The National Association of Non-Governmental Organisations (NANGO) hosted the 15th NGO Directors Summer Retreat from 27–28 November 2025 at the Urban Lifestyle Hotel in Masvingo, Zimbabwe. As NANGO’s flagship civil society conference, the Retreat brought together 208 NGO directors, senior CSO leaders, development partners, government representatives, and private sector stakeholders to engage on priority development and governance issues affecting the non-profit sector in Zimbabwe. Held under the theme “Navigating New Frontiers: Development Financing and Civic Space in Transition,” the conference provided a strategic platform to examine emerging development financing models, civic space dynamics, organisational sustainability, governance, and strategic partnerships. Through plenary sessions and expert panel discussions, participants shared knowledge, practical experiences, and policy perspectives aimed at strengthening the effectiveness and resilience of civil society organisations. Key outcomes of the Retreat are consolidated in the Masvingo Action Agenda and Resolutions document, which outlines agreed resolutions and priority actions to strengthen civic space, diversify funding sources, enhance accountability, and promote cross-sector collaboration. NANGO extends its appreciation to all participants, speakers, partners, and sponsors whose contributions continue to advance a strong, inclusive, and impactful civil society sector in Zimbabwe. Download the document below
15th-NGO-Directors-Summer-Retreat-Conference-Report.pdf