1952 – 2018
Opposition leader and trade unionist who founded the Movement for Democratic Change and served as Prime Minister in Zimbabwe's unity government (2009-2013).
1917 – 1999
Nationalist leader known as 'Father Zimbabwe' who co-led the independence struggle and served as Vice President from 1987 until his death in 1999.
1924 – 2005
Formula One racing driver who competed in 10 Grand Prix races between 1967-1972, representing Rhodesia and later Zimbabwe in international motorsport.
1935 – 2019
Dorothy Masuka was a renowned jazz singer and songwriter who became known as the 'Queen of African Jazz,' performing across southern Africa and composing songs that addressed social and political issues.
1964 – 2005
Yvonne Vera was a prominent Zimbabwean novelist whose works explored themes of women's experiences and post-colonial identity, winning several international literary awards before her death from AIDS-related illness in 2005.
1942 – Present
Current President of Zimbabwe since 2017, nicknamed 'The Crocodile,' who came to power after leading the coup that ousted Robert Mugabe.
1931 – 2019
Zimbabwean politician
1955 – Present
Former Vice President of Zimbabwe (2004-2014) and liberation war veteran who was dismissed by Robert Mugabe and later formed the opposition Zimbabwe People First party.
1959 – Present
Author and filmmaker whose novel 'Nervous Conditions' was named one of the 12 best African books of the 20th century and who won the 2021 PEN Pinter Prize.
1981 – Present
Award-winning author whose debut novel 'We Need New Names' was longlisted for the Man Booker Prize and won the 2013 PEN/Hemingway Award.
1952 – 2019
Oliver Mtukudzi was one of Zimbabwe's most celebrated musicians, known for his distinctive guitar style and his genre called 'Tuku Music,' recording over 60 albums during his career.
1936 – 2003
Zimbabwe's first President (1980-1987) and Methodist minister who served as a ceremonial head of state during the country's transition to independence.
1919 – 2007
Last Prime Minister of Rhodesia (1964-1979) who issued the Unilateral Declaration of Independence from Britain and resisted majority rule until forced to negotiate.
1925 – 2010
Methodist bishop and politician who served as Prime Minister of Zimbabwe Rhodesia (1979-1980) during the brief transition period before independence.
1957 – Present
Zimbabwean goalkeeper who played 628 games for Liverpool FC, winning six league titles and the European Cup, famous for his acrobatic saves and eccentric behavior.
1983 – Present
Olympic swimmer who won seven medals including two golds, making her Zimbabwe's most successful Olympian and later serving as Minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation.
1924 – 2019
Zimbabwe's second President who ruled for 30 years (1987-2017), transforming from liberation hero to authoritarian leader before being forced from power in a military coup.
1977 – Present
British-Zimbabwean actress who has appeared in films including Sunshine and Doctor Who, and on stage with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
1979 – Present
Professional tennis player who won four Grand Slam doubles titles and one mixed doubles title, reaching a career-high ranking of World No. 31 in singles.
1978 – Present
Striker who played for Manchester City and Portsmouth in the Premier League, becoming one of Zimbabwe's most successful football exports in European leagues.
1996 – Present
Professional footballer who plays as a striker for Nantes and the Zimbabwe national team, known for his prolific goal-scoring in French football.
1972 – Present
Professional tennis player who won 34 ATP doubles titles and reached the doubles final at three Grand Slam tournaments during his career.
1994 – Present
Defensive midfielder who plays for Aston Villa in the Premier League and captains the Zimbabwe national football team.
1996 – Present
English footballer who plays as a defender and has represented both England and Zimbabwe at international level. He has played for clubs including Everton, West Bromwich Albion, and Luton Town in his professional career.
1965 – Present
Former First Lady of Zimbabwe and ZANU-PF politician whose ambitions to succeed her husband Robert Mugabe contributed to his 2017 downfall.
