ZAMBUKO TRUST MICROFINANCE is thrilled to announce the opening of our newest branch in CHIPINGE. This strategic expansion is a testament to our unwavering commitment to empowering individuals and communities across our region. As a leading Microfinance institution, our mission has always been to provide accessible financial services to those who have traditionally been underserved…
Hey Team! 🎉 We’re excited to invite you all to our End of Year Awards and Appreciation Ceremony, celebrating 35 years of transforming lives! The event will be held at Shiloh Gardens on December 17th, 5pm-9pm. Dress code is Black Tie – Glitz and Glamour! We’ll be honouring outstanding individuals and celebrating our achievements. Looking…
Fungai Chimwamurombe – Main Board Chairman LLB (UZ), MBA (Finalist)
Fungai is a registered Legal Practitioner, Notary Public and Conveyancer, having obtained his degree from the University of Zimbabwe. He is the Senior Partner at Chimwamurombe
Legal Practice “Zenas”.
He is a holder of Certificate in Business Management (University of Zimbabwe) and a finalist of Masters in Business Administration from Steinbeis University, Germany.
Fungai is a registered Estate Administrator and a member of the Marketers Association of Zimbabwe.
Fungai sat on various boards which included the Contact Centre Association of Zimbabwe and Zambuko Microfinance Trust. He worked as a legal advisor in various companies in the mining sector and education sector, before practicing in the Commercial and Labour department of an established and leading law firm in Zimbabwe.
He is well trained ad has vast experience in land laws, construction laws, media laws, contracts restructuring and interpretation, debt recovery, commercial advisory and labour matters.
He has done important cases in construction and land laws in the country that has been published in local and international articles and media houses. His knowledge in construction laws has earned him respect to do legal work for leading construction companies in Zimbabwe.
Nyasha T Chakuma – Business Development Committee Chairperson Nyasha is a mother, qualified Chartered Accountant (Z) and an ACCA Affiliate. She began her career in external auditing. Her leadership roles as a business executive and senior management have given her exposure in strategy, leadership, business development and governance. Nyasha has exposure working with regional and international organisations. Her main areas of expertise are in financial reporting, auditing and governance. She has a passion of working with teams and uplifting mental health.
Ms Chikoore is an experienced Human Resources strategist with a successful track record in crafting and implementing human resources strategies and systems including as job evaluation, performance management and change management in the Telecommunications, Manufacturing and Mining industries.
She has over 18 years senior Management experience as an HR practitioner. She has more than 18 years of Corporate Management acquired during her years at Telecel Zimbabwe,
General Beltings Ltd, Cernol Chemicals, and TelOne. She also worked for the then PTC for more than 10 years at various management levels in HR department. She brings the vital HR expertise to the Zambuko Board, of which she chairs the HR and Remuneration Committee.
Mr Chirongwe is a Manager in the Finance and Statistics Department at the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency, ZIMSTAT, formerly Central Statistical Office (CSO).
Mr Chirongwe worked as a Statistician for 7 years at the Central Statistical Office. Grown also worked as a Research Economist in the Commercial Bank of Zimbabwe and the National Discount House of Zimbabwe (NDH LTD) for a total of 6 years.
He worked for 6 more years in the United Kingdom. He came back to Zimbabwe in 2008 and assumed his current position with ZIMSTAT. Grown has experience in the collection and
compilation of Finance Statistics, National Accounts Statistics, conducting economic surveys and poverty analysis. Grown is a keen researcher and report writer. He is a holder of a BSc honors and a Masters’ degree in Economics from UZ. He is a member of the Risk and Credit Board committee.
Ms Chikoore is an experienced Human Resources strategist with a successful track record in crafting and implementing human resources strategies and systems including as job evaluation, performance management and change management in the Telecommunications, Manufacturing and Mining industries.
She has over 18 years senior Management experience as an HR practitioner. She has more than 18 years of Corporate Management acquired during her years at Telecel Zimbabwe,
General Beltings Ltd, Cernol Chemicals, and TelOne. She also worked for the then PTC for more than 10 years at various management levels in HR department. She brings the vital HR expertise to the Zambuko Board, of which she chairs the HR and Remuneration Committee.
Ignatius Chikukuza – Non Executive Director, MSc (UZ), BSCT (UZ)
Mr Chikukuza is an enthusiastic and motivated professional who has an in-depth understanding of business development, ICT, and data analysis. He started his career at African Century Limited in 2012 as a Graduate Trainee and has over 12 years of experience covering the areas of Business Development, ICT Development and Implementation, Data Analysis and Management, and Technical Support and Systems Administration.
He is passionate about driving business growth and finds fulfilment in developing innovative and creative solutions to problems. He is continuously seeking opportunities to engage with cross-functional teams and participate in industry events to stay current on market trends, technologies, and best practices.
He is a holder of a Bachelor of Business Studies and Computing Science Degree as well as a Master of Science Degree in Computer Science, both from the University of Zimbabwe
B. Acc. (UZ)
Mr Ushe has more than ten years’ experience in Microfinance. He is a holder of a Bachelor of Accountancy (Honours) degree and a Leadership Certificate from the University of Zimbabwe. He is currently studying ACCA, and has more than 14 years’ experience in Finance and Administration. Before joining Zambuko Trust he worked for other companies including Wanbao Zimbabwe Mining Co as Accountant, Telequip- Afretech Communication Systems as Finance and Admin Manager. Mr Ushe is an Executive member of the Board and Company Secretary.
Lorraine is a seasoned and passionate banker who has an in- depth understanding of micro, small and large businesses across the various industry spectrum. She started her Banking career at Zimbank (ZB Bank) in 1994 as a Graduate Trainee and has over 29 years of banking experience covering the areas of Corporate Banking; Project Finance; Trade Finance; Lease Financing and Microfinance.
She is passionate about entrepreneurship and finds fulfillment in being a catalyst for change in people’s economic realities. She is continuously seeking opportunities to engage with organizations that empower entrepreneurs; develop African economies and alleviate poverty.
She is a holder of a Bachelor’s Degree in Administration as well as an MBA, both from the University of Zimbabwe. Over and above this she has obtained qualifications in banking (AIBZ); Project Management (Diploma) as well as an Executive Qualification in Microfinance.
(B. Acc (Hons), B. Compt (Acc) UNISA, CA.)
Mr Mukunyadze is a Chartered Accountant and holder of a Bachelor of Accounting (Hons.) degree from the University of Zimbabwe and a B. Comp Honors (Accounting) degree from UNISA. He is the Managing Director at Ellchart Business school and his competences in finance help strengthen the Board’s financial oversight on the business. Elles Mukunyadze chairs the Finance and Audit committee at Zambuko Trust.
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