Membership Information
Full membership of the Zimbabwe Nguni Society is open to any person or entity that breeds Nguni cattle for sale or sells Nguni in Zimbabwe. Pedigree breeders agree to pay levies as prescribed by the Zimbabwe Herd Book (ZHB).
All members shall be bound by the provisions of the Constitution. The Society Secretary shall maintain a register of all current members.
The Society Council meets at least twice each year, with meeting venues rotating through the ten provinces of Zimbabwe where practical. Online attendance is made available where possible.
Full Member Benefits
Voting Rights
- Vote at Annual General Meetings
- Vote at Special General Meetings
- Participate in referendums
- Voting by proxy (email or written)
Council & Representation
- Eligible for Council election
- Society representation to government
- Attend all Council meetings
- Speak at all general meetings
Information & Resources
- Access to breed information
- Meeting minutes via email
- Newsletter updates
- Access to breeding research
Events & Networking
- Participate in Society auctions
- Attend agricultural shows
- Network with fellow breeders
- Regional collaboration opportunities
Membership Fees
Ordinary Membership
The Society charges a membership fee of US$20 per ordinary member annually, as determined at the Inaugural General Meeting.
This Membership Fee may be varied by a resolution of the Council voting with two thirds majority.
Levies
Pedigree breeders agree to pay levies as prescribed by the Zimbabwe Herd Book (ZHB) for the administration of pedigree registrations.
The rates of Levy may only be varied by a two-thirds majority of members voting at a subsequent Annual or Special General Meeting.
How to Join:
To become a member, download and complete the Membership Application Form and submit it to the Society Secretary at the Zimbabwe Herd Book, Harare. For enquiries, please contact us.