Master H, Chillmaster, and Young Gemini have earned a nomination at the 23rd edition of the National Arts Merit Awards (NAMA).
These artists have made significant strides in their respective genres throughout 2024, earning them well-deserved nominations that highlight their contributions to the cultural landscape.
Master H has truly owned the year in Zim dancehall with his electrifying performances at major gigs across the nation.
Currently honing his craft in Jamaica, he has successfully reinvigorated interest in the Zim dancehall genre, making him a prominent figure in the industry.
Chillmaster has also enjoyed a remarkable year, consistently releasing hits that resonate with fans and critics alike.
His ability to produce catchy tracks has established him as a key player in the music scene, showcasing the evolving landscape of Zimbabwean pop.
Meanwhile, Young Gemini, the reigning best female artist in Zim Hip Hop, has made waves by dropping a new album that has dominated the hip hop space.
With her strategic corporate endorsements, she continues to pave the way for female artists, making her a role model for aspiring musicians.
NAMA 2024 Nominees Full List
Dance
Outstanding Female Dancer
- Tanaka Machikicho (Into the Light)
- Ellain Ncube (Black Fever)
- Celine Madziva (Respect My Team)
Outstanding Male Dancer
- Ngonidzashe Mudyariwa aka Alvin Ngonie (Ndichatarisa)
- Tichaona “Hero” Chikara (Into the Light)
- Terrence Kapesa (Respect My Dream)
Outstanding Dance Group/Production
- Salt ‘n’ Light (Into the Light)
- Khaya Arts Productions (UniAfrica)
- Afrikera Arts Trust (Ndichatarisa)
Outstanding Choreographer
- Future Dube (Khaya Arts Productions)
- Hillary Indie (Ellysium Magna)
- Tichaona Chikara (Salt ‘n’ Light)
Visual Arts Awards
Outstanding Male Visual Artist
- Ismail Hajee Mposa
- Gareth Nyandoro
- Moffat Takadiwa
Outstanding Female Visual Artist
- Portia Zvavahera
- Shamila Aasha
- Sinqobile Shamiso Dube
Outstanding Upcoming Visual Artist
- Fungai Marima
- Kundai Nathan
- Nothando Chiwanga
Outstanding Exhibition
- Our Father’s Inheritance Does Not Allow Us to Rest – Admire Kamudzengerere (Curated by Fadzai Veronica Muchemwa)
- A Woman’s Yoke – Sinqobile Shamiso Dube (Curated by Doris Kampira)
- 6th Venice Biennale – Various Artists (Curated by Fadzai Veronica Muchemwa)
Spoken Word Awards
Outstanding Poet
- Sithandazile Dube aka Um’Africakazi
- Kudakwashe Rice
- Mighty Mahembe aka General Fire Collosso
Outstanding Social Media Skits
- Admire Mushambi aka Mama Vee
- Panashe Gurende aka Moojaya
- Bashimane Mothusi Ndlovu aka Sikhobokhobo Madlela
Outstanding Stand-Up Comedian
- Nigel Maritinyu aka Nigel Slick Pastor
- Mbongeni Ignatius Ndlovu
- Mukudzei Majoni aka King Kandoro
NAMA Theatre Awards
Outstanding Actress
- Chidochangu Tenga (Molly Street)
- Caroline Mashingaidze Zimbizi (Family Riots)
- Munashe Goromonzi (The Aftermath)
Outstanding Actor
- Ronald Madodana Sigeca (Promise)
- Tafadzwa Bob Mutumbi (Haywire)
- Michael Kudakwashe (Family Riots)
Outstanding Theatrical Production
- The Aftermath
- Promise
- Family Riots
Outstanding Director
- Teddy Mangawa (Promise)
- Everson Ndlovu (Haywire)
- Nobert Makoche (The Aftermath)
Outstanding Playwright
- Leonard Matsa (Promise)
- Peter Churu (Molly Street)
- Gideon J Wabvuta (Family Riots)
Literary Arts Awards
Outstanding First Published Work
- Zagamo: The War Within – Ray Mawerera
- Mafuta Enguruve – Trust Mutekwa
- A Father’s Agony and Other Stories – Takudzwa Chiwara
Outstanding Children’s Book
- The Tale of Jackal and Man – Joseph Matose
- Chimbira Nedzimwe Ngano – Primrose Dzenga
- Cartoonist – Hleko Vuma
Outstanding Fiction Book
- The Full Moon Rises at Sunset – Susan Hubert
- Weeping Tomato – Samantha Rumbidzai Vazhure
- Aziwelanga Phansi – Welshman Dube
Outstanding Non-Fiction Book
- Engage Zimbabwe: A Cultural Intelligence Handbook for Effective Diplomacy Vol. 1 – Shona Culture – Lovemore & Chido Kuwana
- Your Guide to Adulting – Rumbidzai Munyaradzi
- Entrepreneurial Success: Insights on Growing Business in a Fluid Economy – Divine Simbi-Ndhlukula PhD
Film & Television Awards
Outstanding Actress
- Chesesile Mpofu (Inkaba)
- Munashe Goromonzi (The November Promise)
- Eunice Tava Chikoore (Nhoroondo)
Outstanding Actor
- John Mabuyane (Inkaba)
- Tapiwa Mavindidze (Nhoroondo)
- Skanyiso Ngwenya (Rise)
Outstanding Music Video
- Masahwira – Enzo Ishall (Directed by AJV Entertainment)
- Nhemamusasa – Bagga (Directed by Leoy V)
- Machinda – Mulanation (Directed by Taurai Zidya Dollar)
- Mvura – Bagga (Directed by KMane)
Outstanding Screen Production (Television)
- Inkaba – John Mabuyane
- The November Promise – Derby Beta
- The DNA Show – Tinashe Mugabe
Outstanding Screen Production (Short Film)
- Taxi – Jonathan Samukange
- Dollar – Tawanda Vombo
- Emuva – The Battle of Emotions – Siphosethu Sibadze
Outstanding Screen Production (Full-Length Film)
- See Me – Charlene Mangweni Furusa
- Nhoroondo – Vusa Hlatswayo
- Neria – Trust Sayi
Music Awards
Outstanding Female Musician
- Shashl (Ashleigh Angel Moyo)
- Janet Manyowa
- Tamy Moyo (Thamsanqa Moyo)
Outstanding Male Musician
- Freeman HKD (Emergy Chizanga)
- Master H (Hillary Marufu)
- Saintfloew (Tawanda Mambo)
Outstanding Breakthrough Musician
- Nisha Ts (Anisha Tashinga Shonhiwa)
- Young Gemini (Tania Seremwe)
- Chillmaster (Gift Kudakwashe Hombarume)
Outstanding Music Group
- Joyfull Praise
- Shower Power
- The Unveiled
Outstanding Song
- Madiro – Kae Chaps (Kudakwashe Chapepa)
- Kana Ndanyura – Killer T (Kelvin Kusikwenyu)
- Gore Rino – Tembalami ft. The Unveiled
- Denga – Hwinza (Simbarashe Magado)
- Gore Remix – 216 Whisky (Isamel Whisky) ft. Various Artists
Outstanding Album
- Me vs Me – Freeman HKD
- NOP Makoni – Voltz JT
- Trap Yevafundisi – Saintfloew
Special Awards
Promoter of the Year
- Nash TV
- Event Hulks
- Ngoma Nehosho
Outstanding Artist in the Diaspora
- Annatoria Blessing Chitapa (Music, UK)
- Wiina Musamati (Theatre, UK)
- Ernest Ndlovu (Film & TV, South Africa)
- Masimba Hwati (Visual Art, Poland)
People’s Choice Award
- Voltz JT
- Dorcas Moyo
- Mai Kirifodhi (Theophilus Chigumira)
- Winky D (Wallace Chirumiko)
- Master H (Hillary Marufu)
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