Sekai Kuvarika is a driving force for economic development in Zimbabwe. As the Chief Executive Officer of the Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI), she leverages her over 20 years of experience to empower the private sector and foster a thriving business environment.
Extensive Expertise:
Sekai brings a wealth of knowledge gleaned from over 14 years dedicated to economic and private sector development. Throughout her career, she has provided program leadership and strategic expertise on Business Environment, Private Sector, and Economic Development initiatives. Her impressive portfolio includes work with prestigious organizations like USAID, FCDO (DFID), and SIDA through Crown Agents USA, Adam Smith International, Center for International Private Enterprise, and The International Council of Swedish Industry (NIR). Currently, she also lends her expertise as an advisor to the Horticulture Development Council.
Leadership and Advocacy:
Beyond the CZI, she champions Zimbabwe’s private sector on a national and international stage. She serves as the Private Sector Representative for Zimbabwe on the ACP Business Forum, a platform fostering dialogue between African, Caribbean, and Pacific nations. Furthermore, her dedication extends to her role as a Non-Executive Director of the Old Mutual Investment Group (OMIG), where she contributes valuable insights.
Passion for Progress:
Sekai’s core interests reflect her commitment to a vibrant private sector. She champions:
- Building strong business associations to empower organized business.
- Leveraging organized business to drive entrepreneurship, innovation, and enterprise development.
- Advocating for optimal business regulations that enable growth.
- Promoting the private sector’s role in national and regional development.
- Fostering collaboration and effective representation of the private sector in its interactions with government, society, and other stakeholders.
Sekai Kuvarika’s extensive experience and unwavering dedication position her as a key figure in propelling Zimbabwe’s economic future.
