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CGICE TRUST SOUTHERN AFRICA : Rural Business and Research School (RBRS) Rationale Paper: “THE CENTRE OF EXCELLENCY” “

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•Mindset With Visual Thinking. •Empowering People through Education and training. •Anti-corruption -anti-poverty -working together

•Putting research in action so that what is learnt will not be lost. •Education after unversity is geared towards creating an innovative, knowledge based economy within the Region. •Rural Business Education for empowerment and anti-poverty

•Your Regional gateway to your Global Business, Public Health,Sustainable development and Corporate Governance Research and Training •Dedicated to the study and application of responsible Corporate Governance Principles,African Rural Business and Research

ABOUT CGICE- Rural Business and Research School. (CGICE: RBARS)-Corporate Governance and Investment Centre of Excellency TRUST strives to become known as the dominant centre for the research, training, application of responsible corporate governance principles worldwide, public community health programs and the application of rural business schools for our Land based industry. With over 60 % of the population in the Member States of the Africa Union (AU) living in rural areas, which cover 91 % of the territory, rural development is a vitally important policy area. Agriculture, tourism and forestry remain crucial for the land use and the management of natural resources in the AU's rural areas, and as a platform for economic diversification in rural communities. The strengthening of AU rural development policy is, therefore, an overall CGICE TRUST priority. CGICE TRUST is proposing to support the economic recovery of Zimbabwe and other African countries by strengthening the sustainable development through rural business and research schools throughout the continent. 

improving the competitiveness of the agricultural, tourism, and forestry sector;

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improving the environment and the countryside;

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improving the quality of life in rural areas and encouraging diversification of the rural economy;

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promoting climate Change programs and participation within the rural communities;

The Rural Business School combines education, training, business support and applied research for rural industries. Our educational and developmental programs range from one-day vocational workshops, up to degrees in Agriculture, Rural Tourism and Agri-Food. We are committed to research and the rural industry development, a commitment underpinned by our continuous investment. Our strategy to establish Agri-Food initiative includes the construction of an Agri-Food Innovation Centre, which offers advisory, training, support services to small and large food, and drink manufacturing businesses for sustainable development and empowerment programs.

Our vision: Developing the essence of humankind and addressing social issues in the fields of health, education, environment, income generation, anti-corruption, anti-poverty, HIV/AIDS prevention and community development in the broadest sense.

Vision for the rural environment: We believe that the rural environment presents extraordinary and exciting opportunities in a changing world. We recognize the critical role, which the rural environment has to play in the world‟s response to challenges such as food production, energy generation, waste management, biodiversity and environmental sustainability. As the agenda for land use changes, sometimes dramatically, knowledge will be a key driver. Mission: Developing frameworks to ensure sustainable provision of research and development, education, skills and knowledge transfer in the land based sector and rural community. Supporting the Southern Africa‟s responses to the strategic challenges of food, energy, climate change, HIV/AIDS and the environment. Supporting the region in its ambitions and visions for farming, food, anti-poverty, anti-corruption, public community health and the environment. Supporting the land based sector in achieving funding and resources. Objectives: To plan and implement rural business and research projects for all aspects of rural living and ensure participation and coordination of the surplus educational personnel in developing rural areas. Provide facilities for community development and incentives and equipments to attract educated youth for rural development services and undertake research in sciences or applied sciences related to the work of the society.

THE SOCIO-ECONOMIC ISSUES: There are socio-economic issues - such as rural transport and infrastructure, HIV/AIDS pandemic- people around the world continue to suffer and die from this disease, which often robs them of family, social networks and ways to make a living , and an ageing

population - which can be better addressed by collaborative work rather than isolated studies. CGICE is convinced that institutions have to become highly flexible to better serve the emerging demands of the rural environment and the climate change facing the whole world. THE CHALLENGE OF RURAL LEADERSHIP The future for rural industries has never been more challenging. The domination of food supply by multinational companies; changing consumer attitudes; increased demands for countryside access and changes to government and political representation, nationally, regionally and internationally, are just some of the obstacles the industry is facing. Attending the training workshops and courses one will develop an understanding and awareness of strategic issues likely to affect one‟s own business, become a better motivator and communicator, help to increase the influence of the rural community, nationally and internationally and to gain a greater insight into the political, financial and environmental challenges affecting the future of rural industries Welcome to the Rural Business School, where we combine education, training, business support and applied research for rural industries. CGICE TRUST-RBARS VOCATIONAL TRAINING SCHEME (VTS) The Vocational Training Scheme is again „Open for business‟ across the whole of the African Continent however emphasis is put on the Southern region and strategic partnership with the rest of similar outfits in the African continent and internationally with exchange programs and rural business markets. The VTS programme, successfully delivered by CGICE‟s Rural Business and Research School and its partners, will be extended to cover the whole Southern Africa region. Through funding from the donor community, intergovernmental, corporate, mining and agricultural industries and fund raising investment through projects run by the rural business school and its research centers. CGICE TRUST will go into strategic partnership agreements on a regional extension of VTS, which provides education, training and support for land-based industries. The regional VTS project is set up to deliver training through the CGICE‟s Rural Business and Research School in partnership with the other Land based Colleges and

private Training Providers, across Africa. We also collaborate with national and international agricultural research institutes to make sure that new technologies and practices are available to our farmer partners. This means that the farming and forestry industries in Southern Africa will now also have the benefit of access to supported skills, technology and business training; all very much demand-led, the aim is to improve business performance, profitability and care for the environment. What we do. Training events, courses and group extension activities aimed at developing expertise and skills in technical and business related activities relevant to land based businesses. Training programs are designed to be flexible to address the needs of individuals and groups. These broadly cover the following areas: TAILOR- MADE PROGRAMS;  Farm Wise, Procurement and Logistics Education Programs  Food and Security Awareness Education Programs.       

Technical and husbandry issues across all sectors. Financial management and Banking. Costing and prizing management Business management and planning. Personnel and staff development Export readiness Merchandising for retail shops and open booths markets

 Book keeping and accounting               

Marketing Diversification and Production and operations development Rural tourism development Computer training and its use on farms and in rural business. Environmental Management Climate change awareness and management programs Renewal Energy Programs Human Rights Law and Order Contract performance management Public Health Community Programs Social Welfare women entrepreneurial and community development programs Project Management Organizational Behavior and Human Resources

 Effective Management and Administration  Succession &Retirement plan on Family Farms and business  Writing wills

Rural Policy Development Management and Research ;( RPD-MAR) The RPD-MAR is an inter-disciplinary team of social scientists interested in the rural economy and society with a special focus on agricultural, environmental and bioenergy policy; sustainable land management; agro-food regulation; sustainable communities; the social and economic development of agriculture; and the impacts of climate change on farming and land use. While most RPD-MAR research is conducted in the Southern African Region, it also has an interest in Other African Regional Blocks, In addition to conducting research; RPD-MAR staff play an active role in rural policy development (RPD). Policy development and management;  Integrated rural development  Rural and urban development  Community-driven development  Local economic development  Sustainable livelihoods management  Land management and development  Facilitation, planning and management of rural development  Rethinking governance  Agricultural development and management

Why have rural development policies?  The CGICE TRUST believes that an active rural development policy helps us to achieve valuable goals for our RURAL and for the people who live and work there.  The Southern Africa rural areas are a vital part of its physical make-up and its identity. According to research, more than 80 % of the territory of Southern Africa is "rural", and this area is home to more than 56 % of its population. Furthermore, Southern Africa's fantastic range of striking and beautiful landscapes are among the things that give it its character – from mountains to steppe and the sea fronts, from great forests to rolling fields.  Many of our rural areas face significant challenges. Some of our farming, rural tourism and forestry businesses still need to build their competitiveness. More generally, average income per head is lower in rural regions than in our towns and cities, while the skills base is narrower and

the service sector is less developed. Also, caring for the rural environment often carries a financial cost.  On the other hand, the Southern Africa rural areas have a great deal to offer. It gives us essential raw materials. Its value as a place of beauty, rest and recreation – when we look after it – is self-evident. It acts as our lungs, and is therefore a battleground for the fight against climate change. Many people are attracted by the idea of living and/or working there, provided that they have access to adequate services and infrastructure.  This means that the CGICE‟s capacity building for jobs and growth and its strategy for sustainable development are just as relevant to our rural areas as to our towns and cities.  The SADC‟s rural development policy should be all about meeting the challenges faced by our rural areas, and unlocking their potential. Why have common rural development policies?  Theoretically, individual SADC Member States could decide and operate completely independent rural development policies. However, this approach would work poorly in practice. Not all countries in the SADC would be able to afford the policy, which they needed. Moreover, many of the issues addressed through rural development policy do not divide up neatly at national or regional boundaries, but affect people further afield (for example, pollution crosses borders all too easily; and more generally, environmental sustainability has become an Africa and international concern). Also, rural development policy has links to a number of other policies set at SADC level. How we work;

 The Centre Of Excellency carries out its work by means of policy- linked research, training, technical cooperation, capacity building, publications, conference activities, advocacy and advisory.  It collaborates with governments, intergovernmental organizations, academics, students, business community, civil societies and public communities. Funding;

 We are able to accomplish this project only by sourcing funding/sponsorship, forming strategic partnerships/alliances with regional and international institutions, corporations, NGOs, Governments, business communities and well-wishers.

 We are appealing for any form of funding/sponsorship/partnership for the success of this non-profit making public interest organization. Enhance your social responsibility by collaborating with CGICE for a good cause. Visit our web site www.southernafrica-cgice.org. Capacity:

 We are a dedicated team of International Lawyers, Business Strategists, Educators, Engineers, Social Scientist, Public Health and Corporate Governance Professionals with a network of consultants and academics operating locally and internationally with the common objectives.  Interested professionals are welcome to submit their resume or articles via our web site www.southernafrica-cgice.org  Author; George Murena Program Advisor PRINCIPAL FACILITATORS No

Name of Consultant

Qualifications

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Mr. George Murena

MBA in Finance, LLM in International Commercial Law, LLB(Hons)Law, PGD in Commercial Arbitration(ACIArb), Dip In Public Health Studies,

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Mr. Jimcal Pfumorodze LLM International Trade, Development & Business, LLB (Hons) Law , CISA,

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Mr.Munyaradzi Mapanzura Msc Finance, CISA, Dip in Health Studies.

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Mr. Robert Muteeganda MBA-Marketing, BSc –Food Sciences

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Mr. Alex Malunga MA, Med. PGLELT, DipELT;

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Mr .Amos Tinanrwo MBA, Bsc-Economics, FIIS

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Miss. Angela Runganga BSc In Banking & Finance).

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Mr. Patrick Ncube BA In Economics

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Mr.Huggins Duri

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Mr.Erasmuss Madziva

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Ms.Nomathemba Sibanda

BSc Human Resources

Information Technolodge

BSc (Honors) In Applied Mathematics, Certificate in Research Methodology, Certificate in Data Management , Certificate in Basic Statistics and Data Analysis Certificate in Advanced Biostatistics and Data Analysis

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Mr Luke Chikosi

BBS in Banking and Finance