MEET THE TEAM

All Out Africa employs a network of over 40 field and office staff in more than 4 countries. Together we work as a team, to ensure the success of the project, as well as the enjoyment and fulfillment of the volunteer.

The Team listed below highlight some of the core areas of this network but do not in any way account for all the others who work so hard to make the success of our projects possible.

Kim Roques
Founder & Director

Kim Roques

Kim is the Founder and Director of All Out Africa. He grew up in rural Eswatini and attained his MSc in Conservation & Ecology. Before starting All Out Africa in 2004 he spent 7 years working on various conservation and community development programs in Eswatini. Kim’s professional interest is in developing sustainable entreprenurial solutions for conservation and community development in Africa. His personal interests include his family, sport, wildlife, travel and people.

Roland Thorne
Director of Tours and Expeditions

Roland Thorne

Roland is our Director of Tours and Expeditions, based in our Tours Department office in Malkerns, Eswatini. Rols is an environmental tourism practitioner from Eswatini with interests in responsible travel, tours and expeditions, community development, conservation, program management and entrepreneurial development.

Projects Head Office | Eswatini

Tiphiwe Vilakati
Finance and Administration Coordinator

Tiphiwe Vilakati

Tiphiwe holds a Diploma In Call Centre Management and Interpersonal and currently pursuing an Advanced Diploma in Business Management at Mananga Centre. She has just joined the All Out Africa Team and is excited to understand and appreciate the culture of different people from different countries.
Simise Masilela
Marketing Coordinator and Team Leader

Simise Masilela

Simise is a true jack of all trades. He joined us as a local intern where he excelled in photography. He was so impressive in his work ethic and passion for what we do at AOA that we just couldn‘t say goodbye. Now Simise works as our marketing coordinator and Team leader for all incoming volunteers when he isn’t behind the lens.
Bookings and Grants Coordinator

Benjamin Hotchner

Benjamin is passionate about building connections between cultures and people in order to create a more international world. After spending his formative years in Uganda and Tanzania, and attending university at the College of William and Mary in the US, He is currently doing a Master’s degree in Human Rights in La Plata, Argentina. Aside from that, he enjoys running, chess, backpacking, and languages.
Eunice Nkambule
NCP and Sponsorship Coordinator

Eunice Nkambule

Eunice works for All Out Africa as the NCP (Neighbourhood Care Point) Coordinator in Ezulwini, Eswatini and provides invaluable support as well as lots of laughs with her outgoing personality in the office and out in the field with the volunteers.

Michael Mkhonta
Building and Sports Development Coordinator

Michael Mkhonta

Michael is originally from Mbabane, Eswatini and works in Eswatini as the Building Coordinator. He has 15 years of building experience in the private sector. He enjoys working with volunteers because after guiding a team in local building methods, they work passionately to finish the project. Michael also serves as the Siswati teacher for interested volunteers and backpackers. He has been with All Out Africa since 2009.

Bandile Dlamini
Sports Development Assistant Coordinator

Bandile Dlamini

Bandile Dlamini also known as Mzo from Lobamba in Eswatini. I am passionate about sports and through my developing years, I have been fortunated enough to be introduced to different sports activities. I joined All Out Africa as a local sports development volunteer and late in October 2022, I officially became part of the team as a Sports Development assistant coordinator. The best thing about my job is meeting new volunteers from all over the world and working together to change a child’s life.

Nokuthula Ndlovu
Assistant Administrator

Nokuthula Ndlovu

Starting as a local intern right after university, Nokuthula’s journey with us has been nothing short of inspiring. Now, she shines as our Assistant Administrator, bringing dedication and fresh perspectives to everything she does. Her growth story embodies our spirit of fostering talent and making a difference.

Xolile Dlamini
Office Assistant

Xolile Dlamini

Xolile works for All Out Africa as the head office cleaner in Ezulwini, Eswatini and provides invaluable support as well as lots of laughs with her bubbly personality in the office. She‘s recently picked up the nickname "Dorothy", but no matter what we’re calling her, she’s our ray of sunshine with the best giggle to match.

Tours Team | Eswatini

Lindo Motsa
Travel Consultant

Lindo Motsa

Lindo is our new travel consultant at All Out Africa Adventure Tours and was recruited after successfully completing a 7 month internship with us. Lindo has an Associate Degree in Tourism from Limkokwing University in Swaziland. She has a keen interest in travel and is looking forward to learning more as she helps others with their bookings and travel plans. Lindo dreams of running her own travel agency one day.
Nana Shili
Finance & Administration Coordinator

Nana Shili

Nana has a BTec in Tourism Management, a Certificate in Front Office from Tshwane University of Technology and is currently working towards a degree in Business Administration. Nana is passionate about traveling, loves meeting new people and is a lively member of the Tours team! She joined the All Out Africa Tours team in November of 2014 and has developed good relationships with our suppliers and partners ensuring the successful running of ours scheduled tours. Nana’s main responsibility is our financial procedures and record keeping - watch out Tours team if your reconciliations are incomplete, Nana will be in touch!
Bob Motsa
Lead Guide for Tours and Expeditions

Bob Motsa

Bob is a well-loved and respected tourism practitioner from Eswatini, and the lead Tour Guide for All Out Africa. His interests include backpacker travel, tours and expeditions, wildlife guiding, cultural guiding and community development. His relaxed nature puts volunteers at ease, his knowledge of wildlife and cultural facts ensures that volunteers get the most out of their tours and his patience allows for everything to run smoothly.

Adriaan Begemann
Kruger/Komatipoort Operations Manager

Adriaan Begemann

Adriaan joined us in 2018 and has been developing our Kruger Operations as well as our Kruger Safaris. Adriaan has a number of qualifications relating to wildlife, conservation, and hospitality making him an asset to the team. He is Afrikaans, from a close family Adriaan and is a very friendly guy – with a lovely dog aptly named Kruger! Adriaan is a keen photographer and enjoys capturing those special once in a lifetime moments in Kruger and beyond. Check out our Instagram page to see examples of his shots.

Lidwala Backpackers Lodge Team | Eswatini

Sibongile Mwane
Lidwala Lodge Manager

Sibongile Mwane

Meet Sibongile (Sibo), our exceptional Lodge Manager, whose kind and genuine nature creates a warm and inviting environment at Lidwala Lodge. With her helpful and friendly demeanor, Sibo ensures that every guest‘s stay is nothing short of amazing. Going above and beyond the call of duty is second nature to her as she tirelessly works to exceed expectations. Sibo’s dedication to guest satisfaction and her unwavering commitment to creating memorable experiences make her an invaluable leader at Lidwala Lodge.

Anele Zethu Tsabedze
Lidwala Lodge Assistant Manager

Anele Zethu Tsabedze

Zethu Tsabedze also known as Anele! Anele is passionate about traveling, loves meeting new people and is a lively member of the Lidwala Lodge team. Her primary goal is to give guests the best experience possible.

Ncobile Mgabhi
Lidwala Lodge Support Staff

Ncobile Mgabhi

Ncobile is arguably Lidwala’s friendliest face and has been with the team through highs and lows over the years. She will make sure that everything is spick and span for guests arrival and leaves her personal touch on all that she does.

Phiwi Gama
Bookings and Front Desk Officer

Phiwi Gama

Introducing Phiwi, Lidwala Lodge’s delightful receptionist, who adds a touch of warmth and efficiency to the lodge experience. With a cheerful disposition and a welcoming smile, Phiwi brightens the day of guests that walk through our doors. Known for her organizational skills and attention to detail, she ensures seamless check-ins and assists guests with their inquiries. Phiwi’s friendly nature and dedication to providing excellent service make her a valued member of our reception team.

General Motsa
Lidwala Lodge Support Staff

General Motsa

General forms part of the gardening team at Lidwala Lodge and is the one who skips to his own drum. Always smiling and upbeat, nothing seems to bother him.

Savannah Research Centre Team | Eswatini

Mduduzi Ngwenya
Assistant Swaziland Conservation Coordinator

Mduduzi Ngwenya

Mdu as we all know him is All Out Africa’s local Assistant Savannah Conservation Coordinator and he has been out at the Mbuluzi Game Reserve where our research centre is based, since almost the beginning of it all! He is our tracker extraordinaire and conducted vast amounts trapping research on small rodents, birds and bats, collating invaluable data for the centre.

Phumlile Mabuza
SRC Research Manager

Phumlile Mabuza

My name is Simelane Phumlile from Nhlangano. I am currently working for the Savannah Research Center as an assistant coordinator. My interests are in ecology, wildlife and conservation. I hold a degree In Science (Biology and Chemistry), and a Master’s degree in Ecology and Conservation.

South Africa Team

Greg Story
Project Coordinator

Greg Story

Greg grew up in Hout Bay & has a deep knowledge of the area and a long history connected to the communities. His passion for creating exceptional guest experiences is evident in every aspect of his work. His attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills allow him to anticipate and exceed guest expectations. With his extensive knowledge in hospitality, he understands the importance of seamless operations and ensuring every guest feels valued and cared for. His background in managing a small business further enhances his ability to handle diverse queries with efficiency and professionalism. Greg’s dedication to delivering unforgettable experiences will be evident during your stay with us
Aphiwe
Housekeeper

Aphiwe

Aphiwe studied hospitality and tourism at the College of Cape Town. She began her internship at Hout Bay Backpackers in 2021 and has been with us ever since! She assists in reception and works as a housekeeper, keeping the lodge beautifully clean. She is always friendly and around to help our guests.
Ruth
Housekeeper

Ruth

Ruth has been with us since 2011. She is an excellent housekeeper and is always working hard to make sure the lodge is sparkling and clean. She has kind heart and warm personality and is always willing to go the extra mile for our guests.

Mozambique Team

Jennifer Keeping
Marine Research Director

Jennifer Keeping

Jennifer has been working with the All Out Africa Marine Research Centre since 2017 when she started her Master’s project concerning the stingray species of Mozambique. Jen has since become a SCUBA diving instructor, published in several scientific journals and is onto her PhD research with the University of Glasgow. Jen oversees the running of all the marine projects for All Out Africa whilst spearheading her own stingray-based research. Jen loves to demonstrate all the various research techniques used in all the projects and give lively, engaging presentations about all the incredible wildlife Mozambique has to offer. Although nowadays it is rare to see Jen out of the water, she also loves to run and used to compete in Ironman triathlon and ultra marathons.
Jule Buschmann
Marine Research Coordinator

Jule Buschmann

Jule holds a Master’s degree in Marine Science & Climate Change from the University of Gibraltar. She initially started her career in the financial sector but was drawn to marine research and conservation by her passion for scuba diving and manta rays. Jule joined the All Out Africa team as the Marine Research Coordinator in Tofo, Mozambique in 2024 and is excited to educate volunteers about the ocean and its inhabitants while conducting valuable research on various marine species and ecosystems.