Dr Charles Shava Appointed NSSA CEO

Zim Now Writer

The National Social Security Authority has appointed Dr. Charles Shava as its new General Manager and Chief Executive Officer, effective March 1, 2025. The announcement was made by NSSA Board Chairman, Dr. Emmanuel Fundira, who confirmed that the appointment complies with both the NSSA Act and the Public Entities Corporate Governance Act.

Dr. Shava, who had been serving as Acting General Manager since July 2022, replaces Arthur Manase. Manase stepped down in 2023 amid corruption allegations that cast a shadow over the Authority and led to public criticism over transparency and governance.

“The Board of the National Social Security Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Charles Shava as substantive General Manager,” said Fundira. “This decision was made in terms of Section 25 of the NSSA Act [Chapter 17:04] and Section 17(2) of the Public Entities Corporate Governance Act [Chapter 10:31].”

Dr. Shava first joined NSSA as Director of Occupational Safety and Health before being elevated to Acting General Manager. A qualified medical doctor, he holds degrees in Medicine and Surgery, a Master of Science in Occupational Safety and Health from Middlesex University in London, and a Postgraduate Diploma in Occupational Hygiene from the University of Manchester.

He is also a Chartered Fellow of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health in the UK—credentials that position him as a seasoned expert in workplace health and safety, public health, and social security.

With more than two decades of experience, Dr. Shava has worked across occupational medicine, public health, and social protection, including pensions and insurance. His leadership is expected to bring a renewed focus on transparency, accountability, and service delivery.

His appointment marks a critical moment for NSSA, which is both one of Zimbabwe’s most cash-rich state institutions and the country’s largest institutional investor. The Authority plays a central role in providing financial security for workers and their families through pension schemes and compensation for workplace injuries and disabilities.

Following a turbulent chapter under Manase’s leadership, Dr. Shava is tasked with restoring public trust and steering NSSA toward more efficient, ethical governance.

As contributors look to the Authority for stability and support, expectations are high for a new chapter defined by integrity and performance.