Strive Masiyiwa is a Zimbabwean businessman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. He is the founder and executive chairman of Econet Global, a leading African telecommunications company. Born in 1961 in Zimbabwe, Masiyiwa has become one of the most successful entrepreneurs in Africa, known for his innovative approach to business and his commitment to giving back to his community.
Masiyiwa’s journey to success began in the 1990s when he returned to Zimbabwe after studying in the UK. He founded Econet Wireless, which became the first mobile phone operator in Zimbabwe. The company quickly expanded to other African countries, and today Econet Global has operations in over 20 countries.
Masiyiwa is also a dedicated philanthropist, particularly in the areas of education and healthcare. He has founded several organizations, including the Higherlife Foundation, which supports orphaned and vulnerable children, and the Africa Leadership University, which aims to develop young leaders across the continent.
Masiyiwa has received numerous awards and recognition for his business and philanthropic achievements, including being named one of the “10 Most Outstanding Young Persons of the World” by the Junior Chamber International. He has also been recognized as one of the “100 Most Influential People in the World” by TIME magazine.
Today, Strive Masiyiwa is considered one of the most successful and influential entrepreneurs in Africa, known for his innovative approach to business and his commitment to giving back to his community.
