NEW: Veteran actress calls for empowerment of artists

Trust Khosa

Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub

Veteran actress Patricia Musafare, also known as Mai Jilimba, has urged national arts regulatory associations to prioritize empowerment and training workshops for artists.

With 40 years of experience in the industry, she made this call for action in light of the burial of fellow artist Charles “Marabha” Mapalume in Epworth, Harare, yesterday

Musafare’s suggestion highlights the importance of investing in the growth and development of artists to support the continued flourishing of the arts in Zimbabwe.

Marabha died after a long illness at Sally Mugabe Central Hospital on Saturday.

“We are relieved that he was finally laid to rest, but much needs to be done regarding workshops and support for us,” she said.

“As actors and filmmakers, we must actively advocate to national arts regulatory associations for assistance in providing workshops that empower us.”

Mai Jilimba, known for her roles in various Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) productions such as “Mawoko Matema,” “Hupenyu Mutoro,” “Checkmate,” “Mafuro Manyoro,” and “Gehena Harina Moyo,” remains optimistic about the future of the sector.

“We are focused and positive that we can turn the situation around.”