The 2025 Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance Festival reached new heights this weekend as Matabeleland North and Mashonaland West crowned their provincial champions in a vibrant celebration of Zimbabwean culture.
Matabeleland North: Umzansi Dancers Reign Supreme
At Hwange’s Lwendulu Beerhall, Imvimbi from Victoria Falls electrified the stage with their Umzansi dance, claiming the top prize of US$2,500.
The group outperformed stiff competition from Amakhosikazi (Victoria Falls) and Ingugama (Tsholotsho), who took second (US$1,500) and third (US$1,000) places, respectively, with their dynamic Isitshikitsha performances.
Mashonaland West: Mhande Magic Secures Victory
Meanwhile, at Banket’s EMM Leisure Sports Bar, the Katawa Dance Group from Zvimba District wowed judges with their spirited Mhande routine, earning a ticket to the national finals and the US$2,500 top prize.
Close behind were Zhandu Kunyandu (Chegutu, Dinhe) in second place and Rimuka Stars (Sanyati, Zambia Nyau) in third, taking home US$1,500 and US$1,000, respectively.
The Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance Festival continues to showcase Zimbabwe’s rich cultural diversity while rewarding talent with lucrative cash prizes.
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