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Trust Khosa
Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub
VABATI VaJehovha mentee, Obvious Guvakuva, says most people consult the Vapostori sect’s prophets for spiritual help at night yet criticise them during the day.
The 36-year-old, who attends Rugare Apostolic Church, said that many people were hypocrites, turning to God only in times of need.
“I am a proud member of my Apostolic church, but I always question people who criticise or look down upon us, yet they consult us in times of crisis,” he said.
“I had a good friend who used to look down upon us but one day he told me that his challenges were addressed after he consulted one of our prophets.
“I know the issue of consulting prophets will always trigger debate, but when the push comes to shove, those who look down on us are the ones who rush to consult us.
“By so doing, I have come to realise that we are powerful and should never be underrated.”
Guvakuva lamented the lack of respect given to many choral groups who sometimes perform for peanuts at big events.
“For your information, our services are needed at big occasions, but some people don’t want to pay us.
“We may be humble people and loyal service providers, but there are times we need to be paid for our services.
“We use fuel to travel for shows and we also need to beef up our wardrobe to be presentable on stage, but those who we entertain don’t take note of that,” he said.
With three albums under his belt – Ngavakudzwe (2023), Mwaka Wangu (2024), and Ndakasasuradzwa (2025) – Guvakuva is currently working on an Amapiano gospel album to capture the interest of younger people.
“I am a guy who has been working hard to come up with something unique. In my case, I can safely say that we are busy working on an Amapiano gospel album.
“I have decided to pursue this genre because the young people are madly in love with it.
“It’s something I have cherished for years and I will certainly do it for the good of the industry,” he said.
Guvakuva has vowed to continue using music as therapy for those in despair.
He has been collaborating with phenomenal videographer Brighton Magaya, who has produced most of his videos.
To boost his career, the talented vocalist has been exchanging notes with other groups like Kubata Kwashe, Chiedza Chedenga, Mabvazuva Choral Group, Tariro YaJehovha, and Followers of Christ, who are expected to grace the event.
At 36, he believes he still has a lot to offer the creative sector.
“I’m looking forward to becoming a game-changer in gospel circles by singing with substance.
“I’m one person who has vowed to use his talent as a way of reaching out to many people and spreading the word of God.
“I urge those who have not yet sought Jesus to do so now because He is our Saviour. My life changed when I met Jesus,” he said.
He relocated from Chivhu to Harare in 2000, and Guvakuva has hailed his parents for raising him in a Christian family.
“I was raised by strict parents who wanted us to put God first in everything we did. Prayer became my lifestyle, and I am still practicing what I was taught when I was young.”
As Guvakuva navigates the new terrain, he is looking forward to changing the narrative that apostolic sects deserve all the respect they can.
He has vowed to fully utilise his talent and change the narrative that choral groups and apostolic sects have a lot to offer in changing many lives.
