Governance and compliance

We take governance and accountability seriously. Our structures are designed to protect programme quality, support responsible delivery and give partners confidence.

last updated
May 1th, 2026

Legal status

LEVA Foundation operates as a registered non-profit organisation in South Africa and complies with all relevant statutory and regulatory requirements.

  • Public Benefit Organisation (PBO): 930046308
  • Non-Profit Organisation (NPO): 127-307

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Governance structure

LEVA Foundation is governed by an independent board that provides strategic oversight, fiduciary responsibility and accountability for the organisation's mission, performance and financial integrity.LEVA Foundation Board

  • Cwayita Mdeldele — Chairperson
  • Kurt Heideman — Treasurer
  • Luvuyo Bangazi — Board Member
  • Ryan Le Roux — Chief Executive Officer

LEVA Foundation USA Board

  • Maria Grewar
  • Jean Greyling
  • Ryan Le Roux

LEVA Investments Board

  • Cwayita Mdeldele
  • Ryan Le Roux
  • Andrew Petersen

Leadership and management

LEVA's day-to-day operations are led by a multidisciplinary management team responsible for programme delivery, partnerships, operations and growth across the organisation and its programmes. Individual team profiles are available on programme pages where relevant.

LEVA Investments and BBBEE compliance

LEVA Investments is a registered non-profit company (NPC) with a Level 1 BBBEE rating. Through its shareholding in various companies, LEVA Investments contributes to improving BBBEE ownership scores for investee companies.All profits generated by LEVA Investments are 100% distributed to LEVA Foundation (PBO) in accordance with Broad-Based Ownership Scheme requirements. This structure allows corporate investment to directly support LEVA's youth development programmes while meeting compliance and transformation objectives.

Financial oversight

LEVA applies structured financial controls and oversight processes to ensure responsible stewardship of funds and transparent reporting to partners and funders.Annual budget overview (example)LEVA manages an annual operating budget that supports:

  • Programme delivery and expansion
  • People and operational resources
  • Product development and innovation
  • Bursaries and youth support initiatives

Detailed financial breakdowns are available to funders on request.

Partnerships and accountability

LEVA works with a range of corporate, institutional and implementation partners across its programmes. Partnerships are governed by clear agreements, defined roles and shared accountability to ensure effective delivery and ethical practice.

Ethical practice

LEVA is committed to ethical conduct across all aspects of its work, including safeguarding, data protection, financial integrity and responsible partnership management. Our governance structures are designed to protect learners, staff, partners and communities.

Contact for governance enquiries

For governance, compliance or due diligence enquiries, please contact us at info@levafoundation.org.