Dance enthusiasts packed Hurudza in Mabvuku as the Harare provincial edition of the Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance Festival delivered a vibrant showcase of Zimbabwean culture and talent on Saturday.
With the national finals set for July 19 at Mutare Showgrounds, competition in the capital was fierce as groups battled for the coveted spot to represent Harare on the national stage.
In the end, it was Green Stars Dance Troupe who clinched the top prize with their spirited performance of the Chinyambera dance.
Their win earned them the sole qualifying ticket to the grand finale.
Close behind were Chingwilzano Cha Achewa, whose dynamic display of the Malawi Nyau dance earned them second place, while Pasichigare Arts took third place with their powerful Muchongoyo routine.
The top prize for the provincial winner is US$2,500, second place receives US$1,500, and third place earns US$1,000.
As the road to Mutare continues, Bulawayo Province is next in line to host its finals this coming weekend, followed by Mashonaland Central on July 5.
These final rounds will complete the provincial selections, paving the way for what promises to be a thrilling national showdown of Zimbabwe’s best traditional dance ensembles.
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