Zimbabwean founder & hospitality leader

Nyaradzo
Milka Jowo

Founder & CEO | Peniel Retreat Centre Zimbabwe

Building hospitality, creating opportunities, and contributing to Zimbabwe’s future.

Nyaradzo Milka Jowo at her desk at Peniel Retreat Centre
Leadership • Hospitality • Zimbabwe
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Nyaradzo Milka Jowo holding her ZAA Chairman's Special Recognition certificate
FOUNDER • ENTREPRENEUR • LEADER

Meet Nyaradzo

A vision grounded in place and purpose.

Nyaradzo Milka Jowo is the Founder and CEO of Peniel Retreat Centre, shaping a hospitality vision that connects memorable stays, tourism, events and community opportunity in Zimbabwe.

Her work reflects a belief that enterprise can do more than create beautiful destinations: it can welcome the world, strengthen local possibility and help tell Zimbabwe’s story with confidence.

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Her journey

The Journey Behind the Vision

A growing story of entrepreneurship, hospitality and public presence. Confirmed milestones are shown; further dates can be added as her story expands.

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Peniel Retreat Centre

Stepping forward as Founder & CEO with a vision for distinctive hospitality and destination experiences in Zimbabwe.

2026

Zimbabwe Diaspora Summit

Professional presence at the Zimbabwe Diaspora Summit, joining a wider conversation on Zimbabwe’s development and global connections.

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The flagship venture

Founder & CEO of Peniel Retreat Centre

Peniel brings together boutique hospitality, accommodation, destination experiences, events and conferences—connecting visitors with Zimbabwe through warmth, character and considered service.

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23,000 sqmProperty scale
Victoria FallsZimbabwe
BoutiqueHospitality experience
Stay • MeetHospitality • Tourism • Events
National Excellence Hall of Fame plaque and gold trophy awarded to Peniel Retreat
Recognised in 2026 for excellence in luxurious accommodation and hospitality.

A vision for home

Creating Opportunities in Zimbabwe

Hospitality can open a door—to enterprise, connection and a more visible Zimbabwe.

Through tourism and hospitality, Nyaradzo’s vision reaches beyond a single destination. It is about making room for local talent, women and young people; showing international visitors a Zimbabwe rich in possibility; and building enterprises that keep opportunity moving.

Tourism development
Local enterprise
Women & youth
Destination Zimbabwe
Investment opportunity
Community connection
Nyaradzo Milka Jowo seated on a summit panel stage

Building with intention

Projects & Initiatives

A portfolio spanning hospitality, care and business—each initiative shaped around practical service and meaningful impact.

Nyaradzo Milka Jowo working at her desk at Peniel Retreat Centre
Hospitality • Tourism • Events

Peniel Retreat Centre

A destination-led hospitality venture connecting accommodation, events, conferences and Zimbabwean welcome.

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Business • Healthcare & Social Care

Sinai Care Solutions

A UK-based care services company “promoting better lives” through home care, supported accommodation for care leavers, and block hour support—including night sits—empowering service users to build and maintain their independence.

Impact: Professional, compassionate care supporting vulnerable individuals and families.

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Business

Ezer Clearances Ltd

A clearances and logistics company providing customs clearance, freight and cargo handling services.

Impact: [To be confirmed by the owner]

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Principles in action

Leadership With Purpose

Four connected pillars shape a distinctly Zimbabwean vision of growth.

Hospitality

Building memorable experiences and contributing to Zimbabwe’s tourism ecosystem.

Entrepreneurship

Creating sustainable business opportunities through imagination, resilience and leadership.

Community

Supporting local communities, women and young people with pathways to participate and grow.

Zimbabwe

Promoting Zimbabwe as a destination for tourism, investment, business and opportunity.

Credibility, documented

Achievements & Recognition

Three honours recognising leadership, social impact and excellence in Zimbabwean hospitality and tourism.

Nyaradzo Milka Jowo holding the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards certificate
Zimbabwe Achievers Awards
2026 • ZAA Fellow

Chairman’s Special Recognition Award

Awarded to Nyaradzo Jowa “for outstanding services in community development in social impact”, presented by Nicholas Bhero, ZAA Global Chairman.

National Excellence Hall of Fame plaque and trophy awarded to Peniel Retreat
National Excellence Hall of Fame
2026 Award

Excellence in Luxurious Accommodation and Hospitality Award

Awarded to PENIEL RETREAT in recognition of excellence in luxurious accommodation and hospitality.

Nyaradzo Milka Jowo receiving the Diaspora Awards hospitality and tourism honour on stage
Diaspora Awards (ZIDO)

Excellence in Hospitality and Tourism Award

Awarded to Nyaradzo Milka Jowo.

Professional presence

Beyond the Boardroom

Award stages and professional gatherings that reflect a growing presence in hospitality, tourism and community impact.

Nyaradzo Milka Jowo receiving recognition on the ZAA Global Awards 2026 stage
ZAA Global AwardsChairman’s Special Recognition • 2026
Nyaradzo Milka Jowo at Zimbabwe Diaspora Week 2026 in Harare
Zimbabwe Diaspora WeekHarare • 2026
Nyaradzo Milka Jowo receiving the Excellence in Hospitality and Tourism Award
Diaspora AwardsHospitality & Tourism recognition

In the frame

Gallery

Portraits, award moments and professional milestones from Nyaradzo’s leadership journey.

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Leadership is not only about building a business; it is about creating opportunities and leaving a meaningful impact.
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