We are so happy to have a wonderful, dedicated team on the ground in Malawi making things happen for Kusewera! We are an established NGO in Malawi, that is the entity running the programs in Malawi.

Wilma Saidi, RNM : Country Director – Wilma has been an important part of Kusewera since the start of the community center in 2017. She originally volunteered in her spare time from getting a Bachelor of Science degree at Daeyang University’s College of Nursing and Midwifery in Malawi. Her dedication to the community created the vision of what Kusewera could be and has since led the way in the Community Center’s journey. She has exciting ideas that stem from her foundation of growing up in the very same community that Kusewera serves. 

As a nurse, she will also manage all health-related projects, initiatives and programs including the weekly clinics for under 5’s in collaboration with our partners at the Chitedze Clinic and guidance by Wandikweza.

Chikoko Banda : Assistant to Director – Chikoko graduated with a Bachelor of Science, Human Science, and Community Services from Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources. He has a proactive and solution-driven approach to this role which helps the overall programs and projects run smoothly. 

Doreen Chafulumira : Morning and After School Programs Coordinator, Leadership Staff – After volunteering with us for a year, Doreen proved to be an exceptional member of the team. She comes to us with a certificate in Financial Accounting and is the point person for our morning programs and after school programs.   

Yamikani Magombo : Teaching and Youth Program Assistant – Yamikani graduated from African Bible College in June 2024, with a Bachelor’s degree in Christian leadership and Community Development. He was a student intern with Kusewera in his senior year, working with our preschool and kindergarten classes, and the youth programs in the afternoon. Post graduation, after a 2 month fellowship in Colorado (US), he returned to Malawi, and began working with Kusewera. 

Chimwemwe Sambo : Outreach Coordinator, Teaching assistant – Chimwemwe has been a friend of Kusewera for years, coming from Mtendere Village Orphanage. She completed secondary school, and earned a post secondary education certificate from a vocational school. She works alongside the lead staff assisting with programs, guest services and also assists with the Girl Power Initiative programs.

Harriet : Nursery/Preschool teacher and after school programs

Eliza : Nursery /Preschool assistant and after school programs

Patricia : Kindergarten Teacher and after school programs

Christina : Guest Services Lead and school/program assistant – 

Olivia and Yasintha : Guest House and Apartment Services, general cleaning 

Linessi : General Cleaning and Morning Day Care

Guards / Dog Handlers / Watchmen – All 10 guards rotate for us in tandem with our Dog handlers during the day and night shifts. 

Charles, Austin, Daston, Yosefe : Our groundskeepers make sure that our property looks great, stays watered and presentable!

Rajab : Teveta Certified, part time tailoring/sewing instructor, teaching classes on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Community Center.

Kusewera Limited, Malawi Board : (Malawian) Mercy Nyirongo, Victor Kamwendo, Bernard Kanjoma, (foreign) Paul Osborn, Karen Osborn

Key In-Country Partners and Advisors :

Adam Gaskins – Operations Advisor – Adam has worked in the non-profit sector for over a decade, with CorpsAfrica, Raising Malawi and USAID. As a confidante and supporter of Kusewera, Adam advises our operations and permaculture vision at Kusewera Village in Malawi.   

Spiwe Zulu – As an entrepreneur and well-connected business man in Malawi, the UK and in S. Africa, Spiwe has been a consistent supporter of Kusewera and is a partner and collaborator, assisting us with key meetings and collaborations for growth.

Dean Lungu Jr – Advisor – Dean has been a friend and strong Kusewera supporter and a confidante. He is a trusted business owner in Malawi and assists our staff and property as needs arise.

Matthews Gondwe, MMG Consulting ; Malawian Payroll, Accountancy & HR Consultant 

Malawian Attorneys – Pempho Likongwe, Likongwe & Company / Joseph Chiume with Chiume & Co. and Mustapher Kaunde. 

US Board