By 
Zimbabwean born and bred tycoon billionaire and Econet Wireless founder, Mr Strive Masiyiwa, who has since attained British citizenship has been named the first black billionaire in the United Kingdom
Masiyiwa’s new title is thanks to the year-to-date price increase in the shares of his telecom company, Econet Wireless Zimbabwe, and his smart-tech company, Cassava Smartech. As of yesterday, Masyiwa’s net worth had increased from $2.7 billion to $4.4 billion, Billionaires.Africa reported.
Forbes, who have another list, still has Masiyiwa behind Motsepe, but both men have seen their wealth rocket since the start of the year, with Motsepe having topped the list since 2008.
Masiyiwa, 61, recently announced his retirement as chairman and director of Econet Wireless Zimbabwe Limited and still retains his more than 50% stake in the company he listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange in 1998.
Image Box Title
Change this description
Image Box Title
Change this description
In response to his announcement, Econet Wireless’ board of directors announced the appointment of Elizabeth Tanya Masiyiwa, one of Masiyiwa’s six children, to the board of the telecom company to propel the firm’s growth forward as a going concern.
Image Box Title
Change this description
Image Box Title
Change this description
Image Box Title
Change this description
According to the board of directors, Elizabeth’s appointment will bring a wealth of experience, as she has worked in various organisations, spearheading investment and funding programs and human capital development.
Image Box Title
Change this description
Image Box Title
Change this description
Masiyiwa, who has attained British citizenship has added $1.7 billion of wealth in 2022.He surpassed SA’s mining tycoon, who’s held the spot since 2008.
Strive Masiyiwa is now the richest black man in Southern Africa, with a net worth surpassing $4.4 billion – dethroning Patrice Motsepe from the position, according to media reports.
Comments