Leadership & Governance

The Center for Global Integrity (CGI) is an independent, pan-African nonprofit journalism organization led by experienced media professionals and supported by a governance structure committed to editorial independence, institutional accountability, and responsible stewardship of resources.

Executive Leadership

Ray Choto — Founder & Executive Director

Ray Choto is an award-winning investigative journalist and media leader with more than four decades of professional experience in journalism, editorial management, and international broadcasting. He previously served as Supervisory Managing Editor of Voice of America's Zimbabwe Service and held senior editorial leadership responsibilities. Under his leadership, the service achieved an audience increase of more than 633% in 2023. Choto is a former John S. Knight Journalism Fellow at Stanford University and a member of the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists, having participated in major international investigations, including the Panama Papers and Swiss Leaks. His professional honors include the 1999 International Press Freedom Award from Canadian Journalists for Free Expression and the British James Cameron Award for journalism excellence, becoming the first African journalist to receive the latter distinction. As Founder & Executive Director, he provides CGI's institutional leadership, strategic direction, editorial vision, and organizational development.

Board Governance

CGI is governed by a Board of Directors responsible for strategic oversight, institutional accountability, financial stewardship, and safeguarding the organization's public-interest journalism mission. The Board's governance structure includes designated leadership and oversight roles, including the Chair, Treasurer, and Secretary. CGI provides governance information to relevant regulatory authorities and authorized institutional partners as required.

Editorial Independence

Editorial independence is a foundational principle of CGI. The organization is committed to ensuring that editorial decisions are guided by accuracy, fairness, verification, professional ethics, and the public interest. CGI's governance framework is intended to protect journalistic decision-making from inappropriate political, commercial, governmental, or other external influence.

Financial Accountability & Institutional Integrity

CGI is committed to responsible financial management, transparent grant administration, conflict-of-interest safeguards, and compliance with applicable nonprofit governance requirements. The organization works to establish strong internal controls and accountable management practices that protect its institutional integrity and the confidence of its supporters.

Our Commitment

CGI seeks to build a trusted, independent journalism institution serving communities across Africa and the African diaspora. We believe that credible journalism depends not only on rigorous reporting but also on ethical leadership, sound governance, and institutional accountability.