I completed my Associate in Management Programme (mini MBA) at the University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business in 2005, whilst in the employ of Cambridge University Press.  Not long thereafter I was appointed General Manager of Umbindi Publishers – tasked with not only establishing this new business venture, but ensuring the return of investment made by the 3 partners within a 3yr period (a feat managed within the first year of operation).  In 2008 I took on the exciting challenge of directorship at the ASF and I have not looked back.  Here I am able to live out my passion – that of facilitating the opportunity for young learners to complete their basic schooling, to awaken the desire to continue furthering their education, to be transformed and to break free from the cycle of poverty.  My greatest hope for mankind is that every individual be given the opportunity to reach their full potential.  One of my most treasured memories is a meeting with Tata Nelson Mandela, which I view as “my reward” for initiating the CSI Programmes at Capespan Ltd (now managed by the Capespan Foundation).

After completing my matric, I attended False Bay College, where I obtained my qualification as a Management Assistant. My work experience includes periods at the Department of Cultural Affairs & Sport; Statistics South Africa and Artscape. It was my tenure as Student Finance Administrator at False Bay College and that of Educator’s Assistant at Hillwood Primary School that ignited my passion for making a difference in the lives of our youth.

In May of 2023, the opportunity to join the ASF presented itself. Here I could showcase my administrative skills and insert myself in an environment that uplifts, empowers and has a transformative impact on the vulnerable youth in our marginalized societies. I am excited and grateful to be part of a Team dedicated to seeing our young learners succeed. I intend to give my 100% to my role as Donor Liaison Officer and look forward to many years with the ASF.

I am originally from the Eastern Cape where I did my secondary education.  I went on to complete my Secretarial Diploma at Northlink College through Access Trust, and in 2009 joined the ASF as the Bursary Secretary.

In 2013 I was promoted to take on the role and the responsibility as the Student Liaison Officer.  I now supervise the entire schools’ portfolio –  liaising with appointed Bursary Representatives, facilitating communication with and payments to our 2500 learners, managing the learner database, making recommendations for special awards and scholarship nominations.

I am happy to find myself in an organization that makes a difference in the lives of underprivileged Scholars.

I joined the ASF in 2003 as Accounts Manager where my primary task is to manage the full accounting function. I fondly recall how “back in those days” the thousands of payments made to our schools were all still done manually.

With my accounting background, I was able to implement payments on a computerised system that allowed for a more streamlined process – thank heavens for technology! I am passionate about the ASF and the work it does and look forward to the organization’s continued growth.

Upon receiving my diploma in Biomedical Technology at CPUT, I completed my internship in virology at the Tygerberg branch of the NHLS. I then spent some time in the private sector before joining the ASF where I serve as an administrative assistant in addition to being the first point of contact at the office. My duties include lending support to the schools’ portfolio manager and the rest of the team in a clerical capacity as well as managing the front office.

The ASF is an organization close to my heart as they assist and support extremely under privileged school children regardless of race, colour or creed and thus give these children a fighting chance for a better and brighter future. I am honored to be part of an organization that is effectively making changes in the lives of today’s youth who will ultimately shape the future of our country.