Staff Writer
At an age when most children are just starting primary school, King Epikaizo Mushunje is preparing to represent his country on the global stage.
The six-year-old child model and cultural ambassador will compete at the Crown Ambassador International 2026 competition in the Philippines, with a Sashing & Send-Off Gala Dinner set for Saturday, 15 August 2026, in Harare.
Dress code is black tie or African elegance.
King Epikaizo, born on 12 November 2019, has represented Zimbabwe on several international platforms. He currently holds the title Mr Zimbabwe – Crown Ambassador International 2026, and is the reigning 1st Runner-Up for Mr Toto Africa.
He also won the Best Cultural Wear Award in Kenya earlier this year, and has been featured on Capitalk 100.4 FM, Power FM Zimbabwe, and ZBC TV.
King Epikaizo
He is also the founder of King Epikaizo Candy Sweets, a small children’s business, and supports causes such as sanitary pad donations for girls and stationery donations to schools.
In August 2026, King Epikaizo will travel to the Philippines to represent Zimbabwe at the Crown Ambassador International Competition.
He departs on 24 August, with the grand finale on 31 August, and returns to Zimbabwe on 2 September 2026.
The Harare gala dinner has been organized to help cover the costs of his participation, including travel, accommodation, and event fees.
Organizers are especially inviting hotels, lodges, and other travel and tourism businesses to come on board as sponsors or partners for this event.
The Crown Ambassador International competition draws attention from across the world, and brands associated with King Epikaizo’s journey stand to gain visibility well beyond Zimbabwe’s borders, reaching an international audience through media coverage of the competition and King Epikaizo’s ongoing public profile.
This is a rare opportunity for hospitality brands to be part of a proudly Zimbabwean story with genuine global reach, while also supporting youth development and a young Zimbabwean’s education and growth.
Members of the public, corporates, and travel and tourism players wishing to support King Epikaizo are welcome to attend the gala dinner or contribute directly.
“A little King with a big purpose, a heart of gold and a vision to inspire the world.”
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