Team

Our people

Wakamoso is led by a team of seasoned professionals dedicated to unlocking human potential through data-driven solutions.

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Melani Prinsloo

Founder & CEO

Founder and CEO of CDI, Melani is a pioneer in data democratisation and has over 20 years of experience in community-based data solutions. Her work has shaped the foundation of Wakamoso.

Rashika Paradath

Growth Expert

With expertise in social innovation, Rashika focuses on developing solutions that foster inclusive growth.

Shamima Vawda

Senior Evaluator

Shamima brings a wealth of experience in community development, specialising in stakeholder engagement and impact measurement.

Michael Matthews

CTO

Michael is the CTO, leading the development and deployment of Wakamoso’s technical infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration with partners and platforms.

Rishina Ramphal

COO

As the COO, Rishina oversees the operational efficiency of Wakamoso, ensuring that our systems deliver on their promise of accessibility and empowerment.

implementing partners

In South Africa, Wakamoso partners with the Centre for Democratising Information (CDI), a not-for-profit organisation founded by Melani Prinsloo. CDI is our strategic partner for rolling out Wakamoso locally, leveraging years of research into community data and impact solutions.

Internationally, Wakamoso aims to collaborate with local organisations in other countries, tailoring the platform to meet specific community needs while adhering to ethical data collection standards. Through these partnerships, we aim to scale Wakamoso across borders, enriching the platform with diverse data sets and insights.

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