Our Team
Our diverse team is driven by a shared vision and passion to unlock the transformative potential of African sciences and create a future where thriving African societies lead the way.
Prof Wanda Markotter
Interim Director and Research Chair: People, Health, and Place (One Health)
Prof Maano Ramutsindela
Research Chair: Sustainability Transformations
Prof Frans Swanepoel
Research Chair: Sustainable Food Systems
Ms Amelia Cilliers
Project Manager
Lerato Mpetshwa
Communications Manager
Mr Johan Smith
Conference and Events Manager
Dr Tinashe Ndoro
Head of Residence
Mr Mfezeko Damane
Finance Officer
Ms Sharon Mpho Khalo
ASLP Project Coordinator
Ms Dikeledi Margaret Lebea
Housekeeping Supervisor
Dr Clarietta Chagwiza
Senior Post Doctoral Fellow
Mr Thami Mlambo
Accommodation Reservationist
Ms Itumeleng Mokwana
Receptionist
Ms Rebecca Mothoa
Front of House Receptionist
Mr Thabo Shongwe
Finance (Intern)
Ms Esley Van Der Berg
Dr Tedson Nkoana
Community Engagement Officer for People, Health, and Place (One Health)
Dr Sussy Munialo
Post-doctoral fellow: Sustainable Food Systems
Ms Irene Malaila
Facilities Coordinator
Ms Rahab Ohanson
Accommodation Coordinator
Mr Thabo Mathebula
AV and Desktop Support Technician
Ms Christie Bokaba
Admin and Research Support
Ms Kayleigh Marcus
Research Assistant & PhD Candidate, Animal Science
Ms Nikki Sampson
Curator: Gardens, Indigenous and Orphan Crops Collection
Mr Andreas Radel
Head Chef
Catering Coordinator
Catering Coordinator
Ms Getrude Njokwe
Postdoctoral Fellow: People, Health, and Places (One Health)
Dr Rudzani Mudzielwana
Post-doctoral fellow: Sustainable Food Systems
Prof Stephanie Burton
Programme Leader: Future Africa Research Leadership Fellowship (FAR-LeaF) programme
Future Africa provides a gateway to Africa’s rich and diverse scientific community, building equitable global partnerships, and projecting the voice of African sciences on the global stage.




































