About AICC Africa
The African Institute of Corporate Citizenship — building resilient communities and sustainable businesses through partnership since 2001.
African Institute of Corporate Citizenship
The African Institute of Corporate Citizenship (AICC Africa) is a non-governmental organisation whose main mandate is to promote the role of business in development. It was established in 2001 in South Africa and the Malawi office was opened in 2005.
AICC Africa operates on a partnership model and has been involved in projects across South Africa, Malawi, Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Zambia and Zimbabwe — promoting sustainable development, corporate citizenship, and community resilience across the continent.
Get In TouchVision, Mission & Values
Our Vision
To be a corporate citizenship centre of excellence in building resilient communities and sustainable businesses.
Our Mission
To promote and build resilient communities and sustainable businesses through partnership.
Our Core Values
Integrity
Upholding honesty and strong moral principles in all our work and partnerships.
Hard Work
Committed to giving our full effort to every programme and community we serve.
Diligence
Careful, persistent effort in delivering quality results for our beneficiaries.
Wisdom
Drawing on experience and knowledge to make sound decisions for lasting impact.
Impartiality
Treating all stakeholders fairly and without bias or favouritism.
Team Spirit
Collaborating across teams, partners, and communities to achieve shared goals.
Our Dedicated Team
Driana Lwanda
Chief Executive Officer
Driana is an expert in Development Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation.
Henry Mlinde
Head of Programmes
With over 10 years of experience managing donor funded projects, Mlinde holds a Masters in Development Policy and Practice.
Joana Khoriyo
Project Manager
Joana is AICC's Resilient and Sustainable Livelihood Transformation Project (RESULT) Manager.
Rejoice Mlozi Jenda
Project Manager
Over 9 years of experience in agribusiness, value chain development, and climate resilience. Holds a Master's in Project Management.
Chawezi Banda
Project Manager
Over 10 years of experience in project management, value chain development and market access facilitation.
Chinsinsi Chilimtsidya
M&E Manager
M&E professional with 6+ years in international development. Skilled in designing M&E systems and generating insights that improve program impact.
Paul Chigalu
Finance Manager
Holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Audit, and Information Systems. Drives financial efficiency and transparency at AICC.
Ruth Banda
Administration & HR Manager
Ruth is AICC's Administrator, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations across the organisation.
Jimmy Kazembe
Communications Officer
Communications professional with 4+ years shaping narratives for development impact. Passionate about telling stories that connect communities.
Preston Kalengamaliro
M&E Officer
Results-driven M&E and data analytics professional, committed to translating evidence into meaningful sustainable development impact.
Chimwemwe Chithyoka
Communications Intern
BA in Communication and Cultural Studies with experience in community-led monitoring, gender equality and community empowerment programmes across Malawi.
Rhudo Phiri
Finance Officer
Rhudo Phiri is a Finance Officer with three years of professional experience in financial management and administration.
Ivy Chigalu
Administration Intern
Ivy is AICC's Administrative Intern, supporting the smooth running of office operations and administrative processes.
Atisha Mtawali
Project Officer
Atisha is the Project Officer for AICC, currently working under the RESULT project.
Davlin Juma
Project Officer
Davlin is a Project Officer at AICC. He holds a diploma in Public Management.
Grace Mbekeani
Project Officer
Over 4 years in development project coordination, planning, and implementation. Grace holds a degree in Business Information Technology.
Dyana Mafupa
Project Officer
Over four years in community engagement, data collection and WASH programming. Holds a First Class Bachelor's from Mzuzu University.
Mariah Mzumala
Project Officer
Over 5 years of experience across diverse organisations. Holds a Bachelor's Degree in Agribusiness Management.
Medium Banda
Chauffeur
Certified Chauffeur with over 15 years of experience as a professional driver.
Jacob Mulima
Driver
Jacob is a driver working with AICC. He has over eight years of work experience.

Driana Lwanda
Chief Executive Officer
Driana is an expert in Development Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation. As CEO of AICC Africa, she leads the organisation's strategic direction and partnership development, overseeing the delivery of programmes across Malawi and the African continent. She has championed AICC's growth into a leading corporate citizenship institution, building multi-stakeholder platforms that connect government, the private sector, and communities to drive sustainable development outcomes.
Henry Mlinde
Head of Programmes
With over 10 years of experience managing donor-funded projects, Henry Mlinde holds a Masters in Development Policy and Practice. As Head of Programmes at AICC Africa, he oversees the design, implementation, and quality assurance of all programme activities, ensuring alignment with organisational strategy and donor requirements across multiple value chains and thematic areas.

Joana Khoriyo
Project Manager
Joana is AICC's Resilient and Sustainable Livelihood Transformation Project (RESULT) Manager, responsible for the overall coordination and delivery of this food systems programme targeting women, youth, and vulnerable groups in the rice value chain across Malawi.

Rejoice Mlozi Jenda
Project Manager
Rejoice has over 9 years of experience in agribusiness, value chain development, and climate resilience. She holds a Master's in Project Management and is pursuing an MSc in Climate Change and Sustainable Development, bringing a strong technical foundation to her work managing complex agricultural development programmes at AICC Africa.

Chawezi Banda
Project Manager
With over 10 years of professional experience in project management, value chain development and market access facilitation, Chawezi brings a wealth of experience in driving inclusive agribusiness projects that empower rural communities, strengthen livelihoods, and foster sustainable economic growth through innovation and partnership.
Chinsinsi Chilimtsidya
Monitoring & Evaluation Manager
Chinsinsi is a Monitoring and Evaluation professional with 6+ years of experience in international development. Skilled in designing M&E systems, analysing data, and generating insights that improve program impact across AICC Africa's diverse portfolio of programmes.

Paul Chigalu
Finance Manager
Paul holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Audit, and Information Systems. His professional approach and analytical mindset make him a valuable asset in driving financial efficiency and transparency across AICC Africa's programme operations and donor reporting requirements.

Jimmy Kazembe
Communications Officer
Jimmy is a Communications professional with 4+ years of experience shaping narratives for development impact. Passionate about telling stories that connect communities, partners, and purpose. He manages AICC Africa's communications strategy, digital presence, and stakeholder engagement.
Preston Kalengamaliro
M&E Officer
Preston is a results-driven M&E and data analytics professional, committed to translating evidence into meaningful sustainable development impact. He supports the design and implementation of monitoring frameworks across AICC Africa's programme portfolio.

Ruth Banda
Administrator
Ruth is AICC Africa's Administrator, ensuring the smooth day-to-day operations of the organisation. She manages office administration, logistics, and provides essential support across all teams and programme areas.

Rhudo Phiri
Finance Officer
Rhudo Phiri is a Finance Officer with four years of professional experience in financial management and administration. She has experience in financial reporting, budgeting, expenditure tracking, reconciliations, and supporting effective financial controls. Rhudo is detail-oriented and committed to maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with organisational financial policies and procedures.

Chimwemwe Chithyoka
Communications Intern
Chimwemwe has a BA in Communication and Cultural Studies with experience working across Malawi on community-led monitoring, gender equality, and community empowerment programmes. She supports AICC Africa's communications team in content creation and stakeholder engagement.

Ivy Chigalu
Administration Intern
Ivy is AICC Africa's Administrative Intern, providing vital support in day-to-day office management, document handling, and administrative coordination across the organisation's operations.

Atisha Mtawali
Project Officer
Atisha is the Project Officer for AICC Africa, currently working under the RESULT (Resilient and Sustainable Livelihood Transformation) project, supporting field implementation and community engagement activities.

Davlin Juma
Project Officer
Davlin is a Project Officer at AICC Africa. He holds a diploma in Public Management and contributes to programme delivery, field coordination, and community engagement activities across AICC's project areas.

Grace Mbekeani
Project Officer
With over 4 years of experience in development project coordination, planning, and implementation, Grace holds a degree in Business Information Technology. She applies her technical and organisational skills to support effective programme delivery at AICC Africa.

Dyana Mafupa
Project Officer
With over four years of experience in community engagement, data collection and analysis, and WASH programming, Dyana holds a First Class Bachelor's degree in Transformative and Community Development from Mzuzu University. She brings deep field experience to AICC Africa's project implementation.

Mariah Mzumala
Project Officer
Mariah is a Project Officer with over 5 years of experience across diverse organisations and sectors. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Agribusiness Management and contributes to AICC Africa's agricultural and livelihoods programming.

Medium Banda
Chauffeur
Medium is a certified Chauffeur with over 15 years of experience as a professional driver. He ensures safe and reliable transportation for the AICC Africa team across programme areas throughout Malawi.

Jacob Mulima
Driver
Jacob is a driver working with AICC Africa. He has over eight years of work experience and plays an important role in supporting field operations and team logistics across AICC's programme districts.