Who are the leading faces of DIFTK?

Our team is comprised of phenomenal leaders who provide the organisation with sound governance, fiduciary and strategic oversight and direction. Each member of the team is dedicated to the growth and effectiveness of DIFTK.

THE BOARD

Mvuselelo Huni

Trustee & Board Chairman

Mvuselelo Huni is the Chief Executive Officer of the Organisation of Rural Associations for Progress (ORAP). She has 18 years of experience with the Organisation, having served in other capacities including as the Chief Operations Officer; Programme Manager of the Food Security Division, as well as Humanitarian Accountability Officer. She is passionate about uplifting the situations of communities in Zimbabwe, seeing people reach their full potential and live lives of dignity and productivity. Through her work with ORAP she has had a specific focus on rural communities, with recent explorations into urban areas. She is committed to seeing greater empowerment of women and youth, and improving the efficacy of the development sector in Zimbabwe. Working with ORAP and her partners has given her an amazing opportunity to hone her skills in all these areas, and she looks forward to having opportunities to do more of this, and expand her horizons in the future. She believes that sustainable development is attainable in the world, through commitment to innovative, strategic, transparent and accountable partnerships between all sectors.

She is an advisor and board member of a number of organisations and companies in Zimbabwe including the Community Foundation for the Western Region of Zimbabwe, the Midlands Conservation and Sustainability Initative, and Nhimbe Trust. She holds a Masters Degree in Gender and Policy Studies with Great Zimbabwe University, a Bachelor of Social Science Degree in Gender Studies and Environmental & Geographical Science, as well as a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree in Social Development, both from the University of Cape Town.

Kundai Zvomuya

Senior Director & Vice Chairman

He is a recently qualified medical doctor, with a passion for serving God and people. Kundai is an Erasmus Scholar alumni who believes in providing equal opportunities to children so that they grow into a healthy, God led future. During his time in medical school at the University of Zimbabwe, he had the privilege of serving as the Christian Medical Fellowship Zimbabwe Chairperson, a position he believes he attained a lot of transferable skills which
ultimately help him better serve DIFTK.

Andisiwe Hadebe

Board Treasurer

Andisiwe Hadebe is a seasoned banking and financial services professional with 18 years of experience in operations, customer service, and team leadership. Currently serving as Chief Teller at a local bank in Bulawayo, Andisiwe has demonstrated a consistent ability to manage high-responsibility functions, lead teams, and uphold the highest standards of integrity and compliance. He is studying towards a BCom Honours in Marketing Management from Lupane State University and is an active member of the Institute of Bankers Zimbabwe. Beyond his banking career, Andisiwe is deeply committed to community development. As a founding Director of Bethlehem Covenant Trust, he has worked to build meaningful partnerships with local government, community leaders, and youth organisations to drive positive change at the grassroots level. He also serves as a Minister of Religion, reflecting his strong values of service, compassion, and accountability. Andisiwe brings to the DIFTK Board a rare combination of financial acumen, community development experience, and a genuine passion for uplifting vulnerable members of society — particularly children.

Vusisizwe Ndebele

Board Secretary

Vusisizwe Ndebele (Vusi) is a passionate Creative Arts Educator and Arts Administrator dedicated to nurturing young talent and empowering children through education and the arts. Vusi brings over 15 years of experience working in schools, community initiatives, and tertiary institutions across Zimbabwe and Southern Africa.
He is the Co-Founder and Administrator of Daniel’s Foundation Kindergarten & Homeschool.
Vusi is deeply committed to holistic child development. His work extends beyond music into mentorship, community engagement, and youth empowerment. Whether conducting choirs, teaching in classrooms, organising concerts, or supporting grassroots educational initiatives, he believes in creating safe, inspiring spaces where children can discover their gifts and build confidence.
As a board member of DIFTK, Vusi brings creative vision, and a heart for service. He is passionate about initiatives that uplift children, strengthen families, and invest in the next generation’s potential.

Terry-Nesu Kandiado

Executive Director & Board Member

Terry Nesu is a finance professional and entrepreneur currently serving as an International Internal Auditor with CURE International, partnering with hospital teams across multiple countries to strengthen accountability, enhance internal controls, and promote sound governance in mission-driven environments. He also serves as a finance consultant to growing businesses, helping them build strong financial systems and sustainable foundations for long-term growth.

Terry brings extensive nonprofit governance experience, serving as Executive Director of DIFTK and as a Board Member of Vana Ministries Trust. He previously served as Finance and Administration Manager at CURE Zimbabwe, gaining hands-on experience in nonprofit financial management, operations, and donor accountability. Deeply passionate about ethical leadership, Terry believes transparency, compassion, and disciplined execution are essential to transforming lives. He is committed to helping DIFTK grow in strength, credibility, and lasting impact as it delivers hope to the children it serves.

Matikomborera Nyamadzi

Board Member

Matikomborera Nyamadzi is a human rights lawyer and dedicated children’s rights advocate. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Law and an LLB fromthe University of Pretoria, and has completed her Master of Laws (LLM) in Multidisciplinary Human Rights, where her research focused on strengthening legal protections for children, including in digital spaces.

Mati brings experience in human rights advocacy and legal education, having worked alongside civil society organisations and academic institutions to advance rights-based approaches to social justice. Her work reflects a strong commitment to governance, ethical leadership, and the protection of vulnerable communities.

As a Board member, she contributes strategic insight on policy, accountability, and child-centred programming. Guided by her Christian faith, she approaches her service with integrity and compassion. She also draws deep personal meaning from her roles as a wife and mother, grounding her conviction that every child deserves safety, opportunity, and the freedom to thrive.

Tatenda Mhunga

Board Member

Tatenda I.M. Mhunga is a dedicated Social Worker and Protection and Safeguarding Practitioner whose passion lies in child protection, community development, and systems strengthening. She has led the development and implementation of safeguarding policies and systems that have positively impacted more than 10,000 children across multiple schools and communities in Zimbabwe and Kenya. Her professional expertise encompasses the development of child protection systems, the formulation of safeguarding policies, trauma-informed care, community engagement, training and capacity building, and program design, monitoring, and evaluation. She has successfully strengthened institutional safeguarding frameworks, mobilised resources through partnerships and grants, and trained educators, caregivers, and community stakeholders to create safer environments for children. As a board member, Tatenda brings a strong governance lens grounded in ethical practice, human rights, and accountability. Her experience in risk assessment, policy development, multi-sectoral collaboration, and safeguarding oversight adds strategic value to the organisation, ensuring that programs are not only impactful but also compliant, child-centred, and sustainable. Her passion for creating safe and nurturing environments aligns seamlessly with the mission of organisations committed to protecting and empowering vulnerable communities all for the Glory of God.

Our Staff

Bernadette Njekeya

Programme & Operations Coordinator

Bernadette Florence Njekeya is a dedicated professional with a background in education and risk management, focusing on program and administrative oversight. She is deeply passionate about children and their educational development.

Bernadette holds a Master of Science Degree from the Institute of Development Studies and a Bachelor of Commerce Honours in Risk Management and Insurance. Complementing her academic degrees, she is trained in Trauma-Informed Care (Level 1) and holds a certificate in Child Protection and Welfare. She has further refined her professional capabilities through the McKinsey Forward and Narachi Mentorship programs.

Her professional impact includes working as a Teaching Assistant, where she specialised in adapting complex concepts into accessible formats for children with varying learning styles and provided tutorials for students.