However, one man is changing that.
Ncube revealed he initially started his company in 2014 during his second year on varsity.
He offered computer development services while trying to juggle his studies at the same time.
Lesley Ncube developed his own smartphone, known as the ‘Shumiphone’. Photo: Lesley Ncube.Source: Facebook
That same year, Ncube created his first gear, however, he recreated and registered it in 2018.
Now, he is the founder of Thatha and the creator of a locally-produced smartphone called the Shumiphone.
Ncube’s success did not come easy.
The genius earned his postgraduate degree from the University of Central Oklahoma in the US.
We shine the spotlight on his journey, struggles and success story.
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