ZimForward-Zimbabwe Forward Investment Association

About ZimForward

Zimbabwe Industrial and Agro-Processing Initiative

Forward Investment Network Zimbabwe(ZimForward) is a membership-based network, fostering collaboration and investment between local and diaspora Zimbabweans driving economic growth through sustainable entrepreneurship, innovation, and skills development in agriculture, farming, manufacturing, value addition, shared services hubs and engineering sectors while promoting trust, transparency and community benefit, ultimately contributing to Zimbabwe's socio-economic transformation and development

Shared Services Hubs

Training Division

Special Purpose Vehicles

Community Benefit Trusts

Mission Statement

Our Mission

ZimForward connects Zimbabweans at home and abroad to build sustainable industries, strengthen communities, and create real economic opportunities. Through shared service hubs, skills development, and transparent investment models, ZimForward empowers farmers, artisans, entrepreneurs, and professionals to grow and thrive.

Providing access to training, mentorship, and technical skills through ZiFTI

Supporting producers and artisans with shared hubs for processing, packaging, and fabrication

Helping members access investment opportunities through coordinated SPVs

Creating partnerships that uplift rural communities and open new markets

Vision Statement

Our Vision

ZimForward envisions a Zimbabwe where communities are empowered to uplift themselves through shared skills, collaborative investment, and innovative development projects. Our long-term goal is to build sustainable, modern, people-driven enterprises that create wealth, jobs, and dignity for every participating member.

Building thriving community-owned industries and anchor projects

Empowering citizens through skills sharing, micro-investments, and shared ownership

Transforming rural and urban spaces into modern, productive economic hubs

Unlocking opportunities for youth, women, and underserved communities

Leadership & Governance

A Multidisciplinary Team Driving Local Industrial Development

Our leadership brings together expertise in finance, engineering & innovation, production, training, and market access to drive practical, locally anchored industrial development.