Strive Masiyiwa
Strive Masiyiwa is a Zimbabwean billionaire and philanthropist, known for his work in telecommunications and his commitment to philanthropy in Africa. Co-founder of the Delta Foundation, Masiyiwa has been influential in supporting healthcare initiatives across the continent. His foundation has been approached for assistance amid the critical funding shortages resulting from the US withdrawal from foreign aid programs.
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Strive Masiyiwa offers a different lesson with his philanthropy, investing in education, healthcare and digital access across Africa.
Charity must be strategic. Enough of the bleeding hearts – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-09-05
Strive Masiyiwa is a Zimbabwean billionaire who founded Cassava, a tech company opening advanced data centers in Africa.
A.I. Computing Power Is Splitting the World Into Haves and Have-Nots
United States· 2025-06-23
Strive Masiyiwa is a Zimbabwean telecoms billionaire who founded Cassava Technologies, which is building Africa's first AI factory.
Africa’s first ‘AI factory’ could be a breakthrough for the continentUnited States· 2025-04-03
Strive Masiyiwa has a net worth of $2.5 billion from telecoms through Econet.
Forbes List: These are the richest people in Africa
Ghana· 2025-04-02
A pioneer of telecom and fintech innovation in Africa, Masiyiwa’s Econet Wireless has expanded across multiple continents.
The 15 most powerful people in African business 2025
Tanzania· 2025-03-03
Strive Masiyiwa is a Zimbabwean telecom billionaire and co-founder of the Delta Foundation.
As the US exits foreign aid, who will fill the gap?
New Zealand· 2025-02-28
