About Us

Established in 2008, Siyavuna Development Centre (SDC) is a registered Non-Profit Organisation based in Ramsgate, on the South Coast of Kwa-Zulu Natal, South Africa.
Since its inception Siyavuna has trained and mentored over 2000 farmers in growing pesticide-free, naturally-grown vegetables for farmer’s own consumption and trading the surplus for income generation.
We have a shop at Sebenza Village where we sell our farmer’s vegetables under the Kumnandi brand.
The organisation is currently employs 15 staff members, and is managed by Socio-Environmental Director, Sonja Pithey and governed by a representative Board, Chair by local community development practitioner Mr Temba Zondi.

Our Vision
Our Mission
"Enabled, Sustainable Rural Farmers"
Company Objectives

Meet Our Team


Pearl Mqadi
Enterprise Development Manager

Liezel Dudley
Finance & Support Manager

Oxolo Mofokeng
Deputy Director

Nhlaka Nxumalo
Mentor/ Demo/ Fleet

Sandile Mgedezi
Skills Development Manager

Nhlanhla Cele
Enterprise Coordinator

Angel Nkeletseng Leshota
Admin/ PA/ Shop Manager
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Current Projects
