60 acast.com Future is pro-nature https://shows.acast.com/future-is-pronature en Campus AFD Podcast Entrepreneurship ,Nature,Sustainability,Africa,Impact,Local impact,Sustainable,Pro-nature,complexity,social innovation,sustainable solutions,business model,indigenous wisdom,ecosystem services Campus AFD Podcast What if the key to solving our environmental crises lies in how we see the world - and our place in it? What if the key to solving our environmental crises lies in how we see the world - and our place in it?


Future is pro-nature !, the Biodiversity Partners podcast invites listeners into powerful conversations at the intersection of nature and entrepreneurial culture across Africa and keys to build ventures that work with nature—not against it—while strengthening communities and livelihoods. Whether you’re a policymaker, an entrepreneur or a professional working for a state-owned utility/ financial institution/ corporate sector/NGO, whether with a strong commitment to nature and biodiversity or simply curious about living in harmony with nature, this podcast will challenge and inspire you to see solutions differently !

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Future is pro-nature !, the Biodiversity Partners podcast invites listeners into powerful conversations at the intersection of nature and entrepreneurial culture across Africa and keys to build ventures that work with nature—not against it—while strengthening communities and livelihoods. Whether you’re a policymaker, an entrepreneur or a professional working for a state-owned utility/ financial institution/ corporate sector/NGO, whether with a strong commitment to nature and biodiversity or simply curious about living in harmony with nature, this podcast will challenge and inspire you to see solutions differently !

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]]> false Campus AFD Podcast info+6915bd4b1029ec1fed7c905b@mg-eu.acast.com 6915bd4b1029ec1fed7c905b future-is-pronature serial https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1763031508487-4f9c6cea-3e8e-4c57-848f-5830c546bdda.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/future-is-pronature Future is pro-nature Episode 8 – Reconnecting with nature and ecological leadership Episode 8 – Reconnecting with nature and ecological leadership Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:05:06 GMT 24:56 691c8b22295fc6e848b94f86 false https://shows.acast.com/future-is-pronature/episodes/episode-8-reconnecting-with-nature-and-ecological-leadership 691c8b22295fc6e848b94f86 6915bd4b1029ec1fed7c905b episode-8-reconnecting-with-nature-and-ecological-leadership To lead for biodiversity, we first have to remember—we are nature. full 8 What does it mean to truly reconnect with nature—and why does it matter for the future of leadership?


Dr Makgati Mokwena, arts therapist and leadership educator, joins Stefanie Swanepoel to explore ecological leadership. Together, they discuss Indigenous wisdom, practical ways to deepen our relationship with the natural world and why leading for biodiversity means seeing ourselves as part of, not apart from, nature.

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Dr Makgati Mokwena, arts therapist and leadership educator, joins Stefanie Swanepoel to explore ecological leadership. Together, they discuss Indigenous wisdom, practical ways to deepen our relationship with the natural world and why leading for biodiversity means seeing ourselves as part of, not apart from, nature.

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]]> Episode 7 – Brand authenticity for biodiversity Episode 7 – Brand authenticity for biodiversity Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:03:08 GMT 9:58 691c8aacb958098159c5622b false https://shows.acast.com/future-is-pronature/episodes/episode-7-brand-authenticity-for-biodiversity 691c8aacb958098159c5622b 6915bd4b1029ec1fed7c905b episode-7-brand-authenticity-for-biodiversity In the age of greenwashing, how do you make your brand truly stand out? full 7 In a crowded marketplace where greenwashing is rampant, authentic branding is more important than ever.


Angela Coetzee and Stefanie Swanepoel explore what makes a brand resonate, why storytelling matters, and how pro-nature businesses can attract genuine communities of supporters. This episode offers practical advice for entrepreneurs seeking to build credibility and stand out as leaders for biodiversity.

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]]> In a crowded marketplace where greenwashing is rampant, authentic branding is more important than ever.


Angela Coetzee and Stefanie Swanepoel explore what makes a brand resonate, why storytelling matters, and how pro-nature businesses can attract genuine communities of supporters. This episode offers practical advice for entrepreneurs seeking to build credibility and stand out as leaders for biodiversity.

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]]> Episode 6 – Human-centred design for pro-nature business models Episode 6 – Human-centred design for pro-nature business models Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:00:46 GMT 22:16 691c8a1fb958098159c539d1 false https://shows.acast.com/future-is-pronature/episodes/episode-6-human-centred-design-for-pro-nature-business-model 691c8a1fb958098159c539d1 6915bd4b1029ec1fed7c905b episode-6-human-centred-design-for-pro-nature-business-model What happens when business models start with people and the planet, not profit? full 6 How can businesses create solutions that respond to the real needs of people and ecosystems?


In this episode, Angela Coetzee and Keneilwe Munyai, programme coordinator for the Biodiversity Partners Program, discuss how human-centred design can transform business models. They highlight how this approach sparks innovation and ensures that biodiversity-friendly enterprises deliver contextual, lasting impact.

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In this episode, Angela Coetzee and Keneilwe Munyai, programme coordinator for the Biodiversity Partners Program, discuss how human-centred design can transform business models. They highlight how this approach sparks innovation and ensures that biodiversity-friendly enterprises deliver contextual, lasting impact.

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]]> Episode 5 – Entrepreneurship for nature Episode 5 – Entrepreneurship for nature Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:56:03 GMT 25:39 691c890367ed28baec2b6b16 false https://shows.acast.com/future-is-pronature/episodes/episode-5-entrepreneurship-for-nature 691c890367ed28baec2b6b16 6915bd4b1029ec1fed7c905b episode-5-entrepreneurship-for-nature Can business succeed not in spite of nature—but because of it? full 5 Entrepreneurship is often framed in terms of profit and growth—but what does it look like when nature is at the centre?


Angela Coetzee and Agnes Sibanda, entrepreneur and business coach, challenge myths of entrepreneurship and share lessons from pro-nature enterprises. They discuss the unique hurdles green entrepreneurs face and provide practical tips for building ventures that thrive while protecting biodiversity.

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]]> Entrepreneurship is often framed in terms of profit and growth—but what does it look like when nature is at the centre?


Angela Coetzee and Agnes Sibanda, entrepreneur and business coach, challenge myths of entrepreneurship and share lessons from pro-nature enterprises. They discuss the unique hurdles green entrepreneurs face and provide practical tips for building ventures that thrive while protecting biodiversity.

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]]> Episode 4 – Complexity and systems thinking in the polycrisis Episode 4 – Complexity and systems thinking in the polycrisis Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:50:09 GMT 28:12 691c87a167ed28baec2afd78 false https://shows.acast.com/future-is-pronature/episodes/episode-4-complexity-and-systems-thinking-in-the-polycrisis 691c87a167ed28baec2afd78 6915bd4b1029ec1fed7c905b episode-4-complexity-and-systems-thinking-in-the-polycrisis In a world of overlapping crises, how do we stop treating problems in isolation? full 4 How do we make sense of interconnected crises like climate change, biodiversity loss and inequality?


In this episode, Professor Rika Preiser from Stellenbosch University’s Centre for Sustainability Transitions joins Stefanie Swanepoel to unpack complexity and systems thinking. They explore how these approaches can help practitioners design interventions that work in the messy, interdependent realities of the 21st century.

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In this episode, Professor Rika Preiser from Stellenbosch University’s Centre for Sustainability Transitions joins Stefanie Swanepoel to unpack complexity and systems thinking. They explore how these approaches can help practitioners design interventions that work in the messy, interdependent realities of the 21st century.

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]]> Episode 3 – Indigenous knowledge systems in modern life Episode 3 – Indigenous knowledge systems in modern life Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:47:09 GMT 20:06 691c86ee7cf1b7ec45c40646 false https://shows.acast.com/future-is-pronature/episodes/episode-3-indigenous-knowledge-systems-in-modern-life 691c86ee7cf1b7ec45c40646 6915bd4b1029ec1fed7c905b episode-3-indigenous-knowledge-systems-in-modern-life What if the answers to modern challenges have been with us for generations? full 3 Hosted by Stefanie Swanepoel with special guest Professor Richie Moalosi from the University of Botswana, this episode explores the richness of Indigenous knowledge systems across Africa.


From architecture and fashion to product design, these knowledge traditions offer sustainable, innovative solutions. The conversation also highlights threats to these systems and practical ways to respect, preserve and integrate them into modern life.

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]]> Hosted by Stefanie Swanepoel with special guest Professor Richie Moalosi from the University of Botswana, this episode explores the richness of Indigenous knowledge systems across Africa.


From architecture and fashion to product design, these knowledge traditions offer sustainable, innovative solutions. The conversation also highlights threats to these systems and practical ways to respect, preserve and integrate them into modern life.

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]]> Biodiversity: The foundation of life Biodiversity: The foundation of life Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:44:21 GMT 14:42 691c84717b9e972a6b11ac78 false https://shows.acast.com/future-is-pronature/episodes/episode-2-biodiversity-the-foundation-of-life 691c84717b9e972a6b11ac78 6915bd4b1029ec1fed7c905b episode-2-biodiversity-the-foundation-of-life Biodiversity isn’t just about wildlife—it’s about the future of our food, water, and wellbeing. full 2 Biodiversity underpins every aspect of our existence, from the food we eat to the air we breathe.

In this episode, Angela Coetzee and Stefanie Swanepoel delve into why biodiversity matters for livelihoods and wellbeing, and the dangers of ignoring its decline. They discuss the urgent shifts in mindset and policy needed to stop ecological collapse and secure a thriving future for all.

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]]> Biodiversity underpins every aspect of our existence, from the food we eat to the air we breathe.

In this episode, Angela Coetzee and Stefanie Swanepoel delve into why biodiversity matters for livelihoods and wellbeing, and the dangers of ignoring its decline. They discuss the urgent shifts in mindset and policy needed to stop ecological collapse and secure a thriving future for all.

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]]> Ecological transitions: Shifting towards a pro-nature future Ecological transitions: Shifting towards a pro-nature future Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:36:01 GMT 16:39 6915c71ae42e3466f2bfb3e3 false https://shows.acast.com/future-is-pronature/episodes/episode-1-ecological-transitions-shifting-towards-a-pro-natu 6915c71ae42e3466f2bfb3e3 6915bd4b1029ec1fed7c905b episode-1-ecological-transitions-shifting-towards-a-pro-natu What if the way we see the world is the reason we can’t see the solutions? full 1 What if the way we perceive the world shapes both the crises we face and the solutions we can imagine?


In this thought-provoking episode, host Angela Coetzee, director of Biodiversity Partners Program Southern Africa and programme lead Stefanie Swanepoel unpack how ecological worldviews—from deep ecology to eco-feminism—shape the way we design development pathways, create policies and conduct business. Together, they explore what it means to move towards a truly pro-nature future in Southern Africa

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In this thought-provoking episode, host Angela Coetzee, director of Biodiversity Partners Program Southern Africa and programme lead Stefanie Swanepoel unpack how ecological worldviews—from deep ecology to eco-feminism—shape the way we design development pathways, create policies and conduct business. Together, they explore what it means to move towards a truly pro-nature future in Southern Africa

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