Great Zimbabwe Cultural Society
Board of Directors
Our Board of Directors provides strategic guidance, governance, and oversight to support the organization’s mission and long-term vision. Composed of experienced leaders from diverse professional backgrounds, the board brings expertise in governance, finance, community leadership, and industry knowledge.
Working closely with leadership, the board ensures accountability, strengthens organizational impact, and helps guide sustainable growth while upholding our core values.
Dr. Oliver Kapepa
Co-Chair, Board of Directors
Dr. Oliver Kapepa is an academic by profession and serves as an Assistant Professor at a local university in Vancouver. He brings a strong background in research, education, and leadership to his role as Co-Chair of the Board of ZICUSO BC.
As Co-Chair, Dr. Kapepa provides strategic guidance and collaborative leadership to support the organization’s mission and long-term vision. He is committed to strengthening governance, fostering community engagement, and advancing initiatives that promote Zimbabwean culture and community development in British Columbia.
Gladys Mutangadura
Co-Chair, Board of Directors
Gladys Mutangadura is an international development expert with over twenty years of experience working in various capacities with the United Nations. Prior to her work with the UN, she served as a postdoctoral research fellow at the University of North Carolina and as a lecturer at the University of Zimbabwe.
Gladys is deeply committed to supporting and empowering the Zimbabwean community in Canada, with a particular focus on settlement, integration, and community development. She brings a strong global perspective and a passion for inclusive, community-centered solutions to her role on the Board.
Revd. Simbarashe E. Basvi
Governance Committee Chair
Revd. Simbarashe Emmanuel Basvi is a priest in the Anglican Church of Canada and a respected community leader serving in British Columbia. He has been engaged in leadership roles since 2003, with extensive experience in faith-based and community development initiatives.
He holds a Master’s degree in Development Studies and a Master’s degree in Transformational Development, equipping him with strong insight into sustainable community growth and empowerment.
Revd. Basvi is deeply committed to serving the Zimbabwean community through transformational development, supporting initiatives that strengthen leadership, resilience, and long-term well-being.
Jameson Mtanga
Board Secretary
Jameson Mtanga has served as a Board Member of the ZICUSO BC since 2023. A licensed Professional Engineer in British Columbia, he works as a Project Manager, bringing strong technical expertise, strategic thinking, and community leadership to the Board.
Jameson is deeply committed to preserving, promoting, and celebrating Zimbabwean culture. He is honored to contribute his skills and experience in service of the Zimbabwean community in British Columbia, helping ensure that its traditions, values, and heritage continue to thrive for future generations.
Priscilla Shumba
Board Member
Priscilla Shumba is proud to serve as a Board Member of ZICUSO BC. Having previously supported the organization in both administrative and volunteer roles, she is honored to continue contributing as the organization grows and advances its mission.
Priscilla brings valuable experience in human resources, administration, and operations, and is committed to supporting the organization’s effectiveness and long-term sustainability.
Benjamin Sibanda
Board Member
Benjamin Sibanda serves as a Board Member of the ZICUSO BC and is honored to support the preservation, promotion, and celebration of Zimbabwean culture within the community in British Columbia.
He is committed to contributing to the Society’s mission by supporting initiatives that strengthen cultural identity, community connection, and the sharing of Zimbabwean traditions and values for present and future generations.
Deborah Manzi
Board Member
Deborah Manzi has been actively involved in supporting the Zimbabwean community in British Columbia since 2020. She has lived in British Columbia since 2018 and has been privileged to serve as a board member since 2025.
As a committed community member, Deborah is passionate about preserving, promoting, and celebrating Zimbabwean culture. She is honored to give back to the Zimbabwean community in British Columbia and is dedicated to helping ensure its traditions and values are upheld and passed on to future generations.