Strive Masiyiwa

Strive Masiyiwa

Keynote Speaker: Telecommunications & Technology Entrepreneur & Philanthropist; Founder & Executive Chairman of the Econet Group

Strive Masiyiwa Biography

Strive Masiyiwa is a Zimbabwean based in London and an international business leader. A telecommunications and technology entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist, he has founded and invested in businesses globally, spanning Africa, Europe, India, Latin America, the Middle East, New Zealand, and the USA in nearly four decades as an entrepreneur.

Masiyiwa is the founder and Executive Chairman of South Africa-based Econet Group and Cassava Technologies and is one of the pioneers of the mobile telecoms industry on the African continent. Masiyiwa has also been involved in the development of Africa’s independent media.

In May 2020, Masiyiwa was appointed to serve as an African Union Special Envoy to help coordinate Africa’s private sector efforts to procure medical supplies and fight the spread of COVID-19. As Special Envoy he also headed up the Africa Vaccine Acquisition Task Team. He led a similar private sector initiative to fight Ebola in West Africa in 2014-2015.

Masiyiwa serves on the boards of Netflix Inc., Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, UK Advanced Research and Invention Agency (ARIA), and National Geographic Society, as well as global advisory councils including Bank of America, Stanford University, and Bloomberg New Economy Forum. Previously, he held board positions at Unilever Plc, The Rockefeller Foundation, and Morehouse College, among others.

Masiyiwa is a member of the Giving Pledge. In 1996, he and his wife, Tsitsi, cofounded what is now known as the Higherlife Foundation which has supported the education of over 250,000 orphaned, vulnerable, and gifted children across Africa, as well as health, disaster relief and preparedness, and rural transformation programs.

Masiyiwa received a bachelor of engineering degree from the University of Cardiff.

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Strive Masiyiwa Videos

Strive Masiyiwa | Milken Institute Global Conference
Global Entrepreneur, Philanthropist Strive Masiyiwa in conversation
Strive Masiyiwa - Creating Wakanda: Youth, technology and ...

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What topics does Strive Masiyiwa speak about?

Strive Masiyiwa is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entrepreneurship, Black Heritage, Social Activism, Philanthropy, Leadership, Technology, Digital Transformation, Christian and Public Health.

Where does Strive Masiyiwa travel from?

Strive Masiyiwa generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Strive Masiyiwa?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Strive Masiyiwa for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Strive Masiyiwa for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Strive Masiyiwa or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Strive Masiyiwa is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Entrepreneurship, Black Heritage and Social Activism. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Strive Masiyiwa generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Aliko Dangote, Fred Swaniker and Patrice Motsepe. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Strive Masiyiwa for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 16/07/2025.

Strive Masiyiwa Videos

Strive Masiyiwa | Milken Institute Global Conference
Global Entrepreneur, Philanthropist Strive Masiyiwa in conversation
Strive Masiyiwa - Creating Wakanda: Youth, technology and ...
Strive Masiyiwa, Founder and Executive Chairman of Econet ...
  • How do I book Strive Masiyiwa to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Strive Masiyiwa for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Strive Masiyiwa, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Strive Masiyiwa or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Strive Masiyiwa for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Strive Masiyiwa, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Strive Masiyiwa, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Strive Masiyiwa speak about?

    Strive Masiyiwa is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entrepreneurship, Black Heritage, Social Activism, Philanthropy, Leadership, Technology, Digital Transformation, Christian and Public Health.
  • Where does Strive Masiyiwa travel from?

    Strive Masiyiwa generally travels from London, UK and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Strive Masiyiwa?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Strive Masiyiwa for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Strive Masiyiwa for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Strive Masiyiwa or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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