Rutendo Chirume
MASVINGO-Exquisite Urbanlifestyles Hotels and Lodges founder and CEO, Shanna Tariro Mazorodze was crowned Megafest Masvingo Region Businesswoman of the Year.
The Megafest Business Awards celebrated the achievements of hundreds of Masvingo’s business entities under 18 categories which excelled in 2025.
Coincidentally the awards night was held at the venue of choice, Urbanlifestyles Hotel in the plush suburb of Morningside along the Great Zimbabwe Monument road, last Friday.
“Am so grateful to God for finding me worthy of this great accolade and for choosing me to be an instrument in what belongs to Him … all the glory and honour belongs to God,” the multi award winning Mazorodze told The Midweek Watch soon after being crowned the with a Diamond shield for her efforts.
Mazorodze has brought classy and refreshing accommodation into the hospitality industry in the ancient city.
The location of the hotel is perfect for all types of events, the staff make you feel at home, rooms are spick and span, with all the amenities one may require.
The iron lady of the hospitality is a faith driven businesswoman building arguably the leading hospitality hotel brands in the province.
Through her hotels and lodges Mazorodze delivers exceptional accommodation, conferencing and events that create a memorable experience and position the ancient city as the destination of choice for those who love class.
She has created hundreds of jobs, supporting local suppliers and contributing to the province’s tourism and economic growth for an $8billion GDP by 2030.
The Megafest Business awards recognised excellence in entrepreneurship, manufacturing, education, hospitality, customer service and innovation, showcasing the province’s growing contribution to Zimbabwe’s economic development.
Among the notable Diamond winners were Dr Noah Marima of Junior Holdings, who was named Industrialist of the Year, Edmore Mhere of Tsungai Holdings who scooped the Business Strategic Leader of the Year accolade, and Taurai Mudzviti, who was honoured as Male Executive of the Year.
Other Diamond recipients included Summit Pharmacy, Safeguard Security, Junior High School, Liquid Home Zimbabwe, Masvingo Brick and Tiles, Fairline Investments, Nancy Dzviti, Kudakwashe Moyo, Masvingo Teachers Principal F. Mushosho, Thompson Chawonza of Crco Motors, Kundai Mangondoza, and Major (Rtd) Clifford Mumbengegwi.
Several other Masvingo businesses also walked away with Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze awards, reflecting the depth and diversity of the province’s business sector. Among them were Juryfin Investments, Flamesteel Engineering Pvt Ltd, Laurclassics (Pvt) Ltd and Absolute Security Services.
Speaking to Midweek Watch, Flamesteel Engineering Pvt Ltd director Irvine Mutizwa said the recognition received by Masvingo businesses was evidence that the province continued to produce competitive enterprises.
“The recognition Masvingo businesses received shows that hard work, innovation and resilience are paying off. It motivates all of us to continue raising our standards, investing in quality service and contributing to the province’s economic growth,” said Mutizwa.
Juryfin Investments director Taurai Mudzviti said the awards were an important platform for recognising businesses that continue to excel despite economic challenges.
“These awards encourage entrepreneurs to keep innovating and striving for excellence. They also show that Masvingo is home to businesses and leaders who are making a significant contribution to Zimbabwe’s economy,” he said.
