Why I Started Banzi Catalyst

I set up Banzi Catalyst in 2019, drawing on over 20 years of experience in strategy, project management, and social investment.

My vision for Banzi is grounded in the belief that businesses have the power to positively influence society. By embracing the idea of “building the future together,”we can foster a thriving community.

My mission? To help clients create real social impactthrough strategic advice and project management that brings about meaningful change.

With experience consulting for reputable clients like Murray &Roberts, MultiChoice, AVI and Sasol Limited, I am confident that my expertise, backed by a solid track record, will translate to significant value to your endeavours.

Teressa Malevu_ Founder and Principal Consultant at Banzi Catalyst.

How we work

We prioritize personal attention by limiting our client base to five active assignments per year, which allows us to engage deeply with each project.

Our approach is to utlise a network-based consulting model that enables us to engage a diverse range of skilled professionals, ensuring customized support for each project.

Our Services

Our offerings are organized into practice areas focusing on Strategy & Governance, Research & Evaluation, and Support services.

We always begin by obtaining a clear brief to structure a customized solution tailored to your specific requirements.

Impact Assessment and Programme Evaluation

We provide valuable insights into how effective your social initiatives are. Our reviews help you assess success and make informed adjustments.

Strategy Review

Let’s take a look at your existing strategies together to ensure they align with your corporate values and goals for social investment.

Stakeholder Engagement

Building strong relationships is key! We help you connect with stakeholders to enhance collaboration and boost the effectiveness of your initiatives.

Outsourced Project Management

Our outsourced project management service efficiently handles all aspects of your projects, allowing you to focus on your core business. We manage resource allocation, timelines, and risks to ensure timely and on-budget delivery.

Talent Sourcing

Need skilled professionals? Our network of specialized consultants can help enhance your capacity and effectiveness in social investment initiatives.

What Clients Think

I am pleased to provide a professional reference for Banzi Catalyst, which was commissioned by the Institute for the Healing of Memories (IHOM) to evaluate our Healing of Memories Africa program across eight countries from 2020 to 2022. The Banzi Catalyst team kept us informed and engaged, demonstrating thoroughness and raising insightful questions about our program's structure. Their respectful interactions with our beneficiaries were commendable. The evaluation report highlighted our work's qualitative and quantitative results in a way that resonated with our funders, enabling us to secure essential funding and resources for in-house monitoring and evaluation.We are confident in Banzi Catalyst’s services and the personal involvement of its director, Teressa Malevu. I highly recommend them and would engage their services again.
Alphonse Niyodusenga
Deputy Director at the Institute for Healing of Memories, South Africa
I have known Teressa Malevu since 2011, when she was the CSI Manager at Webber Wentzel Attorneys. She provided essential support to Afrika Tikkun NPC and later involved us in a Mandela Day campaign for AVI Limited. Teressa conducted a Fundraising Trends Analysis for our strategy review in 2017 and has since facilitated our strategic planning sessions twice a year. Her deep understanding of social investment has greatly benefited our organization. I highly recommend Teressa.
Onyinye Nwaneri
Group CEO Afrika Tikkun
I had the pleasure of working with Teressa Malevu during a comprehensive review of our Social Investment programme in 2018, where she conducted a management assessment of our operational structures. Teressa's extensive experience and insights greatly benefited our team, and her analysis led to valuable recommendations. I confidently recommend her as a knowledgeable professional.
Brenda Nkosi-Bakare
Head of Sasol Global Foundation
I confirm that we have worked with Teressa Malevu as a contracted consultant on several occasions, including supporting the “Takuwani Riime” Men’s Movement. She conducted a feasibility review for the Civil Society Forum of the South African National Aids Council (SANAC) in January 2018. Later, as head of a consulting team at Zibula Advisory, she assisted us with a national consultative process involving 12 events across 9 provinces and developed a National Five-Year Strategy for the Men’s Movement, which was presented at the National Men’s Parliament in November 2018. We are confident in her abilities and would gladly engage her services again.
Dr Matome Kganakga
SANAC Men Sector, Deputy Chairperson

Why Choose Banzi Catalyst?

At Banzi, you are more than just a client; we genuinely value your businessand take pride in delivering exceptional results and cultivating strong partnerships.

Let's work together

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