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His Excellency Ambassador Leonard Chidziwa is a distinguished figure in the realms of diplomacy, business, and humanitarianism. Born and raised in Southern Africa, he developed a passion for fostering growth and development
across the continent from a young age.
Throughout his career, Ambassador Chidziwa has held numerous esteemed positions, including serving as the President of the Southern Africa Development Initiators, where he spearheaded initiatives aimed at fostering regional cooperation and sustainable development. His leadership in this role earned him recognition and accolades, including the prestigious Business Investment Leadership Excellence Award.
Beyond his professional accomplishments, Ambassador Chidziwa is deeply committed to humanitarian causes, exemplified by his efforts to feed thousands of families in Malawi and his assistance to a young girl in Zimbabwe, who had one leg to get an artificial leg to help her to walk kilometers to school.
Ambassador Chidziwa’s passion for promoting African culture and cinema led him to serve as a global ambassador for various festivals and events, including the Cape Town Film Marketing and Festival and the Afro International Market & Festival.
Today, Ambassador Leonard Chidziwa continues to make a profound impact as the Head of Africa Operations for the Global Wealth Centre and as an official emissary and advisor to the State, Cherokee Nation, and the Red Fire People. His unwavering
dedication to advancing the interests of Africa and its people, coupled with his visionary leadership and commitment to excellence, solidify his position as a respected figure on the world stage.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
GLOBAL WEALTH CENTRE HEAD OF AFRICA OPERATIONS
Leading operations in Africa for the Global Wealth Centre, overseeing investment strategies and fostering economic growth across the continent.
OFFICIAL EMISSARY AND ADVISOR OF THE STATE, CHEROKEE NATION, AND THE RED FIRE PEOPLE
Serving as an official emissary and advisor to the State, providing guidance on diplomatic matters and fostering relations between nations.
ACHIEVEMENTS
2018-2019 BUSINESS INVESTMENT LEADERSHIP EXCELLENCE AWARD
Received special recognition for excellence in investment advisory services, entrepreneurship, business networking,
and development.
AFRO INTERNATIONAL MARKET & FESTIVAL GLOBAL AMBASSADOR (2021-2022)
Represented the Afro International Film Market and Festival on a global scale, promoting African cinema and cultural exchange.
BEITBRIDGE BUSINESS SUMMIT & AWARDS GUEST SPEAKER (2021)
Delivered keynote speeches and shared insights on business development and investment opportunities.
UNITED NATIONS ECONOMIC COMMISSION FOR AFRICA SOUTHERN AFRICA CONFERENCE (2023)
Served as a special invited guest at the Intergovernmental Committee of Senior Officials and Experts for Southern Africa, contributing expertise on economic development.
BOARD MEMBER, STYLE ICON ZIMBABWE AWARDS (2022-2023)
Played a key role in recognizing and celebrating excellence in fashion and style in Zimbabwe.
CHAIRMAN, AFRICAN YOUNG AND ELDERS FORUM
Led initiatives to bridge generational gaps and promote dialogue and collaboration across African communities.
FORMER PRESIDENT, SOUTHERN AFRICA DEVELOPMENT INITIATORS (2019-2022)
Spearheaded development projects and initiatives aimed at fostering regional cooperation and sustainable growth.
BRAND AMBASSADOR TO AFRICA, INDIA PONALAB BIOGROWTH PRIVATE LIMITED
Promoted biogrowth initiatives and sustainable practices in Africa on behalf of the Indian company.
TIMELINE OF ACHIEVEMENTS
2018-2019
Served as Cape Town Film Marketing and Festival Ambassador and received the Business Investment Leadership Excellence Award
2021
Became a Guest Speaker at the Beitbridge Business Summit & Awards.
2022
Appointed as a Board Member of the Style Icon Zimbabwe Awards and conducted humanitarian work in Malawi under the Joyce Banda Foundation.
2023
Held various roles including Chairman of the African Young and Elders Forum, Special Invited Guest at the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa Southern Africa Conference, and Guest of Honor at ZamFest in Zambia.
2024
Honored as Entrepreneur of the Year at the Festival Awards in Cape Town and continued to serve in various capacities, including as the Global Wealth Centre Head of Africa Operations and Official Emissary and Advisor of the State, Cherokee Nation, and the Red Fire People.
APPOINTMENTS AND HONORS
CAPE TOWN FILM MARKETING AND FESTIVAL AMBASSADOR (2018-2019)
Represented and promoted the Cape Town Film Marketing and Festival globally.
GUEST OF HONOR, ZAMBIA FESTIVAL CZAMFEST) 2023
Officiated the opening ceremony of the ZamFest, highlighting the importance of cultural exchange and celebration.
HUMANITARIAN WORK IN MALAWI
Fed approximately 3000 families in the Republic of Malawi under the invitation of the Joyce Banda Foundation, demonstrating a commitment to humanitarian efforts.
ASSISTANCE TO A YOUNG GIRL IN ZIMBABWE
Organized assistance for a young girl in Hwange, Zimbabwe, providing her with an artificial leg to facilitate her journey to school.
