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Application Requirements

Complete documentation checklist for regulatory sandbox applications

Important Notice

All applications applying as Organisations must include complete documentation as specified below. Incomplete applications will not be processed and will be returned to the applicant for completion.

1. Organisation Documentation

Certificate of Incorporation

Official certificate showing company registration with the Registrar of Companies

Memorandum and Articles of Association

Company constitution and governing documents

CR14 (Company Registry Form)

Current list of directors and shareholders

Tax Clearance Certificate

Valid tax clearance from Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)

Proof of Physical Address

Utility bill, lease agreement, or property ownership documents

2. Shareholder & Senior Management Documentation

Requirement 20.13: Details of ALL shareholders and senior management personnel (CEO, CFO, CTO, COO, Directors, etc.) must be provided. Supporting documents such as CVs, Police Clearance and Tax Clearance certificates are optional — provide them if available, as they help speed up the review.

For Each Shareholder:

Curriculum Vitae (CV) (Optional)

Detailed CV including education, work experience, and professional qualifications, if available

Police Clearance Certificate (Optional)

Valid police clearance from Zimbabwe Republic Police (less than 6 months old), if available

Tax Clearance Certificate (Optional)

Individual tax clearance from ZIMRA, if available

National ID / Passport Copy

Certified copy of national identification or passport

For Each Senior Management Member:

Curriculum Vitae (CV) (Optional)

Comprehensive CV highlighting relevant experience in insurance/pensions sector, if available

Police Clearance Certificate (Optional)

Valid police clearance certificate (less than 6 months old), if available

Tax Clearance Certificate (Optional)

Current individual tax clearance from ZIMRA, if available

Professional Qualifications

Copies of relevant professional certifications and licenses

National ID / Passport Copy

Certified copy of identification documents

3. Product & Innovation Documentation

Product Description Document

Detailed description of the innovative product or service

Business Plan

Comprehensive business plan including market analysis and financial projections

Technical Specifications

Technical documentation for technology-based innovations

Testing Plan

Detailed plan for testing the product in the sandbox environment

4. Risk Assessment & Compliance

Risk Assessment Report

Identification of risks and proposed mitigation strategies

Consumer Protection Plan

Measures to protect consumer interests during testing

Data Protection & Privacy Policy

Compliance with data protection regulations

Exit Strategy

Plan for transitioning out of the sandbox (success or failure scenarios)

Document Format Requirements

  • All documents must be in PDF format
  • Maximum file size: 10MB per document
  • Documents must be clearly labeled with document type and person's name (for individual documents)
  • Certified copies must bear the stamp and signature of a Commissioner of Oaths or Notary Public
  • All documents must be current (not older than 6 months unless otherwise specified)

Need Help?

If you have questions about the application requirements or need assistance with document preparation, please contact the IPEC Regulatory Sandbox team:

Email: regulatorysandbox@ipec.co.zw

Phone: +263 242 443 358 / +263 772 154 281

Address: IPEC. 90 Speke, Harare, Zimbabwe