Zimpapers board member, Sunday Mail editor, land top awards
THE Sunday Mail editor Victoria Ruzvidzo and Zimpapers board member, who is also NetOne chief executive officer, Engineer Raphael Mushanawani were on Thursday honoured as Iconic Business Leaders at the 2023 Iconic Business Leaders and Pacesetters Awards ceremony in Harare.
Organised by The Business Connect, the event was hosted to celebrate leaders who have demonstrated resilience, innovation and strategic thinking in the face of adversity.
Adjudicators said, as editor of The Sunday Mail, Ruzvidzo has “consistently demonstrated her commitment to journalistic excellence and under her leadership, the weekly paper has continued to provide insightful and engaging content to its readers”.
Addressing delegates at the event, Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development Minister Monica Mutsvangwa, who was represented by her business skills development deputy director Mr Mamvura Mabika, said the awards will go a long way in enhancing the credibility of the winning brands.
“As we celebrate these success stories, we need to acknowledge the challenges entrepreneurs face in their business operations as they encounter obstacles, setbacks and moments of doubt.
“However, it is during these times that a true leader emerges, demonstrating resilience, adaptability and ability to learn from failure as they manoeuvre in this volatile business environment,” she said.
She encouraged the award winners to assist upcoming businesses through mentorship.
“I encourage all entrepreneurs to continue pushing boundaries, thinking outside the box and embracing change. Your innovative ideas and bold visions have the power to transform industries, create jobs and drive economic growth,” she added.
The Business Connect chief executive Mrs Blessing Magenga said the event was a first of its kind and promised an even bigger occasion next year.
Other influential leaders honoured at the same event included Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Governor Dr John Mangudya; Zimbabwe Media Commission chairperson Professor Ruby Magosvongwe; The Sunday Mail columnist, talk show host and social commentator Dr Rebecca Chisamba, eye specialist Dr Solomon Guramatunhu, Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers president Dr Denford Mutashu, ZBC chief executive officer Adelaide Chikunguru, Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce chief executive Mr Christopher Mugaga, Marketers Association founder and chief executive Mr Gillian Rusike and co-founder and director of Women Excel Mrs Edna Mukurazhizha.