Lions Den, Chinhoyi · Zimbabwe

Our People

Staff & Alumni

The educators shaping our learners, and the graduates carrying NTS values into the world.

Our Staff

A qualified, values-driven teaching team committed to academic excellence, discipline and the holistic development of every learner.

Nelson Tinashe Mukumbareza, Founder & Director

Nelson Tinashe Mukumbareza

Founder & Director

Founder of NTS Independent Private College and the architect of its Christian-grounded, investment-ready model. He leads strategy, campus development and the college's growth into a boarding and technical institution.

Mrs. Rutendo Chiwara, Deputy Head — Academics

Mrs. Rutendo Chiwara

Deputy Head — Academics

Oversees the Form 1–4 ZIMSEC programme, staff development and assessment standards. Twenty years in Zimbabwean secondary education with a focus on measurable learner progress.

Mr. Tapiwa Nyambo, Head of Sciences

Mr. Tapiwa Nyambo

Head of Sciences

Leads Combined Science, Biology, Chemistry and Physics teaching, and runs the college laboratory and science club practicals that anchor theory in real experiments.

Ms. Chipo Mandaza, Head of Agriculture & Practical Learning

Ms. Chipo Mandaza

Head of Agriculture & Practical Learning

Runs the crop demonstration plots and entrepreneurship projects, teaching learners sustainable farming, record keeping and the business side of agriculture.

Our Alumni

Graduates who left Lions Den with strong results and stronger character — and who keep giving back to the college community.

Tarisai Moyo, Class of 2021 · Civil Engineer, Harare

Tarisai Moyo

Class of 2021 · Civil Engineer, Harare

Moved from the college science stream to an engineering degree and now works on water infrastructure projects across Mashonaland West. Mentors current Form 4 learners on STEM pathways.

Kudakwashe Zimuto, Class of 2020 · Software Developer

Kudakwashe Zimuto

Class of 2020 · Software Developer

Started in the college ICT club and now builds web platforms for regional businesses. Returns each year to run coding workshops for our learners.