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Freeman Razemba-Senior Reporter
THE Institute of Directors Zimbabwe (IoDZ) has reaffirmed its commitment to promoting sound corporate governance in the country, underpinned by strategic expansion, enhanced operational efficiency and accelerated digital transformation.
This came out at the institute’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) held this week, where members gathered to review progress, elect committee members and address key matters affecting the governance landscape.
Addressing the meeting, IoDZ chairperson Mr Gilfern Moyo, described the past year as one for strategic consolidation and purposeful growth.
“We have made commendable progress in advancing governance leadership, member engagement, operational excellence and visibility across Zimbabwe,” he said.
“The institute continues to solidify its role as a national driver of corporate governance through strategic expansion, operational efficiency and digital transformation.”
He said the launch of the institute’s Bulawayo Chapter was a milestone in decentralising IoDZ’s services and boosting regional member participation.
On the operational front, he added, the adoption of a cashflow management model had enhanced financial efficiency and compliance.
Mr Moyo said the full rollout of the Glue-Up platform had improved the delivery of membership services, event management and communication, resulting in a more seamless and responsive member experience.
The platform, coupled with increased online activity, had significantly raised the institute’s visibility and positioning as a national thought leader in corporate governance.
The Glue Up platform is an all-in-one cloud-based software solution designed to help member-based organisations, such as professional associations, chambers of commerce, and institutes like the IoDZ, manage and streamline their operations.
Mr Moyo also highlighted the success of IoDZ’s flagship events, which attracted diverse stakeholders and focused on key governance themes.
On capacity development, Mr Moyo said the institute continued to fulfil its mandate of producing ethical, effective and board-ready directors.
He said significant progress was noted in the 2024–2025 training calendar, including the continued success of the Future Directors Development Programme (FDDP), which saw two fully subscribed cohorts, exceeding enrolment targets by 100 percent for each intake.
“The Future Directors Development Programme (FDDP) exceeded expectations with two fully subscribed cohorts, surpassing targets by 100 percent for every intake, while the Advanced Certificate in Company Direction (ACCD) maintained strong enrolment,” he said.
“An Accelerated Intense Future Directors Development stream was also launched to meet rising demand from mid-to senior-level professionals.”
Peter Tanyanyiwa