Empowering Rural Communities Across Africa
Smart Villages Africa: Pioneering Sustainable Development Initiatives
Smart Villages Africa is dedicated to transforming rural communities through health, education, agriculture, and social welfare initiatives, fostering self-sufficiency and sustainable development.
Holistic Development
We adopt a comprehensive strategy that addresses health, education, agriculture, and social welfare to build thriving, sustainable communities.
Our Mission
Creating inclusive,successful and sustainable Village Clusters encompassing growth and development
Our Vision
Transforming poverty into prosperity.
Our Values
We believe in integrity, collaboration, innovation, and respect, guiding our efforts to foster sustainable community development.
Vriddagiri Vasumathi
Chairwoman
Mrs Vriddagiri Vasumathi is a visionary humanitarian and the Founder Chairwoman of Smart Villages Africa. With a background in Commerce and an MBA in HR, Vasumathi is determined to improve the lives of underprivileged communities. She is a passionate advocate for girls’ education and empowering single mothers in society. Her dedication and unwavering commitment to these causes has endeared her to many, who affectionately refer to her as “Ma.” Vasumathi’s tireless efforts demonstrate her deep compassion and strong sense of responsibility towards creating a world where every person has the opportunity to thrive. Through her work, Vasumathi is spearheading a movement towards sustainable development and building a brighter future for communities across Africa.
Jagadheeswaran Krishnan
Vice Chairman
Dr Jagadheeswaran Krishnan ( Ph.D.) , also known as KJ, is the Vice Chairman of Smart Villages Africa. With over 33 years of experience working in industry, KJ is a Mechanical Engineer and holds an MBA degree. He has a strong passion for developing the talent and youth of his country, and through his perseverance, he has become a trusted mentor to many budding managers. KJ has a special interest in empowering intelligent girls who are held back by poverty. His dedication to developing people is unmatched, and he is viewed as a fatherly figure by many of the youth whom he guides and mentors. KJ’s commitment and passion for helping others have made him an invaluable asset to his community.
Mr James Brelsford Gondwe
Board member
Mr. Gondwe is a well-respected elder and an esteemed consultant in the field of Human Resources in Zambia. He holds positions on several company boards and has previously held high-ranking positions such as Board Member of the Zambia Development Agency and National Chairman for the Civil Services Union of Zambia. Mr. Gondwe is known for his passion to support the development of National talent, and he has joined our team to help further this objective.Mr Gondwe provides strategic guidance on the activities of Smart Villages Africa and guidance on cultural aspects.
Mr Venkataraman Balasubramanian
Board Member
Mr. Venkatraman Balasubramanian, a former Finance Director of Kafue Sugars group in Zambia, and is currently with the Astro Holdings group. With vast experience in financial management and accounting, he eagerly joins Smart Villages Africa to provide invaluable inputs and guidance on financial matters. His years of expertise will undoubtedly prove beneficial to the NGO and its endeavors in developing rural areas. His passion for financial management and accounting is evident, and Smart Villages Africa is fortunate to have him onboard. Mr. Balasubramanian’s presence will undoubtedly aid the development of rural Africa, and his financial guidance will undoubtedly be invaluable to the organization.