Cathrine Nyachionjeka
Cathrine Nyachionjeka is a distinguished expert in Governance, Information Science, and
Marketing Communications, with over 13 years of diverse experience across non-profit
membership institutes, training, and development organizations. Her career trajectory has been
shaped by pivotal roles at the Management Training Bureau (MTB) and the Chartered Governance
Institute (CGI), where she refined her expertise in governance, leadership, and organizational
development.
She holds a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Information Science from the National University
of Science and Technology (NUST), a Bachelor of Philosophy in Marketing Management, and a
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing Management from the Institute of Marketing Management
Graduate School of Marketing (IMMGSM). Currently, she is further strengthening her leadership
capabilities by pursuing a Postgraduate degree in Leadership and Corporate Governance (MSc
2025), reinforcing her passion for ethical leadership and strategic governance.
As the Chief Executive Officer of the Institute of Directors Zimbabwe (IoDZ), Cathrine plays a
leading role in promoting and advancing corporate governance best practices across Zimbabwe.
Under her leadership, she initiated the Future Directors Development Programme and successfully
revived the Women on Boards Zimbabwe programme, both transformative initiatives aimed at
fostering inclusive, ethical leadership. These programmes have become cornerstone platforms for
advancing board diversity, intergenerational leadership, and sustainable governance reform across
sectors in Zimbabwe.
Cathrine is also a firm believer in the power of grassroots leadership development as a catalyst for
national transformation. She is passionate about identifying and nurturing leadership potential at
the community and organizational entry levels, especially among youth and underrepresented
groups. Through targeted capacity-building initiatives and mentorship platforms, she ensures that
governance principles are accessible, relatable, and actionable at all levels of society, not just
within boardrooms.
Beyond her executive role, Cathrine serves as an Ex-Officio Member on the IoDZ Council. Her
influence extends into other key governance positions, including Non-Executive Director roles at
ZIMCODE Trust and Air Zimbabwe Private Limited. Furthermore, she has contributed to national
efforts for good governance as a member of the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission’s
National Anti-Corruption Strategy Steering Committee (NACS), advocating for transparency and
accountability within Zimbabwe’s institutions.
Cathrine has served as a committee member for Women in Marketing Zimbabwe and was the
inaugural Chairperson of the African Corporate Governance Network’s Director Week
Celebration Steering Committee. Her dedication to strengthening governance across the continent
highlights her broader vision for ethical leadership and institutional excellence throughout Africa.
A passionate advocate for women’s empowerment and leadership, Cathrine is deeply committed
to creating environments where women can thrive. She equips them with tools and opportunities
to unlock their potential and lead with confidence. Through her work, she continues to inspire
ethical leadership and drive transformative changes across various sectors, helping shape the future
of governance and sustainable development.
Her vision remains clear: to inspire ethical leadership, champion sustainable development, and
cultivate transformative governance practices that elevate both grassroots and institutional
leadership across Zimbabwe and beyond.
Farai is a seasoned business executive with over 20 years experience spanning Financial services, Fmcg, Agriculture, Media and Technology in local, regional and international markets. Farai has a wealth of leadership experience in both start-ups and established entities, He recently occupied the position of Group Head Strategy, Channel Development & Innovation for a Media House, he has held positions of Chief marketing Officer, Divisional Managing Director for business in the technology and fmcg sectors. He is the founder of Acuity group an entity with interests in Agriculture, Logistics and Technology where he is the Chief Resource Mobilisation Officer. Farai holds an Executive Masters in Administration (EMBA) from Africa University, BTech(Hons) in International Marketing from Chinhoyi University of Technology, Executive Development Program From ICAZ & Pathways, Digital Marketing Certificate from MAZ, Customer Experience Certificate MAZ, Strategic Sales Certificate from MAZ, Marketing Practitioner Status from MAZ & IMM, Advanced Certificate in Company Direction from IoDZ and an Executive Development program with Winfield Strategy & Innovation Institute focusing on Strategy, Innovation and Transformation. Farai is passionate about Marketing, Business transformation, Innovation and Governance issues.
Simba Chinyemba is a Fellow of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (UK). He studied for a Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Insurance and Risk Management (NUST) before switching to study for the actuarial fellowship exams in London while working for Deloitte (UK).
He eventually became probably the first black Chief Actuary of a London Market Insurance Company when he was appointed Group Chief Actuary and Executive Director at IGI (UK). IGI is an international general insurance company with offices in London, Bermuda, Amman, Mailta, Dubai, Casablanca and Kuala Lumpur. It is listed on Nasdaq in the USA.
After some stints in North America and the Middle East, Simba was subsequently appointed Group CEO of Momentum, Metropolitan Holdings in East Africa, overseeing their portfolio in 6 countries. Momentum Metropolitan Holdings is a South African based financial services company listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.
In search of new challenges, Simba then ventured into the wider field and worked in Lagos, Nigeria for nearly 3 years at Zenith. Fulfilling his desire to return home, he was asked to come and lead the transaction that created the largest mining group in Zimbabwe. He is now the Chief Investment Officer for Mutapa Investment Fund
Powerhouse banker Emmah Mungoni is a former ZB Financial Holdings’ Chief Financial Officer. In this role she is responsible for leading the financial component of the group’s transformation, ensuring that its financial performance is aligned with the business strategy.
A chartered accountant who began her career by serving her articles with Ernst and Young more than 20 years ago, Mungoni rose to the position of Audit Supervisor before making the tactical move into industry and commerce. Since then, she has found her unique passion in the banking sector, and has strengthened her aptitude in business planning, budgeting, forecasting and negotiation. When she is not scaling the leadership heights of the banking sector, Mungoni shares her gifts with the broader community in the philanthropy space.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Executive Development Program, Graduate School of Business, University of Cape Town, South Africa.
• Masters in Business Administration, Gordon Institute of Business Science, University of Pretoria, South Africa.
• Chartered Accountant Zimbabwe (CA) (Z), Institute of Chartered Accountancy, Zimbabwe
• Registered Member of the Public Accountants and Auditors Board
• Executive Diploma in Risk Management, SIDA, Sweden
• Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Accounts (CTA equivalent), University of Zimbabwe
• Bachelor of Accountancy Honours Degree, University of Zimbabwe
Tapera Mushoriwa is the Chief Executive Officer of First Capital Bank Limited, a position he assumed in September 2023. He brings years of extensive local and international banking expertise as well as a proven track record in financial markets and fintech. He has held executive leadership roles at Cassava Fintech International, Steward Bank, Standard Chartered and most recently Managing Director of National Building Society.
Underpinning his vast professional experience is a BSc Hons in Computer Science, Master of Business Administration [MBA] with the University of Gloucester UK, and he continues to be lifelong learner.
A results-oriented and accomplished Executive with more than 25 years’ experience in strategic and operational performance management in several banking institutions and Parastatals in Zimbabwe focusing on business growth and creation of sustainable shareholder value through good corporate governance, sound financial and risk management principles. Currently the Chief Executive Officer of the People’s Own Savings Bank (POSB), seeking a more challenging Non Executive director’s position to leverage on proven leadership and digital skills to take the business of State-Owned Enterprises to new heights.
QUALIFICATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP
Member of the Institute of Chartered Accounts of Zimbabwe
Master of Business Administration Degree (MBA) (NUST) 2017
Final Qualifying Examination: Institute of Chartered Accounts Zimbabwe (2004)
Advanced Certificate in Financial Management: University of Cape Town (2004)
Post Graduate Diploma in Auditing: University of South Africa (2003)
Bachelor of Accounting Science Honours Degree: University of South Africa (2002)
Certificate in Theory of Accounting: Institute of Chartered Accountants of Zimbabwe (2001)
Bachelor of Commerce Honours Degree in Accounting: NUST (1999)
Holds the following qualifications:
MBL, Master of Business Leadership (UNISA, 1994)
PhD. Chemical Engineering (University of Newcastle Upon Tyne, UK 1988)
BSc. Chemical Engineering (University of Manchester, UK, 1984)
Professional Courses:
Integrated Financial Management Programme –Euromoney PLC, UK
Project Finance - World Bank. USA.
Board Membership and Professional Associations:
Board Member - ZFC Limited
Board Member – Africa Centre for Fertilizer Development
Board Member and Deputy Chairman – Agriculture Finance Corporation Land and Development Bank
Institution of Chemical Engineers, UK
Zimbabwe Institute of Directors
National Council Member – Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries
Chairman – Business Enablers Standing Committee, CZI
Rotarian
Mr. Wellington Makamure is the Regional Chief Executive Officer for Liquid Intelligent Technologies (LIT) Central Africa. The countries under Southern African Region are Botswana, DRC, Angola, Mozambique, Zambia and Zimbabwe. He oversees and sits on several boards of the Group Companies in Southern Africa. He is directly responsible for the leadership, strategic and operations management of Liquid Intelligent Technologies Zimbabwe.
He has served on several Boards and currently sits on the board of directors of LIT Zambia, LIT Botswana, ZOL Zimbabwe, University of Zimbabwe (Executive Council) and Air Force of Zimbabwe Charity Fund. He has been heavily involved in the planning, set up and build of the LIT network and business in Zimbabwe. He holds a B.Sc. degree and an MBA.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Masters in Business Administration (MBA) University of Zimbabwe (1993-1995)
B.Sc. (Physics/Mathematics) University of Lesotho (1979-1982)
City and Guilds of London: Telecommunications
Awards won in Zimbabwe:
Zimbabwe Institute of Management National Leadership Award Private Sector 2017
Zimbabwe Institute of Management Northern Region Leadership Award Private Sector 2017
ZNCC National Leadership Award 2017
ZNCC Mashonaland Region Leadership Award 2017 Internal All Employees
Gilfern Moyo is part a cohort of 22 academic ambassadors who represented Zimbabwe in the prestigious British Chevening Scholarships in 2015. He is a double master who graduated with a taught Master of Business Administration-General management (Merit) from the University of Hull in England and a Master of Public Administration (Merit) from the University of Zimbabwe. He holds a Chartered Management Institute United Kingdom Level Seven Diploma in Strategic Management and Leadership and a Certificate in Entrepreneurial Training from Arnhem University in the Netherlands.
Gilfern holds a B.Sc. Honors in Politics and Administration from the University of Zimbabwe and an IPMZ Diploma in People Management. Gilfern Moyo is currently Director Administration and Human Resources for the Zimbabwe National Roads Administration and was its Acting Chief Executive Officer in 2020 before the appointment of the substantive incumbent.
Gilfern has held the positions of Group Human Resources Director, Group Human Resources and Administration Executive, Business Development Executive, and Manager Human Resources for several listed and non -listed entities in both the private and public sectors in a career spanning over 21 years.
Gilfern chaired the Air Transport Industry Employers Association and was also Chairman of the Human Resources Committee for the National Employment Council for the Air Transport Industry. He is married to Olivia and has three progenies, Vladimir, Sasha, and Claus.
Patricia skilled corporate/public affair, person with more than 22 years’ experience in a Multinational Company - Delta Corporation Limited. I am the current Head of the Corporate Affairs department as the General Manager - Corporate Affairs and previously was the Head of Marketing as the Marketing Manager.
Her career has been consolidated in the fields of sales, marketing, and public affairs over the years. I am responsible for raising awareness for Delta, its activities, and services, ensuring that the Company is viewed in a positive light.
She is proficient in sales and marketing, distribution, brands/product management, advertising, public relations, business development, key accounts management, market research, channel development management, exports, trade marketing, statistical analysis, policy formulation, internal communication, external communication, digital marketing, corporate reputation and stakeholder management, social norms marketing, treasury and company secretariat. Patricia is currently also responsible for a range of corporate affairs and marketing training initiatives at Mandel Training Centre, a training division for Delta as a lecturer.
Patricia sits on the ZB Reinsurance Board as a Non-Executive Director and Board Chairperson and also sit on the Slice Distributors Board as a non- executive director. She is an ex- Marketing Association of Zimbabwe Board of Trustees Board Member, where she chaired the Finance, Risk and Audit Committee and was the association’s Treasurer.
Felistus Ndawi Gurajena is a seasoned business executive with over 19 years of dedicated service within the Seed Co Group. Her recent appointment as Managing Director of Seed Co Zimbabwe marks a significant milestone in a distinguished career defined by strategic leadership, financial expertise, and a deep understanding of the agricultural sector. Before assuming her current role, Felistus served as General Manager for the Seed Co Group Vegetables Business Segment, where she played a pivotal role in driving the segment’s growth and innovation across regional markets. Her journey within Seed Co has seen her hold several key leadership positions, including Group Head of Treasury and Finance Director for Seed Co Zimbabwe. These roles have solidified her reputation as a results-driven leader with sharp financial and operational acumen.
Felistus holds both an Honours and Master’s Degree in Accounting Science from the University of South Africa (UNISA). She has further broadened her expertise with certifications in International Cash Management from the Association for Corporate Treasurers (UK) and in Financial Planning and Analysis from the Association for Finance Professionals (USA). In 2023, she completed the prestigious Executive Development Business Transformation program at Stanford Graduate School of Business, reinforcing her global outlook and executive capabilities. In addition, she has just commenced an Executive Development Program with the London Business School which will buttress and fortify her leadership knowledge and skills. Her professional journey began at KPMG Chartered Accountants, where she trained as an articled clerk from 2000 to 2006, laying the foundation for a career that has since been marked by excellence and impact.
Beyond her corporate responsibilities, Felistus has actively been involved in national development through her service on key boards. Until the recent expiry of a four term tenure in March 2025, she served as a Board Member and Chairperson of both the Audit Committee and Loans Review Committee at the AFC Land and Development Bank of Zimbabwe. She also previously held the position of Deputy Chairperson of the Competition and Tari s Commission Board for eight years, contributing to economic policy and regulatory development. Felistus Ndawi-Gurajena is widely respected for her visionary leadership, integrity, and unwavering commitment to excellence. Her multi-faceted experience and strong leadership continue to shape the future of Seed Co Zimbabwe and contribute to the broader agricultural transformation across the region.
Lawrence has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry, having worked with local, regional, and international financial institutions in various positions. He joined CBZ Holdings in January 2020 as Executive Director of Wholesale Banking at CBZ Bank Limited. He was appointed Managing Director in 2022 and assumed his current position in April 2024. Previously, he spent 19 years at Barclays Bank (now First Capital Bank) as Commercial Director, playing key roles in Project Lion (2004) and Horizon 2 (2013) and made substantial contributions to Horizon 2 (2013), leading to the formation of Barclays Africa Group through the merger of the Absa Group with 10 of the 12 African nations. He also worked for ten years at ZB Financial Holdings He holds a Bachelor of Business Management (BA) from Management College of Southern Africa (Mancosa), South Africa, and a Master of Science in Finance from the University of London, UK. Lawrence is the immediate Past President of the Bankers Association of Zimbabwe.
Cathrine Nyachionjeka
Cathrine Nyachionjeka is a distinguished expert in Governance, Information Science, and
Marketing Communications, with over 13 years of diverse experience across non-profit
membership institutes, training, and development organizations. Her career trajectory has been
shaped by pivotal roles at the Management Training Bureau (MTB) and the Chartered Governance
Institute (CGI), where she refined her expertise in governance, leadership, and organizational
development.
She holds a Master’s and Bachelor’s degree in Information Science from the National University
of Science and Technology (NUST), a Bachelor of Philosophy in Marketing Management, and a
Postgraduate Diploma in Marketing Management from the Institute of Marketing Management
Graduate School of Marketing (IMMGSM). Currently, she is further strengthening her leadership
capabilities by pursuing a Postgraduate degree in Leadership and Corporate Governance (MSc
2025), reinforcing her passion for ethical leadership and strategic governance.
As the Chief Executive Officer of the Institute of Directors Zimbabwe (IoDZ), Cathrine plays a
leading role in promoting and advancing corporate governance best practices across Zimbabwe.
Under her leadership, she initiated the Future Directors Development Programme and successfully
revived the Women on Boards Zimbabwe programme, both transformative initiatives aimed at
fostering inclusive, ethical leadership. These programmes have become cornerstone platforms for
advancing board diversity, intergenerational leadership, and sustainable governance reform across
sectors in Zimbabwe.
Cathrine is also a firm believer in the power of grassroots leadership development as a catalyst for
national transformation. She is passionate about identifying and nurturing leadership potential at
the community and organizational entry levels, especially among youth and underrepresented
groups. Through targeted capacity-building initiatives and mentorship platforms, she ensures that
governance principles are accessible, relatable, and actionable at all levels of society, not just
within boardrooms.
Beyond her executive role, Cathrine serves as an Ex-Officio Member on the IoDZ Council. Her
influence extends into other key governance positions, including Non-Executive Director roles at
ZIMCODE Trust and Air Zimbabwe Private Limited. Furthermore, she has contributed to national
efforts for good governance as a member of the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission’s
National Anti-Corruption Strategy Steering Committee (NACS), advocating for transparency and
accountability within Zimbabwe’s institutions.
Cathrine has served as a committee member for Women in Marketing Zimbabwe and was the
inaugural Chairperson of the African Corporate Governance Network’s Director Week
Celebration Steering Committee. Her dedication to strengthening governance across the continent
highlights her broader vision for ethical leadership and institutional excellence throughout Africa.
A passionate advocate for women’s empowerment and leadership, Cathrine is deeply committed
to creating environments where women can thrive. She equips them with tools and opportunities
to unlock their potential and lead with confidence. Through her work, she continues to inspire
ethical leadership and drive transformative changes across various sectors, helping shape the future
of governance and sustainable development.
Her vision remains clear: to inspire ethical leadership, champion sustainable development, and
cultivate transformative governance practices that elevate both grassroots and institutional
leadership across Zimbabwe and beyond.
Farai is a seasoned business executive with over 20 years experience spanning Financial services, Fmcg, Agriculture, Media and Technology in local, regional and international markets. Farai has a wealth of leadership experience in both start-ups and established entities, He recently occupied the position of Group Head Strategy, Channel Development & Innovation for a Media House, he has held positions of Chief marketing Officer, Divisional Managing Director for business in the technology and fmcg sectors. He is the founder of Acuity group an entity with interests in Agriculture, Logistics and Technology where he is the Chief Resource Mobilisation Officer. Farai holds an Executive Masters in Administration (EMBA) from Africa University, BTech(Hons) in International Marketing from Chinhoyi University of Technology, Executive Development Program From ICAZ & Pathways, Digital Marketing Certificate from MAZ, Customer Experience Certificate MAZ, Strategic Sales Certificate from MAZ, Marketing Practitioner Status from MAZ & IMM, Advanced Certificate in Company Direction from IoDZ and an Executive Development program with Winfield Strategy & Innovation Institute focusing on Strategy, Innovation and Transformation. Farai is passionate about Marketing, Business transformation, Innovation and Governance issues.
