By the time he died, everyone would admire to be like Ivan Ssemwanga but have you ever bothered to know how the fallen tycoon made it to the top? Here is a brief journey how Ivan managed to defeat poverty.
After meeting Zari in 2000, Ssemwanga later traveled to South Africa but his entrance to this state was a bit dramatic. Apparently he traveled by bus on his first trip to South Africa through Zambia because he had illegal documents. On his arrival, the former broke guy who died a tycoon started his journey in South African Capital of Pretoria as a traditional witchdoctor with the help of a friend.
He started working at a shrine and later few friends helped him set up his own as time passed on. He was later branded “Sangoma” a phrase used to describe traditional healers. His main clients were South African rich people who helped him grow the business very fast by setting up branches to the rest of the country.
Ivan purchased a BMW as his first ever ride which he acquired before producing any kids. As the money continued to flow in, he later called Zari to stay with him in S.A and also help him in the business. The two worked tirelessly together to establish an empire everyone would wish to be part of.
After securing endorsements from influential politicians and fellow business people, Ivan managed to set up Brooklyn city colleges. At the time of his death, he’d set up over seven campuses across East Africa. He quit the witchcraft business and concentrated on his colleges.
It is to be noted that Ssemwanga stopped in senior six. Instead of enrolling for a bachelors degree, he started his hustle. He attended Bishop Brown Primary school and Kanjuki S.S for his high school studies.
Ivan also owns a very classy mansion in Munyonyo (recently put on sale), he headed Rich Gang group that is comprised of friends Ed Cheune and King Lawrence. He also owns a few other establishments in Uganda that we haven’t fully located. Before separating with Zari, the fallen tycoon managed to father three kids.
