Tebello is a Gender Specialist and Researcher, with interest in social policy development. She holds a Masters degree in Gender Studies and has over 12 years’ experience working with the Government of Lesotho and civil society organizations. She is based in Johannesburg, South Africa where she works with the Graca Machel Trust in their economic advancement program for African women. She coordinates networks of women in business, academia, and agribusiness across ten countries. Tebello is a seasoned grant and project manager with experience in policy development, strategy, research and network building. Her research interests are in social policy, African feminism and women’s empowerment. She explores emerging change in these areas, particularly for Basotho women. Upon her return from the Fellowship, Tebello intends to focus on launching her online research and information hub in Lesotho. Outside of her professional life, Tebello is an aspiring writer and a regular contributor to a leading women’s magazine in Lesotho.
