Online Reporter
Mashudu Netsianda, [email protected]
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has arrived at the Barbourfields Stadium in Bulawayo, where he is set to preside over the 2026 Culture Month commemorations, a premier national event honouring the nation’s rich heritage, diversity, and identity.
Upon his arrival, the President was welcomed by a thunderous roar with cheers, chants and ululations reverberating around the giant sports arena. People attending the event rose to their feet, some breaking into song and dance as the President Mnangagwa acknowledged the crowd.
There is excitement sweeping across the terraces as schoolchildren are waving miniature Zimbabwean flags while praise poets and cultural performers are entertaining crowds ahead of the main proceedings. Delegates from different provinces proudly showcased their unique customs, languages and artistic expressions, turning Barbourfields into a melting pot of Zimbabwe’s diverse cultural identity.
The commemorations come at a time when the Second Republic continues to promote culture as a key pillar of national identity, social cohesion and economic development through the decentralisation of major national events and programmes.
Earlier President Mnangagwa toured selected exhibition stands in the company of Vice President Kembo Mohadi
The annual event brought together traditional leaders, Government officials, artists, cultural groups, exhibitors and communities from different parts of the country in a vibrant showcase of indigenous traditions, music, dance, food and art.
Visitors are expected to witness traditional dances, indigenous music performances, cultural exhibitions, food displays and artistic showcases reflecting Zimbabwe’s diverse cultural heritage.
Culture Month commemorations are held annually as part of national efforts to celebrate Zimbabwe’s rich traditions and cultural diversity while promoting social cohesion, unity and national identity.
