In Mashonaland West Province, services related to deeds, companies, and intellectual property are coordinated through national offices and provincial investment platforms. While most registrations occur in Harare, local access is supported via the Provincial Development Office and online portals.
🏢 Key Institutions and Their Roles
1. Companies and Intellectual Property Office of Zimbabwe (CIPZ)
- Mandate: Registers and administers companies, business entities, and intellectual property rights.
- Vision: To become a world-class business regulator by 2030.
- Website: www.cipz.gov.zw
2. Deeds Registry Office
- Mandate: Registers and protects proprietary rights in land.
- Vision: To be a leading service provider in land rights registration and access to property information.
- Core Services:
- Title deed registration
- Property transfers
- Mortgage bonds
- Notarial deeds
📍 Access in Mashonaland West Province
While the main offices are in Harare and Bulawayo, Mashonaland West residents can access services through:
- Mashonaland West Provincial Development Office
- Located in Chinhoyi, this office facilitates investment inquiries and coordinates with national registries.
- Website: Mashwest.gov.zw
- Kariba Investment Centre
- Supports local entrepreneurs and investors with company registration guidance and intellectual property awareness.
📞 Contact Details
National Offices (for direct registration and inquiries):
Harare Office:
Century House East, 38 Nelson Mandela Avenue
Phone: +263 4 775545-6 / +263 4 777373
Bulawayo Office:
Tredgold Building, 2nd Floor, Room 222
Fort Street / Leopold Takawira Street
Online Contact Form: Available via Africa2Trust Directory
🧭 Strategic Relevance
These services are vital for:
- Formalizing businesses under Vision 2030
- Securing land rights for development
- Protecting innovations and creative works
- Attracting investment through transparent registration systems
Website: www.dro.gov.zw