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businesses such as Remgro. The EGTP model is implemented in eight communities
across six provinces in South Africa, offering a basket of services that include early
learning through play, enterprise development, parent and caregiver support,
maternal and child health, food security, child safety and protection, and capacity
building for ECD centres (operating as SMMEs).

The African proverb “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together',
mentioned by Sharon Constançon, SA Chamber UK Chairman, in her speech at the
gala dinner in relation to SA Chamber UK and the City of London, aptly summarises
the philosophy behind the EGTP model. This sentiment underscores the Foundation’s
commitment to collaborative partnerships that pool resources, expertise, and efforts
to achieve systemic change.

The DO MORE FOUNDATION’s experience in implementing the EGTP model has
highlighted several key lessons in fostering effective partnerships. These insights
align seamlessly with the themes of ‘Connect to Prosper’ and ‘Stronger Together,’
demonstrating the power of coordinated collaboration in driving social impact.
These are:

§ Purposeful networking: Building a network of partners who share information
for mutual benefit is crucial. DO MORE FOUNDATION’s open-source approach to
its materials and programme documents exemplifies this principle, encouraging a
collaborative development mindset.

§ Clear coordination: Allocating responsibilities and aligning activities toward a
common purpose enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of collaborative efforts.
Clear leadership roles facilitate coordinated actions and maximise impact.
§ Willing cooperation: Sharing resources and altering activities to achieve common
goals foster a sense of shared purpose and mutual benefit. This willingness to
cooperate is essential for successful partnerships.

§ Impactful collaboration: Beyond networking and cooperation, improving each
partner’s capacity for mutual benefit is vital. This holistic approach to collaboration
ensures that all parties are better equipped to achieve their common objectives.

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