adminTanaka Mahanya
AFTER graduating from college, most people think of applying for jobs in organisations to sustain themselves.more people.
For Rumbidzai Matimbe (26), recycling used wine bottles has opened doors for her in the crafting and design industry.
She makes and designs wine bottles for special events using spray paint and glitters to make them attractive.
Rumbidzai believes the informal sector plays an important role in providing employment to youths and women, leading to the development of the country.
“I came up with the idea of being a business entrepreneur in 2020, during the Covid-19 lockdown.
“When most people were hopeless because of the situation the world was in, I decided to grab the opportunity that presented itself.
“My business includes crafting and designing wine bottles into unique bottles which are hired by people who would be holding functions,” she said.
Rumbidzai said she realised that there was gold in recycling.
“I used to see wine bottles lying around in the streets and, as an artist, I just decided to come up with a unique design with bottles instead of polluting the environment.
“Most of the things that are thrown away can be recycled and used to create even better products.
“While many people believe that only white-collar jobs are the key to success, employing yourself is even better,” she said.
After completing an Arts and Design course at Harare Polytechnic, job-hunting was not an easy task for her.
“I believe in the near future I will be an employer of other women who are passionate about designing.
“I was passionate to be part of the exhibitors at the Just for Women event where I got the opportunity to showcase my products.”
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