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Entertainment NEWS| Mutare_Ent | Events |  Nyanga Arts Festival: A Celebration of Culture, Music, and Dance. By Marlone M. Descants  Introduction:   The recently concluded Nyanga Arts Festival, held from the 27th to the 28th of October, proved to be a remarkable showcase of talent, culture, and entertainment. With a lineup of exceptional artists and performances, this three-day festival managed to captivate audiences and create a vibrant atmosphere at two different locations: Saunyama Homestead Nyanga and Montclair Hotel Nyanga. This article will explore the highlights and experiences of the festival, featuring renowned artists such as Black Umfolosi,Sulu Chimbetu, Sarungano, The Storytellers,Katso,The Expression Band, ('C') Boys, 'Equalizah,' and young dancers from Maereka Primary and John Cowie Primary schools.  The Eclectic Lineup: One of the main attractions of the Nyanga Arts Festival 2023 was its diverse range of artists and groups. The festival aimed to showcase

PRESS RELEASE 31.10.23 – Immediate Release The newly established ILIMA RECORDS will honour the emerging musician, composer and songwriter ‘EQUALIZAH’ winner of the inaugural Ilima Studio Recording Award, which is being launched in partnership with the Nyanga Arts Festival (NAF), Nyangani FM, Zi FM and Music Crossroads Academy Zimbabwe.     The award follows auditions conducted in October by Nyangani FM – targeting local artists as part of the build-up to the 2nd edition of the Nyanga Arts Festival, culminating in the maiden Ilima Records / NAF / Nyangani FM’s Local Emerging Talent Showcase (LETS).   The award includes a recording contract, studio fees, suppport for session musicians where needed, and technical support in preparation for studio work and marketing support.ILIMA RECORDS was established in 2023 to facilitate the creation, production and marketing of indigenous music to enhance music business in Zimbabwe, with a view to increasing the consumption of African music prod