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Livingstone Takudzwa Gwata is the Independent Non-Executive Chairman at Fidelity Life Assurance Ltd. (Zimbabwe), Independent Non-Executive Chairman at ABC Holdings Ltd. since 2018, and an Associate at The Institute of Bankers In South Africa.
Former positions include Group Chief Executive Officer at FBC Holdings Ltd. from 1998 to 2011, Chairman-Council at the University of Zimbabwe, Chairman at Rainbow Tourism Group Ltd., Chairman at Allied Timbers Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd., Chairman at Securities & Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe, Independent Non-Executive Director at Tanganda Tea Co. Ltd. from 2021 to 2026, and President at the Institute of Bankers of Zimbabwe.
Education includes undergraduate studies at the University of Zimbabwe.
Livingstone Gwata active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
| ABC HOLDINGS LIMITED | Chairman | 01/12/2018 |
| FIDELITY LIFE ASSURANCE OF ZIMBABWE LTD | Chairman | - |
The Institute of Bankers In South Africa | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Former positions of Livingstone Gwata
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
Tanganda Tea Co. Ltd.
Tanganda Tea Co. Ltd. Food: Major DiversifiedConsumer Non-Durables Produces, packs and distributes tea products | Director/Board Member | 27/03/2026 |
| FBC HOLDINGS LIMITED | Chief Executive Officer | 31/05/2011 |
University of Zimbabwe
University of Zimbabwe Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
| RAINBOW TOURISM GROUP LIMITED | Chairman | - |
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| Private companies | 9 |
|---|---|
Tanganda Tea Co. Ltd.
Tanganda Tea Co. Ltd. Food: Major DiversifiedConsumer Non-Durables Produces, packs and distributes tea products | Consumer Non-Durables |
FBC Holdings Ltd.
FBC Holdings Ltd. Regional BanksFinance Provides commercial banking and financial services | Finance |
University of Zimbabwe
University of Zimbabwe Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Rainbow Tourism Group Ltd.
Rainbow Tourism Group Ltd. Hotels/Resorts/Cruise linesConsumer Services Owns and operates hotels | Consumer Services |
Fidelity Life Assurance Co. Ltd. (Zimbabwe)
Fidelity Life Assurance Co. Ltd. (Zimbabwe) Life/Health InsuranceFinance Operates a holding company engaged in providing life assurance, employee benefits, asset management, medical insurance and actuarial services | Finance |
ABC Holdings Ltd.
ABC Holdings Ltd. Financial ConglomeratesFinance Provides financial and asset management services | Finance |
The Institute of Bankers In South Africa | |
Institute of Bankers of Zimbabwe
Institute of Bankers of Zimbabwe The Institute of Bankers of Zimbabwe is a professional educational institution dedicated to training current and future bankers to meet the evolving demands of the financial services industry in Zimbabwe. The non-profit company is based in Harare, Zimbabwe. It offers qualifications such as the bankers diploma and certificate in microfinance, providing foundational banking and financial knowledge with options for specialization or a generalist approach. The certificate in microfinance is designed for microfinance practitioners and related professionals, covering topics including microfinance, corporate governance, and financial accounting. The institute supports professional recognition, career advancement, and continuous professional development through workshops, events, online tutorials, and a knowledge hub. Membership categories include fellow, associate, ordinary, and affiliate, with benefits such as access to industry insights, networking opportunities, and resources for career growth. The institute maintains connections with local banks, policymakers, and international counterparts, and promotes values like teamwork, agility, resilience, trust, and empathy. Additional offerings include a magazine, newsletters, conferences, and sports tournaments to enhance professional standards and industry sustainability. | |
Allied Timbers Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd.
Allied Timbers Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd. Forest ProductsNon-Energy Minerals Manufactures and wholesales sawn timber, poles, and other value added timber based products | Non-Energy Minerals |
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