Zukile Ntentema hails from the Nyanga community in Cape Town and possesses a bachelor’s degree in social work from the University of Cape Town. His professional background includes serving as a research assistant, where he demonstrated exceptional analytical and support skills. Additionally, he has excelled in his role as a peer counselor for health science students, facilitating their academic and personal development. Zukile has also gained significant practical experience in fieldwork, particularly with homeless populations, enhancing his understanding of complex social issues and contributing to his comprehensive skill set in social work practice. Recognized among the top 40 Global Next Generation Leaders, Zukile has engaged as a speaker at global conferences, sharing the stage with luminaries such as John Forbes Kerry, the 68th U.S. Secretary of State. His strategic acumen contributed to a successful initiative that secured multimillion-dollar funding for the Talloires Network of Engaged Universities program. In addition to his degree, Zukile has completed multiple professional certifications, including project management from the University of California, Irvine, public relations from IE Business School, strengthening political youth organizations through the International Academy for Leadership and Communication from Mcquarie University. Notably, he has been instrumental in replicating youth programs for the Western Cape Government, developed anti mugging guideline, initiating the first youth violence prevention center process at the University of Cape Town. His been featured on prominent South African media outlets, including SABC, Newsroom Africa, eTV, and Expresso, and have garnered academic recognition through publication by the Department of Sociology at Oxford University.