Quick Facts
Biography
Zziwa Kennedy Katebalirwe (born 19 May 1987) is a professional Ugandan celebrity hair stylist and dresser. He is the CEO of Hair by Zziwa, a hair clinic in Uganda.
Early life
Zziwa Kennedy was born on 19 May 1987 in Ibanda, Wakiso district. Zziwa attended Kampala Nursery School(1991-1993), Buganda Road P/S(1994-2000), and later joined Lubiri S.S. He went on to enroll at the prestigious Makerere University, where he attained a bachelor's degree in Computer Science(2007-2011).
Career
In 1998, Zziwa started out acting with the Ebonies drama actors. He featured in many of the popular group’s TV series including Diamond ring, Bibawo, That’s Life Mwatu, Kitobero Alacat, and so many others.
His journey in the hair dressing industry started in 2010, when he enrolled at the Tina school of beauty in Kampala. After a short stint at the school, he went on to open his first saloon a makeshift structure, in Gayaza. This was opened using a little savings money from his college days.
In October 2015, Zziwa decided to start up the Hair by Zziwa studio, a hair and nail clinic based at Krisna Mart mall, Kampala.
In Uganda, he has worked with major celebrities and public figures, including Winnie Byanyima, Iryn Namubiru, Judith Heard, Jose Chameleone, Bebecool, Leila Kayondo, Brian Ahumuza, Kim Swagga, South African Designer David Tlale, Ghana’s Deborah Vanessa, Miss Vimbai, and Juliana Kanyomozi.
Others include Vera Sidika, Deedan Rema Namakula, Princess Nassolo of Buganda, Nance and Seanice Kacungira.
He also recently launched his Zziwa human hair extensions and hair growth accelerator products.
Recognitions
Zziwa has received numerous recognitions and awards both here in Uganda and abroad. He has also graced the pages of the Beijing Kids magazine. His award wins include the following: Best Urban hairstylist in Beijing(2015), Best African Hairstylist(2013), Hairstylist of the year (ASFAS 2016).