Early Life and Background
Tarisai Cleopatra Chikocho, known professionally as Madam Boss, was born on April 16, 1985, in Harare, Zimbabwe. She grew up in Madziva village, a rural area in Zimbabwe. Before her rise to fame, she worked as a maid, a background that would later inspire her popular comedy skits.
She is married to Ngonidzaishe Munetsiwa, who also helps write some of her social media scripts. The couple has been together since 2011.
Career
Music
Madam Boss began her career in the gospel music industry. She released an album titled "Sunungura", which marked the start of her public career. However, it was not music that brought her widespread attention.
Comedy and Social Media
She gained popularity by creating comedy skits, often acting as a maid in humorous situations. These skits were shared on Facebook and other social platforms. Her unique style and relatable content quickly gained a large following, and she became the first Zimbabwean comedian to reach 1 million followers on Facebook.
Acting
Madam Boss later expanded into acting. In 2021, she was cast in a Nollywood series called "The Offspring". She also got a role in SABC 1’s South African drama series "Ubettina Wethu". That same year, it was announced that she would appear in a Netflix-produced South African film titled "The Bad Bishop".
In May 2022, filming began for a biographical movie titled "Becoming Madam Boss", based on her life story.
Brand Work and Business
Madam Boss has served as a brand ambassador for several companies, including:
- RwandAir
- Net*One
- Nyaradzo Group
- Ingwebu Breweries
She is also the founder of the Madam Boss Foundation, although not much is publicly known about the foundation’s specific activities.
Awards and Recognition
Madam Boss has received several awards for her work on social media and entertainment:
- Social Media Brand of the Year – Zimbabwe Business Awards (2017)
- Socialite of the Year – Zimbabwe Social Media Awards (2018)
- People’s Choice – Zimbabwe International Women Awards (2018)
- Women of the Year in Digital and Social Media – Zimbabwe National Women’s Awards (2018)
- E! Entertainment People’s Choice Awards – African Social Star (Winner, 2021)
- Influencer of the Year – Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (nominated, 2021)
Personal Life and media
She has been married to Ngonidzaishe Munetsiwa since 2011. He plays an important role in her creative process, especially in helping write and plan her comedy content.
As of 2025, Madam Boss remains active on platforms like Facebook and Instagram, where she shares comedy, lifestyle, and promotional content. She continues to be one of the most followed Zimbabwean personalities on social media.
See where Madam Boss places on the list of the most popular Zimbabweans on Instagram in 2025