Pius Olanya – Value Champion from Restless Development

Looking back, what’s something special about your team that made your experience unforgettable? What makes my team special is the support we give one another and our willingness  to find solutions to challenges within the department. Everyone is always ready to step  in and help, especially when time is limited.  One moment that stands out …

Sia Nyandemoh – Value Champion from Restless Development

Looking back, what’s something special about your team that made your experience unforgettable? My team’s dedication to empowering and transforming young people is what sets us apart. Together, we are creating something significant rather than merely checking boxes. Everyone felt noticed and appreciated in the dynamic environment produced by the diversity of perspectives, experiences, and …

Sharon Manenji – Value Champion from Restless Development

Looking back, what’s something special about your team that made your experience unforgettable? Looking back, what made the experience truly unforgettable was the way the team welcomed me; they lived out the values we advocate for. I was welcomed with warm smiles and hearts, making it easy for me to gel with the team. What …

Nuria Mshare

Nuria Mshare is a Tanzanian development leader with over 10 years of experience advancing gender equality, youth leadership, girls’ education, economic empowerment, climate justice, and sustainable development across Tanzania and East Africa. She currently serves as Hub Director at Restless Development in Tanzania, where she leads national strategy, resource mobilization, partnerships, and youth-led programming across …

Fortunata Kitokesya

Ms. Fortunata Kitokesya is a Tanzanian lawyer and seasoned governance and human rights expert with over 15 years of senior-level experience in access to justice, democratic governance, and legal empowerment. She has held key positions including Program Management Specialist for Governance and Democracy at USAID Tanzania, Legal Advisor for Access to Justice at GIZ, and …

Justice Rutenge

Justice Rutenge is the Founder and Managing Consultant at iDev Consulting, where he advises national NGOs, donor agencies, multilateral organizations, philanthropies, and corporates on impact and sustainability. He has over 16 years of experience spanning results measurement, program and strategy design, strategic communication, and resource development across governance, inclusion, and private sector development domains, among …

Joyce Mfikwa

Joyce Mfikwa is an Associate Certified Public Accountant (ACPA 6778) with over seven years of experience in finance, audit, and compliance. She has worked as both an internal and external auditor, as well as in accounting and financial management roles, bringing a well-rounded perspective on financial systems, accountability, and regulatory compliance. Her experience spans across the private sector, government, and …

Joseph Brighton Malekela

Joseph Brighton Malekela (30), born and raised in Njombe – Tanzania, has over 10 years of experience in advocating for youth engagement policies indecision-making, peace, security, and development processes. Currently, Joseph is a member of Youth Sounding Board of European Union inTanzania, and serves as Executive Director of The African Leadership Initiatives for Impact (ALII), …

Lillian Secelela Madeje

Lillian Secelela Madeje, is an entrepreneur and systems-builder working to strengthen workforce and employment systems across Africa. She is the Founder of the Niajiri Platform, a technology-enabled workforce infrastructure designed to address structural gaps in hiring for enterprises in Africa, while expanding access to dignified work, skills development, and economic opportunity for Africa’s growing youth …

Rahma Suleiman

Rahma Suleiman is a dynamic young leader driving youth-led development, governance, and innovation across Africa. She recently served her first term on the Board of Directors of Restless Development Tanzania, where she provided strategic oversight to advance sustainable development and strengthen youth-led accountability initiatives. Her journey with Restless Development reflects a deep commitment to youth …