About Us
Clive Klugman
My name is Clive Klugman.
I was born in Zimbabwe and started primary school in Hwange before my family moved to Bulawayo in the late 1960's where I completed primary school and high school.
I went on to complete a Bachelor of Science at the University in Cape Town. After a few jobs in South Africa and Zimbabwe, I left to seek my fortune. A few years later, after travelling overland through Africa, Europe and Asia, I arrived in Australia.
40 years later, with 4 children and a loving wife, I retired from my business and decided to give something back to the country of my birth. We had had a very privileged upbringing and education in Zimbabwe, and I felt I owed something to the people in the country of my birth.
After numerous visits to the area, I decided that I could donate a combination of both money and time. In early 2024 I spent a couple of months in Makthula, completing several projects as well as spending time sharing my knowledge. I am by no means an expert in anything, I can however teach the basics of Chess, Backgamon and computers.
I return to the area every couple of years, to ensure that the donations are being used as I intended, the children have free access to the games I donated, the buildings are fit for purpose, and most importantly, determining the next priorities.
I work closely with Shorty, as well as a team of people who have helped with my vision. I personally fund these people.
Shorty Vundla
Shorty Vundla, began working for my parents in Bulawayo, when Shorty and I were both 12 years old. We are now 65, making our relationship about 53 years.
Shorty was born in Mathula and lives very near the school.
We have maintained continuous contact and I trust him with my life. Shorty is the recipient of all my donations, and ensures that the money is used for its intended purpose. He watches the spend of the money as if it was his.
He "project manages" all projects and reports back to me daily. I get photo and video updates regularly. This will improve now that Mathula has internet.
This is our shared vision and he is happy and priveledged to be a part of it.
Samson
Samson Maphoro Fitshane Moyo was born in Makhaza. At 12 years old he walked with no money, food or shoes to Johannesburg (1000km) to look for work. There, he met my paternal grandparents, who employed him as a gardener over 60 years ago.
Under the expert tutelage of my grandmother he learnt to cook and in 1965 moved to Hwange to work for my parents. He remained a part of the family until he died.
Samson was like a second father to me. He woke me for school every day, made me breakfast, school lunch and then dinner. He provided me advice about girls, drinking, smoking and life in general.
Samson was the most gentle, kind, loving person. I dedicate all this work I am doing for his community to him.
Rest in Peace my friend.