Team Members

Scott Clarke

Founding Director

Founder of Amandla Development.

Tendai Makoni

Communications, Marketing and Fundraising Officer

Tendai holds an MSc in Development Studies, MSc in Child Sensitive Social Policies, BSc Honours in M&E, and a BA in English & Communication, bringing over 15 years of NGO experience across HIV/AIDS, sexual reproductive health, education, and law. A firm believer in the phrase "catch them young," Tendai is passionate about education as a pathway to securing children's futures. Her career spans research, humanitarian work with refugees and displaced persons, and the health and education sectors — with deep expertise in project management, monitoring & evaluation, grant management, fundraising, training and facilitation.

Taona Tsopo

Programmes Manager

Taona is an educationist whose zeal for development work motivated his two Master’s degrees in Sociology and Gender and Community Development. He is able to use this theory to make an impact in communities, and derives great joy to see the positive changes Amandla is able to make in the lives of Philippi youth. An analytical thinker with a love for numbers, Taona’s skills contribute to Amandla’s strategy.

Nobesuthu Sam , M.A

Project Manager

Nobesuthu Sam oversees the implementation of programmes that expand opportunities for young people in underserved communities. With nearly a decade of experience in the non-profit sector, she brings strong expertise in programme management, safeguarding, and cross-functional coordination, translating strategy into effective and impactful delivery.

She holds a BA Honours degree in Development Studies and is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in the same field. Nobesuthu is deeply committed to youth development, education innovation, and enabling sustainable, community-led impact

Nontembeko Mpofu

Monitoring & Evaluation Manager

Nontembeko leads data systems, program reporting, and performance measurement across Amandla's youth and community development initiatives. With over seven years of experience in monitoring & evaluation, program implementation, advocacy, and data management, she ensures the organisation's work remains evidence-driven and responsive to community needs. She holds a Bachelor of Social Sciences in Human Resource Management from the University of Fort Hare and a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Management (M&E) from the University of the Witwatersrand. She is passionate about using data and learning to improve outcomes for young people and build stronger communities across South Africa.

Lonna Masela

Social Worker-Philippi Safe Space

Lonna is a qualified social worker who delivers comprehensive social‑work services and is dedicated to creating positive impact for Adolescents and Young People (AYP) and their communities.

She possesses strong skills in addressing the diverse challenges faced by these individuals and communities.

Lonna is guided by the belief that “it takes a village to raise a child,” Therefore, she works very closely with other organisations and departmental institutions to ensure smooth, proper referral of clients to the resources they need for well‑being and safety

Zimkhitha Ntwanambini

Social Worker-Samora Safe Space

Zimkhitha is a committed social worker focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities through advocacy, counseling, and connecting young people to the resources they need. She holds a Bachelor of Social Work and is currently pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Public Health at the University of the Western Cape to strengthen her skills in working in the community development arena. She believes in empowering young people to become independent, confident, and in control of their own lives. Her approach is centered on respect, active listening, and helping youth access the resources and support they need to thrive.