- +(263) 773 399 951, +(263) 712 525 618 ,+(263) 24 2792622
- ematavirelandsurveyors@gmail.com
- 30 Samora Machel Avenue 1st Floor, Offices 104-107 Nicoz Diamond Insurance Centre,Harare
About E. Matavire Surveyors
E. Matavire Land surveyors is a wholly Zimbabwean owned Land survey consultants based in Harare, Zimbabwe. The firm provide services in all Land Information Transactions conveyor in the country from information collection, processing, regulation, control, storage and distribution as well as registration of real rights over properties.
Mr. Elson Matavire, a distinguished Land Surveyor in Zimbabwe, brings over twenty-three years of extensive experience in both academic and practical surveying. As the Director and Principal Surveyor of his firm, Mr. Matavire is committed to delivering top-tier surveying services that exceed client expectations. His approach is centered on addressing client concerns, providing lasting solutions, and continuously seeking improvements in service delivery. Mr. Matavire is known for his innovative and flexible methods, all while upholding the highest industry standards. He ensures that all projects are completed in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.
Professional Background and Qualifications
Mr. Matavire, is a highly qualified Land Surveyor with a recognized certificate from the Surveyor-General (Examining Board) and a registration certificate from the Council of Land Surveyors in Zimbabwe. He holds a Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Surveying from the University of Zimbabwe, a Post Graduate Diploma in Project Management from Project Management Zimbabwe, and a Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Corporate Governance and Strategic Leadership from Midlands State University (MSU). Additionally, he earned a National Diploma in Surveying from Harare Polytechnic.
Over the past nineteen years, Mr. Matavire has honed his skills as a Land-Surveyor-in-Training under the mentorship of Mr. Rodrick R. Chigumete, a former Surveyor-General of Zimbabwe. His training also included valuable experience gained under the guidance of Land Surveyor Terence M. Juru from 1999 to 2005, and the late Land Surveyor Alex Mapfumo from 1996 to 1997.
Elson matavire
director & principal surveyor
Experience and Expertise
Mr. Matavire played a pivotal role in the formation of Africa Surveys Zimbabwe (Pvt) Ltd, alongside esteemed Land Surveyors such as Mr. Rodrick R. Chigumete and Mr. Lyndon C. Kashangura of Kashangura Associates. Throughout his career, Mr. Matavire has gained extensive experience in the application of advanced surveying technologies, including the Geographical Positioning System (GPS), Land Surveying, Blanket Aerial Photography, Ground Control and Engineering Surveys, Digital Mapping, and Volumetric Calculations of Stockpiles. He is also proficient in Base Mapping and Geographical Information Systems (GIS).
In addition to his technical expertise, Mr. Matavire has developed strong competencies in project management, human resource management, strategic planning, and leadership. His hands-on experience in both fieldwork and office data processing makes him highly capable of managing projects independently. Mr. Matavire’s involvement in significant projects for major companies such as Unki Mine, Zimplats Mines, Maligreen Mine, Todal Mine, Zimphos, Commercial Bank of Zimbabwe (CBZ), and Old Mutual has equipped him with invaluable insights into communication, human relations, and Safety, Health, Environment, and Quality (SHEQ) standards.
Mr Elson Matavire’s expertise and commitment to excellence make him a leader in the field of Land Surveying in Zimbabwe, delivering services that consistently meet and exceed industry expectations.
Affiliations & Professional Membership
- Fellow & Current President of the Survey Institute of Zimbabwe (SIZ)
- Member of the Council of Land Surveyors of Zimbabwe (CLSZ)
- Member of FIG- International Federation of Surveyors (FIG)
- Member of Project Management Zimbabwe
- Member and Former Cadastral Chair of the Zimbabwe Institute of Geomatics(ZIG)
Certifications
Mr. Elson Matavire has also been certified in the following fields and experiences in his professional career.
- certification one example – [link to certificate]
Mentorship
Mr. E. Matavire has also mentored and continues to mentor students at his firm. Some of the students that have passed through his firm during their career path include…
| Student/Mentee Name | Tertiary Institution | Period | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advance C Mutero | Harare Polytechnic | November 2012 - January 2020 | |
| Nannette Zisengwe | Midlands State University | July 2021 - March 2022 | |
| Millicent Chatemara | University of Zimbabwe | September 2022 - July 2023 | |
| Given Chinovava | University of Zimbabwe | June 2024 - Present | |
| Loveness Makamu | Harare Polytechnic | July 2022 - April 2023 | Now a graduate trainee at ELMS |
| Mellanda Gomo | Bulawayo Polyetechnic | January 2024 - Present | |
| Kudzai Precious Chabata | Midlands State University | January 2014 - February 2015 | |
| Mafuvadze Marshall T | Midlands State University | March 2024 - Present | |
| Ruvarashe Mdakacha | Harare Polytechnic | January 2014 - June 2014 | |
| Mudlodlolozi Mugove | University of Zimbabwe | ||
| Daniel Chivhunga | Harare Polytechnic / Gwanda State University | ||
| Anozivaishe Mutema | Harare Polytechnic | ||
| Precious Taruvinga | University of Zimbabwe | ||
| Servious Ndino | Harare Polytechnic | ||
| Yeukai Hanyire | Midlands State University | ||
| Tafara Manika | Harare Polytechnic | ||
| Ruth Chirigo | University of Zimbabwe | ||
| Talent Nyakudya | Harare Polytechnic | ||
| Lorraine Mapungwana | Midlands State University | ||