The global remittance giant Remitly has been revealed as the headline partner for the esteemed 2024 Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA) UK Edition, scheduled to take place on 11 May in Birmingham. Renowned for its online remittance services that cater to over 150 countries, Remitly was founded in 2011 by Matthew Oppenheimer, Josh Hug, and Shivaas Gulati and achieved public listing on the Nasdaq exchange in September 2021.
ZAA founder Conrad Mwanza expressed utmost delight in collaborating with Remitly, emphasizing the shared vision of celebrating excellence and fostering international collaboration. Acknowledging the significant contributions of Zimbabweans in the healthcare sector in the UK, Mwanza announced the addition of a new category sponsored by Ultra Med Health Care to recognize the achievements of Zimbabweans in this field.
The forthcoming 2024 UK Nominees list reflects a diverse array of talents across various sectors including health and social care, business, entrepreneurship, music, sports, community work, and cultural endeavors. Notable categories and nominees include:
Health and Social Care Awards Sponsored by Care Quality Support part of Ultra Health Solutions
Female Health Care Entrepreneur
- Nqobile MPUNZI
- Sharon Odongo
- Busie Msipa
- Hilda Chehore
- Moira Pratt-Bennett
- Shelter Gore Webb
- Theresa Sande-Daniel
Male Health Care Entrepreneur
- Tarisai Kadungure
- Max Ndongwe
- Atherton Tiripano Mutombwera
- Nkululeko Mlotshwa
Health Care Business – Agency
- A to Z Heathcare Services Ltd
- PB Moinville Care
- Goodnews For Life- Domiciliary Care Agency
- Caring Hearts and Hands Ltd-Domiciliary Care
- Cornerstone Authentic Care
- Legend Integrated Care and Health
Health Care Business – Supported Living
- Chilton Support and Housing Limited
- Care for Me Housing and Support Services
- Cheery Blossom Supported Living Ltd
- Pathways of Hope
- Better Families Social Work Services Ltd
- Golden Care Group Ltd
Overall Social Worker Award 2024
- Tambudzai Mutisi
- Tarisai Kadungure
- Ignatious Mwariwangu
- Virginia Mpofu
- Chenai Machinjike
Overall Social Worker Team Leader Award 2024
- Ignatious Mwariwangu
- Tambudzai Mutisi
- Thando Mguni
- Tarisai Kadungure
- Samkele Mpofu
The partnership with Remitly marks a significant milestone in the ZAA’s mission to amplify success stories and provide a platform for Zimbabweans to showcase their positive impact on a global scale. As the anticipation builds for the grand event, the stage is set for yet another unforgettable celebration of excellence within the Zimbabwean diaspora community in the UK.
