Youth-led. Community-rooted.

Empowering Zimbabwean Youth to Build a Sustainable Future

YES Zimbabwe is a youth-led community organisation based in Mutare. We help young people learn skills, take part in community projects, and get involved in issues that affect them.

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What We Work On

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Environment & Climate Action

Running clean-up campaigns, tree planting, and climate awareness activities.

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Youth Leadership & Civic Engagement

Helping young people build confidence, understand policy, and take part in civic life.

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Innovation & Skills Development

Supporting entrepreneurship, digital skills, and practical problem-solving.

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Sustainable Livelihoods

Helping young people start community projects and small income-generating initiatives.

Young people in our communities are capable of real change , we create the space for it.

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Why Communities Work With Us

We focus on practical youth participation, local solutions, and partnerships.

Youth-Led Action

Young people help shape our programs based on what they see in their own communities.

Community Relevance

We work on local issues: clean-up campaigns, climate awareness, skills development, and civic participation.

Partnership Ready

We work with schools, local authorities, NGOs, and other institutions that share our goals.

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About Us

Registered under Zimbabwe Youth Council

Who We Are

Youth Empowerment for Sustainability Zimbabwe (YES Zimbabwe) brings young people together to work on local challenges, from the environment to leadership and skills developmen.

YES Zimbabwe members gathered during a community tree planting activity in a grassy landscape
Community Presence

Youth action in our communities

Our work is practical: tree planting and restoration, clean-up campaigns, and awareness activities led by young people.

Tree planting & restoration Clean-up campaigns Youth-led awareness

Vision

A generation of young people who are responsible, environmentally conscious, and active in their communities.

Mission

To give young people leadership training, skills, and chances to take practical action for sustainability and inclusion.

Core Values

  • Integrity
  • Service
  • Accountability
  • Innovation
  • Teamwork
  • Inclusivity

Objectives

  • Support young people in taking part in governance and development.
  • Strengthen environmental awareness and community action.
  • Build leadership, innovation, and entrepreneurship skills in young people.
  • Build partnerships that create more opportunities for young people.

Our Team

Priscilla.jpg - Programs Coodinator

Priscilla Nhukarume

Programs Coodinator

Coordinates YES Zimbabwe programs and community activities.

Tanaka Mafuta -  Chairperson

Tanaka Mafuta

Chairperson

Leads strategic planning and leadership initiatives.

Caroline Chikaripo - Secretary

Caroline Chikaripo

Secretary

Manages communications and coordination of activities.

Aaron Kupangwa - Treasurer

Aaron Kupangwa

Treasurer

Manages the organisation's finances and resources.

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Focus Areas

Our work focuses on environmental action, youth leadership, innovation, and community development.

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Environmental Sustainability

We run clean-up campaigns, tree planting, and awareness drives on waste management and climate adaptation.

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Youth Empowerment & Civic Participation

We train young people in public policy and leadership so they can take part in decision-making locally and nationally.

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Innovation & Digital Skills

We run innovation challenges, digital skills workshops, and peer learning programs to support young entrepreneurs.

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Sustainable Livelihoods & Community Development

We support small youth-led projects in health awareness, agriculture, and social inclusion.

Close-up of a newly planted sapling during a YES Zimbabwe tree planting initiative
Environmental initiative

Tree Planting Initiative

Restoring green spaces and planting trees with local communities.

YES Zimbabwe youth members presenting a sapling during an outdoor environmental engagement activity
Youth engagement

Environmental Awareness in Action

Young people learning about the environment and taking part in community action.

YES Zimbabwe volunteers holding waste collection bags during a community clean-up campaign
Community clean-up

Public Space Clean-Up Campaigns

Volunteers leading waste collection drives for cleaner neighbourhoods.

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Projects

We run ongoing community activities and are planning new initiatives for 2026–2027.

Recent & Ongoing Activities

Mutare Clean-Up Campaigns

Monthly waste management drives in Dangamvura and Sakubva.

Tree Planting for a Greener Future

Partnering with schools and community clubs to plant indigenous trees.

Youth Policy Literacy Workshops

Training youth to understand and engage in local governance processes.

Community Voice Forums

Forums where young people share ideas and give input on policy.

Future Initiatives (2026-2027)

Youth Climate Leadership Bootcamp

Mutare Green Festival

Digital Skills & Innovation Hub

Community Food Gardens Project

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Community Action Highlights

Photos from recent environmental action, clean-ups, and youth-led activities.

YES Zimbabwe volunteers actively planting a sapling in the field
Tree planting — a community restoration activity
YES Zimbabwe participants placing a sapling into prepared soil during tree planting
Youth-led environmental action
YES Zimbabwe volunteers standing with collected waste during a roadside clean-up campaign
Community clean-up campaign
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Get Involved

Volunteer, partner, or join as a member ,there are ways for everyone to get involved.

Become a Member

Join YES Zimbabwe and work with other young people in your community. Membership is open to youth who share our values.

Volunteer With Us

We need helping hands for campaigns, tree planting, outreach, and local events. It is also a good way to gain experience and meet people.

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Partner With Us

If your institution works in sustainability, innovation, or youth empowerment, we would like to hear from you.

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Resources

Our document library is still being prepared for the website. Until then, you can request any document by email.

Constitution of YES Zimbabwe

Request a copy directly from the team.

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Annual Work Plan

Available on request.

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MoU Templates

For institutions and partners exploring collaboration.

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Policy Literacy Materials

Learning materials for youth civic engagement activities.

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Community Project Reports

Shared directly by email.

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All files are provided on request and will soon be available for download online.

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Get in Touch

Contact us to volunteer, partner with us, request resources, or learn more about our work.

Location

Mutare Urban District, Zimbabwe

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