Ronald is a rural development practitioner with a doctoral degree in Rural Development from the University of Venda. He holds Master’s degrees in Public Management and in Leadership Development. He is currently employed by JET Education Services NPC as Provincial Project Coordinator for the Jala Peo Initiative in the Limpopo Province.

Before venturing into academic research and writing, Ronald worked for more than 17 years as a high school Life Sciences educator. He possesses extensive experience in working with research institutions such as the Human Sciences Research Council and faith-based organisations towards socio-economic development in rural spaces. As a strategic innovator and creative thinker, Ronald is investing his skills and expertise in advocating for vegetable production and the love for the environment.