Chipo Kanyumbu

Head of Arts-British Council Zimbabwe

Chipo Kanyumbu is an experienced arts practitioner with 18 years in the creative sector. She holds a Bachelor's in Library and Information Science and a Master's in Business Administration. Chipo has led and managed impactful programs in collaboration with government bodies, cultural institutions, and global organizations like the BBC, British Council, and Old Mutual. She has curated notable initiatives such as the 1st Venice Biennale Zimbabwe Pavilion and Creative Economy Week Zimbabwe. As the Head of Arts Zimbabwe, she drives creative sector growth and policy influence, while managing a co-funded program to support sustainable business growth in fashion, music, and literature. Chipo is passionate about developing and professionalizing cultural practitioners in Zimbabwe.