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African Institute of Corporate Citizenship is a non-governmental organization 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 has since operated on a partnership model and has been involved in projects with partner organizations in a number of countries in Africa. These include South Africa, Malawi, Botswana, Lesotho, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The organization is committed to being the centre of excellence in corporate citizenship in Africa and it focuses on the role of business in building sustainable communities. AICC’s approach to corporate citizenship focuses on the extent of governments, private sector and civil society acting collectively, exercise their collective and shared responsibility to drive and hold the forces of economic power accountable to mankind by ensuring that business enterprises create and produce wealth responsibly. One of AICC’s broad objectives it to achieve responsible growth and competitiveness throughout Africa by ensuring that enterprises, as good citizens, change the way they do business in a way which benefits people, the economy and the environment.

Here are some of the things you should know about us

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Our Core Values


The following are core values that will be passionately shared and upheld by AICC's stakeholders:
1. Integrity
2. Hard Work
3. Delligence
4. Wisdom
5. Impatiality
6. Team Spirit

Our Achievements

AICC has left a mark a legacy of policy advocacy around corporate citizenship that is still evident and continues to be active in the work of individuals it has changed through their engagement with its programs, or as a result of actively being involved in the delivery of its programs.

Our Vision

To be a corporate citizenship center of excellence in building resilient communities and sustainable businesses.

Our Mission

To promote and build resilient communities and sustainable businesses through partnership.

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Our Dedicated Team

Meet Our Dedicate Team Members

Chief Executive Officer Driana Lwanda

Driana is an expert in Development Strategic Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation.

Head Of Programmes Henry Mlinde

With over 10 years of experience managing donor funded projects, Mlinde holds a Masters in Development Policy and Practice

Project Manager Joana Khoriyo

Joana is AICC's Resilient and Sustainable Livelihood Transformation Project(RESULT) Manager

Project Manager Rejoice Mlozi Jenda

Rejoice has over 9 years of experience in agribusiness, value chain development, and climate resilience, and holds a Master’s in Project Management while pursuing an MSc in Climate Change and Sustainable Development.

Project Manager Chawezi Banda

With over 10 years of professional experience in project management, value chain development and market access facilitation chawezi brings to a wealth of experience in driving inclusive agribusiness projects that empower rural communities, strengthen livelihoods and fosters sustainable economic growth through innovation and partnership.

Monitoring & Evaluation Manager Chinsinsi Chilimtsidya

Chinsinsi is a Monitoring and Evaluation professional with 6+ years of experience in international development. Skilled in designing M&E systems, analyzing data, and generating insights that improve program impact.

Accountant Paul Chigalu

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.

Communications Officer Jimmy Kazembe

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.

M&E Officer Preston Kalengamaliro

Preston is a results-driven M&E and data analytics professional, committed to translating evidence into meaningful sustainable development impact.

Administrator Ruth Banda

Ruth is AICC Administrator

Communications Intern Chimwemwe Chithyoka

Chimwemwe has a BA in Communication and Cultural Studies with experience working across Malawi on community-led monitoring, Gender equality and community empowerment programmes.

Administration Intern Ivy Chigalu

Ivy is AICC Administrative Intern.

Project Officer Atisha Mtawali

Atisha is the Project Officer for AICC currently working under the RESULT project.

Project Officer Davlin Juma

Davlin is the Project Officer for AICC. He holds a diploma in Public Management.

Project Officer Grace Mbekeani

With over 4 years of experience in development project coordination, planning, and implementation. Grace holds a degree in Business Information Technology.

Project Officer Dyana Mafupa

With over four years of experience in community engagement, data collection and analysis, as well as Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) programming, Dyana holds a First Class Bachelor’s degree in Transformative and Community Development from Mzuzu University.

Project Officer Mariah MZumala

Mariah is a Project Officer with over 5 years of experience across diverse organizations and sectors. Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Agribusiness Management.

Chauffeur Medium Banda

Medium is a certified Chauffeur and has over 15 years of experience as a professional driver.

Driver Jacob Mulima

Jacob is a driver working with AICC. He has over eight years work experience.

Our Board of Directors

Meet the African Institute Of Corporate Citizenship Board of Directors.

Our Partners