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.
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.
1978 – Present
Zimbabwean-American actress best known for playing Michonne in The Walking Dead and Okoye in Black Panther, who is also an acclaimed playwright.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
1988 – Present
British-Zimbabwean actor who gained international recognition playing Simon Basset, Duke of Hastings, in the first season of Netflix's 'Bridgerton'. He previously appeared in 'For the People' and various British television productions.
1977 – Present
British-Zimbabwean actress who has appeared in films including Sunshine and Doctor Who, and on stage with the Royal Shakespeare Company.
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.
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.
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.
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.
1965 – Present
Former First Lady of Zimbabwe and ZANU-PF politician whose ambitions to succeed her husband Robert Mugabe contributed to his 2017 downfall.
