About Us

Our History

The United Methodist Healthcare Trust was founded in 2017 as the successor organization to the then United Methodist Dental Service Program. This was in line with the organization’s strategic thrust to expand the dental services and also venture into other health services areas The Trust’s existence has been closesly embedded in the Unied Methodist Church Zimbabwe Episcopal Area (link) who are the main beneficiary of the Trust. The United Methodist Church started providing dental services in Zimbabwe at Nyadire Mission in 1964 which marked the birth of the current dental program operated by the Trust. The project grew from this humble beginning and was marked by multiple collaboration particularly with Swedish Global Ministries from 1980 to around 2000. The program has continued to grow and now operates 4 dental clinics (3 in Harare and 1 in Mutare ) and a medical clinic which started operations in 2021.

Our Mission

Our Mission is to continue to excel in the provision of quality healthcare services while upholding our standing as a reputable institution renowned for service excellence, dedicated staff, operating at the highest level of personal and business integrity.

Our Vision

To be a world class healthcare Services provider
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Core Values

We manage ourselves with dignity and an awareness of the impact of our behaviour on others at all times while demonstrating effectiveness and efficiency in all our interactions.

We are each personally accountable for the highest standards of behaviour, including honesty and fairness in all aspects of our work. We will consistently treat customers and company resources with the respect they deserve

We participate fully as team members, empowering each other by sharing knowledge and leveraging skills with cooperation and open communication in fulfilling our vision and purpose and in serving our clients effectively.

We are ready and willing to give of ourselves with an open heart and mind promoting compassion in the feelings and thoughts of others and use the insights available from this relationship in a constructive manner to assist ourselves and others to grow and mature.

We put forth our personal and professional best, providing the highest quality of service and fully commit ourselves to continuous improvement, seeking to set the recognized performance standards within our industry.

LEADERSHIP

Board Members

MR AMBROSE MATIKA

Board Chair

With 33 years experience at CABS and Old Mutual, as Managing Director of Old Mutual Shared Services, Old Mutual companies in Zimbabwe from 2009 to 2012. His expertise spans Finance, IT, Risk Management and General Management.

PROF. MAKUNIKE MUTASA

Vice Board Chair

Professor of Pathology at the University Of Zimbabwe College Of Health Sciences. An internationally certified pathologist, founding fellow of regional pathology colleges, and secretary general of the Zimbabwe Association of Pathologists.

MR GINFORD DZIMATI

Board Member

Mr. Dzimati, a lifelong United Methodist, has served the Church for over 55 years along with his wife Varsity. He has held many roles including District Layleader of Harare Central from 2005 to 2009 and currently chairs the UMHT Finance Committee.

MR DUMISANI NGWENYA

Board Member

A holder of MBA and RTAcc(Z) with 36 years of tax experience in administration and consulting. Currently, consultancy services in taxation and transfer pricing. UMHT Business Development Committee Chair, member of the UMHT Board and Finance.

MRS MILDRED CHIRI

Board Member

Mrs Mildred Chiri was appointed to the Board in September 2023. She has over 35 years’ experience in the public sector. Former Zimbabwe Auditor Genera with vast experience. A holder of an MBA, a Fellow of the Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (FCCA) and Fellow of Chartered Governance and Accountancy Institute (FCGI).

Management Team

Dr Chingwena
Principal Officer

Dr Chingwena joined the organisation in 2005. He is the principal officer and also doubles as our lead dentist. Dr Chingwena earned his primary qualification of Bachelor in dental Surgery in 2004 from UZ. He aso holds an MBA (UK), MPH (AU) an Post graduate Diplomas in pedodontics and Orthodontics.

Agness Manjoro

Admin and Business Development Officer

Agnes Manjoro, a seasoned professional administrator who can streamline processes, enhance organisational performance and optimize resource allocation. An assertive individual who is keen to build and maintain strategic partnerships to drive growth, innovation and competitiveness. Agnes joined the Umht in January 2022. She holds a Project management diploma from Certified Commerce and Industry Personnel, Banking diploma from IOBZ and is completing a degree in Development Practice with Midlands State University.

Rutendo

Accountant

A dedicated Accounting graduate from the University of Zimbabwe (2017), began her tenure at UMHT in 2022. With experience garnered from roles in the Banking sector and a Transport and logistics company, she has developed a strong foundation in accounting. She is furthering her accounting education by pursuing a CIMA qualification, aiming to enhance her skills and knowledge in the field. Now, she applies her dedicated expertise to drive excellence and efficiency at UMHT.