Our Team

Behind every initiative of Spring Communities is a team of changemakers devoted to building stronger, resilient, and hopeful communities.

Hugues H. Ruremesha

Founder & Executive Director

Over 9 years of dedicated experience in community development to his role as the Founder and Executive Director of Spring Communities, a non-profit organization committed to fostering community resilience.

Ndacayisaba C. Epitace

Communications manager

He is much more oriented towards portraying communities’ stories through images to support, protect and defend the fundamental rights of children and young people using organizational

Alice Kankindi

Field manager

Passionated and committed to promoting women's leadership since 2016. She served as Vice Legal Representative for the Association for the Promotion of Burundian Girls

Ndanga R. Juvency

Operation Manager

He is responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating and controlling all activities in support of relationships with existing stakeholders, volunteers and staff so that objectives are achieved on time, in full, with care and at an acceptable cost in the short and medium term.

Igiraneza J. Claude

Coommunication Assistant

He plays a crucial role in IT and technical matters. With expertise spanning IT, graphic design, videography, photography, and various maintenance tasks within Spring Communities, Igiraneza brings a diverse skill set to the table

Ihabwiteka C. Ellenita

Executive Assistant

She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Management and Administration from the Université Lumière de Bujumbura, which has given her a solid knowledge base in business management

Kagwiza D. Elsa

Gender Equality and inclusion Project manager

A project manager specialized in gender equality and inclusion, plays a crucial role within SPRING COMMUNITIES by enhancing women’s socio-economic leadership

Oswald Ndacayisaba

Empowering Youth together, Project Manager

He holds a Master’s degree in Socio-Anthropology, following his studies in Clinical and Social Psychology as well as Philosophy.

Hervé Burakeye

Finances & Human Resources Manager

A member of the staff since 2020. Inspired from a young age by the industrial society in which he grew up, he has always aspired to become a business manager

Espérance Ndayikunda

Executive Assistant

Having received training in entrepreneurship (vicoba) and PEAS. I have worked as an investigator for FAWE BURUNDI and OCHA Burundi

Patrick Nkurunziza

Director of the Artistic Center

I was a facilitator of work camps and training at Centre Jeunes Kamenge but also i was giving english lessons. I worked as a volunteer in a Community Radio Station as a journalist reporter and broadcast host

Hashimwiyaturagiye Arclaine

Head Of Hub Innovation

She empowers youth through plastic waste recycling and innovation, driving environmental sustainability and entrepreneurship.

Ange A. Ingabire

Field Manager, Bakure Neza Project

She has a dedicated and passionate background in administrative support and humanitarian coordination, driven by a commitment to education, gender equality, and youth empowerment

Guy F. Niyonkuru

Executive Assistant

He supports executive leadership through high-level coordination, operational planning, and stakeholder engagement

Espoir Kulondwa

Videographer

AKA Dacreator is a passionate filmmaker dedicated to creating magic through visuals and sound.

Marie R. Ingabire

Finance Assistant

She is a passionate advocate for gender equality and women’s rights, dedicated to fostering inclusion and empowerment through her work at Spring Communities.

Our board members

Diane Ndonse

Board Chair

Diane is the secretary to the Board members. Journalist for over 15 years, working for local and international media. Through her various training courses and positions in different institutions, she has experience in management, gender and development, and media campaigns for social change.

Lola Martinez Argón

Fundraising Manager

She was project coordinator in Malawi for the Fundación Solidaridad Candelaria, of which she is now vice-president. Lola currently serves as Country Representative of the Spanish Red Cross in Burundi

Yvette Munezero

Legal Affaire Manager

With a fervent dedication to law and justice, she has built a career as a lawyer over the past five years. Her professional mission is to deliver effective defense for her clients while maintaining the highest ethical standards of the legal profession