MCUSzambia Urban and rural health and education in Africa
Governance & team

The people who make a Lusaka plan reach an Itezhi-Tezhi classroom

Several of our directors and advisors hold current posts inside the Ministries of Education in Zambia and Malawi. That is not incidental — it is the mechanism.

Portrait of Mr. Tendai Sibajane Langisi

Mr. Tendai L Sibajane

Executive Director — Chief Institutional Liaison

A life coach, preacher, gospel song writer, teacher, mentor and non-profit director with 10+ years in NGO leadership and a proven track record in high-impact programme development. Skilled in partnership development and policy change advocacy.

  • Organisational leadership and board governance
  • Stakeholder and policy influence
  • Team development
A message from our director

“I remember walking alone to schools”

MCUSzambia was born out of a passion to serve humanity. In the early days I walked to schools alone, conducting talks and workshops, pouring my heart out to any child who would listen. I recall the rain-soaked day the taxi broke down and a colleague and I walked the rest of the way to Crested Crane Academy, determined not to miss the appointment.

What brings me the greatest joy is our developing partnership with the Government of Zambia. From 2025 to 2032 we will work hand in hand with the government to bring mathematics and science teachers from around the world, provide nutritious meals to hungry learners, and ensure access to clean water.

I invite you to join us. Let us show these children that they matter, that their lives have purpose, and that they deserve to thrive.

Mr. Tendai Sibajane Langisi Executive Director

The team

Programme leadership

Our standing working agreements mean the team includes strategic members from the Ministries of Health and Education.

Portrait of Mr. Chrispine Mwanja

Mr. Chrispine Mwanja

Assistant COE

Expertise in rural aquaculture development to drive sustainable development.

  • Fund development strategy
  • Grant management
  • Team leadership and mentorship
Portrait of Mr. Joseph Mulubisha

Mr. Joseph Mulubisha

Human Resource Advisor

Provides human resource advisory and leadership support to MCUSzambia.

Government affiliation HR personnel, Kamwala Secondary School, Ministry of Education

  • Human resource management
  • Staff and team development
  • Performance and culture development
Portrait of Elepher Banda

Elepher Banda

Finance Manager

A financial coach and philanthropist.

  • Fiscal stewardship
  • Audit compliance
Portrait of Mr. McDonald Kasempa

Mr. McDonald Kasempa

Director of Programs, Projects and Social Infrastructure

Government affiliation Former Project Coordinator, Lusaka City Council (Housing and Social Services)

  • Project planning
  • Social services management
Portrait of Mr. Rapheal Hambozi

Mr. Rapheal Hambozi

Director of Pedagogy and Curriculum Development

Government affiliation Deputy Head, Libala Secondary School, Ministry of Education Zambia

  • STEAM education
  • Academic quality assurance
Portrait of Mr. Luckson Malambo

Mr. Luckson Malambo

Senior Advisor for Policy and Research Reform

Government affiliation Former Principal Education Officer, In-Service Teacher Training Services, Ministry of Education Zambia

  • National curriculum design
  • Education policy advocacy
Portrait of John Kaonga

John Kaonga

Programs and Projects Manager, Malawi

Government affiliation Science teacher, Chintheche Community Day Secondary School, Ministry of Education, Nkhata Bay, Malawi

Mr. Fizie Fumba

STEAM Programs and Projects Director

Agness Aogola

Education Meals, Child Health and Clinical Placement Advisor

Government affiliation Child Health Unit Officer, Ministry of Education

Governance

Board of Trustees and Advisory Board

The board carries fiduciary responsibility for the organisation. The advisory board provides financial, academic and curriculum expertise without a governance vote.

Board of Trustees

Dr. Antony Mwami

Board of Trustees

Social entrepreneur, evangelist, philanthropist, and founder of Grace TV Zambia.

Mr. Christopher Muleya

Board of Trustees

HR expert, Mamba Mines.

Joshua Manda

Board of Trustees

Founder of Manda Foundation Zambia.

Advisory Board

Mr. Charles Nkhowani

Advisory Board

Financial strategist and philanthropist.

Mr. Simon Himalowa

Advisory Board

Academic leader, Apex University.

Mr. Anecetus Moonga

Advisory Board

Assistant Director of Training and Curriculum at the National Science Centre.

Government affiliation Ministry of Education, Zambia

Institutional relationships

Who we work through

Current partner

University of Zambia

Academic partner on the Mathematics and Sciences Development programme.

MOU at an advanced stage, 2025–2031

Government of Zambia — Ministry of Education

Through the National Science Centre (NSC) and Teacher Education and Specialised Services (TESS).

Current partner

Government of Zambia — Ministry of Health

Through the Child Health Unit, which is how the Education Meals and Health project reaches pupils who need medical attention.

Get involved

Talk to the people who run this

Funders and institutional partners are welcome to speak directly with the executive director and the relevant programme lead.

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