The Board Of Commissioners – Forestry Commission

Board of Commissioners

Our distinguished board provides strategic leadership and governance oversight for Zimbabwe’s forest resources management and conservation initiatives.

Ambassador Mahomed Jassat

Chairman

Ambassador Mahomed Jassat

Chairman

Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and a Master’s in Business Administration majoring in Economics. Appointed Chief Advisor to the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe, Dr. E. D. Mnangagwa, on Middle East Affairs in January 2023. Experienced in International Business Administration and Management. Currently Chief Executive Officer for Interfresh Ltd.

Ms Sefelipelo Bhebhe

Vice Chairperson

Ms Sefelipelo Bhebhe

Vice Chairperson

Holds a Masters in Public Health Degree and a BSc Degree in Nutrition Education. A Hubert Humphrey Fellow (Emory University – Atlanta, Georgia). Freelance consultant specializing in Public Health. Board member of the Health Services Board since June 2018.

Ms Sibusisiwe Chibaya

Ms Sibusisiwe Chibaya

Chartered Human Capital Generalist, registered Legal Practitioner, Conveyancer and Notary Public, and registered Systemic Therapist. 20 years’ experience in Strategic Human Capital Management. Holds a Masters of Laws, Master in International Relations, MBA, Bachelor’s in Sociology, Letters of Law Degree, and various Diplomas. Currently Human Resources Manager at Powertel.

Mr Harry Greaves

Mr Harry Greaves

Holds a BSc Agric (Hons). Over 10 years of experience in mining project acquisition, exploration, development, and production. Also experienced in hunting and agriculture. Currently Managing Director of the Mining Portfolio (Pvt) Ltd.

Mr Francis Hungwe

Mr Francis Hungwe

Holds a Masters in Social Science in Development Studies and a BA Honours in African Language and Culture Studies. 15 years of cross-cutting development experience including sustainable innovative entrepreneurship. Currently Director for Economic Development and Empowerment.

Mr Stewart Mtulisi Mantula

Mr Stewart Mtulisi Mantula

Holds a BSc Commerce (Hons) Degree in Accounting, Executive Diploma in General Management, and Intermediate Diploma in Accounting. Over 20 years of experience in governance, leadership, administration, and finance. Currently Deputy CEO of the Organisation of Rural Association for Progress (ORAP).

Ms Nancy Matshe

Ms Nancy Matshe

PhD finalist. Holds an MBA in Strategic Management (Edinburgh Business School), BSc (Hons) in Economics (UZ), ACGMA certification, Diploma in Accounting and Finance, and a Project Management Certificate. Over 20 years’ experience. Currently Director at the Management Training Bureau.

Mr Wozola Ndlovu

Mr Wozola Ndlovu

Holds a BSc in Agriculture Management, Certificate of Education, and a Construction Supervision Course Certificate. Passionate about the environment. Established a tree nursery and orchard that won the best prize for 4 consecutive years under the Tree Growing and Tree Care Program.

Mr Edward Samuriwo

Mr Edward Samuriwo

Holds an MSc in Natural Resources Management and Sustainable Agriculture, Post-Graduate Diploma in Natural Resource Management, and a BSc in Agricultural Economics. Over 30 years of experience. Currently Director of Environment and Natural Resources Management at the Ministry of Environment, Climate and Wildlife.

Ms Sylvia Sithole

Ms Sylvia Sithole

Holds an MBA, BSc Sociology (Hons), Postgraduate Diploma in Rural & Urban Planning, and Diploma in Microfinance. Over 25 years’ experience in gender and inclusivity. Currently Director for Gender Mainstreaming, Inclusivity and Wellness at the Ministry of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage.

Ms Kiitumetsi Zawanda

Ms Kiitumetsi Zawanda

Holds LLBs and an MBA. Experienced in the financial services sector with a strong passion for financial inclusion and youth empowerment. Currently Corporate Secretary / Director Legal Services at Deposit Protection Corporation.

Mr David Cleopatra Mbedzi (Chief Tshitaudze)

Mr David Cleopatra Mbedzi (Chief Tshitaudze)

Holds a BSc in Education (Environmental Science) from the University of Zimbabwe. Appointed Traditional Chief at age 18. Deeply passionate about environmental protection and actively works with his community to safeguard natural resources.