Moffat Mungazi
Good day.
We are at the Mutare Showgrounds where the Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance national finals are taking place.
Our team on the ground is giving us up-to-the-minute updates of all the action going on.
Stay tuned for more . . .
Stage set for Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance national final
THE Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance national finals have roared to life at Mutare Showgrounds.
A total of 10 groups, drawn from each province across the country, are contesting for top honours.
The groups are showcasing different dances prevalant in their respective areas, among them Mhande, Dinhe, Zambia Nyau and Mbira among others
Brisk business for vendors
Vendors, especially those selling food and beverages, are enjoying good business.
Other various items like snacks are also on sale
Stellar cast lined up for entertainment
The huge crowd, from all walks life, is in for a treat, with Zimbabwe music heavyweights Alick Macheso and Jah Prayzah set to provide entertainment.
The two singers will share the stage with dancehall sensation Enzo Ishall as well as local band Vibration
Grean Stars clinch gold
Grean Stars of Harare have been crowned the winners of this year’s competition.
The ensemble outclasses nine other competitors.
Goromonzi Arts from Mashonaland East settle for second position.
Manicaland’s representatives Semvumba Group are in third position.
The three winners walk away with US$15 000, US$10 000 and US$7 500 in prize money
Entertainment galore
Top musicians Alick Macheso, Jah Prayzah and Enzo Ishall take turns to entertain the crowd.
Zimdancehall artiste Enzo Ishall warms the stage for Jah Prayzah before Macheso brings the curtain down.
The artistes played some of their popular tracks, with the appreciative crowd singing along
Online Reporter