Who we are
Zimbabwe Diaspora Nation Building Initiative (ZDNBI) is a welcoming and integrating organisation which strives to galvanise the Global Zimbabwean diaspora to support and participate in the Nation building process of Zimbabwe.
The men and women who are part of this initiative, are mature leaders with a demonstrable level of neutrality and a heightened appreciation that, participating in such a project, requires that all rise above partisan interests and be invested with a mind-set, that puts nation first and foremost.
Importantly, participating in ZDNBI initiatives demands key qualities of trust, integrity, mutual respect and above all a compelling love for Zimbabwe. These character defining attributes are underpinned by a dogged determination which acknowledges that notwithstanding how polarised positions may appear to be, an amicable solution is possible. Undergirding all the positive human attributes of members, is a stark realisation that individually we are diminished and that together we can achieve more.
Mission Statement
The mission of ZDNBI is to contribute to the facilitation of the creation of a conducive environment where principal stakeholders in Zimbabwe can find each other as compatriots who work together to evolve a framework of national unity that achieves progressive socio-economic and political outcomes and to provide a community point of contact and a recognized group voice for the global Zimbabwean Diaspora.
Vision
ZDNBI envisions a society in which all individuals, including those of the Zimbabwe Diaspora, have equitable opportunities to realize their full potential and to participate meaningfully in Zimbabwe’s Nation Building Enterprise.
Our Purpose
To provide a conduit for the expression of a coalesced global Zimbabwean Diaspora voice and to provide a platform to network with all levels of government and political, other public and private organizations for the benefit of its members and the Zimbabwean community at large.
We love Zimbabwe.
We are determined to participate
and contribute to nation building.
Join our community and take part in the nation building of Dzimba dzemabwe.
Our Leadership
The initiative is led by an Executive Committee and a Board. The current Executive Committee members are
Dr Paul Matsvai
President
Dr. Paul Matsvai is an Educationalist who has been passionate about coalescing the UK and global Zimbabwean Diaspora dating back to the days of the…
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Dr Tonderai Tela
Vice-President
Robert Gonouya
Secretary
Robert is currently part of the leadership team of the recently launched Zimbabwe Diaspora Nation Building Initiative (ZDNBI), where occupies the office of General.. Read biography
Mavis Kamota
NewZealand Representative
Mavis is the New Zealand Country Association representative. A registered Nurse by profession, she lives in New Zealand and has a passion for community….
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Sibangukuhle Khumalo
Canada Representative
Cashias Gumbo
Media Lead
Cashias is a part of the ZDNBI executive committee as the representative of the Zimbabwean Diaspora in New Zealand. Cashias Gumbo is the current treasurer of the…
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Mr Joseph Mugodo
Treasurer
Joseph is an Area Operations Manager for ACDEN Bee Clean in Canada. He has served in this position for more than 10 years. His human resources management skills have…. Read biography
Dr Brighton Chireka
UK Representative
Dr Brighton Chireka is the UK Diaspora representative in the Executive Committee. He has extensive health care and community leadership experiences. He is currently a.. Read biography
Mr Esau Mavindidze
Media Representative
Farai Madzivanyika
South Africa Representative
Farai is a part of the ZDNBI executive committee as the representative of the Zimbabwean Diaspora in South Africa. Farai Madziwanyika is an…
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Savannah Madamombe
USA Representative
Ellector Chikoto
Asia Representative
Ellector is the ZDNBI Asia Apex Council representative. She is a professional nurse specializing in early childhood health and education. Ellector strongly believes that children are… Read biography
Dr Maxwell Zhira
Canada Representative
Dr. Maxwell Zhira is a Zimbabwean Canadian living in Canada. He holds two (2) PhDs; in Political Science and in History, from the University of Alberta, Canada… Read biography
Dr Samantha Sibanda
China Representative
Dr Samantha Sibanda is the ZDNBI China Apex Council lead. She is an award-winning leader, educator, entrepreneur, radio personality and philanthropist. Her passion… Read biography
Dr Beverly Sithole
EU Representative