Our Dedicated Team

Afrika Awake is strengthened by committed leaders, coordinators, and volunteers who bring lived experience and compassion to every project.

Leadership

The Directors & Board

Bianca Gewer
Director

Bianca Gewer

Zulu teacher and psychological counsellor committed to child welfare, education, and humanitarian support.

Gabriel Hertis
Director

Gabriel Hertis

Rwandan peacebuilder and social cohesion leader strengthening trust between communities and institutions.

Charles Khoza
Director

Charles Khoza

Filmmaker and humanitarian documenting injustice and amplifying stories that demand action and care.

Serge Lwamba
Director

Serge Lwamba

Congolese humanitarian leading food and support efforts for vulnerable communities in South Africa.

Eric Jean Butoki Madel
Secretary & Coordinator

Eric Jean Butoki Madel

Former refugee advocate with deep experience in coordination, secretariat support, and project leadership.

Field Operators

Programme Specialists

Dedicated experts working directly across education, psychological care, and emergency response on the ground.

Jully Furaha Akyombo
ECD Officer

Jully Furaha Akyombo

Key contributor in early childhood development and emergency response initiatives.

Jennifer Fisher
Liaison Officer

Jennifer Fisher

Advocate for women and survivors of gender-based violence with over 30 years experience.

Sphesihle Ncala
Field Worker

Sphesihle Ncala

Dedicated field worker supporting refugee families and emergency response in KwaZulu-Natal.

Rev. Mathias Bigirimana
Social Cohesion

Rev. Mathias Bigirimana

Theologian and community builder focused on peace, unity, and coexistence initiatives.

Dr. KM Kandolo
Education & Research

Dr. KM Kandolo

Research and education specialist supporting digital literacy, gender, and economic empowerment.

Bunana Gaby Bikombo
Food Security

Bunana Gaby Bikombo

Human ecologist and social advocate focused on food systems, rights, and community dignity.