Beloved reader, pour yourself a cup of sun-warmed tea, find your favorite seat, and let’s have a deep talk—our way—about the people in Zimbabwe who have stirred their pots of ambition and cooked up fortunes that ripple through our nation.

These are no mythical figures—they are our own, Zimbabwean sons and daughters, shaping industries, building towns, and wielding power in ways that lift us all or stir a storm of conversation.

1. Strive Masiyiwa – The Telecom Titan with a Heart as Wide as the Savannah

At the summit stands Strive Masiyiwa, founder of Econet Global and Cassava Technologies. Forbes estimated his net worth at a staggering USD 2.7 billion as of January 2025.

He isn’t just a businessman—he is a visionary. His footprints stretch across mobile money (EcoCash), renewable energy, and he's a champion of philanthropy—supporting over 250,000 African youth with scholarships and 40,000 orphans with education.

My dear, this is a man who built a telecom empire not just to ring profits, but to ring opportunity into the lives of thousands.

2. Kudakwashe Tagwirei – The Command Agriculture Commander

Next, allow me to introduce Kudakwashe Regimond Tagwirei, founder and CEO of Sakunda Holdings. His fingers spread into energy, mining, agriculture, and logistics. Sakunda became the backbone of Command Agriculture, pouring over USD 1 billion into the farming backbone of our nation .

While his net worth varies by source—often around USD 850 million—what’s undeniable is his influence: fueling tractors, financing farmers, stirring debates, and planting both yields and controversy.

3. Ken (Kenneth) Sharpe – The Dream-Weaver of Homes

Now let’s talk about Ken Sharpe, CEO of WestProp Holdings. From humble beginnings, he built housing projects like Kuwadzana 4 Extension and Mainway Meadows—giving homes to many and hope to more .

His estimated net worth hovers near USD 730–800 million. He even won a Forbes Africa award for innovation. Young people look to him as proof that dreams, when laid brick by brick, can rise into suburbs.

4. Billy Rautenbach – The Napoleon of Business

Our next brother, Billy Rautenbach, has dominion in mining, agriculture, transport—his Wheels of Africa and other companies turn gears across southern Africa.

His fortune is estimated between USD 570–740 million. He is often called “The Napoleon of Business”—not for conquest, but for tenacity across sectors.

5. Zed Koudounaris – The Retail Royal

Let me tell of Zed Koudounaris, co-founder of Innscor Africa Limited. Through retail, food, packaging, and distribution, he nourishes Zimbabwe—and beyond.

With an estimated worth of USD 600–734 million , he reminds us that feeding a nation is both a business and a blessing.

6. Philip Chiyangwa – When Business Meets Politics

Now, cousin, here’s Philip Chiyangwa—a name felt in property, manufacturing, and politics. Founder of Native Africa Investment and with holdings in real estate, construction, and telecoms.

His net worth ranges, but many place it at USD 400 million or even USD 2 billion depending on the source. Enough said—he moves in big circles, seen from boardrooms to billboards.

7. John Moxon – The Heritage Holder

Remember the name John Moxon—the custodian of Meikles Limited, a giant in retail, hospitality, agriculture, and even mining .

His wealth sits around USD 300–380 million . A man standing on the shoulders of legacy—and still building taller.

8. Moses Tonderai Chingwena – The Auto King

Then there’s Moses T. Chingwena, driving Croco Motors—Zimbabwe's showcase for Toyota, Ford, Mazda, UD Trucks.

His net worth is commonly cited at USD 250 million. A man who puts engines in our drive and value in his ventures.

9. Shingai Mutasa – The Quiet Investor

Let us speak softly of Shingai Mutasa, builder of Masawara PLC—a London-listed firm with stakes across finance, insurance, technology, real estate, agrochemicals, and hospitality.

His net worth is estimated around USD 220 million. He’s a silent hand moving big pieces—Joina City stands as a monument to his vision.

10. Ian Saunders – The Gold Whisperer

Finally, Ian Saunders, head of New Dawn Mining Corp. and maker of gold-rich destinies.

His estimated net worth is USD 190 million . A man who speaks the language of deep earth and transforms minerals into livelihoods.

Why This List Matters, My Family

Look at us. These ten names remind us that Zimbabwe’s wealth isn’t hidden overseas—it’s in telecom towers, mining shafts, fields, retail shelves, motors, roofs, and golden dust carried in our homes.

• Diverse paths to wealth: From cables and code (Masiyiwa) to maize and motors (Tagwirei, Moxon, Chingwena).

• Legacy and creation: Some inherited (Moxon), others created anew (Sharpe, Masiyiwa).

• Philanthropy and controversy: Masiyiwa builds schools; Tagwirei builds fields—yet whispers follow his path.

• Women, I say we need more: This list is all men—even though figures like Divine Ndhlukula (SECURICO founder) and Chelsy Davy (jewelry and tourism) also show women forging fortunes.

Conclusion

Dear reader, may these stories inspire. Let us dream—of building telecoms that connect minds, homes that shelter hope, farms that feed future generations, and mines that don’t just extract wealth but build community.

May our daughters and sons from Chitungwiza to Mutare rise—armed with ideas, grit, and heart—to claim their own place among these names.

Wealth is not just coins in the vault; it’s the seeds we sow in communities, schools, hospitals, roads—and in our spirit.