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Popular radio station, Star FM, has thanked its listeners for turning out in their numbers at its Easter Egg Hunt held at Alexandra Sports Club over the weekend.
The colourful event drew hundreds of children and parents from all corners of the city.
Gospel diva Fungisayi Zvakavapano Mashavave was in top form, performing some of her hit tunes such as “Amai Ndakanaka”, “Kana Zvandibata” and “Makomborero,” among others.
Teen sensation Thamsanqa, affectionately known as Tammy by her legion of fans, proved to be a star as she also shone at the event.
In a statement, Star FM general manager Comfort Mbofana said though they were grateful with the turnout, they were also mindful of concerns raised by parents after the event.
“The turnout was huge. We are truly humbled at the level of support shown by parents and their children. These are the people who make Star FM great.
“We note that due to the huge numbers, it is not every child who got an Easter Egg while parents had to spend long periods of time getting food. Parking space was also a challenge. As is the case whenever there are large gatherings; there were some hiccups. These experiences form part of our key learnings as we continue to push brand Star FM in events and programming,” he said.
The Zimpapers-owned Star FM is the most listened to radio station in the country’s urban areas and has been on a growth trend since its launch in 2012.
Parents were quick to air out their mixed views on social media soon after the event.
Ms Tariro Benesi said the event was a huge success and singled out Fungisayi’s performance as the highlight.
Another parent, however, said due to the large numbers, some parents spent the day looking for their children around the venue.
Several children had to approach the stage to locate their parents after getting lost in the crowds.
Mrs Mutsa Chikepe expressed concern on the provision of food, saying such large gatherings are best served by several service providers instead of a single one.
Another Facebook user Benesi said some parents ended up taking their children home earlier due to the long wait for food.
Many others called on the station to prepare better for the next event.
Mbofana promised to take note of all the issues raised by the public for a better event next year.
“We are a radio station that belongs to the people and with the people. We love taking radio to the people and are always out with the people,” he said.
He said the station is open to engagement with all its stakeholders and values all feedback — positive and negative, adding that through listening to feedback; Star FM would get bigger and better.
Thousands of children and their parents turned up at this year’s event.
The numbers were four times as much as the crowd that turned up at the station’s inaugural Easter Egg Hunt, itself a huge success last year.
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