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The Board
With passion and pride, the heart of our board
Our organization operates with two supporting foundation boards. The Tanzanian board is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the center in Arusha, including management, policy, and implementation.
Martha Lukasi Materu reports to the board in her role as Executive Director.
The Dutch board focuses on fundraising and international support for activities in Tanzania.
Currently, some board members still hold roles on both boards. The plan is to transition these responsibilities gradually over the coming months, so that each board can carry out its duties with authority and efficiency.
All board members, both in the Netherlands and in Arusha, as well as the executive director, work for Sibusiso voluntarily and naturally with great dedication.
Foundation Board in Tanzania
Goodluck Kwayu, Chairperson
members: Jane Fidelis, Marloes Kibacha, Neema Aspedito Mfugale, Atty Hammer – Roos, Anton van Doornmalen, Casper van Kempen.
Martha Lukasi Materu (non-voting Secretary).
Foundation Board in the Netherlands
Anton van Doornmalen, chairman
Atty Hammer-Roos, general board member and founder
Leo Wortel, treasurer
Diana Duijvestijn, communications
Mieke van Doornmalen, digitalization and IT
Secretarial support is provided by Sacha Zimmerman.
The Operational Management
Until February 1, 2025, Casper van Kempen held operational leadership in Tanzania in his role as director of Sibusiso Netherlands and Executive Board Member in Tanzania. He has since transferred this responsibility to Martha Lukasi Materu.
Our People
The team in Tanzania is incredibly dedicated to providing the best and most professional care possible for the children, offering them a secure and safe place in the center, and gaining the trust of parents during village visits.
We are a good employer for:
- A team of 51 dedicated Tanzanians – therapists, teachers, social workers, carpenters, caregivers, and support staff.
- A manager, Martha Lukasi, who leads the daily operations in Arusha.
Förderverein Germany
Strong Engagement in Germany
Förderverein Sibusiso Germany supports the work of Sibusiso. This foundation raises funds and resources for Sibusiso projects, such as programs at the center and the Outreach Program. Additionally, the foundation informs and raises awareness among the German public about the situation of these children and the importance of these projects. By partnering with other organizations and donors, Förderverein Sibusiso Germany helps to further develop Sibusiso’s projects. This contributes to the quality of life for the children and their families, and promotes sustainable development in their communities.
The Förderverein Board consists of:
- Josef Blienert, Chairperson
- Christine Blienert
- Peter Riechert (Vice Chairperson)
- Christina Riechert
- Herbert Mundry, Treasurer
- Thea Mundry
- Anton van Doornmalen
- Riekie van Doornmalen
The contact person for Förderverein activities is Josef Blienert: josefblienert@web.de
If you would like to make a donation to the Förderverein, you can do so via:
Volksbank Hellweg eG:
IBAN: DE 94 4146 0116 6248 3271 00
, stating ‘gift Sibusiso’.
Five-Year Plan
Focus on collaboration and quality improvement
Currently, the Sibusiso Foundation is preparing the 2026-2030 Strategic Plan. The goal is to strengthen cooperation with local communities and (local) government, improve the quality of service delivery, expand outreach, and ensure long-term sustainability for children and young people with intellectual disabilities.