First Mutual Holdings Limited (FMHL), through its Future First Financial Literacy programme, has partnered with Junior Achievement (JA) Zimbabwe to equip young graduates with essential skills in entrepreneurship, financial literacy and work readiness.
The collaboration, which forms part of FMHL’s community empowerment drive, seeks to bridge the gap between academic learning and real-world application by offering mentorship sessions that connect graduates with experienced professionals.
The sessions focus on career guidance, employability, financial management, and entrepreneurship, empowering young people to transition smoothly into the workforce or start their own ventures.
As part of the initiative, the two organisations recently hosted an inaugural financial literacy training session, where participants were exposed to practical lessons on professional presentation, job-seeking skills, and identifying business opportunities.
For many graduates, the mentorship has already made a lasting impact.
“This mentorship has been an all-in-one package of what I need right now after graduation. It’s been so enlightening and will definitely guide me,” said Tonylee Banda, a Computer Engineering graduate from the University of Zimbabwe.
Another participant, Talent Zhou, who studied Actuarial Science, echoed the same enthusiasm.
“I truly appreciate the insightful presentations and the hope they gave us. The networking opportunities with fellow graduates and professionals were invaluable,” Zhou said.
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JA Zimbabwe said the partnership aligns with its mission to empower young people with the skills, confidence, and networks they need to thrive in a competitive job market.
The 2025 Graduate Mentorship Programme is expected to expand its reach across universities and youth groups nationwide, with a strong emphasis on building resilience and preparing a workforce equipped for future challenges.
FMHL’s Future First Financial Literacy initiative also extends beyond graduates to informal traders, SMEs, and university students, promoting a culture of financial responsibility, savings, and long-term planning.
Through such initiatives, First Mutual says it aims to strengthen financial inclusion and nurture future entrepreneurs and professionals who will drive Zimbabwe’s economic growth.
