The Bertha Centre’s work is organised across a set of interconnected portfolios that reflect the complex challenges facing society today. Our portfolios span innovative finance, health systems, education and youth, climate justice, and entrepreneurship—areas where bold ideas, evidence, and collaboration can unlock meaningful change. Through each portfolio, we combine research, teaching, and partnerships to test new approaches, influence policy and practice, and support people and organisations working to build more equitable and sustainable futures.

 

Finance

Innovative Finance

Through our Innovative Finance Initiative, we focus on building a robust, impact-driven investment market in Sub-Saharan Africa, where outcomes are deliberately designed, measured, and proven.
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health systems

Health Systems Entrepreneurship Initiative

Through 2017-2019, the Bertha Centre received funding from Johnson & Johnson to provide support to five pan-African organisations that are using mobile technology to deliver quality services at the frontlines of health care delivery.
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Climate Justice

Climate Justice

The Climate Justice portfolio focuses on addressing climate and environmental challenges through a systems-level, justice-centred approach, with a strong emphasis on the African context.
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Education & Youth

Education & Youth

Our Education and Youth portfolio works to expand access to education and employment for Africa’s young people by identifying effective, affordable, and inclusive solutions—and accelerating their adoption in low-income contexts.
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