PREPARATIONS for the 13th National Arts Merit Awards (Nama) edition to be held on February 15 are progressing well, an official said yesterday.
LUYANDUHLOBO MAKWATI OWN CORRESPONDENT
The country’s prestigious awards ceremony would be held at The Rainbow Hotel under the theme “Unite, Excite and Educate Zimbabwe on its Proud Heritage and Diversity through Arts and Culture”.
National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) communications manager Catharine Mthombeni said this year’s event would see a more detailed approach on national pride and heritage, “embracing the essence and spirit of what it means to be proud Zimbabweans showcasing art talent from across Zimbabwe.
“The event will also celebrate the artistry that will have been exuded by the various artistes in distinct categories through their excellent works,” she said.
Mthombeni said apart from people coming together to pay tribute to the masters of the arts and culture industry, the audience would be treated to various forms of entertainment.
“The awards ceremony will be compelled by a series of events that will rejoice over and celebrate the diverse cultures that promote and develop positive national cultural identity, values of unhu/ubuntu, patriotism and pan-Africanism,” she added.
The Nama awards recognise outstanding achievements within the arts sector and are meant to encourage creativity and excellence in the arts.
