In accordance with Securities Act the CEO has overall responsibility for creating, planning, implementing, and integrating the strategic direction of the Commission. This includes responsibility for all components and departments of SECZ. The CEO makes certain that the Commission’s leadership maintains constant awareness of both external and internal landscape and industry developments.
The mandate of the CEO is therefore to manage the day to day operations of the Commission and ensure that operations are consistent with policies developed by the Board and are carried out in such a way that meets the requirements of the Securities Act. The CEO leads, in conjunction with the Board, the development and implementation of the Commission’s strategy while ensuring that Commission procedures and overall management are designed in accordance with established Board policy. The CEO keeps the Board informed of existing or impending Board policy issues.
The CEO acts as a direct liaison between the Board and management of the Commission and communicates to the Board on behalf of management. The CEO also communicates on behalf of the Commission to employees, Government, the market and the public.
Acting Chief Executive Officer
Commissioner Tichaona Mushambadope is the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe (SECZim), effective 1 May 2026. He has served as a member of the SECZim Board of Commissioners since July 2024 and brings extensive experience in technology, software development, cyber security, banking, mining, health systems strengthening, and consultancy sectors.
Commissioner Mushambadope holds multiple academic and professional qualifications, including a DPhil in Computer Science (currently in progress), an MSc in Computer Science, a Master of Management in Information Technology, and a Master of Systems Development. He is also a Microsoft Certified Professional Developer.
Passionate about technology-driven transformation, he brings a forward-looking approach to capital markets regulation, with a focus on digital assets, fintech innovation, regulatory technology (RegTech), and supervisory technology (SupTech). His leadership combines technical expertise with governance insight to support efficient, transparent, and resilient financial markets.
