GEMS Magazine

CONNIE MUTUNHU-

top tier leadership & a triumphant story for women everywhere.

Samantha Rusare-a rising star in Zimbabwean broadcasting

Farai Simoyi-Impacting the global fashion industry

Zimbabwean Woman's Journey to Millionaire Status is a Triumph of Hope and Determination

Fungai Ndemera, an immigrant who has built an empire from scratch

Tech tools to help maximize productivity

Wellness and Beauty-Why everybody needs a spa date

Managing Editor Catherine Nyatara

Editor/Writer Tracey Sibanda

Feature Writer

Felunah Rufaro Musonza

From the President's Desk

Welcome to the May-June issue of the GEMS Magazine!

We are thrilled to have you continue joining us on this empowering journey as we celebrate the remarkable achievements and inspiring stories of women in the executive and business world “GEMS”.

Over the past 17 years, PROWEB has achieved remarkable milestones in advancing women's economic empowerment.

We have worked tirelessly to break down barriers and create opportunities for women to thrive in the business and professional world.

Through various initiatives, programs, and collaborations, we have empowered countless women, helping them unleash their potential, pursue their dreams, and contribute to economic growth and development. While we have made significant progress, we are aware that much work remains to be done. We must continue to advocate for equal opportunities, challenge gender norms, and create inclusive environments that enable women to thrive in every sector of the economy. The GEMS Magazine is here to amplify women’s voices, share their stories, and inspire countless others who are on their own paths to success. We are grateful for the unwavering support of individuals and organizations who share our vision and have stood by us throughout this incredible journey. Together, we have created a powerful network that fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and collective action.

Thank you for being part of our community. We hope you enjoy this edition of the GEMS Magazine!

Tendayi B. Hlupo Mamvura

Tendayi B Hlupo Mamvura

“Celebrating 18 Years of coming together and making a difference”

SamanthaRusare-blazingher owntrailinthemediaspace

By Felunah R. Musonza

Samantha Rusare is a Zimbabwean TV presenter who is quickly making a name for herself in the broadcasting industry. She is currently one of the news anchor on ZTN Prime, the flagship news channel of the Zimpapers Television Network. Rusare is also a well-known radio personality, having previously worked as a presenter for ZiFM Stereo and at the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation.

“Nothing really sparked me. This was in-born”, Rusare said while speaking to Gems Magazine. “Ever since I was a little girl, I was interested in speaking in front of people even though I was very shy”, she said. However, as she went to high school, she found herself participating in dramas and also partaking in modelling and soon became the “the life of the party”.

A holder of a Bachelor of Arts degree in Media Studies, Samantha says she began her broadcasting career at ZBC's Sport FM (now Classic 263) before joining AB Communications where she became a household name on ZiFM Stereo.

At ZiFM, Rusare on the show, "The Gifted" and other current affairs programs. “My mom helped me realize my talents and advised me to study Media”, added Samantha.

She is known for her engaging and informative presentation style. She is also a skilled interviewer, able to get her guests to open up and share their stories. Rusare is passionate about journalism and is committed to providing her viewers with accurate and unbiased information.

“My favorite part of my job is networking and meeting new people, and I have realized that every meeting comes with a lesson”, says Samantha. In addition to her work as a presenter, she is also a voice artist, having worked on a number of commercials and corporate videos. She is a talented presenter with a bright future ahead of her. As an inspiration to young women everywhere, Samantha advised them to humble themselves, continue learning and work extremely hard.

Rusare is known for her calm and professional demeanor, as well as her indepth knowledge of current affairs. She is also a gifted storyteller, and her delivery of the news has been described as always engaging, informative and entertaining.

FEATURE STORY

How a Passion for Baking Turned into a Thriving Business

When you walk into Chikeke, a cozy bakery shop in Zvishavane, you are greeted by the mouthwatering aroma of freshly baked goods and the warm smile of the owner, Fadzai Mubvumbi.

Fadzai is not your typical baker. She started her business in 2015 as a part-time hobby while working as a civil engineer at Zinara, a road authority company. But after losing her job in 2020, she decided to turn her passion into a full-time career and never looked back.

Her love for baking and cooking dates back to her childhood, when she learned from her grandmother and mother how to make delicious treats for her family and friends. She always enjoyed experimenting with different recipes and flavors, but she never thought of herself as a professional baker. That changed when she enrolled in a baking course at Deluxe Cakes in Gweru, where her tutor, Nathan Kajeke, recognized her talent and encouraged her to pursue her dream.

Fadzai took his advice and started to grow her business gradually, first by taking orders from her social network and then by opening a shop in 2021. She says she draws inspiration from her parents, who were both entrepreneurs despite having full-time jobs. She also credits her customers, who give her positive feedback and support. She says she loves making people happy with her baked goods, which range from cakes and cupcakes to pies and breads.

Her story is one of resilience, creativity and passion. She proves that it is possible to turn a hobby into a successful business, even in challenging times. She hopes to inspire other aspiring bakers to follow their dreams and to share their joy with others

The name Chikeke was inspired by her parents who had nicknamed her that growing up as she was very cute and everyone used to call her that Chikeke means a small or tiny cake in Shona. That also inspired her mission which is to make sure all clients have the edible joy experience, whereby they can literally taste the joy, not just in eating only but also from the anticipation and excitement before the actual eating, the sensational burst of flavors in the mouth that leaves one wanting some more after, an experience which is now popularly known as the Chikekerisation process.

Chikeke bakes cakes mostly for occasions like birthdays, weddings, bridal showers and for those on the go Additionally, they make cupcakes, buns, muffins, snack platters (on request) and trifles as well. Besides baking they also offer gifting services where they do gift hampers, fresh flowers and the like, and every soon shall be venturing into events deco

She said what separates her business from other bakers is the fact that they paying attention to detail Most importantly it is the freshness of the ingredients and the innovative ideas used to come up with best mix and end result She also highlighted that having a shop is also very convenient for the clients as it eases accessibility

Like every business that is still on its starting and growth stage Fadzai faced different challenges on every step of the way, e g bagging clients at the initiation stage, without much experience and a great catalogue to showcase to potential clients in a business driven by familiarity and a strong trustworthy catalogue

She advised aspiring entrepreneurs to never stop learning, improving and mastering their craft and to maintain good relations with their customers as these tend to refer other customers as well.

She said one of the greatest lessons her pursuit in business has taught her is that things will not always go as planned especially with an economy like Zimbabwe's where you need to find ways to adapt, re-assess and come up with the solutions that lead to your growth

"I believe in continuous improvement of my skills such that if ever I am physically and financially able I will attend skills and business related workshops and seminars such as those offered by PROWEB and other organizations in industries of interest as a way of networking and exposing myself to the industry".

"One needs to envisage the future that they want and make strides to go for it and if things fail just re-strategize and see how best things can work out for you."

Social Media Branding Tips for Women Led Businesses

Over the past couple of decades, many bold women have been successfully coming up and breaking various constraints, whether social, cultural, etc… Constraints that dampened a woman's ability to unleash her limitless potential. This trend has been particularly evident in the historically male dominated field of ‘running businesses’. To that end, I felt it was pertinent for me to share some digital age branding tips that I have picked up over the course of my career as more and more women are endeavouring in starting and running their own businesses.

In this issue, Kudzai Gochera the founder and Managing Director of VISIBLYHEARD, a notable Brand Communication and Business Development company offering full service solutions ,shares some very important branding tips that women can use to maximize on their visibility. Kudzai is passionate about gender equality and sustainable business development.

Be Unique

Let's jump right in with one of the most basic, but important points to note in branding. The brand is the identity of the business, and the most successful brands are the ones that are set apart from their competition. In simpler terms, your brand needs to be unique. Your business needs its own special identity for it to be able to appeal and form a connection with your customers. Inasmuch as your business exists in the same market space as your competition, what differentiates you from your competition is what will determine how much market share you will have.

The story behind

Inherently people like hearing things or acquiring information. Stories are practical collections of information. The story behind your brand is what enhances the likeability of your brand. Tell a story that captivates and inspires. Show how a strong and professional woman shatters glass ceilings in her industry by overcoming misconceptions and starting and running a business that continuously progresses, succeeds and empowers others.

Also, tell a story engrained in reality and the values of the business

A wellarticulated story helps the customer base not only connect with your business, but also believe in the values of the business.

The posts...

On social media, ALWAYS use quality graphics and photographs to describe the journey of the female leader/s and the organization as a whole to communicate the inclusiveness of the business. You must, as well, put effort into being consistent with well thought out posts Posting for the sake of posting will fail to garner meaningful interactions, and it can also put off potential customers.

Confidence...

Do not be flimsy or shaky about your brand and its values. These should be communicated with confidence Be clear and unequivocal about your support for inclusivity and women empowerment in your posts.

Social media tools and techniques...

Make use of the many helpful tools built into social media. Platforms such as Instagram allow you to run ads to reach a wider and more targeted audience at very little cost. On platforms such as Twitter, you have the ability to interact with your customer in a conversational and even feminine tone to show that you ' re a confident and inclusive women led business. However, always keep interactions professional and above board.

Branding elements

Do not shy away from using branding elements that speak to the femininity of the leadership Create a memorable and inspired logo that communicates the values of the business Have a colour palette that appeals to your target audience while highlighting what your business is about. Also, choose typography that indicates the ideas and the identity of the business.

Uniformity

Develop a brand manual so that you can maintain consistency across all your marketing platforms. The best brands have a uniformity to their marketing. Your logo and all other branding elements should be easily recognizable in all the formats that they are available in.

Target audience

Last, but definitely not least, know your target audience. Study and research their preferences and needs because it's the audience who, at the end of the day, get to choose whether or not they've been impressed by your brand In reality, this point takes precedence over most of the above points. This is because at the crux of it, branding is simply just branding. The brand needs to project the idea that a customer’s needs will be comprehensively met Whether it's a female or a male led business

It's not mainly about the individuals, but it's about the relationship between the business’s product and the end-user of the product/service. The individuals (leading women), of course, do bare significant influence on that relationship, hence these tips. The leading women and their stories get to be the beaming beacons of the brand This will, in turn, end up affecting product sales positively!

Conclusion...

To conclude, these branding tips will help any women led business to augment the relationship with its customers, communicate clearly and enhance its marketing As well, always remember, everything comes off better with a little confidence

Kudzai is available for consultancy and speaking opportunities-: kudzai@visiblyheard.com

CONNIE MUTUNHU

COMBINING BUSINESS ACUMEN & PHILANTHROPY TO CHANGE THE WORLD

Top tier business leadership, philanthropy lessons & inspiration, for people everywhere.

Connie Mutunhu is a Zimbabwean tax expert who has made waves in the world of finance over the years. Growing up, her dream job was to be a teacher and also a nurse, the latter because “I wanted to get on a plane as the training was going to happen in England.”, she said laughing at herself.

For some reason however, when she finished school she got a job with the Government Tax Department, a role she describes as a major blessing to her life and career.

She credits this role and the institution for making her who she is today, “the government tax department made me who I am ” , she said in an interview with GEMS magazine.

At some point trainers from Australia were invited to come to Zimbabwe and she was part of the people who got the high-level taxation training which then resulted in her and one other colleague being selected to go for further training in the land down under.

Their unit was called the A’ Team and the excellence of that squad gave her a strong foundation, which has resulted in her being a much sought after tax expert in Zimbabwe and beyond.

After returning from Australia she worked at the tax department until she left for Ernst and Young, a multinational professional services partnership which is among the four biggest accounting firms in the whole world.

There she started off as a Senior Consultant and progressed in her career to become a partner. She worked at Ernst and Young for 10 years and gained extensive experience in providing tax advice to multinational companies and other businesses.

With over 30 years of experience in the field, she is well-versed in the various tax heads and is adept at tax structuring and negotiations.

Mutunhu is also the founder of NNIDA Consulting Services (Private) Limited, a tax consultancy firm that provides services to businesses of all sizes. The firm has a strong reputation for providing high-quality advice and having a deep understanding of the Zimbabwean tax landscape. A force to be reckoned with in the world of finance who is able to help her clients navigate the complex tax laws, she is also a passionate advocate for women ' s empowerment, and a role model for women everywhere.

Mutunhu, a holder of a Master’s Degree in Change Management & Leadership from Leeds University, has punched above her weight in the world of finance, banking and in taxation, and has also occupied other positions in business and in the social space. She has notably served as the Board Chairperson of the Southern Africa Aids Trust and is also in the founding committee of impactful organization, Childline Zimbabwe.

In addition to her work in the private sector, Mutunhu is a member of Soroptimist International, an organization that works to improve the lives of women and girls around the world.

It was founded in 1921 as a global volunteer service for women and it has about 72,000 members in 121 countries. She joined the organization in 1997 when they extended an invitation to her, after having reached a certain level in her career. She is also the first president of the Soroptimist International African Federation.

As Soroptimists, they are currently partnering with a health fund under the United Nations and rallying sister organizations to help tackle cervical cancer, which reportedly killed about 76 000 African women in 2020. Mutunhu believes that women can achieve great things when they are given the opportunity, “As Soroptimists, we are passionate about development and we have a drive to see communities around us thriving. We also want to see a better Africa”, she said.

As for her future plans, the mother of two and grandmother said she will continue dedicating herself to Christian Ministry and making an impact via education. She is chairing the founding committee of the Seventh Day Adventist University in Chegutu which is currently under construction. She is also a mentor, a role which enables her to impart her knowledge and expertise to younger women.

Connie advised them to stay up to date with taxation trends and changes. She also emphasized on the need for them to be consistent, to be focused, accountable and to deliver on their assigned duties, saying that they ought to be trusted as experts and delivering a good service enables clients to trust you and your service which then results in success.

MEN’S HEALTH AWARENESS

By Dr. Kuda Nyatanga

It is essential to pay attention to your health. Life is busy, but that should never be an excuse for not prioritizing your wellness. Staying in tune with your well-being promotes a stable lifestyle, reduces risk factors and lowers the chances of medical emergencies.

Whether you just found your doctor or already have one, visit them regularly. Getting an annual physical examination is the best way to prevent an illness before it occurs. Stop cancelling or postponing your doctor’s appointments. Things to ask your doctor about include Blood tests, Supplements, Blood pressure, Cholesterol levels, Alcohol consumption, Weight management and food choices. Always remember your health is a top priority, and visiting your doctor is a great preventive measure for men ’ s health.

The foods you eat directly fuel your body. Cutting back on fast foods, sugars and carbohydrates makes a difference when you replace them with fruits and vegetables. The best way to keep a healthy diet is to give yourself some variety daily. Eating fruits, vegetables, whole grains and fiber helps you avoid heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

A healthy diet can reduce high blood pressure and belly fat. Getting activity in your day prolongs your overall well-being. Making time for 30 minutes of physical activity during most days of the week increases men ’ s physical and mental health. Something as simple as an evening walk could be the lifestyle change you need. Sleeping between seven and nine hours each night keeps you in your best shape

Drinking caffeine instead of getting enough sleep leads to a toxic cycle that can deteriorate your health, so always give yourself time to rest. While adding positive changes like exercise and quality sleep to your lifestyle, you should consider current practices damaging your health. Smoking and vaping are the leading causes of preventable death. This practice can cause heart disease and cancer.

Alcohol and high-risk sexual behaviors can also harm your health

Excessive drinking may lead to cancer and heart issues. Depending on your age group, you should also screen for specific medical conditions with your doctor. For example, men in their 20s should screen for high cholesterol and testicular cancer. Older men in their 50s or above should look for those health concerns and additional ones like colon cancer, diabetes, heart disease and thyroid disease

As you focus on healthy habits, remember to prioritize enjoyment by doing something for yourself daily. These activities could include listening to an audiobook, doing yoga or meditating. When you do these things every day, you can experience better mental health and improve recovery from substance use disorders.

You should always stay ready for sex A lack of erection often points to underlying health issues. When you notice problems getting or keeping an erection more than 25% of the time, you should take note. This symptom may point to emotional problems, diseases or other physical causes like overconsumption of alcohol. Unsafe sexual behaviors like unprotected sex and multiple sexual partners can increase the chances of sexually transmitted infections.

If you have a family history of mental illness, alcohol abuse or suicide, speaking to your doctor about warning signs and symptoms is essential. A positive outlook on your life comes from wellness inside and out. Asking for help when needed is the first step toward improving mental health

Keeping extra weight off reduces your risk of heart attack, heart disease, cardiovascular disease or stroke. By exercising regularly and sticking to portion recommendations, your heart has to work less during the day and while you sleep.

You can use body mass index and waist circumference to estimate your weight status.

The prostate gland grows as you age, leading to urinary symptoms like passing more urine throughout the day or having less urine flow When you experience these issues, talk to your doctor about lifestyle changes like urinating when you get the urge, drinking fluids steadily throughout the day and exercising regularly.

As Hilltop Family Clinic, we want you to establish and trust us a your doctor. Your doctor is the key to a healthier life. Over time, we will know your lifestyle as well as you do. We want you to learn from us during routine visits, and be sure to make any necessary changes if applicable.

We want you to be free to discuss symptoms with us rather than ignoring them. A proper diagnosis can promote a healthier life even with a health condition. No matter your age, you should maintain a healthy lifestyle with your eating, sleeping and exercise habits. These habits may look different depending on your age. Men in their 50s or above should focus more on low-impact exercise, while younger men can focus more on strength training.

Deis & Des Sponsored by the Wellness and Beauty Spa

Generally speaking, a spa is a service provider whose main aim is to improve personal wellness, relaxation and enhance the beauty of its clients. This is done through various treatments such as massages (head, body and feet), waxing, facials, manicures, pedicures and much more.

Contrary to what some perceive, Spa treatments are not only for the affluent few but for EVERYONE who wants to feel energized, relaxed, pampered and well.

Let us demystify massages

This is a body treatment where a therapist manipulates the body’s soft tissues or muscles, through various techniques, using their hands, arms, feet and/or massage devices

The technique (using varying degrees of pressure, intensity, different manners of touch, different types of devices and recommended length of treatment), used, depends on the type of massage being given.

Signs You Need a Massage (not exhaustive)

Anxiety, stress, sadness and depression

Fatigue

Muscle tension and/or pain

Neck, shoulder and/or back pain

Poor sleep quality

Regular headaches

Poor circulation

Before, and/or after intense exercise

Poor posture

The need to relax

Benefits of You Getting a Massage (not exhaustive)

Increases/improves metabolism

Relieves stress and headaches

Enhances a calm mind

Improves circulation and joint mobility

Promotes muscle relaxation

Improves sleep quality

Boosts immunity

Improves general mood

Helps athletes of any level, prepare for and recover from, strenuous workouts

Improves overall wellness

How Often Should You Get a Massage? For Relaxation

As often as you like and can afford.

Recommended = Weekly

For Pain Relief

Leave at least 3 days between massages to allow muscles to recover.

Recommended = Weekly until the pain subsides

For Relief of Knots

Weekly for a minimum of 4 weeks to fully work out the knots and thereafter, monthly sessions to prevent the knots reoccurring.

Zimbabweans in GLOBAL Beauty & Fashion

Lyinetty Janhi, the founder and CEO of Ruby-Lyn Makeup

Artistry’s passion for makeup started years back when she was a little girl. She says she used to admire her sisters rocking their red and pink lipsticks and she said to herself, "one day, l will wear lipstick as well".

Famously known as Ruby-Lyn, she says her aim is to make sure that all the Ruby Lyn makeup products are created to perfection with high quality and high pigmented products that every woman will fall in love with.

The trained nurse is a strong believer in that all women are beautiful and that makeup enhances their natural beauty says makeup is fun and it can be also be very therapeutic. Her catalogue has a variety of makeup options including lip gloss, face powders, eye shadows and brushes among other fabulous things.

Ruby-Lyn who is based in Australia, sells her products via a website as well as in physical stores, and has one in Zimbabwe as well. She has almost 350 000 followers on Facebook alone. She says her aim is to make sure that clients get the most enjoyable shopping experience.

She is taking African Fashion to the center stage

Professor Farai Simoyi was born in London to Zimbabwean parents. She always had a passion for fashion, and she knew from a young age that she wanted to be a fashion designer. After graduating from high school, she moved to New York City to study fashion design at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT).

Farai Simoyi was born on 1 October 1983 in London, England. She lived her early childhood in Harare, Zimbabwe, where she attended early primary education at Groombridge Primary School before moving to West Virginia in the United States of America.

At FIT, Simoyi quickly distinguished herself as a talented designer. She won several awards for her work, and she interned with some of the most prestigious fashion brands in the world. After graduating from FIT, Simoyi was hired as a designer for House of Dereon, the clothing line by mega-artist Beyoncé and her mother, Tina Knowles.

Simoyi worked at House of Dereon for five years, during which time she helped to design some of the brand's most iconic pieces. She also worked closely with Beyoncé to create custom looks for her music videos and red carpet appearances.

In 2014, Simoyi left House of Dereon to launch her own fashion line, Farai Simoyi. The line is known for its bold, colorful designs that are inspired by Simoyi's Zimbabwean heritage. Simoyi's designs have been featured in magazines such as Vogue, Elle, and Harper's Bazaar.

In addition to her work as a fashion designer, Simoyi is also a television personality.

She appeared on the first season of the Netflix fashion design competition series Next in Fashion, and she has also served as a judge on several other fashion reality shows. Simoyi is also an educator and is the Program Director and Professor of Fashion Design Programs at Thomas Jefferson University. She is passionate about teaching the next generation of fashion designers, and is committed to using her platform to promote diversity and inclusion in the fashion industry.

Farai Simoyi is surely changing the way the fashion industry looks, and is inspiring a new generation of designers to follow in her footsteps.

Jackie

makeup

Vault cosmetics

Hollywood.

Jackie left Zimbabwe more than 24 years ago to go to the United States where she nurtured and grew her love for all things beauty.

Jackie, who always looks well groomed and ever beautiful, loves connecting with her customers and advises other entrepreneur’s to let the customer be the driver of all the products you have as well as understanding them and their needs.

Jacque, a force to be reckoned with, says her passion is in helping women of all colors to shine. She believes that darker complexions have been neglected by the cosmetics and beauty industry, so she started her own brand. However, she doesn’t describe her line as just a “black” brand. Her motivation is to make her beauty secrets, make up, and skin care line available to the entire world.

Mgido is a talented

artist and founder of

who has done make-up artistry on some of the best actors in

The Jacque Mgido line offers brilliant colors that work immaculately with the complexions of Africans, Asians, Latinas, Caucasians, and Indian men and women – a truly international brand bridging culture and race.

Her products are all fragrance-free, allergy tested, noncomedogenic, and made in California.

The brand's products are designed to be versatile and easy to use, making them perfect for the modern woman on the go. Vault Cosmetics also offers a wide range of shades to suit all skin tones.

So far Vault has been a trendsetter and is loved by many women in Zimbabwe. Many African women have since followed up and started their own make-up businesses following after the revolution started by Jackie. Vault is fostering the mind-set of people trying to start their own businesses, the mind-set of people wearing things that they’ve never tried their whole entire life and most importantly the expansion into other countries and education.

In terms of the Hollywood market, Jackie is listed on the credits of Hollywood Films such as Fatale, Cemetery Gates, Shrink Wrap and Broken among others.

Here are a few of the latest productivity technological tips for African women in business:

• Use project management tools. Project management tools can help you to keep track of your projects, set deadlines, and collaborate with team members. Some popular project management tools include Asana, Trello, and Jira.

• Automate tasks There are a number of ways to automate tasks, such as using email marketing software to send out newsletters or using a virtual assistant to book appointments. Automating tasks can free up your time so that you can focus on other things.

• Use communication tools. There are a number of communication tools that can help you to stay in touch with clients, team members, and other stakeholders. Some popular communication tools include Slack, Zoom, and Google Meet.

• Use productivity apps. There are a number of productivity apps that can help you to stay organized, manage your time, and be more productive Some popular productivity apps include Evernote, Todoist, and Wunderlist.

In addition to these specific tips, there are a few general things that African women in business can do to boost their productivity. These include:

• Set clear goals and priorities. When you know what you want to achieve, it's easier to stay focused and productive.

In today's fast-paced business world, it's more important than ever to be productive. And with the help of technology, there are a number of ways that Zimbabwean women in business can boost their productivity.

Break down large tasks into smaller ones. This can make large tasks seem less daunting and more manageable

• Take breaks. It's important to take breaks throughout the day to avoid burnout.

• Reward yourself for your accomplishments. This will help you to stay motivated and productive

By following these tips, Zimbabwean business women can boost their productivity and achieve their business goals.

Here are some additional tips that are specifically targeted towards African women in business:

• Use technology that is accessible to you. Not all technology is created equal, so it's important to use technology that is accessible to you and that you feel comfortable using.

• Find a community of supportive women Having a community of supportive women can help you to stay motivated and productive.

• Don't be afraid to ask for help If you ' re struggling to be productive, don't be afraid to ask for help from a mentor, friend, or colleague. With the help of technology and these tips, African women in business can boost their productivity and achieve their business goals.

GEMS IN THE GEMS IN THE DIASPORA DIASPORA

Inspiring stories of female immigrants of Zimbabwean origin.

Fungai Ndemera is a Zimbabwean-born businesswoman who is now based in the United Kingdom. She is the founder and CEO of Checkup Health, a digital health platform that is helping to address health inequalities in the UK. Ndemera was born in Zimbabwe and grew up in a rural area. She came to the UK as an immigrant with no money and no English. She worked hard to learn the language and to build a successful career. She eventually became a nurse, but she was always interested in entrepreneurship.

In 2015, Ndemera founded Checkup Health The platform provides a range of services, including video and online consultations, personal health monitoring, and cultural engagement tools. Checkup Health is designed to be accessible to people from all backgrounds, and it is particularly focused on helping people from ethnic minority groups Ndemera is a passionate advocate for diversity and inclusion in the healthcare industry. She believes that everyone should have access to quality healthcare, regardless of their background. She is also committed to using technology to improve the healthcare experience for everyone.

Checkup Health has been recognized for its innovative approach to healthcare. The platform has won several awards, including the NHS Digital Innovation Award and the Black British Business Award. Ndemera herself has been named one of the Top 100 Most Influential Black Britons. Ndemera is an inspiration to many people. She is a role model for women and minorities, and she is proof that anything is possible if you set your mind to it. She is a true pioneer in the healthcare industry, and she is making a difference in the lives of people all over the UK.

Here are some additional details about Fungai Ndemera:

• She is the author of the book "The All Dots Digital Transformation Model."

• She is a frequent speaker at conferences and events on the topics of entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and health equity.

• She is a mentor to young entrepreneurs and is passionate about helping others achieve their dreams.

According to her website, Fungai has over 20 years of experience in entrepreneurship, digital transformation, culture and BAME health behaviors. Fungai has been in leadership roles for more than 20 years and knows how to build effective tech product and digital transformation solutions in the health sector that embed cultural differences and BAME engagement. She is also a captivating speaker and advisor to health organizations.

As a speaker, she is known for her elegance and charisma but more importantly, her ability to adapt her message to engage the health industry. She is a natural storyteller, knows how to give actionable insights, health-tech case studies to support healthcare organizations, from GP practices to corporate organizations Fungai Ndemera is a remarkable woman who is making a significant impact on the world. She is an inspiration to us all, and we can all learn from her example.