GYSD
Team lead
Kudzai Zambezi
President
Supporting youth-centred work through gysd, chikomborero programmes and community partnerships.
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Youth-led movement since 2022
We are building a future where Zimbabwean youth lead with confidence, compassion, and courage.
Chikomborero Foundation is a collective of mentors, activists, and community partners transforming how young people access mental wellness, livelihoods, and leadership support across Zimbabwe.
Youths coached
320+
Leadership, reproductive health, and livelihood skills delivered weekly.
Communities reached
15
Harare, Chitungwiza, Murehwa, and emerging rural hubs across Zimbabwe.
Care packs delivered
1,200
Dignity-centred distributions supporting girls and young caregivers.
Community first
Mentorship, well-being, and sustainable skills all in one youth ecosystem.
Our mission
Ignite dignity and possibility
We equip Zimbabwean youth with holistic support systems so they can thrive, lead, and build resilient communities.
Our vision
Communities led by empowered youth
A Zimbabwe where every young person has access to mentorship, mental wellness, and economic opportunity.
How we work
A holistic model designed with young people
Our programmes blend mentorship, mental wellness, and livelihood training so that youth can navigate life with confidence and community support.
Mentorship circles
Weekly peer discussions, mentorship pairs, and leadership labs that keep youth anchored in purpose and community.
Future-ready livelihoods
Climate-smart agriculture, entrepreneurship coaching, and digital storytelling to unlock employability.
Community partnerships
We co-create programmes with schools, clinics, faith groups, and local leaders for sustainable adoption.
Our journey
Rooted in community, growing with partners
We started with a handful of volunteers and a passion for service. Today, we are a structured youth movement influencing policy, livelihoods, and mental wellness in growing regions.
2022
Foundation established
Youth activists register Chikomborero Foundation to scale their community work.
2023
Pilot programmes launched
We begin mentorship, well-being, and agriculture initiatives serving 120 youths.
2024
Regional expansion
Programs spread across three provinces with 60 peer mentors in training.
What guides us
Values that show up in every programme
These principles shape how we design experiences, steward resources, and honour the communities we serve.
Dignity first in all interactions
Youth-led, adult-supported decisions
Community accountability and transparency
Learning loops and open feedback
Sustainable practice over quick fixes
Collaboration before competition
Meet the team
Youth leaders stewarding a shared vision
Our directors, programme coordinators, and volunteers bring together lived experience and professional expertise to move the mission forward.
Leadership collective
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Core members
3
Active programmes
100%
Youth-led vision
GYSD
Team lead
Charmaine Mandizvidza
Secretary
Supporting youth-centred work through gysd, chikomborero programmes and community partnerships.
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CUT Leos
Team lead
Tinotenda Linton
Data Analyst
Supporting youth-centred work through cut leos, chikomborero programmes and community partnerships.
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Sithembiso Rusere
Agricultural Lead
Supporting youth-centred work through chikomborero programmes and community partnerships.
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Sharon Rose Charariza
Outreach Coordinator
Supporting youth-centred work through chikomborero programmes and community partnerships.
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Takudzwa Mandivenga
Mental Health Lead
Supporting youth-centred work through chikomborero programmes and community partnerships.
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Kuda Mutimbanyoka
Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights Lead
Supporting youth-centred work through chikomborero programmes and community partnerships.
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Team lead
Ntandoyenkosi Sibanda
Volunteer Coordinator
Supporting youth-centred work through chikomborero programmes and community partnerships.
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Partners
Allies who invest in youth-led solutions
We are grateful for local and global partners who bring resources, mentorship, and platforms to amplify impact.
Partners & supporters
Collaborating with organisations who believe in youth leadership
Our work is amplified by generous allies who open doors, share resources, and invest in programmes shaped by the youth themselves.
Take action
Join the movement to mentor, advocate, and resource Zimbabwean youth.
Whether you bring time, expertise, or funding, your partnership keeps programmes free and youth centred. Let us build the next chapter together.