I take Ruto as a father: Zimbabwe 'Mr Moneybags' defends meeting

In a continent where business, faith, and geopolitics increasingly intersect, few figures embody this convergence as vividly as Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo. In an exclusive interview, Chivayo tells Brian Ngugi the foundations of a business portfolio he says exceeds half a billion dollars, spanning renewable energy, infrastructure, and logistics across at least five African nations. He discusses his ambition to become Zimbabwe’s first “young billionaire”, and his growing footprint in East Africa, particularly in Kenya, that has drawn interest.Question: Briefly share your background and what you consider the foundation of your business career?Get Full Access for Ksh299/WeekBold Reporting Takes Time, Courage and Investment. Stand With Us.Support Bold JournalismUnlimited access to all premium contentUninterrupted ad-free browsing experienceMobile-optimized reading experienceWeekly NewslettersMPesa, Airtel Money and Cards acceptedAlready a subscriber?Log inFollow The Standard
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