Mayani Musumali
Lecturer
🏛️ Faculty of Governance, Citizenship and International Studies
Mayani Musumali is the Executive Director of the Centre for Peacebuilding and Transformative Leadership. She is a dedicated …
Bio
Mayani Musumali is the Executive Director of the Centre for Peacebuilding and Transformative Leadership. She is a dedicated development and peacebuilding practitioner with over ten years of progressive experience in the non-profit sector, working to advance peace, social justice, and human development across communities.
She holds a Master of Science in Peace, Leadership and Conflict Resolution from the University of Zambia (UNZA), a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Citizen University, and a Certificate in Psychosocial Counselling from PEAK College.
Mayani has built strong expertise in program management, capacity building, advocacy, and conflict management. Through her work, she has supported initiatives that promote inclusive dialogue, strengthen institutional capacity, and encourage peaceful conflict transformation at both community and national levels. Her leadership is defined by integrity, inclusivity, and a strong commitment to empowering others. With a strategic and forward-looking approach, Mayani continues to contribute to shaping dialogue, strengthening institutions, and advancing sustainable peace.
Mayani Musumali is the Executive Director of the Centre for Peacebuilding and Transformative Leadership. She is a dedicated development and peacebuilding practitioner with over ten years of progressive experience in the non-profit sector, working to advance peace, social justice, and human development across communities.
She holds a Master of Science in Peace, Leadership and Conflict Resolution from the University of Zambia (UNZA), a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Citizen University, and a Certificate in Psychosocial Counselling from PEAK College.
Mayani has built strong expertise in program management, capacity building, advocacy, and conflict management. Through her work, she has supported initiatives that promote inclusive dialogue, strengthen institutional capacity, and encourage peaceful conflict transformation at both community and national levels. Her leadership is defined by integrity, inclusivity, and a strong commitment to empowering others. With a strategic and forward-looking approach, Mayani continues to contribute to shaping dialogue, strengthening institutions, and advancing sustainable peace.
Qualifications
Master of Science in Peace, Leadership and Conflict Resolution
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work
Psychosocial Counselling
Master of Science in Peace, Leadership and Conflict Resolution
Bachelor’s degree in Social Work
Psychosocial Counselling
Interests
Peacebuilding and Conflict Transformation
Transformative Leadership and Governance
Community Dialogue and Mediation.
Peacebuilding and Conflict Transformation
Transformative Leadership and Governance
Community Dialogue and Mediation.
Sydney Mupeta
Honorary Dean
🏛️ Faculty of Governance, Citizenship and International Studies
Sydney Mupeta | Governance Expert, Researcher & Consultant
Bridging the gap between academic theory and transformative pu…
Bio
Sydney Mupeta | Governance Expert, Researcher & Consultant
Bridging the gap between academic theory and transformative public policy, Sydney Mupeta is a leading voice in Governance and Development. Currently a PhD candidate at the University of the Western Cape, Sydney’s work focuses on the vital intersections of consensus democracy, youth political engagement, and global citizenship.
With a Master of Education in Civic Education from the University of Zambia and a robust portfolio of peer-reviewed research, Sydney doesn't just study systems, he helps shape them. He has served as a strategic consultant for premier international organizations, including UNESCO, Oxfam, and Plan International, delivering actionable insights across the Southern African region. As a member of the Zambia Election Research Network, he remains at the forefront of democratic evolution and civic empowerment.
Sydney Mupeta | Governance Expert, Researcher & Consultant
Bridging the gap between academic theory and transformative public policy, Sydney Mupeta is a leading voice in Governance and Development. Currently a PhD candidate at the University of the Western Cape, Sydney’s work focuses on the vital intersections of consensus democracy, youth political engagement, and global citizenship.
With a Master of Education in Civic Education from the University of Zambia and a robust portfolio of peer-reviewed research, Sydney doesn't just study systems, he helps shape them. He has served as a strategic consultant for premier international organizations, including UNESCO, Oxfam, and Plan International, delivering actionable insights across the Southern African region. As a member of the Zambia Election Research Network, he remains at the forefront of democratic evolution and civic empowerment.
Qualifications
PhD Research Fellow - University of Western Cape
Master of Education - Civic Education
Bachelor of Arts with Civic Education
PhD Research Fellow - University of Western Cape
Master of Education - Civic Education
Bachelor of Arts with Civic Education
Interests
Governance; Development; Participation & Global Citizenship
Governance; Development; Participation & Global Citizenship
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