Online Reporter
Bongani Ndlovu, Online Reporter
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa will officiate the National Culture Month launch at the homestead of Chief Tshovani in Masvingo Province, an event that will celebrate Zimbabwe’s identity and diverse cultures.
This was said by the Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Dr Jenfan Muswere, during a Post-Cabinet Briefing in Harare.
Dr Muswere said this year’s edition will run from May 1 to 31 under the theme “Celebrating Indigenous Voices”.
He said the date for the National Culture Month, set to be presided over by President Mnangagwa, will be advised soon.
“The National Culture Month Launch will be presided over by His Excellency the President, Dr. E.D. Mnangagwa, on a date to be advised, at the homestead of Chief Tshovani in Masvingo Province,” said Dr Muswere.
“The event will celebrate our identity and diverse cultures. It will also be a platform to showcase Zimbabwe’s success stories in cultural development and its commitment to fulfilling regional and international protocols that promote the growth of the creative and cultural industries.”
Dr Muswere said the first week will focus on encouraging historical recipes and cooking techniques, connecting modern eaters to their culinary heritage.
“The second week will be an Indigenous Fashion Week where the colourful and unique forms of cultural wear will be rolled out.
The third week is the National Culture Month launch, while the fourth week is the Indigenous Languages and Cultural Dialogue Week. It will be dedicated to recognising and celebrating indigenous voices through music, dance, visual displays, poetry, films, and language workshops,” said Dr Muswere.
He said Zimbabweans are encouraged to celebrate their indigenous languages during the month of May.
Dr Muswere said provinces will schedule their activities around the Culture Month, and each province will host its Provincial Launch where the respective Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution will officiate as the Guest of Honour.
“The objectives are: to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of Zimbabwe; to promote cultural diversity and foster national unity; to showcase the diverse cultural practices through various forms that include dance, food, attire, visual arts, literary arts, film, television, music, and poetry; and to promote intellectual dialogue for cross-cultural understanding and exchange,” said Dr Muswere.
