Meet Our Team

Dedicated individuals working together to advocate for climate justice and environmental sustainability in South Africa.

Our Climate Justice Champions

Meet the passionate individuals driving change and working tirelessly to build a sustainable future for South Africa.

Thabo Sukanazo Tsheme

Lebohang Ntuli

Founder & Executive Chairperson

Leading our organization's mission with passion and dedication to create lasting environmental change.

Nkosinathi Sibiya

Nkosinathi Sibiya

Head of Fundraising & Stakeholder Engagement

Leading our fundraising efforts and engaging stakeholders for impactful climate action.

Palesa Lebenya

Palesa Lebenya

Deputy Executive Chairperson

Managing and coordinating our climate justice programs and initiatives across communities.

Bongeka Khawula

Bongeka Khawula

Executive Secretary

Empowering young voices and leading youth engagement in climate action initiatives.

Sinoxolo Duma

Sinoxolo Duma

Deputy Executive Secretary

Crafting compelling narratives and managing our digital presence for maximum impact.

Thembelani Jali

Thembelani Jali

Head of Communications

Leads strategic communications and digital storytelling to amplify climate justice messages across multiple platforms.

Londiwe Makhaya

Londiwe Makhaya

Head of Stakeholder Engagement

Builds strategic partnerships and fosters collaborative relationships with key stakeholders to advance climate justice initiatives.

Ziyanda Mqikela

Ziyanda Mqikela

Head of Projects

Oversees project planning and delivery, coordinating teams to ensure impactful, on-time climate justice initiatives.

Sandile Mthembu

Sandile Mthembu

Head of Research and Policy

Leads evidence-based research and policy analysis to shape ACJSA's advocacy and strengthen climate justice outcomes.

David Magqabhane

David Magqabhane

Advocacy Officer

Drives grassroots advocacy campaigns and mobilizes communities to amplify climate justice voices and create lasting change.

Nomagugu Zulu

Nomagugu Zulu

Community Outreach Officer

Connects with local communities to build trust, foster engagement, and empower grassroots climate action initiatives.