Kate Mapham

Kate Mapham

Director of Community Partner Engagement - South Africa

Why I'm a part of Ubunye: I believe in leaving a legacy. I want to play my part in ensuring that those in rural areas in the Eastern Cape are given the best chance to succeed and this starts with education. My family originally comes from the Eastern Cape, so it has always felt like home. I was very fortunate to go to school and university in Grahamstown, cementing my love for it.

Cameron and I were at university together. I had the opportunity to second him on one of his early swims in the icy waters of Cape Town and witnessed first hand his determination and bravery. I have always tracked him on all of his many incredible and seemingly impossible feats. He is an inspiration in all that he does through adventure and pushing his body to the limits. I love that Ubunye fuels him to keep going and to never give up. It is an honour and privilege to join the team to play my part in giving back to South Africa through sport and education.