February 2024

ONE of the country’s most prominent entrepreneurs, Divine Ndhlukula has unveiled her new book titled “Entrepreneurial Success: Insights on Growing Business in a Fluid Economy.” The book launch, which took place on Thursday at The Venue in the capital, was graced by renewables entrepreneur Prechard Mhako, multi-award-winning author Petinah Gapa, Air Zimbabwe board chairperson Chipo Mtasa and Old Mutual Insurance Company Zimbabwe managing director Gloria Zvaravanhu. Ndhlukula, the founder and managing director of DDNS Security, the holding company for Securico Security ServicesZimbabwe’s first ISO certified security, has dedicated the book to Zimbabwean entrepreneurs who continue to defy the odds. “I am very excited to release my first book dedicated to the brave entrepreneurs and dedicated team members. My book is dedicated to the fearless souls who dare to dream and defy the odds, your courage inspires us all,” said Ndhlukula during the book launch. “Entrepreneurial Success is not just a book; it’s a labour of love, a culmination of experiences, and a guide for all the dreamers and doers out there. Dive into the world of entrepreneurship with me as I share insights, strategies, and personal anecdotes to empower you on your own journey. “To the incredible Securico Security and Zviko Farms team members, past and present, your unwavering faith in my vision and relentless support have fueled this journey beyond measure. Ndhlukula, whose companies include Zvikomborero Farms, which is known for extensive goat production, said the formation of the various companies was a fulfilment of a dream she harboured growing up in Gutu. “From a young age back in the rural areas of Gutu I had a dream to stand out, start up, create jobs, build generational wealth for my family and make a difference to the economy of Zimbabwe,” she said. Over the years she has scooped a number of awards through her company Securico and Zvikomborero Farms. “I have been privileged to be recognised nationally, regionally and globally for business excellence and for my support of gender initiatives,” she added. The Financial Gazette