commit to this level of growth. We spent the session aligning on our goals, setting the pace for the months ahead, and laying the foundation for the systems that will sustain their impact across Africa.

These “Impact Builders” aren’t just here to dream—they are here to execute. Moving from onboarding straight into deep work, I can’t wait to share the progress as they begin to transform their ideas into scalable reality.

Stay tuned, we will be sharing their headshots soon so you can meet the faces behind the next wave of social innovation.

The journey has officially begun. Welcome to the fold, Builders! 🤝

#ImpactBuilders #ASEW #Cohort1 #SocialInnovation #Onboarding #AfricaRising #ScaleForImpact #MondayMotivation

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NEW ON THE BLOG: THE 2026 BLUEPRINT 🚀

January was for planning, but February is for building.
We’ve spent the last few weeks behind the scenes at ASEW headquarters, refining our roadmap to make sure we aren’t just giving you “information,” but actual infrastructure for your impact.

Our first blog post of the year is officially LIVE, and it’s a deep dive into everything coming your way in 2026:
✅ The 3-Month Impact Journey: Why we’re moving away from one-off workshops.
✅ AI-mpact: How we’re helping you use ai to scale your impact and to focus on your mission.
✅ The Career Corner: New pathways for intrapreneurs and professionals.
✅ Open Opportunities: MentorME, Q&A sessions, and more.
If you’re serious about making 2026 the year your vision becomes sustainable, this post is your starting point.

Don’t just witness the change, lead it.

Read the full post now via the link in our bio!
🔗 Or visit: https://t.co/hlNOewNR52

#ASEW2026 #ImpactBuilders #NewBlogPost #SocialEnterprise #ScaleAfrica

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Struggling to move from concept to a sustainable business model?

It’s time to bridge that gap.
Join us for our moderated Bi-Monthly Peer Learning Session where we will be diving deep into what it actually takes to build a sustainable enterprise in 2025.

🗣️ Moderator: Dr. Adeyemi Adelekan
🗓 Date: Friday, February 27th, 2025
⏰ Time: 16:00 PM (WAT)
📍 Venue: ASEW WhatsApp Group

Don’t let your impact remain just an idea.
👉🏾 Register now via the link below: https://t.co/a7RlLH9avQ

#ASEW2026 #SocialEnterprise #Sustainability #PeerLearning #ImpactInnovation

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#ICYMI The State of Social Enterprise Africa study 🌍 Providing valuable data to inform social enterprise policy + sector development across the continent

Led by @schwabfound at @wef + with contributions from Tyndall Centre member @AdeyemiAA2014.

🔗 https://t.co/Bz3WGFTdgi

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And just like that, we wrapped up our final class for the External Support Mastery (ESM) Program yesterday!

It’s been an insightful few weeks of learning, unlearning, and growing together with our incredible participants from across Africa.

A very special thank you to our facilitator, @skolar007 Andrew Echono, for pouring so much into this program. His sessions were rich, clear, practical, and deeply valuable. As a seasoned expert in strategic communications and fundraising, Andrew didn’t just teach — he gave his all. We’re incredibly grateful!

In this final session, He walked us through the power of networks — internal and external — and how they can be mobilised to unlock resources and drive growth for social impact organisations.

From building effective connections to leveraging partnerships for long-term sustainability, this session was loaded with insight and strategy.

We look forward to seeing how each participant applies these lessons to deepen their impact, build strategic partnerships, and unlock new doors of external support.

Let’s keep the fire burning. This is only the beginning.

#ASEW #ESMProgram #CapacityBuilding #SocialImpact #Partnerships #Fundraising #AfricanChangemakers #ESM2025 #ExternalSupport