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Mathew Masinge
THE National Arts and Merit Awards (NAMA) organisers have been given a thumbs up for including emerging stars such as Oriyano, Nisha Ts, Atenda Chinx and Delroy Shewe as part of their Afrofuturistic approach.
The artists, who made waves during the year under review, have made huge personal breakthroughs on the local entertainment scene.
One musician who stood out was Oriyano and his fans finally got a chance to watch him perform live on stage.
The Marema hit-maker has been receiving rave reviews across all media platforms with some fans even likening him to Jah Prayzah.
Jah Prayzah has publicly acknowledged that Oriyano is one of the emerging talented stars.
Oriyano used the NAMA stage to make a powerful statement of his mission to be a big star and fans loved his voice, stage presence and coordination.
He performed together with Bagga and the duo hit the jackpot.
Oriyano performed Makarima Mupoto and Marema which went down well with his fans.
Rising Afro dancehall superstar, Nisha Ts, proved that she is a force to reckon with while her vocal prowess and live performance has improved.
Atenda Chinx, the daughter of the late music icon Chinx Chingaira, also made a debut appearance at the prestigious awards ceremony.
“We did it family. Performing at NAMA is a dream come true, and it’s all because of you, my amazing family.
“Your love and support made this moment possible, and I’m beyond grateful. This is just the beginning,” posted Atenda on Instagram.
She has also promised more music this year.
“2025 is about to be lit except for fireworks. More music, more vibes, more everything. Let’s keep going.
“Thank you, NAMA,” she said.
However, it remains a challenge for the organisers to convince some of its nominees and award recipients to attend the ceremony.
On Saturday, some of the nominees and winners including Winky D, Freeman, Dorcas Moyo and Chillmaster were missing in action because they were performing at a SWAN Launch in Mutare.
Online Reporter