17/01/2026
Hon. Advocate Personage Takunda Moyo
President & CEO – Zimbabwe Youth Development and Empowerment Connections (ZYDEC)
Founder – NickyShootMe Pictures | Certified Youth Advocate – ZYC & ZYDEC
Youth Representative – Chiredzi District, Masvingo Province
Profile
Hon. Advocate Personage Takunda Moyo (b. 16 June 2001, Zvishavane, Zimbabwe) is a youth advocate, community development leader, and creative entrepreneur. He leads ZYDEC, promoting youth empowerment and advocacy across Zimbabwe, and founded NickyShootMe Pictures, a creative platform specializing in photography and visual storytelling to inspire communities and document youth-led initiatives.
Education & Early Life
Grew up in Mazvihwa, living with his grandparents; attended ECD A to Grade 5
Relocated to Chiredzi in 2013 to live with his aunt
Completed Ordinary Level studies at Chiredzi Christian College, where he began active youth leadership
Leadership & Advocacy
Junior Parliamentarian (2020) – Early civic engagement experience
Certified Youth Advocate – ZYC & ZYDEC
Youth Representative – Chiredzi District, Masvingo Province
Partner/Collaborator – U-Report (UNICEF), Zimbabwe Youth Council, Ministry of Youth
Focus Areas: Youth empowerment, civic participation, leadership development, community engagement
Professional & Creative Work
ZYDEC: Leads programs to empower, train, and mobilize young people
NickyShootMe Pictures: Photography and visual storytelling to highlight youth initiatives, creative entrepreneurship, and community projects
Vision & Impact
Hon. Advocate Moyo is committed to empowering young people to become active contributors to national development, blending creativity, leadership, and advocacy. His work has amplified youth voices, promoted skill development, and fostered community growth throughout Chiredzi District and Masvingo Province.
Personal Statement
“I am proud of the journey I am on, yet I continue moving forward. My mission is to empower youth, inspire creativity, and create meaningful impact in communities, collaborating with organisations and individuals who share this vision.”
