Our Staff

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Eberhard Haule

Project Manager for the Rafiki Village Project

Eberhard Haule — known to his friends and colleagues as "Haule" — has been an integral part of the Rafiki Village Project since its founding in 2016. David first met him on the cultural safari that brought him to Dumbeta Ward for the first time. The two have worked together as a team ever since — Haule on the ground in Tanzania, David mostly from the United States.

As Project Manager, Haule oversees all construction projects from planning through completion. He manages the organization's finances in Tanzania and serves as the essential link between the RVP and the contractors, community leaders, and government officials who make its work possible. Haule's English fluency, cultural insights, and creative thinking have been indispensable to the success of the organization.

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Agata Emanuel Niima

Community Engagement Director

Agata Emanuel Niima was born and raised in Hanang District and attended Dumbeta Secondary School, giving her firsthand knowledge of the challenges facing the community she now serves. She went on to attend Ikungi High School, and after receiving her A-level certification, enrolled at the University of Dodoma, where she graduated in 2021, with a Bachelor of Education in Policy Planning and Management.

Agata joined the Rafiki Village Project in April 2024.  As Community Engagement Director, she serves as the principal liaison between the RVP and the community of Dumbeta Ward.  Her daily communication with community members gives the organization valuable insight into how well it is meeting the community's needs. She also serves as the RVP's maintenance manager, regularly inspecting completed projects and flagging issues that require attention, thus helping ensure the long-term success of the organization's work.

Agata is an accomplished public speaker and also works as a professional master of ceremonies. In her spare time, she enjoys singing, dancing, and netball.