Vimbai Masiyiwa
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| Known for | Being Strive Masiyiwa's daughter |
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| Website | twitter |
Vimbai Masiyiwa is a Zimbabwean entrepreneur. She is the daughter of Econet founder Strive Masiyiwa.
Background
Siblings
Education
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems from Bryant University. Vimbai Masiyiwa also holds a Master's in Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies from University College London.[1]
Career
Vimbai Masiyiwa is the Chief Executive Officer of Batoka Hospitality Group. In March 2021, Batoka under Masiyiwa's leadership acquired Gorges Lodge, Little Gorges and Zambezi Sands from Imvelo Safari Lodges, all located in Victoria Falls.[2] In March 2022, the Batoka Hospitality Group will unveil the beautifully-refurbished Batoka Zambezi Sands River Lodge on the banks of the Zambezi River.[3]
Battle With Cancer
Vimbai Masiyiwa had to suspend university for a year as she battled cancer. She battled lymphoma for a year. Her battle with cancer started with her saying she had a persistent dry cough. Her mother Tsitsi insisted they go to the doctor immediately. Vimbai Masiyiwa was found to have a tumour the size of a tennis ball in her chest.[4]
References
- ↑ Vimbai M., LinkedIn, Published: No Date Given, Retrieved: December 11, 2021
- ↑ Lwazi Muleya, New ownership for Victoria Falls lodges, Tourism Update, Published: March 8, 2021, Retrieved: December 11, 2021
- ↑ Strive Masiyiwa’s daughter opens luxury Victoria Falls lodge, Vic Falls Live, Published: December 9, 2021, Retrieved: December 11, 2021
- ↑ Strive Masiyiwa narrates daughter’s fight with cancer, reveals he’s been invited to work with ex-US President George W Bush, Pindula News, Published: April 7, 2017, Retrieved: December 11, 2021
