Meet our Board of Directors

At the helm of One Life Foundation, a dedicated team of professionals stands united in their commitment to transformative change. Our visionary directors bring a wealth of expertise, spanning diverse industries and backgrounds. With seasoned leaders driving the Foundation forward, we are guided by a collective passion for community development, a heart for the marginalized, and a strategic vision that shapes impactful initiatives. Meet the driving force behind One Life Foundation—leaders who not only envision change but actively lead us towards a future where lives are transformed, and communities are enriched.

RON LANGFORD - CHAIRPERSON

Ron Langford, our esteemed Chairperson, is a seasoned mining and metals executive with an illustrious career spanning 20 years in various roles and companies across multiple commodities. Holding a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of South Africa and a postgraduate diploma in Business Administration from the University of Wales, Ron’s academic prowess complements his extensive industry experience.

As an accomplished Finance Executive and Business Leader, Ron has showcased his expertise in Finance, Risk Management, Strategy, Business Development, and Marketing/Commercial areas. His professional journey has been primarily in the Mining & Metals Industry, with notable contributions to the Manufacturing Industry.

Over the past two decades, Ron has held both Executive and Non-Executive fiduciary responsibilities, serving on multiple Boards of Directors, Risk, and Audit Committees for subsidiaries of prominent global Mining companies, including South32, BHP Billiton, Lonmin, and Norilsk Nickel.

Currently serving as the Chairman of the One Life Foundation since January 2021 (previously a Director from January 2019), Ron also holds the position of Chairman at Integrity Health. This private company, established two years ago, focuses on making private healthcare more accessible to low-income workers, showcasing Ron’s commitment to impactful initiatives beyond his role at One Life Foundation.

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ZWELIHLE SOKHELA

Zwelihle Sokhela, a resilient soul hailing from the small town of Howick in the deeply rural area of Mafakatini, embodies the spirit of transformation. Raised as one of sixteen children in a non-Christian home, Zwelihle’s journey took a profound turn when he realized the need for Christ to cleanse his heart. On October 19, 2003, he embraced Christ as his Saviour.

Matriculating in 2005, Zwelihle embarked on a remarkable journey with Ethembeni HIV/AIDS Ministry, where he served as a volunteer and later ascended to the position of Director, a role he held until 2019. His academic pursuits include studies in business management, life coaching, leadership, social auxiliary, and various workshops focusing on social life and societal impact.

Zwelihle’s spiritual journey includes ordination as a deacon in 2008 and an elder in 2015. Passionate about mission work, he has led missions across South Africa and the UK. In 2017, he planted two churches before taking on the role of Foxfire Youth Team Manager at African Enterprise in 2020.

Beyond his impactful career, Zwelihle finds joy in his family. Married to Norma, they are blessed with two children, Siphokazi and Siwakhile. Zwelihle’s dedication to community development and his profound spiritual journey make him a valuable member of the One Life Foundation Board, contributing to our mission of transforming lives and enriching communities.