An African Village-Boy in Aotearoa New Zealand

Dr Kudakwashe Nomore Tuwe presents his true-life story, An African Village-Boy in Aotearoa New Zealand. Reflecting on his childhood in his village in rural Zimbabwe, he takes the reader on an exciting journey that ushers you into the realities of life without electricity, tap-water and flush-toilets. Tuwe's childhood coincided with the Zimbabwe war of liberation. This influenced him to attempt to cross into neighbouring Mozambique to train as a Freedom Fighter in order to liberate his country from the shackles of repressive colonialism. His story is one of insurmountable odds stacked against him, but ultimately, he triumphs over his circumstances, told with the simplicity and clarity of a village-boy. He also narrates his employment challenges and struggles in New Zealand.

Biblical teachings from his mother based on social justice and compassion modelled Tuwe's childhood and influenced him to be a community advocate and to engage in charity work. This story spans half a world, starting in pre-colonial Zimbabwe to the land of the Kiwi where he currently lives with his wife, two grown-up children and a grandson. He is the 6th child (twin) of his father's first wife, in a family of 23 siblings born to five different mothers.

Dr Tuwe's hunger for knowledge, believing in oneself and rejection of the notion that the circumstances of one's birth is the determinant of how much one can achieve. Tuwe demon-strates how he maintained his character and humanity whilst positively contributing to the various cultures and excelling in his endeavours, winning at work and also winning at home.

Denys Denya {BAcc, ACIS, FCA(Z), MBA, AMP (Harvard)}

Executive Vice President, African Export and Import Bank, Cairo, Egypt

Despite the challenges encountered by many migrants to Aotearoa New Zealand, Tuwe shows us that, by virtue of family, community and friends, we can eventually reach the top of our academic mountain. The perseverance, humour and camaraderie that embody Tuwe are illustrated in the chapters of this book.

Dr Camille Nakhid, Professor - School of Social Sciences and Public Policy. Auckland University of Technology, Auckland, NZ

Tuwe's life story is a lesson in daring to dream and knowing that it does not matter how life has treated you in the past, it is about how much work you are willing to put in to get to where you want to be.

Gordon G Savanhu, Senior Bank Executive, Harare Zimbabwe

Tuwe's journey is an inspiration to many migrants in NZ. He inspired the panel with his passion for ethnic communities and being the voice for those communities. It shows personal focus and determination despite facing challenging moments on arrival in NZ.

Anusha Guler, Former Deputy Chief Executive - Community & Partnerships: Ministry for Ethnic Communities, NZ

Every day I see people doing great things in the world and nothing beats the joy to see this simple village-boy who grew up in a rural area become a PhD holder. I have known Tuwe all his life and have seen how he has approached life with such a passion, such tenacity and desire to conquer the world.

Timon Simbarashe Nyatsambo; MD - Financial Services, South Africa

From humble beginnings, Tuwe has risen to the heights of success in life. His success stems from his hard work, focus and determination inspired by his love for God from a very early age.

Beauty Mabasa (Nee Nyatsambo) - Pastor Global Life Ministries, Harare. Zimbabwe

Dr Tuwe's recounting of growing up in abject poverty, struggling through education and eventually rising to attain a doctoral degree and working in senior positions, is a testimony that God honours hard work, humility and tenacity.

Friday Fumbilwa, JP, Senior Minister, El- Shaddai Worship Centre, Auckland NZ

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