Shingi Munyeza Biography

Shingi Munyeza is known for leading African Sun Limited and playing a key role in Zimbabwe's hospitality and tourism sector. He has a background in accounting and marketing.

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Legal Name	Shingi Albert Munyeza
Born	September 27, 1966 (Age 58 Years)
Nationality	Zimbabwean
Wife	Wilma Munyeza
Children	Nomsa Munyeza (Daughter)
Networth	US$85 million ▲ (estimate)
Education	High School – St. John's High School, Prince Edward School B.Compt Accounting – University of South Africa Diploma in Applied Accountancy – Institute of Accountants, Zimbabwe IMM Diploma in Marketing – Institute of Marketing Management Diploma in Hotel Management Strategy – Cornell University Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration – Solusi University

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Early Life and Education

Munyeza was born in Mazowe, Zimbabwe, as the eldest of six children. He spent his early years in Inyanga with his grandmother and later moved to Harare in 1978. He attended Tamunesa Primary School, Mhizha Primary School, St. John's High School, and Prince Edward School. During his schooling, he served as head boy and Junior Mayor of Harare.

He pursued higher education in accounting and marketing, obtaining a Bachelor of Accounting Science from the University of South Africa and a Diploma in Applied Accountancy from the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Zimbabwe. He also earned an IMM Diploma in Marketing and a Diploma in Hotel Management Strategy from Cornell University. In 2010, Solusi University awarded him an honorary Doctorate in Business Administration and Development.

Business Career

Munyeza began his career at Ernst & Young as a trainee accountant before moving into advertising with CM & A Advertising. He later joined Cresta Hospitality Zimbabwe as Group Commercial Director. In 2002, he led a consortium that acquired a stake in Zimbabwe Sun Limited, later rebranded as African Sun Limited, where he served as Chief Executive Officer. Under his leadership, the company expanded into South Africa, Botswana, Mozambique, Ghana, and Nigeria. He stepped down from African Sun in 2015.

Beyond hospitality, Munyeza has investments in telecommunications, renewable energy, and franchising, including brands like Mugg & Bean, Ocean Basket, and News Cafe.

Religious and Community Involvement

Munyeza served as the senior pastor at Faith Ministries Church in Harare from 2006 to 2017. He was involved in youth mentorship and community development programs. In 2021, he resigned from his pastoral role following a personal controversy.

Personal Life

He is married to Wilma Munyeza, and they have a daughter named Nomsa.

Awards and Recognition

Zimbabwe Tourism Authority Personality of the Year (2008–2012)
CEO of the Year (2008) by the Institute of People Management Zimbabwe
Lifetime Leadership Achievement Award by the Zimbabwe Institute of Management (2017)
Honorary Doctorate in Business Administration and Development from Solusi University (2010)