We Carry The Nation

OUR MISSION

To promote and coordinate the advancement of the road transport industry in Zimbabwe and adjacent territories in the best interest of the members of the Association and the general public.

As a certified employer’s organization in terms of the Act, the TOAZ strives to enhance the image, efficiency, productivity & competitiveness of the transport operating industry and in so doing establish a healthy business environment through the promotion of highway safety and educational programs.

OUR OBJECTIVES

Foster sound industrial relations within the law and encourage the settlement of disputes by conciliatory methods.

Promote, support or oppose, as may be beneficial, any proposed legislation or other measures affecting the interests of members.

Co-operate or affiliate with any other body, person or group having objectives similar to those of the Association. This is particularly the case with other national associations in the region.

Provide a quality information service to members particularly on industrial relations and road, motor & transportation legislation.

Improve the effectiveness of the private sector’s role in shaping public sector policies affecting the Transport Industry and offer members a cost effective service portfolio which enhances their individual performances and competitiveness.

Promote the integration and collaboration between players of all sizes and backgrounds and serve as the competence center to enhance industrial performance.

Provide the link between government departments, government agencies, regional bodies and transport operators.

2023 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The TOAZ is managed by an executive committee elected from the current members list.

Chairman
Albert Bere – J&J Transport

Vice Chairman
Jeppe Soendergaard – Cross Country

Previous Past Chairman
Adrian Chant – Alro Transport

Executive Committee Members
Adrian Smuts – Strauss Logistics
Clint Ashdown – Nicnel Plant & Equipment
Dale Charters – Ukhozi Transport
Joseph Nota – GDC/Whelson Transport
Andre Van Der Merwe – Tribal Logistics
Tom Craven – Colbro Transport
Farai Munyawarara – FMB Haulage
Jacob Lombard – Dharwizi
Dave Garnett – Leopack Transport

Members Co-opted By Executive Committee
Samuel Makore – Bakers Inn logistics
Berti Moreira – Cargo Carriers
Andre van der Merwe – African Connection Logistics
Penny Kambanje – Nicks Motors

Members Co-opted By Executive Committee
Benny Basson – National Dairy Co-operative
John Dube – Delta Beverages Transport
Vittorio Bongiovanni – Concrete Structure

Alternate Executive Committee Members
Canaan Kaseke for Dave Garnett
Chris Wallwork for Rob Kuipers
Keith Murray for Dale Charters
Kuno Mawire for Joseph Nota
Merlyn Chant for Adrian Chant

THE TOAZ TEAM

The Executive Committee operates through the Association Secretariat’s permanent staff:

Wilfred Ramwi
Chief Executive Officer
0773 015 439
Talent Nhanda
Bookkeeper
0776 204 241
Jessie Kambarazina
Membership Secretary
0784 508 040

OUR STAKEHOLDERS

TOAZ enjoys ongoing relations with the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development as well as the following local and regional organisations and governmental institutions: