Who We Are
IPAZ is an association of Investment Professionals who are CFA Charterholders based in Zimbabwe, Zimbabwean CFA Charterholders in other countries and registered candidates in the CFA Program. The association was formed in 2017 under the guidance of a Steering Committee comprising of volunteers. In December 2017, the inaugural Board of Trustees was elected by the members and tasked with the responsibility to craft a strategy plan for the association setting the ground for recognition of IPAZ as a leading association of investment professionals in Zimbabwe pending the attainment of CFA Local Society Status. Presently, IPAZ is a local chapter of CFA Society South Africa.
Our Mission
To lead the investment profession in Zimbabwe by promoting the highest standards of ethics, education; and professional excellence for the ultimate benefit of society.
Our Vision
To represent CFA Institute, CFA Society South Africa, in Zimbabwe, by leading the investment profession and engaging the investment industry to advance ethics, market integrity, and professional standards of practice, which collectively contributes value to the broader society.
Appointment of New Board Directors
We are delighted to announce the appointment of distinguished CFA Charterholders to our Board of Directors. As members of the globally respected CFA Institute, these accomplished individuals bring extensive expertise and experience, reinforcing IPAZ's commitment to advancing the investment profession for the benefit of Zimbabwean society.
Their appointment reaffirms IPAZ's dedication to:
- Upholding highest industry standards
- Promoting ethics and integrity
- Advocating best practices in investment management
With these new Directors, IPAZ will continue to:
- Support investment professionals
- Enhance the value of the CFA Charter
- Foster ethical investment practices in Zimbabwe
Meet Our Board of Directors

Ranganai Makwata, CFA
IPAZ President
Executor Director, Fincent Securities

Nyaradzo Nyimo, CFA
IPAZ Vice President
Principal, Spear Capital

Kudzanai Samudzi, CFA
IPAZ Treasurer
Managing Director, ABC Stockbrokers

Bevin Ngara, CFA
IPAZ Board Member (Past President)
Managing Director, Fidelity Life Asset Management

Lawrence Musendekwa, CFA
IPAZ Board Member
Deputy Director Investments, POTRAZ

Brighton Mutingwende, CFA
IPAZ Secretary
Head of Finance, ZimTrade

Noel Mahombera, CFA
IPAZ Board Member
Chief Business Development Officer, ZIDA

Princess Mazumba, CFA
IPAZ Board Member
Managing Director, Platinum Research and Advisory

Victor Jeche, CFA
IPAZ Board Member
Senior Associate Investments Manager, Akribos
We warmly congratulate our new Directors and look forward to their valuable contributions.
By order of the Board of Directors,
Brighton Mutingwende, CFA, IPAZ Secretary