Our
Team

Delphino is a dynamic professional with expertise in commerce, strategic management, finance, and social enterprise management. His academic background and co-founding of Waumbe Youth Development demonstrate his commitment to empowering youth and driving positive change. As a certified Business Advisor, Delphino excels at tackling complex challenges, implementing practical solutions, and promoting sustainable growth. Leading Just Grace with passion, he champions social justice and creates impactful outcomes in Langa and beyond.

Leona, our dedicated COO with a B. Com in Business Informatics, oversees our programmes. She excels in optimising operations, driving innovation, and enhancing efficiency. With a solid commitment to social empowerment, Leona combines strategic thinking and a tech-savvy approach to maximise our impact.

Mpho holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Development Studies, providing a solid understanding of the complexities and challenges of sustainable development. As our business development manager, Mpho assumes a pivotal role in driving the growth of our organisation, cultivating successful collaborations and securing vital funding for our mission.

Liziwe, our vibrant Partnerships and Store (Shop for Change) Manager, brings lively energy to our team.  With a diverse skill set in event management and customer service, she brings a fresh perspective to partnerships and excels in communication with stakeholders. Liziwe’s dynamic personality and expertise make her an invaluable asset for our organisation’s growth and success.

Nozibele holds a bachelor’s degree in social work. Recognising the pivotal role of accessible social work services, Nozibele firmly believes that by ensuring their availability, the community can truly flourish. Nozibele and her team diligently address the diverse needs and challenges individuals face in Langa, ensuring that crucial support systems exist, empowering residents to overcome obstacles and build resilient lives.

Thobeka possesses a bachelor’s degree in social work and an honours degree in Social Behavioural Studies. She is deeply passionate about bringing about change in her community. She finds fulfilment in actively engaging with parents, learners, community members, and other stakeholders to foster a collaborative response that promotes the development and advancement of Langa.

Thando, our auxiliary social worker, implements diverse community social work initiatives, including counselling, conducting home visits, and facilitating life skills sessions for vulnerable youth. His deep passion for creating positive change in his community is evident in his dedication to delivering impactful social work services that make a meaningful difference in the lives of those he serves.

Nomalizo is a dedicated community worker who has completed basic counselling training with FAMSA. She strongly advocates for social justice and actively leads efforts to bring about positive change at the grassroots level in Langa. As a mother of five children, she has a deep passion for nurturing the development of the Langa community, aiming to create an environment where children can thrive and prosper.

Annie has a BCom degree and is a qualified Life Orientation teacher. She oversees our Youth Activation programme and its personal and professional development components and plays a vital role in connecting youth to various opportunities once they complete the programme. Annie is passionate about mentoring and establishing meaningful connections with young individuals, nurturing their growth, and guiding them towards a brighter future.

Namhla is our knowledgeable accounting technician’s facilitator. With a BCom Financial Accounting degree, BCom Taxation Honours, and a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), she possesses expertise and teaching skills that enable her to effectively guide our students through the intricacies of accounting, making her an invaluable asset to our programme.

Thunyiwe, an expert in all thing’s coffee brings a unique blend of expertise to our programme. Not only is she a qualified Barista who takes delight in crafting the perfect cup of coffee to start the day, but she is also deeply committed to youth development. Her passion for empowering young individuals shines through as she strives to create meaningful opportunities and foster their growth.

Khanya, one of our past barista participants, has truly excelled as a star barista. Her enthusiasm and exceptional skills have earned her a place on our team, where she works closely with our facilitator to provide assistance and share her valuable knowledge. Khanya’s passion lies in making a positive difference in the lives of others, and she eagerly embraces the opportunity to continuously develop and enhance her skills.

Vuyelwa is our fantastic sewing instructor. Vuyelwa spent several years running her micro-business, creating exquisite traditional African garments she sold in her community. Now, her passion lies in passing on her expertise and empowering participants in our Youth Activation Programme’s sewing stream, as she wholeheartedly dedicates herself to teaching and upskilling them.

Zodwa, a remarkable member of our YAP team, is driven by her unwavering commitment to positively impacting her community. With a strong foundation in sewing and infectious enthusiasm, Zodwa works hand in hand with our facilitator, offering essential support and sharing her knowledge with course participants.

Sivile, our coding and IT facilitator holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a love for IT. Sivile recognises the importance of computer skills in this digital age and is passionate about imparting his expertise and ensuring our youth are equipped with these essential skills.

Sibongile holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences, specialising in Politics and Governance and Sociology. As our dynamic and dedicated Youth Development Programme coordinator, he brings abundant energy and passion to his role, actively working towards empowering and nurturing the youth on our programme.

Simthembile, our head academic support facilitator, plays a vital role in overseeing our team of dedicated facilitators and ensuring the smooth operation of our academic support sessions. With his honour’s degree in Education, Simthembile brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his position and a deep passion for empowering students to succeed academically. He is committed to creating a supportive and inclusive learning environment where students can thrive and reach their full potential.

Nadia, our amazing book club facilitator, is passionate about education, specifically literacy. She is pursuing a bachelor’s degree in education and looks forward to utilising her knowledge and skills to make a lasting impact on the lives of young learners. Nadia is committed to nurturing a love for reading, empowering students to unlock their full potential, and fostering a lifelong passion for learning.

Nontsikelelo, a mother of four (two of whom have participated in our YDP programme), completed computer training through Just Grace in 2018. Since then, she has been actively involved in our organisation, demonstrating her dedication by assisting with capturing beneficiary data and contributing her skills to various other aspects of our work.