Our People

Meet the Team

A board of professionals and a mentorship team rooted in the community — united by a shared belief that education is the great equaliser.

Board of Directors
Zephaniah Omweno

Zephaniah Omweno

Founder & Chair

PhD Researcher in HR Systems Architecture | Educator

Lydiah Nyaisu

Lydiah Nyaisu

Board Member

Communication Strategist | Journalist, Royal Media Services

Movine Moraa (CHRP)

Movine Moraa (CHRP)

Board Member

Business Administration Expert | Administrator, Kenya Judiciary – Milimani Law Courts

Gad Mose

Gad Mose

Board Member

Mechanical Engineer, TATA Automotive

Rose Machuki

Rose Machuki

Board Member

Social Impact & Community Development | Executive Director, Starlet Empowerment Network

Kelvin Ogechi

Kelvin Ogechi

Director, Programmes

Counsellor, Mentor, Psychologist & Child-Protection Champion

Our Volunteers

The mentors, counsellors, and community champions who give their time to run our school visits, outreach, and support programmes on the ground.

Christopher Mogere Bwekeri

Christopher Mogere Bwekeri

Volunteer Mentor

Youth Empowerment & Life Skills

A passionate mentor committed to empowering and inspiring young people to discover their potential and pursue their goals through mentorship, guidance, and community initiatives — building confidence, life skills, and sound decision-making.

Colford Keroro Orwaru

Colford Keroro Orwaru

Volunteer Mentor

Speaker · Educator

A passionate speaker, mentor, and educator with years of experience teaching in Kenyan schools. Colford believes that every child has the potential to conquer the world, regardless of background or circumstances.

Mike Nyakora Omanga

Mike Nyakora Omanga

Volunteer Mentor

Career Pathways · Discipline · Holistic Growth

An educator who serves as a mentor, guiding young people on career pathways, direction, discipline, and holistic growth. Drawing on years of teaching experience in Kenyan schools, he believes every child deserves the guidance to unlock their full potential.

Jeremiah Mokua Onyancha

Jeremiah Mokua Onyancha

Volunteer · Photographer

Storytelling · Career Guidance · Talent

Apart from capturing the best shots, Jeremiah helps young minds take control of their destinies through mentorship, career guidance, and talent development — a passionate youth counsellor and champion of unlocking individual potential against inequality.

Esther Kwamboka Mokua

Esther Kwamboka Mokua

Volunteer

Girl-Child Defender · Community Development

A girl-child defender and community development agent, passionate about building safe spaces for youth and vulnerable children within society.

Rose Kemunto Machuki

Rose Kemunto Machuki

Volunteer

Human Rights Defender · Girls' Empowerment

A girl-child enthusiast and empowerment advocate, and a human rights defender passionate about women and youth empowerment — helping girls and young people reach their potential through education, mentorship, counselling, and career guidance.

In the Field

The Team at Work

The Zeph Omweno Foundation team
The ZOF team during a community outreach visit
Women of the ZOF field team
Our Partners

Organisations We Work With

We collaborate with partners who share our commitment to keeping children in school with dignity.

Zeph Omweno Foundation and Ecobana Limited sign a partnership agreement
Get Involved

Be Part of the Change

Whether you contribute financially or give your time and skills, every act of support transforms lives in Kisii.

Support Financially

Your donation funds uniforms, hygiene support, learning materials, and mentorship for learners who need it most.

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Give Your Time

Join us as a volunteer, mentor, or partner. Your skills and experience can make a lasting difference.

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