Zano Research & Development

ZARD is an Africa-focused consultancy firm specializing in community engagement, participatory research, arts-based research services, grant writing and training.

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Who Are We

Our mission is to facilitate informed decision-making and research uptake in underserved communities.

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We empower our clients to create meaningful and positive change by harnessing the transformative power of data. At ZARD, our participatory research services are grounded in a scientific approach, complemented by our unwavering commitment to Ubuntu, deep democracy, and the recognition of diverse knowledge systems.
With over a decade of experience in development communication and community engagement in Southern Africa, our team takes pride in delivering comprehensive solutions that foster inclusive and collaborative processes. 

Our Core Scope

Research Uptake and Communication

We help organizations to effectively engage and communicate.

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Stakeholder engagement and analysis research 

We help you understand your clients.

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Participatory Arts-based research 

We harness the power of artistic and creative methods to explore and communicate research findings.

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Project Development 

Project conceptualization, design, implementation, monitoring and evaluation and report writing

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Grant Writing Consultancy 

We help you craft a fantastic research/project proposal that will be compelling to reviewers

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Training

We offer tailored trainings in storytelling, content development, and stakeholder identification and analysis

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OUR AWESOME TEAM

Tinashe Mutero


Stakeholder Engagement

Competent and experienced in the area of stakeholder and community engagement

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Nkeka Tseole


Develoment Studies

Knowledge and expertise in community developmental issues


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Tafadzwa Mindu


Research Communication

Expertise in content creation, systematic reviews & research translation

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Morris Kahere


Public Health 

Knowledgeable & experienced in the health economics & management

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T. Maravanyika


Project Management

Competent and experienced in the area of project management and research administration

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Eve Magwegwe


Community Engagement

Competent and experienced in the area of stakeholder and community engagement

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Bustop TV

Bustop Tv is a youth-run Zimbabwean media house that was established in 2014. 

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Simuka Comedy

Simuka Comedy is a duly registered hybrid organization that leverages the power of creativity and humor.

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Midlands Marimba

The Midlands Marimba Arts Group (MMAG) is a musical ensemble that specializes in performance pf African-inspired marimba music

Contacts

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Mon - Fri 09:00 - 18:00

Call +27 78 587 7933

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