{"id":563,"date":"2021-12-13T04:15:18","date_gmt":"2021-12-13T04:15:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blockart-agency.sites.qsandbox.com\/?page_id=563"},"modified":"2026-07-29T18:03:17","modified_gmt":"2026-07-29T18:03:17","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/?page_id=563","title":{"rendered":"About us"},"content":{"rendered":"<style type=\"text\/css\"><\/style>\n<figure class=\"blockart-image blockart-image-3965cd29\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"711\" class=\"wp-image-4787 hover-effect-static filter-none mask mask-none\" src=\"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/aboutus-scaled.png\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/aboutus-scaled.png 2560w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/aboutus-300x83.png 300w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/aboutus-1024x285.png 1024w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/aboutus-768x213.png 768w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/aboutus-1536x427.png 1536w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/aboutus-2048x569.png 2048w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/aboutus-580x161.png 580w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/aboutus-820x228.png 820w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/aboutus-1160x322.png 1160w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/aboutus-600x167.png 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-section blockart-section-5b17d770\"><div class=\"blockart-container\"><div class=\"blockart-section-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-e6f2e03e\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-section blockart-section-669f265f\"><div class=\"blockart-container\"><div class=\"blockart-section-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-777482c2\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<figure class=\"blockart-image blockart-image-645d3111\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hover-effect-static filter-none mask mask-none\" src=\"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/icon_1.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-ad567f2c\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-14d19d47\">Our Vision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-8990847a\">To build a digitally empowered Zimbabwe where every individual has the knowledge, skills and opportunities to thrive in the age of Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-283e6d39\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-section blockart-section-c2d653bf\"><div class=\"blockart-container\"><div class=\"blockart-section-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-4aa55e3c\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<figure class=\"blockart-image blockart-image-d84aed1a\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hover-effect-static filter-none mask mask-none\" src=\"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/icon_2.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-906c22c1\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-52abd67f\">Our Mission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-fe2470b8\">To advance inclusive, non-formal education, innovation and collaboration by equipping individuals, organisations and communities with future-ready skills in Artificial Intelligence, digital technologies and innovation, enabling sustainable social and economic transformation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-98efcb70\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-section blockart-section-24d246f6\"><div class=\"blockart-container\"><div class=\"blockart-section-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-7a8abd8d\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<figure class=\"blockart-image blockart-image-964fc78c\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"hover-effect-static filter-none mask mask-none\" src=\"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/icon_3.png\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-26f98117\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-acc04377\">Our Promise <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-bae17c67\">We promise to make the future accessible to every Zimbabwean by equipping people with practical AI, digital and innovation skills that create opportunities, transform livelihoods and strengthen communities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-29-2026-08_06_44-PM-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4872\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-29-2026-08_06_44-PM-1024x683.png 1024w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-29-2026-08_06_44-PM-300x200.png 300w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-29-2026-08_06_44-PM-768x512.png 768w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-29-2026-08_06_44-PM-580x387.png 580w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-29-2026-08_06_44-PM-820x547.png 820w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-29-2026-08_06_44-PM-1160x773.png 1160w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-29-2026-08_06_44-PM-600x400.png 600w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/ChatGPT-Image-Jul-29-2026-08_06_44-PM.png 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-section blockart-section-40a7fc90\"><div class=\"blockart-container\"><div class=\"blockart-section-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-febeb9a8\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-e1d5d517\"><strong>Building a Digitally Empowered Nation<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-23bde727\"> <strong>Pioneers is a Zimbabwean non-profit Association building a digitally empowered future by making Artificial Intelligence (AI) and future skills accessible to everyone.<\/strong><br><br>We are a non-formal education and innovation catalyst. Our purpose is to ensure Zimbabweans are not just consumers of technology, but active creators and leaders in the AI era. We bridge the gap between national ambition for digital transformation and the practical skills needed to achieve it.<br>Through an integrated ecosystem of practical learning, innovation challenges, research, and policy dialogue, we equip individuals, communities, and organisations with the tools to thrive. Our programmes demystify AI, foster responsible adoption, and develop the blend of technical and human-centred skills essential for the future of work.<br>We believe in inclusive growth. Our work prioritises women, youth, and underserved communities, ensuring no one is left behind in the digital economy. By building national AI literacy, supporting innovators, and fostering collaboration across sectors, Pioneers is not just preparing Zimbabwe for the future\u2014we are actively building it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-e5857f92\"> <br><br><br><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-section blockart-section-6b8b406c\"><div class=\"blockart-container\"><div class=\"blockart-section-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-609fd29a\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-e98d6db9\">95%<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-dd077bf8\">Course Completion Rate<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-1f76da4d\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-f8c577ef\">1200+<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-16993218\">Youth Skilled &amp; Empowered<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-841ee623\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-4edbfe8a\">45%<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-f66752f9\">Women in Tech<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-46a9b115\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-6e691b09\">3+<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-9d5e063a\">Strategic Ecosystems<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-section blockart-section-a7c39516\"><div class=\"blockart-container-fluid\"><div class=\"blockart-section-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-93ede0e8\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-1ec62b74\"><strong>More Than Just Skills.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-b9f3e92d\">At Pioneers, we believe learning should do more than teach new skills\u2014it should unlock opportunities, inspire innovation and empower people to shape a better future. We go beyond traditional training by creating practical learning experiences, fostering collaboration and building communities where ideas can grow into meaningful solutions. <br><br>Whether someone is taking their first steps in Artificial Intelligence, exploring digital innovation, developing a business, or preparing for the future of work, our goal is to equip them with the confidence, mindset and capabilities to create lasting impact. We are not simply developing learners; we are nurturing problem-solvers, innovators, ethical leaders and lifelong learners who will help drive Zimbabwe&#8217;s digital transformation and contribute to a more inclusive, resilient and prosperous society.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-5f242c30\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<figure class=\"blockart-image blockart-image-0a7e5b04\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-4467 hover-effect-static filter-none mask mask-none\" src=\"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/home-hero-1.png\" alt=\"\" height=\"380\" width=\"535\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/home-hero-1.png 535w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/home-hero-1-300x213.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 535px) 100vw, 535px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-section blockart-section-2e6d119a\"><div class=\"blockart-container\"><div class=\"blockart-section-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-5cf2afc6\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-6fb56507\">WHAT WE DO<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-section blockart-section-41980141\"><div class=\"blockart-container\"><div class=\"blockart-section-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-c1c64913\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-d787e463\">Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Technologies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-29cf8604\">Advancing AI literacy and responsible adoption through practical learning, Digital citizenship, automation, generative AI, emerging technologies and real-world applications that improve productivity, innovation and sustainable development across sectors. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-05e6b87b\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-2d3351d2\">Future Skills and Workforce Development<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-960004dd\">Equipping individuals with future-ready technical, digital and human-centred skills that strengthen employability, entrepreneurship, adaptability and lifelong learning in an evolving technology-driven economy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-05e4d248\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-43e8b516\">Digital Innovation and Entrepreneurship<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-3ee9465d\">Supporting innovators, entrepreneurs and social enterprises to develop, test and scale locally relevant digital solutions that address community challenges, create employment and stimulate economic growth.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-section blockart-section-1e22afeb\"><div class=\"blockart-container\"><div class=\"blockart-section-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-ce49b3a8\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-35c1020a\">Research, Knowledge and Policy Dialogue<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-b6482ec9\">Conducting research, publishing evidence-based insights and facilitating national dialogue that informs policy, encourages collaboration and supports informed decision-making on emerging technologies and innovation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-bdda2725\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-b26eb902\">Digital Transformation Support<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-06992e24\">Helping organisations adopt Artificial Intelligence and digital technologies through practical training, advisory services, capacity building and transformation strategies that improve efficiency, innovation and service delivery.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-8d2af555\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<h2 class=\"blockart-heading blockart-heading-11d4cc1b\">Inclusive Community Development<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"blockart-paragraph blockart-paragraph-b80f6b7c\">Promoting digital inclusion by empowering women, youth, rural communities and underserved populations with accessible learning opportunities, digital skills and technologies that foster equitable participation in the digital economy.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-section blockart-section-c980cba8\"><div class=\"blockart-container-fluid\"><div class=\"blockart-section-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-20815acd\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<div class=\"blockart-section 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We believe that when people are equipped with the right knowledge, tools and opportunities, they can create businesses, improve livelihoods, strengthen communities and contribute to national development. <br><br>Every programme we deliver is designed to help individuals move beyond learning to creating value, solving real-world challenges and building a more innovative, inclusive and prosperous Zimbabwe. By investing in people today, we are helping shape a future where technology empowers every citizen to participate in and benefit from the digital economy.<\/p>\n\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"blockart-column blockart-column-1bcf1eaf\"><div class=\"blockart-column-inner\">\n<figure class=\"blockart-image blockart-image-203294c6\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1705\" height=\"2560\" class=\"wp-image-4846 hover-effect-static filter-none mask mask-none\" src=\"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/melanie-kreutz-vRy5ShrZ45k-unsplash-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/melanie-kreutz-vRy5ShrZ45k-unsplash-scaled.jpg 1705w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/melanie-kreutz-vRy5ShrZ45k-unsplash-200x300.jpg 200w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/melanie-kreutz-vRy5ShrZ45k-unsplash-682x1024.jpg 682w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/melanie-kreutz-vRy5ShrZ45k-unsplash-768x1153.jpg 768w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/melanie-kreutz-vRy5ShrZ45k-unsplash-1023x1536.jpg 1023w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/melanie-kreutz-vRy5ShrZ45k-unsplash-1364x2048.jpg 1364w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/melanie-kreutz-vRy5ShrZ45k-unsplash-580x871.jpg 580w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/melanie-kreutz-vRy5ShrZ45k-unsplash-820x1231.jpg 820w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/melanie-kreutz-vRy5ShrZ45k-unsplash-1160x1742.jpg 1160w, http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/melanie-kreutz-vRy5ShrZ45k-unsplash-600x901.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1705px) 100vw, 1705px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_eb_attr":"","footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-563","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/563","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=563"}],"version-history":[{"count":27,"href":"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/563\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4874,"href":"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/pages\/563\/revisions\/4874"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/pioneers.org.zw\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=563"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}