TU eMpower Africa

We are students, ressearchers, alumni and friends of the Technical University of Munich (TUM) that translate research into reality.

Our Mission

Fostering sustainable development of rural African communities through productive use of renewable resources under climatically challenging conditions.
Water
Water
Energy
Energy
Food
Food

Ongoing projects

  • Rwanda

    Empowering rural communities in Rwanda through solar-powered irrigation, sustainable agriculture, and local partnerships — creating new opportunities for food security, income, and climate resilience.
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  • Zimbabwe

    In rural Zimbabwe, we empower communities through solar energy, sustainable farming, and entrepreneurship - unlocking year-round agriculture, economic resilience, and brighter futures beyond the grid.
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  • Ghana

    Bringing light to northern Ghana — our project empowers the Namiyela community with solar-powered irrigation, sustainable farming, and women-led development to strengthen food security, resilience, and local livelihoods.
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Do you want to contribute through a donation?

Support us in achieving community empowerment.

You can contribute by depositing into our bank account. We´ll process it, get back to you to confirm the payment and send you a donation receipt.
Name: TU eMpower Africa e.V.
IBAN: DE59 8306 5408 0004 1013 08
BIC: GENODEF1SLR

How we are

We are proud to work in favor of bringing these projects to life and grateful for the opportunity to strive for empowerment together with extraordinary teams, enablers and pioneers of change.

  • Wayne Chinembiri
    Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
  • Svenja Zösmair
    Chief Operating Officer (COO)
  • Florian Ott
    Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • David Sepper
    Funding Manager
  • Malek Ellouz
    Funding Manager
  • Felix Weber
    Head of Public Relations
  • Patricia Schitko
    Site Manager Rwanda
  • Dario Baccalaro
    Site Manager Zimbabwe
  • Maximilien Sorret
    Site Manager Ghana
  • Florentina Focht
    Agroforestry Team Lead
  • Sayontani Chateerji
    Agroforestry Team Lead
  • Michael Mannseicher
    Software Developer
  • Lea Holmhey
    Web Designer

How can I be part of the change?

If you are curious to empower people, we are always looking for some additional support in our different teams and beyond.

Contact Us

Feel free to contact us, and we will be more than happy to answer all of your questions.
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