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Takesure Zama scores 2018 Crown Gospel Music Awards Nomination

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Takesure Zama scores 2018 Crown Gospel Music Awards Nomination

South African based Zimbabwean gospel artist Takesure Zama has been nominated for this year’s 11th instalment of the SABC Crown Gospel Awards.

 

Zama was nominated in the Best of Africa Gospel together with fellow African artists like Tshepo Lesole (Botswana), Godwin Omighale (Nigeria) and Ayo Solanke (Nigeria)

Takesure who recently performed in Zimbabwe at the Gwanda International Gospel Festival was nominated for his song Ngidinga Wena.

The 2018 SABC Crown Gospel Music Awards will be held in Durban on 25 November 2018.

Below is the full list nominees:

Classic of All Times

  • Sphelele Shazi – ‘Inxaniwe’
  • Hlengiwe Mhlaba – ‘Ziyamazi Umelusi’
  • Babo Ngcobo – ‘Uma siwela Lomfula’
  • Mxolisi Mbethe – ‘Kwahlalwa Phansi’

Best of Africa Gospel

  • Tshepo Lesole (Botswana) – ‘Use Me’
  • Godwin Omighale (Nigeria) – ‘Winner Man’
  • Ayo Solanke (Nigeria) – ‘God of Wonders’
  • Takesure Zama (Zimbabwe) –‘ Ngidinga Wena’

Best Gospel TV Show

  • Gospel Unplugged –  SABC1
  • Gospel Countdown – Soweto TV
  • Greater Works with Minister Harry – 1 Gospel
  • According to the Bible – Soweto TV

Best Gospel Radio Show Commercial Presenter Program/Radio Station

  • Portia Luthuli Siyadvumisa – Lligwalagwala FM
  • Brown Mosiapoa Rorisang Time – Motsweding
  • Lefa Pheto Thoriso – Lesedi FM

Best Gospel Music Video

  • Fikile Mlomo – ‘Phendula Jehova’
  • Obrey M – ‘Impumelelo’
  • Abathandwa Ehhe – ‘Moya Wami’
  • Dube Brothers – ‘Blessed’

Best Engineer

  • ‘Shyane Kistensman Forward’ – DCC Worship
  • ‘Aaron King Christ Revealed’ – Lebogang Kgapola
  • ‘Emmanuel Mamphogoro Umusa’ – Lebo Sekgobela
  • ‘Mark Montgomery the Next Revival’ – Tshwane Gospel Choir

Gospel Comedy

  • Angel Gabriel
  • Multi B
  • Tebogo Ntlahane
  • Mr Majo Almost Famous

Best Gospel Community Radio Show

  • Link FM Sound of Resurrection – Link FM
  • Zakhele Ngema
  • Ebenezar Nkosi
  • Thanduxolo Tasco Masabelane
  • Andile Xekula Isiqalo Sobulumko
  • Tholang Lebelo Dithoriso

Best Amazion

  • Trust in Christ Ministries – ‘Elam’igama’
  • Mighty Vision – ‘Ingakho Simbabaza’
  • Eternal Life – ‘Ngolilonda Izwi Lakho’
  • CCAC – ‘Igeja Lehlikile eLakho Igama’

Community Outreach by Church

  • Eagles Worship Centre
  • Jom Bible Church
  • Blue Heaven International

Best Church Choir

  • The Spirit Healer – ‘Ngena Ulindelwe’
  • Abahlabeleli Uzowapholisa – ‘Amanxeba’
  • Blessed Jerusalema – ‘Ngijulise’

Best Gospel DVD

  • Sicelo Moya – Solid Rock
  • Swazi Dlamini – Alabaster
  • Neyi Zimu – Another Level of Worship
  • Tshwane Gospel Choir – The Next Revival

Best Community Outreach By Artist/Group

  • Gugulethu Nkutha Guglethu and Jesus Planted Vines Ministry
  • Minister Harry
  • Samuel Maphoto
  • True Faith

Best Gospel Rock

  • DCC – ‘Worship Forward’
  • Palesa Ngwenya – ‘Awesome God’
  • Buhle Thela – ‘Halleluiah’
  • Natalie Rungan – ‘Grace is Shouting out’

Best Gospel Jazz Song

  • Sicelo Moya – ‘Ewe Jesu’
  • Nzala Mokoena – ‘Konke Ksebenzela Ukulunga’
  • Bheka Mthethwa – ‘All By Grace’

Best Gospel Maskandi

  • Amageza Amahle – ‘Ngithandaze’
  • Indlalifa Kushintsh’ – ‘Isimo’
  • Mduduzi Nyawose – ‘Ungunguye’
  • Mude Mude – ‘Wakhulula umoya Wami’

Best Gospel Rap Song

  • Solomon Spencer – ‘Cross and the Blood’
  • Shane li Boy – ‘Kumbaye’
  • Thando and Mthunzi – ‘Andilali’

Best Itende

  • Sanele Ngcobo – ‘Sethemb’igazi’
  • Uhle ma Ndonsi – ‘Ingumlilo Lento’
  • Thobekile – ‘Ngiphuma e Geshuri’
  • Precious GM – ‘Giya’
  • Hloniphile Buthelezi – ‘Sbongumusa/Alisoze’

Best Gospel Producer Album

  • Ayanda Ntanzi – Nasempini
  • Sam Ngonyama – Intimate Worship Season 3
  • Neyi Zimu – Another Level of Worship
  • Nqubeko Mbatha for Tshwane Gospel Choir – The Next Revival

Best Tap and Clap

  • Sifofane Gospel Choir – ‘Tlohelang ho Bolaya Bomme le Bana’
  • Thohoyandou God is Love Choir – ‘Mbilu Nyanga’
  • The Book of Lekgowa – ‘Tsietsi’
  • Dipaki tsa Morena – ‘Ma Africa’

Best Praise Song

  • Tshwane Gospel – ‘Choir Praise Him Alone’
  • Mlungisi Buthelezi – ‘Ngcwele Ngcwele’
  • Lungi Ndala – ‘This God That We Serve’
  • Ayanda Ntanzi – ‘Nasempini’

Best Traditional Gospel

  • Teboho Moloi – It Is Well
  • Babo Ngcobo – Thixo Mkhululi
  • The Living Rock – Bombo ra va Kreste
  • Bulelani Koyo – Zonke Izono/lizalis’idinga Lakho

Best Gospel Contemporary Song

  • Tshwane Gospel Choir – ‘Sweeter’
  • Neyi Zimu – ‘Victorious’
  • Gugulethu Nkutha – ‘Risen King’
  • Phindi Phewa – ‘Raising Jesus Flag’

Best Gospel Group

  • Anointed Worship – Live at Breytenbad Season 2
  • The Living Rock – Bombo ra va Kreste
  • Tshwane Gospel Group – The Next Revival
  • Abathandwa – Amagatsha

Best Songwriter

  • Babo Ngcobo – ‘Thixo Mkhululi’
  • Sbu Banda – ‘Kuyokusiza Ngani’
  • Mxolisi Mbethe – ‘Sikufanele’
  • Thula ga Ndlela – ‘Dabula amaZulu Wehle’

Best Gospel a Capella

  • Nuz Voices of Joy – ‘Nginike amehlo’
  • Ithimba le Afrika – ‘Sesiphunyukile’
  • Reality 7 – ‘Yehlela Kulelizwe’
  • Abathandwa – ‘Ehhe Moya Wami’

Best Gospel Worship Song

  • Zonke Makhoba – ‘Before your Throne’
  • Sicelo Moyo – ‘My Everything’
  • Phuluso Thenga – ‘You Are In This Place’
  • Lebohang Kgapola – ‘We Bless Your Name/We Serve a Great God’

Best Female Gospel Artist

  • Mabongi Mabaso – ‘Tintswalo’
  • Pretty Mhlongo – ‘Gam’elihle’
  • Verona – ‘Victorious’
  • Thabelo Metshiunda – ‘U kha Divha u Muzimu Medley’
  • Swazi Ndlamini – ‘You Are Great’

Best Male Gospel Artist

  • Tebogo Moloi – Omha Tsohle
  • Sipho Ngwenya – Intimate Season 3
  • Lungi Ndala – Kea Leboha Jesu
  • Khaya Mthethwa – Umkhulu Umsebenzi

Best Newcomer

  • Phummy Shalvah – ‘Strong Redeemer’
  • Lebohang Kgapola – ‘Freedom Song’
  • Phuluso Thenga – ‘Glory/Uyavhusa’
  • Gugulethu Nkutha – ‘After Creation’

Best Gospel Album

  • DCC – Worship Forward
  • Tshwane Gospel Choir – The Next Revival
  • Khaya Mthethwa – Mukhulu Umsebenzi
  • Sicelo Moyo – Solid Rock

Best Gospel Collaboration

  • Dumi & Thinah – ‘Ebekewalunga Uthixo’
  • Sipho Ngwenya & Neyi Zimu – ‘Re Dumela’
  • Putuma Tiso ft. Benjamin Dube – ‘Bayede’
  • Tshwane Gospel Choir – ‘Omniscient God’

Best Gospel Song

  • Hlengiwe Mhlaba – ‘Sthandwa Sami’
  • Lungi Ndala – ‘Kea Leboha Jeso’
  • Dumi Mkokstad – ‘Ulwandle’
  • Khaya Mthethwa – ‘Mkhulu Umsebenzi’

Best Gospel Artist

  • Teboho Moloi – Ompha Tsohle
  • Sipho Ngwenya – Intimate Worship Season 3
  • Hlengiwe Mhlaba – Sthandwa Sami
  • Baboa Ngcobo – Thixo Mkhululi

Ammara Brown Speaks on upcoming video for ‘Svoto’

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Ammara Brown Speaks on upcoming video for ‘Svoto’

Ammartia world is indeed buzzed up for songbird Ammara Brown’s yet to be released video “Svoto” featuring Mr Eazie.

“Svoto” came out and was accompanied by viral dance videos from a variety of fans as it caused mayhem on social media platforms.

In a Facebook live video, she highlights of bad and good news as she explains why the video could not be released Monday 22 October.

She says that Trace Africa and Trace Urban will officially do the world premiere of the masterpiece on their music video platforms respectively.

“Trace Africa emailed my management to confirm and extend their gratitude by doing the official premiere on the 30th of this month,” she said.

“They will also frequently beam the behind the scenes clips this week until the day of the premiere, so it’s actually exciting times for Ammartians because I would not be here if it was not for them”.

Ammara recently won best female act in Southern Africa at the Afrimma awards beating  Shekinah from South Africa.

Allegations of her dating Exq were rubbished, “I look up to him as my brother and he is happily married to his wife whom I respect because she is in good hands (i know) the Bhachura scene raised eyebrows of many”, she chuckles.

ZAA Australia confirm nomination deadline, Reveals 2018 Event Host

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ZAA Australia confirm nomination deadline, Reveals 2018 Event Host

The nomination deadline for the Australian edition of the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards is fast approaching and the public have until 26 October to put forward candidates they feel have excelled in the last year.

 

ZAA Chairman Conrad Mwanza said that Australia has grown since its inaugural event and the calibre of candidates continues to astound him.

“Australia has a long list of Zimbabweans excelling in business, sport, the arts and music and, every year brings well deserving candidates whom we are thrilled to recognise and celebrate and l am optimistic that this year will be no different.”

Organisers of the event have also confirmed sought-after event host, Mandisa Mlisa as the compere of this year’s event.

The gala, scheduled for 24 November 2018, will be held at the luxurious Marriott Hotel in Melbourne.

“This gala dinner is the highlight of a big weekend in Melbourne for the Zimbabwean Diaspora in Australia and I am honoured to be the host of this glitzy and glamourous event.

I expect to see a lot of beautiful and well-dressed people and we will have a great time”, Mandisa added.

Born and raised in Bulawayo, Mandisa is an astute entrepreneur with a passion for empowering others through communication and positive engagement.

Meanwhile, the shortlisted nominees will be announced on Sunday 28 October via livestream on the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards Facebook page at 6pm Melbourne time.

Voting will commence and run until Wednesday 21 November.

It has also been announced that London Fintech Company, WorldRemit will continue as the global partner for ZAA International.

They will this year headline the event which honours the achievements of Zimbabweans in Australia.

The company also headlined the South African, UK and USA and editions.

The awards have become one of the most prestigious and significant events in four countries, bringing together business leaders and innovators from all sectors to celebrate the outstanding achievements of people of Zimbabwean heritage who reside in the UK,USA,South Africa and Australia.

ZAA International have also confirmed that there are plans to introduce Canada to the fold in the coming months.

To nominate for this year’s awards visit

http://www.zimachievers.com/aus/nomination-form/

Africanfire Af Media Statement On Loud Africa Music Talent Search Update

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Africanfire Af Media Statement On Loud Africa Music Talent Search Update

Loud Africa Music Talent Search technical and production partner AfricanFire AF Media have clarified their role in the upcoming reality show.

 

This follows an erroneous report published in the NewsDay of 18 October in which AfricanFire AF Media were cited as the founders of Loud Africa.

In a statement, AfricanFire AF Media said there were engaged as technical and production partner for Loud Africa.

“As the technical and production partner for the Loud Africa Music Talent Search we would like to provide you all with this update.

“AfricanFire AF Media is a technical and production partner on the Loud Africa Music Talent search. Pabloz Productions are the founders and organizers of the production. As such AfricanFire AF Media does not comment on organizational and administrative issues,” read the statement.

“Lyndon Kapuya is a spokesperson for Loud Africa and acts on behalf of Pabloz Productions. He is not a spokesperson for African Fire AF Media.

“African Fire AF Media also said that they did not provide any comment through Mr Kapuya or otherwise to do with the project.

“While we have done work in production as a growing production house, most recently the successful AfricanFire AF Arts and Music Exchange which hosted American artists, our interest in Loud Africa, as has been communicated extensively, is to do with the technical and production aspects of the show that is filming, treatment, music production and more. Anything beyond that is out of our jurisdiction.

“Our track record and involvement in over a dozen music videos for artists such as Tamy Moyo, Bryan K and Ammara Brown amongst others with a couple of short films is testament to the work which we have done.

“As such we have become for some, a preferred choice as a technical and production partner.

“We continue to work on various projects not associated with the music talent search and we will be releasing the information on these in the next few days,” they said.

Here’s how you can win a Prom/Leavers Makeover by MisRed

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Here’s how you can win a Prom/Leavers Makeover by MisRed

This year, the voice of Zifm and Zimbabwe’s premier media personality MisRed (Samantha Musa) is showing her gratitude to her fans by awarding two lucky fans an experience to remember.

 

Dubbed, ‘The Prom Makeover by MisRed’, this campaign will see high school leavers winning an opportunity to enjoy high tea with MisRed at a bespoke establishment.

A makeover for their prom by MisRed’s GlamSquad and a photographer to follow their entire prom experience from the high tea to the prom itself.

In her own words, MisRed said, “A Leavers Dance or Prom as others call it is an event that signifies a transition in a person’s life.

Senior Prom is a rite of passage for young men and women that is indicative of their transition from teenagers to young adults and I would love to be a part of that for two seniors who are in the #RedNation.”

This opportunity is open to both males and females. For a chance to win this exclusive experience, fans are being encouraged to post a picture of themselves and add a caption detailing why they deserve to win.

Then and more importantly, tag @imisred and hashtag their post with #RedGlam and #Prom2018. The campaign officially begins on the 12th of October 2018.

For more details and updates on this campaign, including reposts of potential winners, stay tuned on MisRed’s (@imisred) social media platforms!

Gwanda International Gospel Festival: Transcending Excellence

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Gwanda International Gospel Festival: Transcending Excellence

From the brilliant and vivid jubilee ensembles to the totally amazing singing, the Fourth edition of the Gwanda International Gospel Festival oozed a free abundance of the presence of God.

A gospel fete of unparalleled standards, Phelandaba Stadium got to erupt once again as it showcased the best of voices from both sides of the Limpopo.

This year was a special one – as the Gwanda International Gospel Festival was for the first time broadcast on the national broadcaster to millions of Zimbabweans.

ZBC TV audience was given a glitzy welcome with a mini fireworks display as soon as the show went live. But a huge firework display awaited at the end of the Friday edition.

BigTime Group CEO and festival sponsor and founder Mr Justice Maphosa gave a brief history of the inspiration behind Gwanda International Gospel Festival and what it personally meant to him.

An audience soaked in special music

The way the stadium erupts each time a new act is introduced to the stage, one would think Gwanda is the birthplace of Gospel Music.

Performing acts such as Indosaka, Great Praise Melodies, Hybrid Psalms, BICC Jahunda In Praise, Matsepo Mohlala, Omega and Neyi skilfully interwove a fascinating blend of African gospel.

But it was the main performer Dr Tumi whose act drove the multitudes on a smooth enjoyable spiritual journey.

Dr Tumi

The music originated from the heart, his voice reached to the ends of the packed stadium as he took us to church.

His performance together with that of previous acts was befitting of a gospel festival celebrating its fourth existence in Zimbabwe.

The night’s performance was capped with a colourful fireworks display. The bright explosions of light, colour and sound together with the shape of the fireworks bursts went up Phelandaba Stadium and could be seen from a far distance.

The fireworks display

Haefelis opens Harare branch at Chisipite Food Court

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Haefelis opens Harare branch at Chisipite Food Court

Harare diners just got a delicious experience with the opening of the Haefelis at the Chisipite Food Court Wednesday morning.

Haefelis is another of the Simbisa Brands and will be housed alongside other flagship brands like Pizza Inn,Creamy Inn and Chicken Inn.

The brand has been a landmark success in Bulawayo and is a great addition to the café culture in Harare.

Haefelis at the Chisipite Food Court

Foodies will be able to enjoy a variety of confectionaries like croissants, doughnuts and a range of cakes.

Haefelis will also have a wide selection of scrumptious café meals like burgers,steak rolls and filled baguettes.

For those looking for wholesome breakfast options there are omelettes,French toast and fruit bowls, to name a few.

Simbisa Brands chief executive Warren Jeremy Meares

The food café has a great ambience as it caters for all walks of life and is the perfet place to come and chill with friends,go on a date, have lunch with family or hang out on a lazy day.

To give customers options, Simbisa Brands re-opened Zimbabwe’s beloved brands Pizza Inn,Creamy Inn and Chicken Inn alongside Haefelis at Chisipite Food Court.

Zim Fashion Showcase hits the spot as it delivers high-end fashion event

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Zim Fashion Showcase hits the spot as it delivers high-end fashion event

It was that time of the year again – Zimbabwe Fashion Showcase (ZFS) returned and officially took fashion into the future with the project dubbed Zim 2030 – a glimpse into the future.

By Tidi Kwidini

To outsiders, Zimbabwe Fashion Showcase may seem like just another fashion show, until you experience it first-hand and understand that it is not just about what is trending or who is strutting down the catwalk, it’s about celebrating designers, their art and vision.

It represented the gathering of an industry that provides over 700,000 jobs for people across the UK and contributes an estimated £40 billion to the UK market.

ZFS is not just a tradeshow
In reality, a trade event often sees press, buyers, trend forecasters, shareholders and others gather to see what is on offer for the coming months but, Zim Fashion Showcase brought more than that.

It brought a level of class and elegance. It took guests through a journey, a fashion journey; an exhibition of art in every sense of the word.

Like most fashion shows, attendees will decide what’s hot and what’s not, what can potentially be stocked in stores and what will remain on the side-lines.

Nonetheless, it was a day of appreciation and celebration of the hard work and commitment put in by designers.

The show featured four designers, as well as a guest designer and, showcased approximately 60 different designs.

Picture by Peter Cripps

Show attendees came from all over the UK to see the collections. Kitenge Festival founder, Jo Nganda, philanthropist Fikelephi Jackson and media influencer, Jan-Paul Weaper were among those who attended the show.

“It truly was an afternoon of firsts, as this season saw ZFS take the show away from the proverbial catwalk and to a restaurant style setup, that allowed guests to wine and dine, while embracing the future of fashion,” ZFS Founder Chiedza Ziyambe said.

“The event would not have been possible if it were not for our headline sponsor, Express Links and all our guests who made it one of the most memorable events yet,” she added.

One of the most anticipated fashion shows
In perhaps one of the most anticipated fashion shows on the Zimbabwean community calendar, it saw Rose Collins show us why she is one of the most sought-after milliners at the moment.

Showcasing a blend of southern African and western influences, she wowed the audience, weaving them through a journey of intricate art and detail.

Moreover, South African based Kuda Matiza, presented his fourth collection for House of Hohwa called Ishango.

It was innovative, risky, wild and dedicated to women. He showed a range of African prints in his Summer/Winter collection, proving that you don’t have to wait for a particular season to be adventurous.

Matiza who featured in the second edition of ZFS, fuses urban ethnic garments and combines music, film, art and liberal African stories amongst other forms of art, which are reflective in his designs.

Away from the catwalks and sidewalks there was a strong presence of African print.

Whether it was trousers, wrap skirts, shoes or jackets, African print is the in-thing and was demonstrated by all designers in different ways.

Atuu Creative Director, Keili Bent took us on a journey, with many of her designs influenced by her Ghanaian heritage.

Each year 10 percent of the profits made from her work is reinvested back in to the villages, helping to create jobs.

Alastair and Jimmy Scott, owners of Koy Clothing, also impressed with their men’s line. It was classy, trendy and timeless.

The duo’s clothing line specialises in high quality garments made using the unique African fabric called Kikoy, which is 100% cotton, dyed in Kenya with locally produced dyes.

Each garment, dependent on the colour is named after a tribe in Kenya. A ladies line is due in February 2019 and there is no doubt it will be as remarkable as the men’s.

Guest designer Samson Soboye made a strong appearance
Surprise guest of the season, Samson Soboye showed why he is a big player in the fashion game.

The British Nigerian creative, who has been in the industry for over two decades brought a fusion of colour, pattern and a culture mashup that both excited and left one mesmerised.

Picture by Peter Cripps

It was a strong collection that redefined African wear for men.

Hosted by Tidi Kwidini and Honey Nia, and with performances from neo-soul singer Nagug and cultural arts ensemble, uZambezi Arts, the event was held at the luxurious M Restaurant in Victoria, London.

This year, it was sponsored by money remittance company, Express Links International Limited.

Other sponsors included Bespoke Petals and Events, Lycee, Makeup by M and Phantom D.

Zim Achievers USA: Comedian Alfred Kainga wins big in Washington

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Zim Achievers USA: Comedian Alfred Kainga wins big in Washington

Rising stand-up comedian, Alfred Kainga was among the top winners at this year’s edition of the Zim Achievers USA awards ceremony held in Washington over the weekend.

The ceremony, which recognised young achievers excelling in various sectors that include sport and business, also celebrated several academics and businessmen, including the late Jack Ramsey whose contributions to the game of basketball were recognised globally.

His foundation, Africa Outreach, also received the Chairman’s Honorary Award for services to the community. His grandchildren accepted the award.

Keynote speaker, Dr Lance Mambondiani, delivered another captivating speech, challenging Zimbabweans in the diaspora to invest in Zimbabwe. He also encouraged them to be innovative and to keep working hard to achieve their goals and ambitions.

Other speakers on the night included Dr Reggies Wenyika and Mtimandze Group Chairman and CEO Muzi Kunene, who congratulated the work that Zimbabwean’s are doing and praised them for celebrating each other.

Africa Union Ambassador, Dr. Arikana Chihombori- Qao, who also attended the ceremony, urged guests to rise up and be united in helping restore the southern African nation.

Other winners

Former ZBC presenter, Maimba Mapuranga was awarded the Ambassador Award for his work with Celebrate the Children.

He dedicated it to all the underprivileged children in Zimbabwe.

The event this year was proudly sponsored by Fintech Company, WorldRemit.

The enterprise, is this year’s global sponsor and has sponsored the South African and UK versions as well.

ZAA USA director, Faith Banda extended her thanks to the sponsors for their continued support and congratulated all the nominees and winners.

“The Zim Achievers process continues to surprise us each year. We get to recognise and celebrate the hard work and achievements of Zimbabweans who are excelling in the US in their various disciplines and we thank the public for helping us highlight the magnificent work that they are all doing.”

“We are committed to community engagement and we are thrilled that the Zimbabwean community is growing in the US,” she added.

Upcoming Events
Meanwhile, nominations for the Australian edition are now open. The awards ceremony will take place on 24 November 2018 at the Marriott Hotel in Melbourne.

To nominate visit www.zimachievers.com/aus/nomination-form/

Now a permanent fixture on the Zimbabwean community calendar, the awards are now in four countries.

There are also plans in the pipeline to introduce a Canadian version of the awards soon.

2018 Winners list

Business of the Year
Zim Tuckshop

Female Entrepreneur of the Year
Thabisile K. Francis

Male Entrepreneur of the Year
Steve Mutizwa

Professional of the Year
Phillip Bamu

Academic Excellence
Dr. Chipo Dendere

Sports Personality
Dr. Rev Mwase

Music Artist
Pastor Chaka Ngwenya
Tino Chambati

Outstanding Achievement – Entertainment
Alfred Kainga

Personality of the Year
Simba Usore

Media Personality
Marvellous Mhlanga Nyahuye

Event of the Year
Women of Dominion

Community Champion of the Year
Cassandra Sibanda

Community Organization of the Year
Women of Dominion

People’s Choice
Portia Kandemiri

Young Achievers- honorary awards
Tariro Kandemiri
Ru Chibanda
Nyasha Zimunhu
2 bros in the Kitchen
Danielle Sebata

ZAA USA Special Recognition Award
Dr. Reggies Wenyika
Dr. Tawanda Gumbo

Ambassador Award
Maimba Mapuranga

ZAA Chairman’s honorary
Dr. Jack Ramsay
Africa outreach

ZAA Panel’s Choice Award
Savannah Madamombe

ZAA USA Friend of Zimbabwe
The Salvation Army Church- Harlem

DR TUMI TO HEADLINE GWANDA GOSPEL FESTIVAL

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DR TUMI TO HEADLINE GWANDA GOSPEL FESTIVAL

Multiple award-winning gospel music sensation Dr Tumi is set to headline this weekend’s much-awaited Gwanda International Gospel Music Festival.

 

The three-day festival, heading into its fourth edition, is known for bringing together some of the continent’s gospel music heavyweights.

This festival takes place from the 5th to the 7th of October, 2018 at the Pelandaba Stadium in Gwanda.

11 (eleven) bands have been confirmed from either side of the Limpopo River.

Dr Tumi, buoyed by his recent Voortrekker Monument milestone, will kick off the festival with a headline performance at the festival’s Opening Night on Friday October 5.

“We’re quite excited to have Dr Tumi coming through for the festival. He recently added another feather in his cap after he managed to fill up the 30 000 seater Voortrekker Monument Amphitheatre in Pretoria, South Africa. That speaks volumes of his abilities. His ability to write canonical songs that transform lives is something we admire.

It’s such a joy to have him come to Gwanda for the first time and we have no doubt he will put up a fine performance,” said Alson Darikayi, Big Time’s Group Corporate Affairs Director.

The Spirit of Praise duo of Neyi Zimu and Omega will also take turns to minister to gospel music lovers at the festival.

Budding local bands – Indosakusa, Hybrid Psalmz and Vocal Ex – have been slotted in for all three days of the festival.

“We believe Gwanda is a platform for budding local artists to rub shoulders with accomplished gospel stars and also grow their musical brands hence our inclusion of the three groups,” Darikayi said.

Another, multi-award winning gospel musician, Deborah Fraser headlines the second day of the festival, Saturday 6th of October. Fraser of the Abanye Bayombona fame comes along with Thina Zungu all the way from Durban, South Africa.

All the way from Pretoria, Takesure ‘Zamar’ Ncube comes to Gwanda for the third time.

“Zamar has proven beyond a shadow of doubt that in an industry where songs are recycled everyday, he is that rare breed who writes songs birthed from a place of prayer. He’s been part of the festival for the last two years and he has never disappointed,” added Darikayi.

Also returning to Gwanda is Mathias Mhere and ZCC Mbungo Stars.

“It’s obviously a star-studded line-up and we are hopeful that the people of God will praise and worship the living God.

Gwanda has always been about giving praise to the living God and it is our desire to see people from all corners of the nation exalt our Maker,” said Darikayi.

“Our theme: “THE WALLS OF JERICHO DID FALL” this year is quite foretelling especially as we work towards rebuilding the economy of our beautiful nation, Zimbabwe.

We believe walls of limitation that have kept the nation of Zimbabwe stagnant are tumbling as we lift our praise to the Mighty Man of War – Jehovah. Zimbabwe shall rise again,” said Darikayi.

Preparations for the festival are going on well, a 40-member team has been in Gwanda since the 27th of September setting up the stage.

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