All set for anti-sanctions gig

Veronica Gwaze

MUSIC lovers are set to have a time of their lives as the date for the highly anticipated Anti-Sanctions Solidarity Day concert draws closer.

The concert, which will run under the theme “Enhancing Zimbabwe’s Resilience Through Economic Engagement and Re-engagement”, is slated for the Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex on October 25.

High-profile musicians, drawn from diverse music genres, will share the stage with their upcoming counterparts.

The director of media services in the Ministry of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Mr George Chisoko, said plans for the concert are at an advanced stage.

“We are currently engaging the artistes. By the end of the week, we will announce the list,” Mr Chisoko said.

The concert, which will be held both physically and virtually, will be broadcast live on Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) TV. President Mnangagwa will deliver a televised speech. The concert will be held at a time calls for the removal of the illegal sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies are growing louder by the day.

Meanwhile, Zimbabweans from all walks of life have hailed the event, saying it will go a long way in putting pressure on the US and its allies to remove the illegal sanctions.

Tabitha Mano, a vendor in Harare, said the concert is important and deserves support.

“This concert serves a very important purpose. The call for the removal of the illegal sanctions is a collective effort, which must be supported by all Zimbabweans,” Mano said.

Richard Mawoyo, a university student, encouraged the youths to come in their numbers and support this cause.

“This concert will unite generations for a common cause. Music is loved by both the young and the old. On this day, both the young and the old will be speaking in one voice against the economic sanctions,” Mawoyo said.

Hector Moyo, a political science graduate, is looking forward to the President’s speech.

“I am looking forward to hearing the President speak about the progress the New Dispensation has made in making Zimbabwe an upper-middle income country,” Moyo said.

Wadzanai Mushayabasa, a supermarket worker, said the concert will serve as a reminder of the negative impact the illegal sanctions are having on the economy.

“The concert will enlighten many people about the effects of the illegal sanctions. Music is an effective way of putting the message across,” Mushayabasa said.