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Trust Khosa
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Gospel supremo Pastor Charles Charamba has urged parents to invest in their children’s talents as a means of empowerment.
Celebrating 30 years in the industry with three albums and 30 songs in 2025, Charamba shared his musical journey in an interview on National FM, where he emphasised the importance of nurturing young talent.
As a father of five, three daughters and two sons, Charamba pointed out that many parents are failing to recognise their children’s potential, ultimately letting them down.
He believes that by actively supporting their interests and abilities, parents can help their children thrive.
“As we raise our children, we need to recognise their potential and empower them from a young age,” he stressed.
“I believe every household should have a soccer ball to empower those who are talented in sports. If it means buying a guitar, keyboard, golf club, or racket, let’s do so now to empower our children.
“In as much as we want children to follow in our footsteps, we should not limit them; they need to have a wide range of options in life.”
Charamba, who was largely self-taught, credited his father for empowering him at a young age.
“People always ask me which artistes I have worked for, but my answer is always the same — no one taught me to do music. In my case, it was a matter of listening to the radio and learning music that way.
“I was fortunate that my father bought a radio, and during that time, we used to listen to Radio 2 (now Radio Zimbabwe) and Radio 4 (now National FM), where I listened to music from past stars,” he explained.
Charamba, who has marked a significant milestone in his career, told fans that he is driven by passion, which has set him apart from the rest.
“To be honest, the radio set that my father purchased for us changed my life and enhanced my interest in music. Back then, we only had access to Radio 2 in the rural areas. You can imagine how it felt listening to good music with all the imagination we had as youngsters.
“My interest in music grew from that tender age, and I owe it to my father, who made me fall in love with music,” he said.
With three decades of consistent recording, Charamba opened up about his target market.
“In our case, we are singing for everybody who loves music. We don’t have a specific target, to be honest.
“Taking a cue from Jesus Christ, who was crucified on the cross with his hands wide open, it was a symbol of welcoming everybody, especially sinners. He even pardoned one of the robbers who was crucified on the same day with him.
“He preached the gospel of forgiveness, and that alone has made him an exemplary preacher that we are now celebrating today,” he said.
Charamba also credited veteran music producer Bothwell Nyamhondera, who has been his pillar for years.
“As we celebrate this milestone, there is one person who deserves special mention for shaping my journey, and that person is none other than Bothwell Nyamhondera. He has been part of my journey since 1995 to the present day. Of course, I am backed by the Fishers of Men, but Nyamhondera has always been a part of my journey.
“On that note, I would like to explain that the group is still intact, with all the long-serving members still available. We now have kids coming in as part of Fishers of Men,” he continued.
As he celebrates his musical journey, two of his albums, “Darai Nevanofara” and “Chemai Nevanochema”, promise to cement the Chararambas’ dominance.
As a way of supporting others, Charamba has expressed his willingness to assist others with recording facilities.
However, Charamba, who runs a fully equipped studio, prefers that musicians give it their all when recording.
“There is a new trend where producers are recording on behalf of musicians. There are some producers who can play all the instruments while the artists simply come to sing.
“We want to change that narrative and ensure that musicians who want to record at our studio are part of the whole production team.
“We prefer that they come with their instrumentalists and record as a team, which makes them involved in the production process from start to finish,” he emphasised.
Charamba has also been hailed for blessing his two daughters, Shalom and Eternity, who are now recording artistes.
In 2020, Shalom and Eternity announced their arrival on the musical landscape with spiritually uplifting singles.
Shalom released the single “Mbiri Yose,” while Eternity (18) released “Tonamata,” both of which garnered considerable attention on YouTube.
The Charambas were also blown away by their daughters’ talent.
They took advantage of their family studio to record their music, which was embraced by gospel lovers.
As the Charambas revel in this new milestone, it should be noted that the family legacy is in safe hands.
As such, investing in children’s talents not only fosters their growth but also strengthens family bonds.
By recognising and nurturing these gifts, Charamba firmly believes parents can empower their children to achieve their dreams and contribute positively to the creative sector.
