By TellZim Reporter
Bernadette Chipembere Tamba is a dynamic and multi-talented leader with a strong background in agribusiness, gender advocacy, and local governance. She is a seasoned sugarcane farmer and Director of Rhinocane Investments, bringing extensive experience in sustainable agriculture and women-led agribusiness.
Her commitment to community empowerment is reflected through her work as the Founder and Director of Women and Girls Matters Development Trust, a grassroots initiative advancing gender equality, women’s rights, and development in the Lowveld region.
Bernadette served with distinction in Chiredzi Town Council from 2001 to 2013, including a term as Deputy Council Chairperson, where she championed service delivery and women’s participation in local governance.
Her leadership extended nationally and continentally through roles in the Forum for African Elected Women and as Deputy Chairperson of the Women in Local Government Forum, where she advocated for inclusive leadership and policymaking.
She has received advanced training in grooming, leadership, and public service from various organizations, including Gender Links, where she was mentored by Priscilla Maposa and Colleen Lowe Morna, Women in Politics Support Unit (WIPSU), Urban Council Association of Zimbabwe (UCAZ), and Zimbabwe Local Government Association (ZILGA).
Additionally, she has been trained by the Urban Institute, Ministry of Women’s Affairs, Plan International – Chiredzi Office, and has received grooming and presentation training from Faith T. Bhebhe, as well as finance and management training from Tandi Mulovane.
Bernadette is also part of the ZimTrade “She Exporter” Class of 2024, a testament to her commitment to women’s economic empowerment and export readiness.
She is also the founder of Ladies Dream Trips, a wellness and appreciation initiative that curates travel experiences for hardworking women—from the fields to boardrooms—celebrating their contributions to society.
With a legacy rooted in service, empowerment, and enterprise, Bernadette continues to inspire and lead by example, fostering resilient communities and uplifting the voices of women and girls across Zimbabwe and beyond.
