Zimbabwe Report
MarcoPolis presents the Zimbabwe Report focused on topics such as economy, investments and doing business, featuring interviews with Zimbabwe's leaders. The sectors under review in this issue are agriculture & agribusiness, banking & financial services, construction & real estate, hospitality & tourism, industry, services, telecom & IT, and many more.
Articles
Leaders
Strive Masiyiwa
Dr Douglas Mboweni
Herbert Nkala
Douglas Hoto
Shingai Mutasa
John Moxon
Muchadeyi Ashton Masunda
Todd Moyo
Kumbirai Katsande
Nigel Chanakira
Executive bios
Videos
Top companies
1 - Delta
2 - Econet Wireless
3 - Innscor
4 - Padenga Holdings
5 - National Foods
6 - Ecocash Holdings
7 - Seed Co
8 - Simbisa Brands
9 - CBZ Holdings
10 - BAT Zimbabwe
Company profiles
Ethical Holdings: Transforming Tobacco, Cotton, and Rural Economies in Africa
Established in 2016, Ethical Holdings (EH) is an agribusiness firm committed to ethical and sustainable practices in tobacco and cotton farming. Co-founded by David Takura Machingaidze and Thomas Machingaidze, the company aims to uplift smallholder farmers by providing the necessary tools, capital, and support to transform their livelihoods. EH has become one of the leading indigenous contract farming businesses in Zimbabwe, with operations in tobacco and cotton farming across all major agricultural regions of the country.
Top Interviews
Dairy Industry: Discussing Challenges and Opportunities with Mercy Rufaro Ndoro of Dairibord Holdings
Interview with Mercy Rufaro Ndoro, Group CEO at Dairibord Holdings Limited Could you provide an overview of Dairibord Holdings Limited and its history? Dairibord originated …
Insights from Zimbabwe’s Tobacco Industry by David Machingaidze of Ethical Holdings
Interview with David Machingaidze, Chairman at Ethical Holdings Let’s begin by delving into the background of Ethical Holdings and Ethical Leaf Tobacco. Could you provide …
Masawara Group: Joseph Hundah on Operational Strategies and Pan-African Expansion
Interview with Joseph Hundah, COO at Masawara Group Could you provide a concise overview of the origins and establishment of Masawara Group? Masawara Group, formerly …
Real Estate Developer Ken Sharpe Explores West Prop Zimbabwe’s Holistic Development Vision
Zimbabwe’s real estate tycoon Ken Sharpe shares insights into West Prop’s journey and its transformative vision for Zimbabwe’s real estate landscape, as he discusses latest news, upcoming projects, and highlights his holistic development approach.
Electronic Security Systems and Cash Management in Zimbabwe: Divine Ndhlukula Presents SECURICO
Interview with Dr. Divine Ndhlukula, Founder and Managing Director of SECURICO Security Services How do you evaluate the current landscape and emerging patterns within Zimbabwe’s …
Fidelity Life Assurance of Zimbabwe: Reginald Chihota on Latest Developments and Future Goals
Interview with Reginald Chihota, Managing Director at Fidelity Life Assurance of Zimbabwe Could you provide an overview of Fidelity Life Assurance of Zimbabwe and its …
Capevalley Properties: Exploring the Housing Scene in Zimbabwe with Primrose Chakuchichi
Meet Primrose Chakuchichi, the Managing Director at Capevalley Properties and Capevalley Construction, as she provides valuable insights into the companies’ approach to land development and construction, and shares her assessment of the housing industry in Zimbabwe.
Investing in Zimbabwe: How Vhusi Phiri of Diaspora Kapita and Tsigiro Usekelo Manages Challenges in Investing in Zimbabwe
In this insightful interview, we delve into the visionary journey of Vhusi Phiri, the CEO of Diaspora Kapita and a Co-Founder of Tsigiro Usekelo. The inception of Diaspora Kapita marked the beginning of a groundbreaking endeavor in investing in Zimbabwe. With a core team originating from both South Africa and Zimbabwe, the company’s mission revolved around harnessing modest savings for investments in Zimbabwe, propelled by a deep understanding of the country’s challenges. From these roots, a robust organization emerged, encompassing a diverse portfolio of ventures across various sectors.
Fashion Retail Industry in Zimbabwe: Sevious Mushosho Discusses Edgars Stores’ Visionary Course
Sevious Mushosho provides insights into Edgars Stores Limited, a prominent player in Zimbabwe’s fashion retail sector, with a focus on quality, affordability, and a varied product portfolio. Mushosho delves into the upcoming foray into online retail, featuring an innovative ERP system and a strategic digital marketing campaign. He also highlights the commitment to rejuvenating local manufacturing, a widespread retail footprint in Zimbabwe, and an ambitious three-year vision to establish Edgars as a leading regional departmental store.