About us
Our TeamOur core team is based in Hoedspruit and works hands-on in our schools and communities. We put in countless hours to improve education and the lives of the children in the area.
We receive invaluable support from our Board of Directors who meet quarterly to ensure good governance, strongly defined work ethics and assist with financial decisions.
Our Board of Directors:

Deon Huysamer
Chairman, 2007

John Braithwaite
Deputy Chairman, 2009

Jen Howson
2007

Michael Anderson
2014

Corné Havenga
2015

Greg Royce
2016

Hennie Jacobs
Secretary, 2015
Our Operational Team:

Corné Havenga
Chief Executive Officer

Laura Craig
Financial manager

Cecilia Theron-Du Preez
Consultant

Cecilia van der Merwe
Library coordinator

Sabrina Chielens
Project support/Photography

Winky Mokgope
Support-a-School manager

Maswabi Lewele
Eco Educator

Lorraine Malatji
Eco Educator

Nstwako Manyike
Eco Educator

Tshegofatso Mkhonto
Eco Educator

Rhulani Mathonsi
Librarian

Lydia Mahlakoane
Librarian

Patrick Ndlovu
Eco Educator & Librarian

Lindy Sekome
Librarian

Catharina Robbertze
Communication consultant

Chloë Cooper
Publication

Andiswa Mighty Mabika
Eco Educator

Lolo Ruth Dilebo
Librarian

Siobhan Bentley
Marketing and Research

Tsoseletso Chiloane
Eco Educator

Tiyani Mathebula
Eco Educator
Our Partners
We would like to express our sincere thanks to all organisations and individuals that contribute to Eco Children projects. With your invaluable support we are able to implement successful programmes, bringing positive change to the lives of many.


































