A world where everyone can experience themselves as free
and equal.
This world is not a place that we simply exist in. Because we can see it, truly, we are actively working to make it better, for everyone. We are building a world where people can live free from the worry of having a sustainable future and where everyone can explore and express their unlimited potential.
Undaunted in our vision.
Headquartered in South Africa, Knowledge Pele has a 13-year history of innovating for sustainable, inclusive and equitable change. Knowledge Pele is differentiated by its expertise in ecosystem building. We solve for people, infrastructure and industrial development, recognising that the three themes are complimentary features of a sustainable socio-economy.
Unshackled from
in-action
As a development company, we work directly in the communities that we serve. We do this because development is a process of internal transformation inspired through human connection. We aim to create sustainable socio-economic hubs where everyone experiences themselves as capable, enabled by functioning infrastructure and opportunities for economic participation. It is through long-term partnerships that we actively deliver programmes and projects that seek to transform the futures of vulnerable communities.
Unlimited in our funding
and investment approach
Our approach is one of asset-based partnership. We take direct investment risk in communities and match our commitments with contributions from like-minded private social investors. Appreciating the scale of development challenges, we encourage multi-stakeholder partnerships to ensure sustained social and financial returns, for all. We have a track record of success through co-investment with a variety of partners and look forward to replicating it across the world.
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Achieving Direct Impact
We’ve reached over 15 000 participants through our research & development programmes.
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Recognised Globally
KP has been recognised for its leadership in sustainability by Coldplay (through formal affiliation), partnerships with the Costa Rican government, University of Sussex & has been showcased by the United States State Department, amongst others.
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Operating Globally
KP has development projects and investments in South Africa & Costa Rica. Our research footprint is across countries within the Southern African Development Community.