Zimbabwe is struggling both economically and politically however there are people who have managed to build their own empires in the struggling country.
Below is the list of Richest People in Zimbabwe and their source of wealth
8. Divine Ndlukula.
Ndlukula is the founder and managing director of DDNS Security operations the holding company Securico Security Services. She is also internationally recognized as one of Africa’s successful women. She made history when Securico became the first Zimbabwean security company to be ISO certified. Divine sits on various boards. She founded Zvikomborero farms, mentorship programs which focus on women empowerment
7. Emmanuel Makandiwa
Isa popular religious leader who founded UFIC ministries in 2008. He is a successful businessman, in 2014 it was rumoured that he purchased a gold mine from a Chinese firm for $1.3 million. Makandiwa holds a significant stake in the SK franchise in Zimbabwe. He has interest in print media and Radar Holdings.
6.Obert Mpofu
Mpofu is the former minister of mines once accused of corruption during his tenure. Mpofu is said to have acquired his wealth through corrupt deals of diamonds in Chiyadzwa. He own half of the Victoria falls town real estate. He bought ZABG in which he is rumoured to have a controlling stake. In 2005 he was the owner of Alligned bank.
5. Moses Chingwena
He is the Co-founder of Croco motors and currently serves as the chairman. Croco motors is the largest car dealer in Zimbabwe. He has interest in Real estate. His networth is estimated to be $1.5 million
4. Kudakwashe Tagwirei
Tagwirei is the founder and CEO of Sakunda Holdings founded in 2005. He is a businessman with vast interests in the energy sector, transport and mining. Tagwirei is part of the advisory council to Mnangagwa. He recently acquired Trek petroleum assets and he leases them to his clientele.
3. Philip Mataranyika
Mataranyika Co founded Nyaradzo with two others, the main objective was to provide Africa with decent funerals. Since 2001 the company has evolved resulting in a formation of a Combined Nyaradzo group. He is also the current board Chairman of Rufaro Marketing.
2.Shingai Mutasa
Mutasa owns ZSE listed company, TA holdings, ZIMNAT insurance, Sable chemicals and Uthando. He has 51% stake in Masarawa PLC. He is the brains behind the construction of Joina city in Harare. He serves on the board for several companies.
1.Strive Masiyiwa
Masiyiwa is ranked as the 19th richest man in Africa. Strive built his fortune in the telecommunications sector. He own large stake in Econet and Cassava mobile banking smart app.
