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)
Dr Neeraj Mistry
Deputy Director
Prof Maano Ramutsindela
Research Chair: Sustainability Transformations
Prof Frans Swanepoel
Research Chair: Sustainable Food Systems
Ms Amelia Cilliers
Project Manager
Lerato Mpetshwa
Communications Manager
Dr Clarietta Chagwiza
Senior Post Doctoral Fellow
Mr Mfezeko Damane
Finance Officer
Dr Hester du Plessis
Senior Faculty Fellow
Ms Angel Ekata
Conference and Events Coordinator
Ms Sharon Mpho Khalo
ASLP Project Coordinator
Ms Dikeledi Margaret Lebea
Housekeeping Supervisor
Mr Thami Mlambo
Receptionist
Ms Itumeleng Mokwana
Receptionist (Intern)
Ms Rebecca Mothoa
Front Of House Receptionist
Dr Tinashe Ndoro
Head of Residence
Mr Thabo Shongwe
Finance (Intern)
Irene Nyakagere Thomas
Post-doctoral fellow: Global Equity in Africa
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
Mr Johan Smith
Conference and Events Manager
Mr Tshepo Mabitsi
Conference and Events Coordinator
Ms Irene Malaila
Facilities Coordinator
Ms Rahab Ohanson
Accommodation Coordinator
Mr Thabo Mathebula
AV and Desktop Support Technician
Ms Goodness Moremi
Coordinator/Housekeeping Supervisor
Ms Christie Bokaba
Front Desk Receptionist
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.