About us
OUR ORGANISATION
Inspired by the founder Ronewa Mudzanani who was born with cerebral palsy, Wheels Life Changers provides critical resources to improve the lives of people living with disabilities in South Africa; aiming to make their lives easier by providing for their day-to-day basic needs, that includes Handicap equipments and social support.
Our organization further extends the support to parents and guardians of children living with disabilities, connecting them to vital resources and required support.
Beyond the tangible assistance, our primary mission is to restore hope and create a more inclusive society for these families who may have lost hope. Through our dedicated efforts, we aim to bring positive change and provide a brighter future for those in need.Â
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MEET OUR TEAM
RONEWA MUDZANANI
Founder / CEO
The founder of Wheels Life Changer, he is an international wheelchair tennis player, who is dedicated and passionate about supporting people living with disabilities. Ronewa has been serving the community for years, through motivational speaking, and inspiring others through his commitment and achievements in the realm of wheelchair tennis. In 2021 Ronewa participated in BNP Paribas World team cup in Italy and achieved a Bronze medal.
SHERON SIKHWAI
Operations and Finance
Manager
Passionate about humanitarian work and human rights, Sheron holds an LLB degree from the University of Venda, and she is currently studying towards Master of Human Rights. In 2022-2023 Sheron served as a University of Venda minister of Gender and people living with disability, which strengthened her passion for disability activism and advocacy.
NDIVHALENI SIGAMA
Program and Quality
Manager
Ndivhaleni has over 12 years of diverse Information Technology experience. Working with international organizations and NGOs for years, she shines at maintaining partners and stakeholder’s relationships. For 5 years she served as the Data Focal Person for IOM Southern Africa Region, leading a team based in 7 countries and in 2020 during Covid-19 outbreak, she served as a Data Manager for Northern Cape province, appointed by World Health Organization (WHO).
JOMO
AWELANI
Business Development Manager
With over 9 years of communitybased organisations support experience; Jomo is passionate about humanitarian work and has been involved in a several community support initiatives. His drive to extend his support to those living with disabilities started when he met with Ronewa Mudzanani the founder of Wheels Life Changer and realised the need of people living with disabilities.
DOVHANI
MUDZANANI
Guidance Officer
As a Guidance officer, Dovhani’s primary role is to assess our client’s needs and assist them in planning and accessing the required services. Her desire to support people who are living with disabilities started in 1997 when she gave birth to a child born with Cerebral Palsy. She became a point of reference and hope to many mothers of disabled children, motivating, comforting and teaching them love and acceptance of their children.
MURENDENI
NEMAVHOLA
Logistics & Finance officer
Murendeni served the Department of Health for 2 years, with financial qualifications, she was responsible for Finances and Supply Chain Management. She is passionate about public health research, and she has been volunteering her support services to Community Based Organisations and initiatives from a young age.
FAREEHA AJAM
Health & Fitness Manager
FAREEHA AJAM is a Biokineticist, with BHSc (Hons) Degree from NWU Potchefstroom and over 3 years of practice experience. She loves working with people and very passionate about health and fitness. Over the years she has been trained and accredited by several Health Care partners that includes Discovery Vitality; Old Mutual Rewards; Polmed, Sasolmed and Fedhealth WeightManagement Program.
DAKALO MANDIBA
Logistics Officer
With years of community support experience, as a Logistics Officer Dakalo is responsible for ensuring that the supply chain is efficient and effective throughout their organization. His team organize, store, and monitor the distribution of goods to ensure items and resources are delivered to their appropriate destinations.
TONDANI MALULEKE
Community Officer
Hands-on Community Officer who enthusiastically work with community leaders to form a productive connection with the community and support channel for people who are living with disabilities. She specializes in helping new clients to find suitable aiding equipment’s.