By Jonathan Mbiriyamveka
Midlands-based group Core Vibes and Mashonaland West’s All In One have secured their spots in the finals of the Chibuku Road to Fame (CRTF) competition, set to take place later this year.
The two Afro-fusion groups impressed at the provincial competitions, each walking away with US$2,500 in prize money.
In the Midlands province, Ambassadors came in second, winning US$1,500, while Ecossa Rhythms secured third place and a US$1,000 prize.
Meanwhile, in Mashonaland West, the contemporary group Boom Jazz finished second, and Nhapi Tapi took third place.
This year’s competition marks a bold return for Chibuku Road to Fame — and it’s bigger, better, and more unforgettable than ever, celebrating 25 years of discovering Zimbabwe’s musical talent.
Launched in partnership with the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ), CRTF has grown beyond a mere talent search. It has become a national cultural movement, providing a vital platform for emerging artists to shine.
“This platform is not only about the music,” said Irimayi Muzorewa, Marketing Director of Delta Corporation. “It’s built on the backbone of uplifting the arts and empowering upcoming artists.”
From humble township stages to packed provincial venues, CRTF has helped launch the careers of many artists who are now household names. And in 2025, the competition is set to honour its musical legacy in style.
What’s New in 2025?
The 2025 edition of CRTF features exciting new changes, making this jubilee celebration one for the books. Running from August 23rd to October 4th, the festival embraces the theme:
“25 Years of Discovering Talent.”
“To make the competition even more exciting, the provincial finals have been combined into six events featuring 20 groups in total,” revealed Muzorewa.
Each provincial event will name its top three winners, who will earn a golden ticket to the National Grand Finale — where the top 10 acts will compete for fame, national recognition, and a significant cash prize.
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