Chiedza Valerie Maenzanise

Executive Vice President at Global Agribusiness Professionals Institute| Bridging finance & agribusiness in Africa | Fundability, market access & sustainable systems (SDG 12) | Telling Africa’s stories via Axis House

Harare, Zimbabwe

About

I work at the intersection of finance and agribusiness, focusing on one simple question: Why do so many promising businesses struggle to access capital, scale, or reach the right markets? From my experience in banking and working closely with agribusinesses, the issue is rarely just funding. More often, it is fundability, structure, and market alignment. At the core of my work is a strong interest in building systems that are not only profitable, but sustainable. I am particularly passionate about advancing responsible production and consumption practices, especially in the context of African agribusiness. Over time, my work has evolved into helping businesses: • become investment-ready • strengthen their commercial operations • reduce post-harvest losses through better systems • connect to viable markets and opportunities I currently serve as Executive Vice President and Partnerships Lead at the Global Agribusiness Professionals Institute, where I focus on building ecosystems that support agribusiness growth. Alongside this, I am building Axis House, a platform focused on telling the stories of African founders, operators, and builders, while creating visibility, credibility, and meaningful connections. My interests sit at the intersection of: • agribusiness and finance • sustainability and market systems (aligned with SDG 12) • African enterprise and global positioning If you are building, investing in, or supporting African businesses, I am always open to meaningful conversations.

Experience

  • Axis House (3 mos)
    • Managing Director
      Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

    • Editor in Chief
      Apr 2026 - Present · 3 mos

  • Global Agribusiness Professionals Institute (Harare, Zimbabwe · On-site)
    • Executive Vice President
      Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

    • Partnerships Lead
      Oct 2025 - Present · 9 mos

  • Account Relationship Banker at BancABC Zimbabwe
    Jan 2024 - Apr 2026 · 2 yrs 4 mos

  • Old Mutual ZW (Full-time · 2 yrs 7 mos)
    • Senior Client Services Consultant
      Nov 2023 - Jan 2024 · 3 mos

    • Teller (CABS)
      Jul 2021 - Nov 2023 · 2 yrs 5 mos

  • Back Office Clerk at BancABC Zimbabwe
    Jun 2021 - Jun 2021 · 1 mo