Meet Our Team
The passionate individuals behind Norway for Botswana
Odd K. Ystgaard
Patron
Odd K. Ystgaard
Patron
The patron of Norway for Botswana. Odd lived in Botswana 1977 – 79, and has since been active promoting Botswana interests in Norway and visits Botswana regularly. Since 1986 he has been the Honorary Consul of Botswana in Norway. He is currently a Project Director in Norconsult.
Masego Katisi
Founder & Chairperson
Masego Katisi
Founder & Chairperson
Has lived in Norway since 2017. She has a Social Work background and is Associate Professor in the same field at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences. Masego created one, now nationwide charitable organisation in Botswana to support young people, particularly orphaned children, and girls at risk.
Ole Martin Tønnesen
Founder & Norway Network Leader
Ole Martin Tønnesen
Founder & Norway Network Leader
Has a long-standing Military background from Norway. He is an Engineer and works in Esso in Norway. Ole Martin is a scout and has experience leading in fundraising activities for Scouts Association in Norway, and Norwegian Red Cross.
Cheneso Moumakwa
Founder & Vice-chairman
Cheneso Moumakwa
Founder & Vice-chairman
Is a long-experienced practicing Medical doctor in Norway and has lived in Norway for over 20 years. Cheneso has been a leader for Flerkulturelt - Botswana Society in Trømsø when still a medical student and was responsible for fundraising.
Keitiretse Kalstveit
Founder & Treasurer
Keitiretse Kalstveit
Founder & Treasurer
Is a qualified nurse with over 25 years living and working in Norway. She is a long-standing volunteer in Skold bygdekvinnelag.
Elizabeth Madsen
Founder & Secretary
Elizabeth Madsen
Founder & Secretary
Is a certified child and youth care worker, with 12 years of experience in both government and private daycares. She is currently working for one of Norway's largest private day-care chains.