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In a move signaling strategic continuity and a deep familiarity with the sector, Mr. Onesimo Mazai Moyo has officially commenced his tenure as the Board Chairman of the Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Company (ZCDC) with a comprehensive familiarisation tour of the company’s flagship Chiadzwa Mine operations, Mining Zimbabwe can report.
By Rudairo Mapuranga
The tour, conducted yesterday, marks one of Mr. Moyo’s first official duties since his appointment. He was accompanied by the full ZCDC executive leadership team, including Chief Executive Officer Dr. Douglas Zimbango, Chief Finance Officer Mr. Alex Mutendera, Acting Chief Operating Officer Mr. Dennis Mtombeni, and Company Secretary Ms. Dumisani Mashingaidze.
Mr. Moyo’s appointment is widely viewed as a strategic masterstroke for the state-owned diamond miner. He brings to the role a wealth of institutional knowledge and a proven track record, having previously served as the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Mines and Mining Development. This experience provides him with an unparalleled understanding of the national mining policy framework, regulatory environment, and the government’s strategic vision for the sector.
Furthermore, his current position as the Board Chairman of Defold Mine, a key shareholder in ZCDC, offers a unique dual perspective. It equips him with intimate knowledge of shareholder expectations and commercial imperatives, while his new role focuses on steering the corporate strategy and governance of ZCDC itself. This blend of public sector acumen and shareholder insight positions him ideally to align ZCDC’s operations with both national interests and commercial profitability.
Mr. Moyo succeeds Mr. Munashe Shava, whose term concluded at the end of June. The leadership transition comes at a critical time for ZCDC as it continues to pursue its mandate of driving sustainable growth, enhancing operational efficiency, and increasing diamond production in the Chiadzwa fields.
The familiarisation tour underscores the new Chairman’s hands-on approach and his commitment to grounding his leadership in a firsthand assessment of the mine’s operations, challenges, and opportunities. Engaging with senior managers on site, the board and executive teams discussed key operational metrics, safety protocols, and strategic initiatives aimed at consolidating ZCDC’s position as a major player in the global diamond industry.
Industry observers anticipate that Mr. Moyo’s leadership will bring stability and a renewed focus on leveraging his extensive networks and experience to unlock value, foster partnerships, and navigate the complex dynamics of the international diamond market for the benefit of Zimbabwe.
