Mathabo Lekeba
2025 Fellow

Focus Areas
Mathabo Lekeba’s mission is to create an inclusive, data-driven ecosystem where citizens, especially youth, women, and grassroots organizations, actively participate in monitoring development efforts, identifying service delivery gaps, and advocating for policy changes.
Lekeba has served as a receptionist and secretary under various organizations. In these roles, she has supported program implementation and community-led monitoring efforts, particularly around SRHR, Civic engagement, HIV, and GBV, often taking initiative in coordinating dialogues with youth from diverse backgrounds.
“As a visionary leader I strive to inspire change by empowering communities to speak up, take ownership of their development, and co-create sustainable solutions that improve lives.”