Staff Writer
Semvumba dance group triumphed at the weekend after winning Chibuku Neshamwari Manicaland Provincial Finals held at Muchina Muhombe Bar.
The group performed dinhe much to the delight of the judges to win the first prize of USD2500 ahead of Chenhaka group in second which performed Chinyambera winning USD1500 and then Makoni group that won USD1000 for their performance of Zhana.
Held in partnership with the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) and the Zimbabwe National Traditional Dance Association (ZNTDA), this year’s festival promises to be a vibrant celebration of our culture and heritage through traditional dance.
This year’s festival will run under the theme, ‘Ngoma Ngairire Shamwari, Tshay’sgubhu Mngane’.
With a legacy spanning over 60 years, the award-winning Chibuku Neshamwari festival is gearing up to be an exciting event as it connects with consumers through the passion and expression of culture, dance, and heritage.
Chibuku Neshamwari will commence on the 10th of May till the 19th of July 2025. As a buildup, 10 provincial finals will be held, leading up to National finals.
Participants stand a chance to walk away with monetary prizes at both provincial and national level.
Last year’s winners came from Mashonaland East, having showcased the Mbende Dance. Get ready to celebrate culture and heritage with Chibuku. Chibuku Taste the Goodness!
The Provincial Final prizes are as follows:
The National Final prizes are as follows.
1 st Prize: USD15,000
2 nd Prize: USD10,000
3 rd Prize: USD7,500 Aspiring participants are required to register their groups with the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe and ZNTDA.
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