The 1873 FM

The 1873 FM The 1873 FM is an initiative of The 1873 Network. Vision
To be the world’s largest Afrocentric network. Among these are liberty, life and pursuit to happiness.

Mission
Our mission is to give members a platform to: be inspired, discover, be equipped, associate/connect and share their experiences (IDEAS). The 1873 Network values:

WE BELIEVE THAT:

All men are created equal. They are endowed by the Creator with certain unalienable rights. The individual is a driver of change. Life has no meaning and purpose without faith in the Creator. The sovereignty

of nations is less important than the brotherhood of man. Economic freedom can best be won by sovereign humans through a market system. To secure the intended rights of men, governments are instituted among men and they derive their just powers from the consent, acquiescence and silence of the governed. The true purpose of business and human life is to serve humanity. The rule of law is more important than the rule of man. The Creator’s material endowments can only have value through human effort. Objectives

The main objects of the THE 1873 NETWORK are:

To identify, document and showcase Africa’s corporate rich heritage;
To provide a platform for the exchange of ideas, experiences and insights on Africa’s challenges and opportunities;
To be an advocate for the interests of members on issues that are critical to raise the corporate flag of Africa;
To promote the participation of Africans in shaping and defining the agenda for action to make Africa live up to its promise;
To assist in building Africa’s capacity to fund the documentation of its own case studies that can then be used to enhance financial and corporate literacy;
To identify, strengthen and motivate African people to enter the corporate market;
To engage the energy and the talent of the young and emerging leaders in Africa in order to release their potential to build a good society for all people;

15/08/2025

💙 Restoring Dignity, Shaping Futures 💙
Mr. Tinashe Mpasiri, a proud member of The 1873 Network and the Banking On Africa’s Future initiative, championing a Restoring Dignity Drive for young learners. Together, we’re ensuring every child can learn with confidence, pride, and hope for a brighter tomorrow. 🌟📚

15/08/2025

✨ Hope in Action! ✨
Imperial Key Africa Foundation NPO, led by co-founder Ms. Makgotso Lebajoa, has officially adopted Pudumo Primary School in Orange Farm ❤️.
Our first act of love? A Pad Drive Initiative to keep every girl in class, every day. 📚💪

24/07/2025
The South African Revenue Services Commissioner, Mr. Edward Kieswetter, pictured with Banking On Africa's Future member ...
23/07/2025

The South African Revenue Services Commissioner, Mr. Edward Kieswetter, pictured with Banking On Africa's Future member at the Global SME Ministerial Meeting held in Johannesburg.

22/07/2025

Start Up 20 - Panel Discussion - Grassroots to Global Recognition

22/07/2025

Start Up 20 - Day 2 - Reflection

21/07/2025

Start Up 20 - South Africa's G20 Presidency - Ms. Salome Baloyi

21/07/2025

Start Up 20 - The role of Tech in accelerating SMEs - Nkosi Khumalo - MTN General Manager - SME and Indirect Channels

21/07/2025

Start Up 20 - Key Note Address - Hon. Stella Ndabeni

On Friday the 11th, during a tea break at the Presidency's meeting with the National Dialogue Eminent Persons, I had a b...
15/07/2025

On Friday the 11th, during a tea break at the Presidency's meeting with the National Dialogue Eminent Persons, I had a brief exchange with Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Mr. Parks Tau. I asked if he was aware of Baowu Steel and its projects in South Africa. Surprisingly, he wasn’t, despite Baowu being the world’s largest steel producer in 2024.

This struck me, as I’m currently advising on capital raising for Baowu’s local partner, Profusion Business Consultants (Pty) Ltd, Mining Division, a 100% black women-owned junior mining company.

This highlights a critical gap: the disconnect between high-level policymakers and transformative business initiatives already operating in the country. Government actors must proactively engage with such efforts to unlock investment, drive reindustrialisation, and support inclusive growth. Strategic collaboration is key to building a competitive and resilient economy.

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https://iniafrica.com/volvo-celebrates-97-years-of-rolling-excellence-a-legacy-of-innovation-and-social-impact/Driving C...
14/04/2025

https://iniafrica.com/volvo-celebrates-97-years-of-rolling-excellence-a-legacy-of-innovation-and-social-impact/

Driving Change in South Africa and Beyond

In South Africa, Volvo's commitment to social development is embodied in a number of impactful CSI programs. The Volvo Group Southern Africa’s Driver Learnership Programme, for example, empowers young South Africans—especially women—by providing them with professional truck driving skills, helping address both youth unemployment and gender inequality in the logistics industry.

April 14, 2025 – Gothenburg, Sweden / Johannesburg, South Africa Today marks a remarkable milestone in global automotive history as Volvo celebrates 97 years since the production of its very first car, the Volvo ÖV 4, which rolled off the assembly line on April 14, 1927. The iconic vehicle, affec...

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We pride ourselves as a station of being bridge builders. We strive to provoke, ignite and inspire our audiences to think and act outside boxes whether in terms of thought or deeds.

Mission Our mission is to give members a platform to: be inspired, discover, be equipped, associate/connect and share their experiences (IDEAS). Vision To be the world’s largest Afrocentric network. The 1873 Network values: WE BELIEVE THAT: All men are created equal. They are endowed by the Creator with certain unalienable rights. Among these are liberty, life and pursuit to happiness. The individual is a driver of change. Life has no meaning and purpose without faith in the Creator. The sovereignty of nations is less important than the brotherhood of man. Economic freedom can best be won by sovereign humans through a market system. To secure the intended rights of men, governments are instituted among men and they derive their just powers from the consent, acquiescence and silence of the governed. The true purpose of business and human life is to serve humanity. The rule of law is more important than the rule of man. The Creator’s material endowments can only have value through human effort. Objectives The main objects of the THE 1873 NETWORK are: To identify, document and showcase Africa’s corporate rich heritage; To provide a platform for the exchange of ideas, experiences and insights on Africa’s challenges and opportunities; To be an advocate for the interests of members on issues that are critical to raise the corporate flag of Africa; To promote the participation of Africans in shaping and defining the agenda for action to make Africa live up to its promise; To assist in building Africa’s capacity to fund the documentation of its own case studies that can then be used to enhance financial and corporate literacy; To identify, strengthen and motivate African people to enter the corporate market; To engage the energy and the talent of the young and emerging leaders in Africa in order to release their potential to build a good society for all people;