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Naledi Sande: Arts Reporter
Gospel sensation Janet Manyowa was the biggest winner of the night, walking away with three awards, at the Permican Awards held at City Sports Centre last Friday. The event which was scheduled to start at 5pm only started at 8pm with an opening performance from Pastor Josh Kays with his award winning “Aripano”.UFIC spokesperson, Pastor Kufa said they were glad to honour musicians in the country.
“This is a special night which a certain couple (Prophet Makandiwa and Wife) set to honour our musicians. Music is a career and should be a source of life which is why we should kill this animal called piracy,” he said.
Entertainment came from Zimpraise, Mpostori Wency, newcomer Nyasha and Vabati VaJehovah with Kudzi Nyakudya who performed their hit song “Hosanna.”
Hosted by Tich Mataz and Kudzai Sevenzo, the Permican awards were graced by the all-time gospel favourites The Charambas and Oliver Mtukudzi with his wife Daisy.
Below are the awards categories and winners:
Music Ambassador
Oliver Mtukudzi
Best Live DVD Performance
Heartfelt Worship Team
Best Group/Duo
Songs of Calvery
Best Traditional Gospel Group
CCAP Mbare
Best Urban Contemporary
Prophecy
Best Newcomer
Songs of Calvery
Best Collaboration
Fungisai and Killer T
Legendary Award
Carol Chivengwa Mujokoro
Gospel Icon
Joyce Simeti
Best Songwriter
Emelda Tshuma
Best Viewed Song
Vanotibarina by Fungisai ft Killer T
Best Female artiste
Janet Manyowa
Best Male artiste
Tinashe Magacha
Best Gospel Radio Station
Radio Zimbabwe
Video of the Year-
Janet Manyowa ft Minister Mahendere
Album of the Year
Janet Manyowa
International Gospel Music Ambassador
Sinach
Song of the Year
Aripano by Pastor Josh Kays
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