RPAZ - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Nyakabau - Board Chairperson
Dr A.M Nyakabau is a Radiotherapist and Radiation Oncologist, part-time radiography and oncology lecturer at the University of Zimbabwe and a consultant radiotherapist and oncologist with Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals. From 2003 to 2010, she was a visiting oncologist based at Mwaiwatu Private Hospital in Malawi.
Dr A.M Nyakabau is a Radiotherapist and Oncologist, Public Health Specialist and part-time lecturer at the University of Zimbabwe. She holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery Degree, Masters in Public Health and a Master of Medicine in Radiotherapy and Oncology from the University of Zimbabwe. She also holds a Diploma in Palliative Medicine from the University of Cape Town.
She has vast experience in giving presentations at various workshops, giving public lectures on cancer to organisations and airing of educational programmes on national radio and television. She has several publications under her name.
Dr Nyakabau founded Cancerserve, a new Cancer Organization which she chairs and is also the deputy Chairperson of the Cancer Forum for Zimbabwe.
She was appointed to the 3rd Radiation Protection Board in August 2019 where she serves as the Board Chairperson.
Job Titles:
- Dental Surgeon and Public Health Specialist
Dr. Fiona Makoni is an esteemed Dental Surgeon and Public Health Specialist with extensive experience in academia, clinical practice, and leadership. She currently serves as the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at the University of Zimbabwe. Dr. Makoni holds a Bachelor's Degree in Dentistry/Stomatology from the University of Kosice in the Slovak Republic and a Master's Degree in Public Health from Emory University in the USA. She further enhanced her expertise with a Post-graduate Diploma in International Research Ethics from the University of Cape Town, South Africa, and is currently pursuing a Master of Science Degree in Health Professions Education at the University of Zimbabwe.
Throughout her career, Dr. Makoni has made significant contributions to the field of dentistry in Zimbabwe. She has served in various capacities, including as the Chairperson of the Department of Dentistry at the University of Zimbabwe from 2006 to 2022. Her leadership extends beyond the academic sphere, having held roles such as the Director of Oral Health Services in Zimbabwe's Ministry of Health and Child Welfare and operating a private dental practice for over two decades.
Dr. Makoni is an active member of several professional organisations, including the Medical and Dental Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe, the Zimbabwe Dental Association, and the International Association for Dental Research. She has also been involved in numerous research initiatives, with a robust portfolio of publications focusing on oral health, dental education, and public health.
In addition to her professional achievements, Dr. Makoni is deeply committed to community service. She has served on various boards, including the Board of Trustees for the Harare Christian Counselling Center and the Family Life Zimbabwe Committee. Her involvement in Christian ministries and counselling reflects her dedication to holistic health and well-being.
Dr X. Ndlovu is a medical practitioner specialising in diagnostic and therapeutic nuclear medicine. He is currently employed as a Nuclear Medicine Physician Consultant and Head of Department at Mpilo Central Hospital Department of Nuclear Medicine. Prior to this, he held the position of Hospital Medical Officer for both the Radiotherapy Department from 2005 to
Eng. Benson Munyaradzi Mr Munyaradzi is the Director for Power in the Ministry of Energy and Power Development. He holds an MSc Mechanical Engineering (Energy Technology) from Dresden University of Technology in Germany and an MSc in Manufacturing Systems and Operations Management from the University of Zimbabwe. He is a member of the Zimbabwe Institute of Engineers.
Dr. Anna Mary Nyakabau - Board Chairperson Dr A.M Nyakabau is a Radiotherapist and Radiation Oncologist, part-time radiography and oncology lecturer at the University of Zimbabwe and a consultant radiotherapist and oncologist with Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals. From 2003 to…
Mr A. Chigona is the Director General of Environmental Management Agency.
He holds a Diploma in Education Specialization in Agriculture, a BSc Agricultural Management and a MSc. Tropical Resources Ecology. He has over 20 years of experience as an environmentalist.
He also has experience as a lecturer, having lectured Zimbabwe Open University Agriculture students on a part-time basis between the period 2006 to 2009.
He is currently a Climate Change Country Negotiator Team Member and the Focal Point for African Ministerial Conference on the Environment National Focal Point since 2010.
He was appointed to the 2nd Radiation Protection Board in June 2016.
In the 3rd Radiation Protection Board, he sits on the Finance Committee and the Operations Committee.
Job Titles:
- Technical Services Manager
Technical Services Manager at the Radiation Protection Authority of Zimbabwe heading all technical support services. Manages the effective functioning of the radiochemistry laboratory, dosimetry laboratory, non-ionizing radiation laboratory, projects, radiation safety training center and radiation safety awareness.
Amos is holder of a BSc Chemistry Degree with the University of Zimbabwe, MSc Degree in Safety, Health and Environmental Management from the Midlands State University, an Institute of Marketing Management Diploma (IMM) in Marketing as well as a Postgraduate Educational Course on Radiation Protection. He has had extensive experience in the regulation of radiation sources and nuclear safety having been engaged in the inspections and licensing departments for more than 12 years.
He is currently running national projects on establishing laboratory capacity for environmental and food monitoring, radioactive waste management, public exposure control and capacity building/ training on radiation safety, areas to which he is a recognized expert by international partners. He has been involved in several expert missions and meetings in Africa and globally.
Job Titles:
- Member of the Institute of Directors Zimbabwe
Mr Brian Mutangandebvu joined the Authority at inception bringing vast experience in Human Resources Management, having worked in the public and private sector.
He is a holder of a BSc General Degree in Psychology from Zimbabwe Open University, BSc Honors Degree in Psychology from Zimbabwe Open University, MSc Degree in Strategic Management from Chinhoyi University of Technology, an IPMZ Higher Diploma with Honors in Human Resources Management, as well as an IPMZ Diploma in Personnel Management. He is currently studying a PHD management science in Leadership and Complexity with Durban University of Technology.
Brian is a member of the Institute of Directors Zimbabwe (IoDZ), Institute of People Management Zimbabwe (IPMZ) and a certified nuclear security person from the World Institute of Nuclear Security (WINS, Austria). He is also a member of the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) Board.
Mr Innocent Mayida joined Authority in 2011, occupying various roles in the Technical Services department before being appointed Director Regulatory Services in 2022.
He holds an MSc in Nuclear Physics from the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa, B.Sc. Hons Physics from the Midlands and State University and an MBA from NUST.
With more than 15 years' experience in nuclear physics, Innocent has managed a number of national projects in the field of radiation and nuclear safety.
He has also participated in leadership development programs run by leading global institutions and he is a fellow of World Nuclear University.
Appointed substantive CEO effective 1 September 2020 having been acting CEO since 1 February 2019. Justice joined the Authority at inception and rose through the ranks until elevation to interim CEO.
Justice is a holder of a BSc General Degree (Biology and Geography) from the University of Zimbabwe, MSc Degree in Strategic Management from Chinhoyi University of Technology, MSc Degree in Safety, Health and Environmental Management from the Midlands State University, an IMM Diploma in Marketing as well as an IPMZ Diploma in Human Resources Development. At the time of his appointment as CEO he was finalizing studies for an MSc Degree in International Affairs at the Midlands State University.
He has developed a strong passion for institutional development and management driven by his role as an IAEA expert on Integrated Management Systems (IMS). He has been involved in a number of expert and peer review missions to a number of countries in Africa and Europe on effective management of regulatory infrastructures.
Justice is the Co-Chair of the International Conference of the Safety and Security of Radiation Sources to be held in 2022.
Job Titles:
- Chief Finance Officer of the Authority
Mr Lovemore Mazuru is the Chief Finance Officer of the Authority having joined at inception as the Finance, Human Resources and Administration Manager. A holder of a Master of Science (MSc.) degree in Finance and Investments, Bachelor of Commerce (Hons) degree (Banking and Finance), Intermediary level in Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA UK), and Projects Management qualification from India.
Lovemore is the immediate past Board Member (Finance Expert) of Zimbabwe AIDS Network - an umbrella body for all organisations doing HIV/AIDS advocacy in the country, and currently seats on Rise and Shine Foundation, a PVO dealing with youth empowerment and poverty alleviation in the disadvantaged communities.
Job Titles:
- Director of the Department of Civil Protection
Mr N. Nkomo is the Director of the Department of Civil Protection in the Ministry of Local Government, Public Works and National Housing.
He holds a Bachelor of Honours Degree in Politics and Administration and MSc Degree in Strategic Management.
He has been within the Public Service since 1991.
He was appointed as an ex-officio member of the 2nd Radiation Protection Board in July 2017.
In the 3rd Radiation Protection Board he sits in the Audit Committee and the Legal, Human Resources and Risk Management Committee.
Job Titles:
- Legal Advisor to the Office
Mr Charumbira is the Legal Advisor to the Office of the President and Cabinet, a position he attained in 2016 after having been the Deputy Legal Advisor to the Office of the President and Cabinet from 2012. Prior to this, Mr Charumbira was employed by the Zimbabwe Republic Police where he rose up the ranks from Sergeant in 2004 to the professional level of Senior Law Officer and promoted to the rank of Chief Superintendent in 2012.
Job Titles:
- Vice Chairperson
- Director of the Climate Change Management Departmenhe Ministry of Environment
- Director of the Climate Change Management Department
- Vice Chairperson / Finance Committee Chair
Mr W. Zhakata is the Director of the Climate Change Management Departmenhe Ministry of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry.
Prior to this position, he worked for the Meteorological Services Department before joining the academia as a lecturer at the University of Zimbabwe in the Geography and Environment in ttal Science Department before joining the UNDP as National Programme Coordinator for Climate Change.
He is a seasoned Africa Group lead climate change negotiator and has experience in the following areas: Atmospheric Physics, Greenhouse gas inventorying, environmental management, early warning systems for food security, environmental policy, Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and carbon markets, and sectoral impact assessments, inclusive of agriculture, biodiversity, health, and others.
He served as a member of the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) Executive Board of the United Nations on carbon trading from 2012 to 2017, and now sits on the Emission Factors Editorial Board of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
He is also a Zimbabwe Agricultural Society Council Member.
He holds a Msc in Engineering (Specialisation -Atmospheric Physics) (Meteorology).
He was appointed as Vice Chairperson and member of the 3rd Radiation Protection Board in August 2019, where he also serves as the Chairperson of the Finance Committee.
Job Titles:
- Trustee
- Director Internal Audit for ZBC
- Internal Audit Manager for the Scientific Industrial Research and Development Centre
Mrs L.M Chikerema is the Director Internal Audit for ZBC. She has over 20 years auditing experience from having worked as an Internal Audit Manager for SIRDC from 2007 to April 2021, an audit team leader at the Zimbabwe National Army from 1998- 2004 as well as an external auditor as the Acting Deputy Director in the Audit Comptroller and Auditor General's Office from 2004 to 2007. She holds an Mcomm Strategic Management and Corporate Governance, Bcomm Accounting (honours), HND Business Studies and an Intermediary Certificate CIS.
Mrs Chikerema is the Internal Audit Manager for the Scientific Industrial Research and Development Centre (SIRDC), a position she has held since 2007. She has over 20 years auditing experience having worked as an auditor at the Zimbabwe National Army from 1998 to 2004 as well as an external auditor in government at the Auditor General's Office where she rose through the ranks from 2004 to 2007 to become the Acting Deputy Director of Audit.
She holds aMcomm Strategic Management and Corporate Governance degree, Bcomm Accounting (honours) degree, HND Business Studies, CIS Intermediary Certificate and is currently pursuing an Msc Accounting and Finance Degree.
Mrs Chikerema is also a Trustee in the Board of Trustees for the Harare Diocese Anglican Church (CPCA). She was appointed as a member of the 2 nd Radiation Protection Board in September 2018 where she serves as the Chairperson of the Audit Committee and also sits on Legal, Human Resources and Risk Management Committee.
Mrs S. Gundu is a Human Resources expert with over 30 years multi-sectoral experience covering private companies, parastatals, non-governmental organisations and small to medium sized enterprises, inter-alia. Her expertise is in the areas of Human Resources and Business Strategy, Talent Management, Performance Management among others. She runs a Human Resources Consultancy and Recruitment Agency which was launched in 1990.
She is a holder of an ILO Certificate in Human Resources Management and Strategic Management, IPMZ Diploma, MComm Strategic Management and Corporate Governance and a Masters in Business Administration.
Mrs Kamtepfa, is the Deputy Director for Human Resources in the Ministry of Energy and Power Development, a post she has held since 2018 and is responsible for strategic human resources.
Ms Tatenda Mawokomatanda is currently the Acting Deputy Director for Water Resources Planning and Development in the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development mandated to produce strategic plans for the sustainable utilization of the Country's Water Resources.
She is a holder of an MSC degree in Water management specializing in Water Resources Management and a Bachelor of Engineering Honours Degree in Civil and Water Engineering from IHE Delft Institute for Water Education and the National University of Science and Technology respectively with seventeen years of working experience.
She was appointed to the 3rd Radiation Protection Board in May 2021 where she sits on the Audit Committee and the Risk Management Committee.
Job Titles:
- Certified Internal Auditor
Mrs V. Chinyadza is a Certified Internal Auditor and is currently the Head of Department Internal Audit, Steward Bank, a position she has held since 2012. She has over 17 years of experience, having held various posts including Senior Auditor at Deloitte from 2004 to 2006, started up and running a consulting business, and further setting up the Internal Audit Department for TN Holdings in her capacity as Group Internal Audit Manager from 2009 to
Ms Vongai Mavurayi-Mutanga joined the Authority at its inception in 2010 as the Legal and Corporate Secretary, before being appointed Company Secretary in 2022.
Over the years, she has successfully implemented corporate governance principles in state enterprises.
Ms Mavurayi-Mutanga is a registered lawyer, conveyancer and notary public.
She holds a Bachelor of Laws Honours degree from the University of Zimbabwe and a Masters in Business Administration from the National University of Science and Technology.
She has also attended the International School of Nuclear Law in Montpellier, France.
Ms. Nokuthula Ncube is the Regional Manager at the Radiation Protection Authority of Zimbabwe with more than 12 years of experience in regulatory work. Her role entails managing the regulatory body's Southern Regional Office where she oversees the regional regulatory activities, technical services and regional office management.
Ms. Ncube has a Master of Science Degree in Medical Physics and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Applied Physics with the National University of Science and Technology. She has attended various international conferences and workshops on radiation safety and security and is also an internationally recognized expert within the area of Radiation Safety for Medical Applications.
Prof R. Masanganise Professor Masanganise is the Dean of the University Of Zimbabwe College of Health Sciences. He holds a Master of Medical Sciences Clinical Epidemiology and a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery and was a fellow of the of the Royal College of Ophthalmologists in the United Kingdom. He has over 20 years experience in research and lecturing of Health Sciences and has numerous publications under his name.