IN 2018, Believe Guta shook Zimbabwe when he petitioned the Parliament of Zimbabwe calling for the establishment of a Youth Commission and a law for youth empowerment, a feat that put him in the limelight that reminiscing the incident feels him with joy and satisfaction.
That was not enough for the Kadoma born and raised entrepreneur and author.
Today, Guta is the managing director of Balwearie Holdings (Pvt) Ltd and the proprietor of Big Brains Legal Aid Trust.
He has also founded the Begu Holds Foundation while sitting as a board member for other institutions which serve one purpose—to empower people.
But 2025 has been a phenomenal year for Guta after and Indian university honoured with honorary doctorates in recognition of their work in that country.
Cambridge Digital University in partnership with India Research Centre honoured Guta with a degree at a function held in Goa, India, last month.
The institution also awarded a doctorate degree to engineer Edzai Kachirekwa, who is the president of the Afro Eurasia Energy Centre.
Kachirekwa is an engineer in power generation and high voltage transmission lines.
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Guta’s distinguished career spans entrepreneurship, strategic research and authorship, positioning him as a leading voice for emerging business leaders across Africa and beyond.
His recently published book, Legal Battles of an Entrepreneur — Navigating the Business Legal Landscape, has resonated deeply within business communities for its clear, practical guidance on addressing and avoiding legal challenges commonly faced by entrepreneurs.
Grounded in extensive fieldwork and research, the book offers a unique blend of legal insight and business strategy.
It has been widely acknowledged as a valuable resource for start-ups, small and medium-sized enterprises, and even established businesses seeking to strengthen their foundations within often complex legal frameworks.
In an interview recently, Guta took time to share his life story from the dusty streets of Kadoma and being honoured abroad for his achievements.
“It was a profound moment for me. That honorary doctorate recognised my work as a distinguished author who has penned a book which I believe will contribute immensely to enhance legal knowledge on entrepreneurship,” he said.
“It reminded me that Zimbabwean stories — our stories — matter on the world stage. I received it not just as Believe Guta, but on behalf of every young African who dares to lead change.”
Accolades are not a new thing for Guta, who once received the Junior Citizen Award courtesy of NewsDay.
“That award came after years of youth empowerment through the Begu Holds Foundation. Since 2008, we have trained young people in entrepreneurship, career guidance, and leadership,” he said.
“We invited industry icons like Steve Hall from America, Supa Mandiwanzira, Chamu Chiwanza and Phillip Chiyangwa to inspire youthful entrepreneurs.
“NewsDay readers appreciated the impact and nominated me for the award — and I accepted that award on behalf of every young life we helped change.”
As a finalist for the Schwab Foundation for Social Entrepreneurship Awards, he said representing Zimbabwe in the Switzerland-based Schwab Awards was a humbling moment.
“It confirmed that what we are building here — entrepreneurial empowerment — is not only valid, but globally respected.”
“I saw myself as a voice for African social entrepreneurs who want to solve big problems through innovation.”
His petition in Parliament calling for the establishment of a Youth Commission and a law for youth empowerment, as outlined in Section 20 of the Constitution led to a public inquiry and culminated in the 2019 Parliamentary Report, which recommended legal mechanisms to enforce Section 20 of the Constitution and summoned the then Youth minister to roll out a Youth Bill.
Though the Youth Bill is not yet in place, that process moved the conversation from idea to national agenda.
He credits his late mother, a determined market vendor, who sold vegetables at green markets and involved him directly in her business operations, as her greatest inspiration.
“She later became an elected councillor, showing me that leadership and service can go hand in hand. Her legacy laid the foundation for my love of enterprise and social responsibility,” he said.
Guta said he was inspired to aim high through a combination of watching his mother work tirelessly and recognising the power of entrepreneurship to uplift lives.
“I was driven by a desire to solve problems in my community, to create employment, and to offer solutions. Business for me is more than a career — it’s a national mission,” he said.
Unfortunately, his journey to success has not been easy.
“One of the biggest tests of my career came in 2023 when I filed a complaint against former High Court judge Justice Webster Chinamora. He had delivered a judgment in a matter that was never heard in court against our company,” Guta said.
“Just days after I submitted the complaint to the Judicial Service Commission, I was arrested. I strongly believe that arrest was retaliation.
“However, my action helped spark national conversations on judicial accountability. It led to President Emmerson Mnangagwa appointing a tribunal to determine the judge’s fitness to hold office.”
Justice Chinamora resigned just a day after the tribunal was announced.
“This chapter reminded me that speaking truth to power has a price — but it can also create meaningful change,” he said.
He has also written three books, with the first, Hard Times Never Kill, being “an autobiographical account of my journey through adversity, injustice and growth”.
“The second, Legal Battles of an Entrepreneur, offers practical insights into the real-life legal challenges businesspeople face.
“The third is Constitutional Studies for Schools in Zimbabwe, which is yet to be launched. I am also producing a legal movie called The Emergency Bail,” he said.
Guta told NewsDay Weekender Society that he plans to expand his influence through legal education and inspirational writing.
“I also want to mentor young writers and create a publishing platform that turns stories into tools for transformation — especially for youths navigating business, law, or leadership,” he said.
Currently working on the Believe in You Scholarships project, starting at Munhumutapa Primary School, Guta said it will support talented children in academics and the arts.
“I’m also expanding portfolio through Balwearie Holdings (Pvt) Ltd and scaling up our outreach under Big Brains Legal Aid Trust, which we want to have a strong brand presence in Zimbabwe,” he said.
Guta believes that for youths to succeed, they should use their background as a launch pad, not a limitation.
“Be resilient, stay humble, and educate yourself beyond the classroom. Invest in values. Surround yourself with positive energy and mentors who will challenge you. Most importantly, never stop dreaming. Even if life knocks you down — hard times never kill,” he said.
“Yes — don’t wait to be given permission to dream. Start now, start small, but start with purpose. My story proves that your past does not determine your future. Keep God first, never stop learning, and always remember — hard times never kill.”
Guta’s educational journey started at Munhumutapa Primary School, where he gained recognition for his poetry and drama performances before proceeding to Rimuka 2 High School.
At Jameson High School, he served as junior councillor, junior town clerk under the Kadoma City Council, and Junior Parliamentarian under the Child Parliament of Zimbabwe.
