Our People – Mmelebo Foundation

Our Founder

Constance Khabonina Nzimande is the Founder, Executive Director, and Chairperson of Mmelebo Foundation. She is a passionate literacy advocate and a qualified former teacher librarian with more than 22 years of experience in education and literacy development.

Her career has been dedicated to promoting reading and improving access to learning resources for children. She has served as a Library Ambassador for the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Education and has facilitated numerous workshops on effective reading strategies for educators.

Constance’s commitment to literacy advocacy has been recognized through the Da Vinci Award for Literacy Advocacy. She has also played leadership roles in various school and community initiatives, including chairing programs supporting orphaned and vulnerable children (OVC), leading school development teams, and facilitating district workshops for IQMS implementation

Through her vision and leadership, Mmelebo Foundation continues to champion literacy, education, and community empowerment, ensuring that children are equipped with the skills they need to succeed in school and beyond.