LLB

Managing Director

Adv. Joel Durugiah is a seasoned forensic, legal, and regulatory leader with more than two decades of experience in criminal investigations, compliance enforcement, and public sector reform. As Managing Director and Co-Founder of Justice and Law Enforcement (JALE) Impact NPC, he provides strategic leadership that bridges law, governance, and innovation to advance justice and institutional transformation.

An admitted Advocate of the High Court of South Africa, Joel brings a deep understanding of legal systems and procedural integrity, critical in driving ethical, accountable, and evidence-based reform. He holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of South Africa (UNISA) and is currently pursuing an MBA in Artificial Intelligence through the Rome Business School, equipping him to integrate emerging technologies into justice systems and organizational strategy.

His unique combination of legal acumen, leadership insight, and AI-driven vision enables him to lead with precision and foresight. Through JALE Impact, Adv. Durugiah champions initiatives that strengthen governance, promote transparency, and foster sustainable community resilience, redefining what effective, compassionate law enforcement looks like in a rapidly changing world.

Global MBA

Director: IMC & Social Performance

Robynn leads JALE’s voice and visibility across Africa and beyond — driving the organisation’s integrated marketing, public engagement, and advocacy efforts. A systems thinker and ethical storyteller, she ensures JALE’s message reflects the realities of the communities it serves and inspires lasting change. Her work bridges brand, data, and justice — turning vision into action and narrative into impact.

MAdmin, PhD

Director : Corporate Services & Governance



Dr Makoba is a values-driven governance leader with a deep understanding of the justice ecosystem. With a public sector career spanning law enforcement, local government, and systems integration, she brings a uniquely holistic lens to JALE’s digital justice initiatives. Her academic grounding enhances the organisation’s commitment to rigorous monitoring, evaluation, and impact measurement, while her lived experience navigating justice systems brings strategic clarity and deep empathy to the work.

Focus Area: Public sector digitisation, access to justice, ethics in tech and data reform.

MSc, CFE, FP(SA), CAMS

Director: Finance, Audit & Risk Management

With decades of experience combating fraud, corruption, and crime across Africa’s public and private sectors, Mr Dey leads with precision, integrity, and a deeply rooted passion for nation-building. His leadership at DBSA, PwC, and KPMG brings institutional credibility, while his field expertise in anti-crime strategies ensures JALE's safety work is grounded in real-world solutions.

Focus Area: Risk governance, community-police trust, anti-corruption frameworks.

Nat. Dip. Pol, BTech: Pol, LLB, MSc. Eng. Bus. Mngt.

Specialist Advisor

Adv. Brigadier (Ret.) Govindsamy Mariemuthoo is a results-driven Specialist Advisor with an exceptional record of leadership and innovation in law enforcement and justice administration. With 39 years of distinguished service in policing, he has built a reputation for operational excellence, ethical leadership, and strategic problem-solving. His extensive background spans criminal investigations, organizational transformation, and inter-agency collaboration, reflecting a lifelong commitment to integrity and justice.

As Specialist Advisor at JALE (Justice and Law Enforcement) Impact, Adv. Brigadier (Ret.) Mariemuthoo applies his deep institutional knowledge to strengthen evidence-based strategies, foster multi-stakeholder collaboration, and drive forward-thinking reforms within South Africa’s justice and law enforcement ecosystem. His work contributes to a safer, more equitable society through informed decision-making and systemic innovation.

He holds a National Diploma in Police Administration, a BTech in Policing, and a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from UNISA, as well as a Master of Science (MS) in Engineering Business Management from the University of Warwick.

Creative Brand Architect

Impact Tank Convenor

Digital Justice & Innovation



As Creative Brand Architect and founder of Rubix, Lynn combines over 25 years of experience across operations, marketing, team leadership and digital infrastructure. She specialises in designing structured digital ecosystems that connect strategy, systems and human experience.

Her work focuses on translating complexity into clear, scalable solutions - shaping platforms, communication environments and user journeys that are both well designed and operationally effective.

Within the Impact Tank, she brings a systems-led perspective to digital justice and innovation, ensuring that technology is aligned with governance, adoption and real-world implementation.

CFE, FP(SA)

Impact Tank Convenor

Community Safety and Law Enforcement Reform

Mr. Ntsako Baloyi is a seasoned and exceptional Forensic Investigator with over 13 years of experience across both the public and private sectors. His expertise spans criminal investigations, fraud detection, and forensic analysis, underpinned by a strong record of integrity and impact. A former Investigating Officer with the South African Police Service (SAPS) – Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (The Hawks), Ntsako has led numerous high-level investigations that strengthened institutional accountability and justice delivery. He currently serves as an Impact Tank Convenor at JALE Impact NPC, leading the Digital Justice and Innovation Impact Tank, which advances ICT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and media-tech advocacy to promote digital integrity and equitable access to justice. Ntsako is also pursuing an MBA in Artificial Intelligence through the Rome Business School, thereby enhancing his ability to bridge forensic science, technology, and social innovation for safer and smarter communities.

LLB, LLM

Impact Tank Convenor

Inclusive Justice, DEI & Human Rights



Vuyokazi Yokwe is a lawyer, researcher, and strategist committed to advancing inclusive justice, equity, and systemic reform. As Convenor of the Inclusive Justice, DEI & Human Rights Impact Tank, she leads initiatives promoting gender equity, racial justice, refugee protection, and the integration of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) principles into governance and institutional practice. Her career spans litigation, legal research, and policy engagement, focusing on marginalized communities and institutional accountability. She holds a Bachelor of Laws - LLB from the University of Fort Hare, is pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Access to Information and Human Rights Litigation at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), and an LLM in Transnational Crimes and International Criminal Law at the University of the Western Cape.

Guided by a vision for a decolonized and emancipated Africa, she bridges law, policy, and social impact.

B.Sc.IT

Impact Tank Convenor

Youth, Education & Advocacy



Katlego Mangena is an award-winning mentor and community builder dedicated to empowering individuals and communities through legal literacy, mentorship, and leadership development.. With a deep passion for education and social impact, he equips youth, children, and community members with the knowledge and tools to navigate challenges, advocate for their rights, and lead with empathy. As the lead of JALE Impact’s Youth, Education, and Advocacy Impact Tank, Katlego drives initiatives that advance education equity, youth mentorship, and refugee youth pathways, fostering inclusion and opportunity in the pursuit of safer, stronger South African communities. His collaboration with global organizations supporting refugee graduates reflects his belief in the power of education to transform lives. Through his leadership, Katlego champions advocacy, resilience, and collective growth, building a generation equipped to shape a just and compassionate society.

BA, BA (Hons), PDM

Impact Tank Convenor

Strategic Partnerships & Policy Influence

Bright Nkanyiso Khumalo is a dedicated Project Manager, Community Development Specialist, and Linguist with a strong background in social development, higher education, and program coordination. He holds a BA in Psychology, a PDM in Public and Development Management, a BA Honours in Social Linguistics, and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in social linguistics. Bright leads JALE Impact’s Strategic Partnerships and Policy Influence Impact Tank, which advances policy co-creation, stakeholder mobilization, and global alliances to strengthen community-led development. His extensive experience with organizations such as goGOGOgo and the Kuyakhanya Project has equipped him to design and implement initiatives that foster empowerment, intergenerational collaboration, and social well-being. Passionate about capacity building and participatory engagement, Bright works to bridge grassroots innovation with institutional reform. His leadership promotes inclusive development and sustainable impact through collaboration, advocacy, and evidence-based policy transformation.

BA, BA (Hons)

Impact Tank Convenor

Healing, Restoration & Community Resilience



Andile Stingi is a passionate changemaker committed to healing communities and restoring harmony between people and the environment. Currently pursuing his master’s degree in social Impact Assessment at the University of Johannesburg, he blends academic depth with practical experience in community development and social policy. As the lead of JALE Impact’s Healing, Restoration, and Community Resilience Impact Tank, Andile spearheads innovative research and education initiatives focused on wellness, restorative justice, and trauma-informed community transformation. His work explores the intersection of wellness and social impact—developing frameworks that address crime and deviant behaviour through holistic wellbeing, empathy, and empowerment. By integrating social, emotional, and environmental wellness strategies, Andile champions transformation that uplifts individuals, strengthens communities, and inspires a culture of accountability, healing, and hope. He believes that lasting change begins with compassion, courage, and collective restoration.