About – ZIRUP

About Zirup

Zimbabwe Institute for Regional & Urban Planners (ZIRUP) is a professional body established to regulate, promote, and advance the planning profession in Zimbabwe. The institute unites urban planners, regional planners, technicians, students, and professionals across various sectors to enhance the practice of planning in Zimbabwe’s urban and rural environments

Mission

ZIRUP's mission is to promote and uphold the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and excellence in urban and regional planning. The institute strives to foster a well-regulated environment where professional planning contributes to the sustainable development of communities, cities, and regions. Through education, advocacy, and collaboration, ZIRUP aims to influence urban planning policy and promote practices that balance economic growth, environmental protection, and social equity

Vision

To be the leading professional body for urban and regional planning in Zimbabwe, setting the standard for sustainable development practices that benefit the public, government, and private sectors.

Values

Professionalism: Maintaining high ethical standards and accountability in the planning profession.
Sustainability: Promoting practices that consider long-term environmental, economic, and social impacts.
Public Service: Advocating for planning solutions that benefit the general public and improve the quality of life in Zimbabwe’s urban and regional spaces.
Collaboration: Building partnerships with government agencies, the private sector, non-governmental organizations, and educational institutions to advance planning practice.
Innovation: Encouraging the use of cutting-edge technologies and methodologies in urban and regional planning

Our Team

Dr. A. Mudawu, President of ZIRUP and CEO of Human Settlements Experts, is a leading figure in sustainable urban planning, logistics, and development studies, driving innovative solutions and shaping future professionals in Zimbabwe.

Dr Admire Mudawu

President (ZIRUP)

Brilliant Mavhima, an experienced spatial planner with dual master’s degrees in Rural and Urban Planning and Data Science, combines technical expertise and innovation to advance sustainable urban development.

Brilliant Mavhima

Spatial Planner

A seasoned urban planner and GIS specialist with extensive qualifications, including a Master's in Urban Design and certifications in Digital Cities and Water Loss Management, this professional boasts significant achievements such as digitizing Kariba's infrastructure and establishing GIS offices for multiple municipalities while contributing as a consultant, lecturer, and city planner.

Panganayi Marange

Technician Committee Member

Shelton M. Sithole, Vice President of the Zimbabwe Institute of Regional and Urban Planners, is a seasoned town planner with over a decade of experience, dual master’s degrees,

Shelton M. Sithole

Town Planner

Faith Gandanzara.Holder of Diploma in Urban &Regional Planning,Bsc Hon Degree in Urban and Regional Planning. +5 years working experience in Planning field in Local Gvt environment.Current sitting Honorary Secretary of ZIRUP.

Faith Gandanzara

Honorary Secretary (ZIRUP)

Ashleen Kasambwa holder of BSc Hon in urban planning with 4years working experience in the planning field working in the private sector. Currently holding the operations manager position at Takmab Town Planning Consultancy and Construction. Committee of the zirup. Education committee

Ashleen Kasambwa

ZIRUP Member

Holder of a Certificate in Electrical Power Engineering Bsc Hon Degree in Urban and Regional Planning, Bsc Special Hon Degree in Monitoring and Evaluation, Masters in Public Policy in International Development Cooperation. +10 years working experience in Planning field in Local Gvt, at Management level. .Current Auditor for ZIRUP.

Sitembile Mangena

ZIRUP Auditor

Executive Director and Senior Consultant at TAKMAB Construction and Planning Consultancy Pvt Ltd. Holder of a MSc degree in Urban Design, BSc Honors degree in Rural and Urban Planning, BSc Honors degree in Geography and Environmental Studies, National Diploma in Regional and Urban Planning, Diploma in Biblical Studies and Christian Leadership, Postgraduate Certificate in Project Management and an Advanced Certificate in GIS. He is also the current HOD for Spatial Planning Department at Bindura Rural District Council. Has over 15 years of experience working as a Spatial Planner in Rural Local Authorities, Urban Local Authorities and in the Private Sector. He is the Current Treasurer of the Zimbabwe Institute of Regional and Urban Planning.

Takura Mabaya

Treasurer (ZIRUP)

Onias N Makanda is a holder of BSc Rural & Urban Planning and Masters In Development Studies. He has more than 15yrs of work experience in the areas of spatial planning; property management and rural development. Currently he is the Manager Housing & Social Services at Zvimba RDC and is holding the post of ZIRUP Auditor for 2 consecutive terms.

Onias N Makanda

ZIRUP (Auditor)

Andrew is a part time lecturer with the University of Zimbabwe. He is an academic and seasoned spatial planning practitioner. Andrew is the Executive Director for Astute Contractors since November 2019. Before this he was the Managing Director for Hello Project Developers for 8 years. He has authored and co-authored in refereed journals. Andrew is the immediate past President for Zimbabwe Institute for Regional and Urban Planning.

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Takura Mabaya

Treasurer (ZIRUP)

Onias N Makanda

ZIRUP (Auditor)

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