Institute Board
Board Members
The Institute Board has an oversight role of operations. It comprises of the President , Vice President and 10 members who are further devided into commitees covering important issues in our operations.

Joyline Murekachiro
President
Bsc HRUP (UZ), Msc Surveying (Reading University, London), MRICS, MBA (UZ), AREIZ,
Registered Valuer (VCZ), Registered Agent (EAC), Corporate Member (Zimbabwe Institute of
Regional and Urban Planners), Honorary Treasurer (ZIRUP), Supervisor (RICS), Examiner
(REIZ), Immediate Past Vice President (REIZ), President (Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe).
Joyline is a passionate and assertive Real Estate professional, who started her career at CB
Richard Ellis as an Assistant valuer, rose through the ranks to be a Valuer and is currently the
Property Investments Manager for the National Social Security Authority. She also
contributed immensely to the University of Zimbabwe Department of Architect, Real Estate
and Planning as a Part Time Lecturer. She has managed to attain the following:
Over 15 years experience in Town & Regional Planning.
Over 14 years of experience in Property Valuation (including portfolio valuations such as
Africa University, Hwange Colliery, Total, Stanbic, Barclays, Standard Chartered Bank,
Sable Chemicals, CBZ, Old Mutual, Hukuru).
Over 8 years of experience in Property Management.
Over 7 years of experience in Property Investments.
Over 7 years experience in Estate Agency.
She is a wife and a mother who enjoys baking and art and craft in her spare time.
- Phone:+263 718 462 483
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Desire Dube
Vice President
Desire has 15 years of professional real estate practise and has worked for Royal Properties and Express Real Estate. He is currently with John Pocock & Company as Registered Estate Agent & Valuer in Bulawayo. He is a registered real estate practitioner with the Estate Agents Council of Zimbabwe, The Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe and Valuers Council of Zimbabwe. He is a holder of BSc Hons in Property Development and Estate Management (First Division- NUST) and MSc in Real Estate Management (Distinction – UZ) . Desire is a core author of a journal publication titled Infrastructure Development and Property Values in lower income residential properties in Bulawayo, International Journal of Built Environment and Scientific Research Volume 2, Number 2. In addition,
Desire authored the Estate Agency Practice module for and on behalf of the Estate Agents Council of Zimbabwe. Desire is also a councillor of the Estate Agents Council of Zimbabwe.
- Phone:+263 718 463 923
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Pemberai Mutari
Board Member
25 years experience at a professional level & curently Principal Registered Estate Agent at
mutare real estate.
- Phone:+263 718 462 483
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Sherphard Mapiye
Board Member
FREI |MSc Real Estate(UZ)| EMBA(MSU)| BSc PDEM(NUST)| DBL Cand (MSU
Sherpard Mapiye brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the board, with over 25
years in the Zimbabwean real estate industry. His career trajectory exemplifies a deep
commitment to the profession, from his humble beginnings as a Valuation Assistant at
Mabikacheche and Associates in the late 1990s to his current role as the Principal Registered
Agent/Valuer for Seeff Properties, Commercial Hub. Sherpard has a proven track record of
success, having worked for several firms as a Principal Registered Agent. This experience
provides him with a comprehensive understanding of the real estate market in Zimbabwe,
encompassing various facets of the industry. His dedication to the real estate industry
extends beyond his professional practice. He actively contributes to the advancement of the
real estate sector through his role as a board member and Finance Chairperson for the Real
Estate Institute of Zimbabwe (REIZ). This leadership position allows him to influence industry standards and practices. Sherpard is passionate about sharing his knowledge and
fostering the next generation of real estate professionals. He serves as a Real Estate Lecturer at the University of Zimbabwe, Department of Architecture and Real Estate,
imparting valuable insights to students. A testament to his commitment to lifelong learning,
Sherpard is a Fellow Member of the Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe (FREI) and holds an impressive array of qualifications. These include an MSc in Real Estate Management (UZ), an
Executive MBA (MSU), and a BSc (Hons) in Property Development and Estate Management
(NUST). Furthermore, he is currently a Doctor of Business Leadership Degree candidate with
Midlands State University. Combined, Sherpard's experience, leadership, and academic pursuits makes him a valuable asset to the Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe Board.
- Phone:+263 718 463 923
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Tinashe Chimuto
Board Member
A seasoned Registered Valuer with over 15 years of extensive experience in the real estate
industry, I have cultivated a reputation for exceptional expertise in the realms of Property
Valuation, and Property Management. My proven track record of delivering high-quality
valuation services spans across Zimbabwe and other esteemed African nations, including
Kenya, Botswana, Zambia, and Tanzania, has solidified my standing as a respected figure
within the real estate sector. Driven by an unwavering commitment to excellence and
continuous professional development, Tinashe has amassed a wealth of invaluable
knowledge, experience, and a forward-thinking approach to the real estate landscape. This
unique combination of qualities has positioned me as an indispensable asset to any
organization or client seeking Real Property Consultancy Services.
- Phone:+263 718 462 483
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John Ndere
Board Member
John is the Managing Director for Dawn Property Consultancy (Private) Limited. He is a Fellow of The Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe, where is the immediate Past Vice President. John joined the Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe Board in 2017 and together with the past and current Board, assisted to implement the 5 years’ strategic plan for the Institute. John is also a member of The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and he is spearheading the revival of the RICS Zimbabwe Chapter. He is a member of Board of Examiners at the Estate Agents Council of Zimbabwe. He is also an active member of the Valuers Council of Zimbabwe, active member of The Institute of Directors Zimbabwe. Being an active member of the various institutions in Zimbabwe and abroad, John has vast experience in leadership in the real estate industry. John is an enterprising and seasoned real estate professional with over 20 years’ experience in property investments, property management, facilities management, property portfolio budgeting, real estate appraisal, real estate development and human resources development and management. He also has vast experience in the security industry in Zimbabwe.
Before joining Dawn Property Consultancy as Managing Director, John had a stint with First Mutual Properties Limited, a Zimbabwe Stock Exchange property company where he spearheaded growth of returns for various property owners. John chairs the Finance and Technical Committees of The Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe Board and is a member of the Education Committee. He is a former examiner, now moderating examinations at the Institute. Has relevant educational qualifications obtained from the University of Zimbabwe, University of Reading and The Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe. The Qualifications include an MBA & BSc Honors in Rural and Urban Planning, MSc Facilities Management and Postgraduate Diploma in Real Estate.
- Phone:+263 718 463 923
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Beaullah Tsikayi
Board Member
Beaullah Tsikayi has over 20 years’ experience in in Property Management and Valuation. She is Senior Estates Officer at City of Harare’s Valuation and Estates Management Division. She is a holder of a Bachelor of Science Honours Degree, First Division in Property Development and Estate Management from National University of Science and Technology, National Diploma in Valuation and Estate Management from Harare Polytechnic, Registered Estate Agent with the Estate Agents Council of Zimbabwe and Associate member of the Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe. Currently studying a Master’s Degree in Finance and Investment at University of Zimbabwe.
- Phone:+263 718 462 483
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Grace Mukahanana
Board Member
Grace Mukahanana is the Managing Director and Principal Registered Estate Agent for Rehoboth Realtors. She is a Board member of the Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe (REIZ) and former Registrar of The Estate Agents Council of Zimbabwe. Grace has 27 years working experience of which 19 years are in real estate & investments. She holds an MBA and a Bachelor of Business Studies Honours Degree, a Certificate in Investment and Portfolio Management all from the University of Zimbabwe.
She also holds an IMM Diploma in Marketing from the Institute of Marketing Management.A
certificate of proficiency (COP) from the Insurance Institute of Zimbabwe .Grace is a Registered Estate Agent and member of the Estate Agents Council. She is an Associate
member of the Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe (REIZ) Valuation and Agency Division.
Mrs. Mukahanana acquired her experience from organizations such as Old Mutual, Estate Agents Council, Africom, African Sun and PG. At Old Mutual where Grace spent a significant part of her career, she rose through the ranks in the property business from the role of Property Manager up to the position of General Manager. Prior to her current position, Grace was the Registrar of the Estate Agents Council Zimbabwe, the regulatory board for Estate Agents in Zimbabwe.Grace is a person of high integrity, a dedicated and committed member of the Real Estate industry who is committed in seeing the industry scale up to greater heights.
- Phone:+263 718 463 923
- Email:[email protected]

Progress Kamonere
Board Member
Mrs Progress Kamonere-Sibanda has over 15 years’ experience in the real estate sector. She started her career at CB Richard Ellis Property Consultancy in 2008 where she attained invaluable induction into both international and local real estate markets. Armed with determination to deepen her Industry knowledge and skills, Progress joined the Old Mutual Group in 2010 as an Assistant Property Portfolio Manager and rose through the ranks to become Head of Fund Management. Presently, she is the Head of Property Management at Mashonaland Holdings Limited. Progress possesses a wealth of experience in Strategic Management, Portfolio Management and Restructuring, Investment Appraisals, Property Valuations and Development amongst many others. She is a holder of a BSc Degree in Rural and Urban Planning from the University of Zimbabwe, MBA from NUST and a REIZ
Diploma amongst many other professional qualifications. She is currently studying for a master’s in real estate with the University of Pretoria, South Africa.
- Phone:+263 718 462 483
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Rumbidzai Dihwa
Board Member
She is Rumbidzai Dihwa, a renowned Chartered Valuation Surveyor and Enterpreneur.
HER ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS CONSISTS M.Sc. Rural and Urban Planning(2005, U.Z)
B.A General(1987, U.Z) Post Graduate Diploma in Land Economy(1992, University of Delph
Aberdeen Scotland) Currently studying Doctorate in Business Administration with Binary University, Malaysia.
- Phone:+263 718 463 923
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Polite Ngwenya
Board Member
Mr. P. Ngwenya is a real estate practitioner over with 15 years of experience. He is a holder of a Master’s degree in Real Estate Management, a Bachelor’s degree in Property Development and Estate Management, and additional diplomas—including one in Geographic Information Systems and Remote Sensing—it’s evident that he has a wealth of knowledge and expertise. His experience has covered real estate management, property valuations, auctioneering and property development. Mr. Ngwenya currently serves as a Principal Valuer in the Town Planning Department at City of Bulawayo.
- Phone:+263 718 462 483
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Tapuwa Chimbetete
Board Member
Tapuwa holds a Master’s Degree in Real Estate from the University of Pretoria and a BSc in Rural and Urban Planning from the University of Zimbabwe. He has certifications in ISO 9001:2008, Corporate Business Strategy, Investment and Portfolio Management, Project Management and Real Estate Investment analysis. Currently, he is Head and Principal Valuer for NMB Properties, a subsidiary of NMBZ Holdings. He has 15 years working experience in Development Planning and Real Estate from institutions such as CB Richard Ellis, ZAMCO and the City of Harare. Tapuwa is an Associate of the Real Estate Institute of Zimbabwe and a Member of the Valuers Council of Zimbabwe. His keen areas of interest are Real Estate Strategy Formulation and Implementation, Property Development, Research
and the integration of sustainability practice’s in Zimbabwe’s real estate space
- Phone:+263 718 463 923
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