Board Of Trustees

Thomas Gufu
Founder & Executive Director
Thomas Gufu is a passionate entrepreneur who, from an early age, showed a strong commitment to uplifting communities. As the founder of the Trust, he combines business acumen with a heart for social impact, driving initiatives that empower vulnerable groups through education, health, and sustainable community development.

tendai Katiyo
Co-founder
Tendai is the co-founder of the Trust, driven by a passion for sustainable impact and community empowerment. With a background in information systems, strategy, and social innovation, he leads the Trust’s vision, forging partnerships and designing programs that uplift vulnerable communities through education, infrastructure, and targeted development initiatives.

Tanaka Urayayi
Statergy & Planning
Tanaka is a seasoned strategist and data specialist with expertise in building and implementing effective business management systems. As Founder & CEO of Robust365 and Co-Founder of SMC, he brings to the Trust deep experience in marketing, data analysis, and dashboard development—helping optimize operations and support data-driven community development initiatives.
Partners

GERALDINE MUKUMBI
Education Strategy Partner
Geraldine Mukumbi is a writer and educator from Ngezi, currently pursuing a PhD at Stanford as a Knight-Hennessy scholar. With global teaching experience and a strong focus on literacy and Zimbabwean education history, she supports our Trust by guiding education-focused projects that empower learners and improve access to quality education.

Munyaradzi chifetete
Infrastructure Development Partner
Munyaradzi is a seasoned Project Manager at Sesani, with experience across construction, mining, and finance. Passionate about sustainable infrastructure and uplifting vulnerable communities, he partners with our Trust, applying his expertise to help drive impactful infrastructure projects across Africa, particularly in East and Southern Africa.

TARIRO BURE
Climate Finance & Sustainability Partner
Tariro Bure is the Founder of Rukova Climate Lab and a climate finance expert advancing nature-based solutions for sustainable development. She has led global initiatives from COP26 to COP29 and co-founded the African Youth Networks Movement. Her work bridges climate resilience, economic growth, and systems change across emerging economies.