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MASVINGO-Iron fisted resilient prominent Masvingo businessman Taurayi “Bucho” Mudzwiti cemented his place among the country’s leading entrepreneurs after scooping two prestigious accolades at the Megafest Masvingo Region Business Awards held recently top Urbanlifestyles Hotel recently.
Mudzvwiti walked away with the Platinum Award in the Industrialist of the Year category through Jurifin Investment, placing him ahead of some of province’s most celebrated business figures. In the same category, Dr Noah Marima, proprietor of Junior Holdings, received the Diamond Award, Norman Mwazha of Instant Save Construction won Gold, while Irvine Mutizwa of Flame Steel (Pvt) Ltd took home the Silver Award.
The Mucheke Sisk ghetto entrepreneur also claimed a Diamond Award for Male Executive of the Year under Taunel Family Trust, a company that oversees his growing portfolio of businesses, including San Siro Sports Bar and Grill, Laccuna Apartments, and Randnet Construction.
Speaking in an interview with The Midweek Watch Mudzwiti said the recognition marked a significant milestone in his business journey, describing them as his first honours from the internationally acclaimed Megafest Holdings.
“These are my first awards under Megafest Holdings, and I am delighted because they reflect the growth we have achieved over the years. They show that we are moving in the right direction as a family enterprise and have renewed our determination for the journey ahead,” he said.
He said the awards belonged to everyone who has contributed to the success of his businesses.
“I dedicate these awards to our workers, family, employees and business partners. Their commitment, loyalty and hard work have not gone in vain. These recognitions are a result of our collective effort, and I sincerely thank everyone who has walked this journey with us,” he said.
The shrewd business tycoon said his enterprises remain committed to sustainable growth, job creation and delivering quality services, adding that the awards would inspire his team to aim even higher.
The annual Megafest Business Awards recognise outstanding individuals and organisations that have demonstrated excellence, innovation and leadership across various sectors of Zimbabwe’s economy and among those who attended is respected business executive Professor Fredrick Kasese.
