Dr. Charles Shava Appointed as NSSA General Manager and CEO
The National Social Security Authority (NSSA) has officially 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 is in line with the provisions of both the NSSA Act and the Public Entities Corporate Governance Act.
Dr. Shava’s elevation comes after nearly three years of serving as Acting General Manager, a role he took on in July 2022 following the departure of Arthur Manase. Manase resigned in 2023 amid a cloud of corruption allegations, which sparked widespread concerns over governance and transparency within the institution. The appointment of Dr. Shava is seen as a strategic move aimed at turning the page on that troubled period.
“The Board of the National Social Security Authority is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Charles Shava as substantive General Manager,” said Dr. 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 brings a wealth of experience and qualifications to the role. A trained 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 United Kingdom, making him a leading authority in occupational health, public health, and social security.
Before assuming the Acting General Manager position, Dr. Shava served as NSSA’s Director of Occupational Safety and Health, a portfolio that aligns with his academic and professional background. His expertise spans over 20 years across occupational medicine, public health, pensions, insurance, and broader social protection systems. His leadership is widely expected to bring a renewed emphasis on professionalism, accountability, and service delivery.
Dr. Shava’s appointment signals a new era for NSSA, which is one of Zimbabwe’s largest institutional investors and among the most financially robust state entities. The Authority plays a vital role in Zimbabwe’s social security framework by managing pension funds and providing compensation for workplace injuries and disabilities.
Following the turbulence of recent years, stakeholders are looking to Dr. Shava to rebuild public confidence and steer NSSA toward improved governance standards. His mandate will include not only strengthening the institution’s operational integrity but also ensuring that it delivers value to contributors and beneficiaries alike.
As NSSA embarks on this new chapter under Dr. Shava’s leadership, expectations are high that the Authority will emerge stronger, more transparent, and better positioned to fulfill its core mission of protecting and supporting Zimbabwe’s workforce.
