Charlene grew up in Kwa-Zulu Natal before moving to Johannesburg in 2004 to study at the University of Johannesburg. In 2007 she started working at Johannesburg Bible College, originally as part of a ministry apprenticeship scheme at Melville Union Church (Hope Church Auckland Park). Charlene oversees operations, hospitality and administration at both Auckland Park and Soweto Campus.
She enjoys movies, reading and does not support any soccer teams!