Winky D Dominates NAMA Awards with Second Consecutive People’s…

Winky D won the People’s Choice Award at the NAMA awards, confirming his status as Zimbabwe’s top dancehall artist for the second year in a row. The event celebrated various artistic fields, awarding talented individuals and highlighting the vibrant cultural scene in Zimbabwe.

Wallace Chirumiko, known as Winky D, has once again been recognized as the undisputed leader of Zimbabwean dancehall, clinching the People’s Choice Award at the National Arts Merits Awards (NAMA). This marks Winky D’s second consecutive win, confirming his status as the nation’s most beloved artist. The vibrant awards ceremony took place in Harare on Saturday night, celebrating the achievements in the arts throughout the year.

NewZimbabwe.com extends heartfelt congratulations to the NAMA23 organizers for executing a successful event that showcased a variety of artistic talents across multiple categories. Here is a comprehensive list of this year’s winners in different artistic fields:

1. Dance Awards
– Outstanding Female Dancer: Celine Madziva for “Respect My Team”
– Outstanding Male Dancer: Tichaona “Hero’’ Chikara for “Into the Light”
– Outstanding Dance Group/Production: Khaya Arts Productions for “UniAfrica”
– Outstanding Choreographer: Future Dube of Khaya Arts Productions

2. Visual Arts Awards
– Outstanding Male Visual Artist: Moffat Takadiwa
– Outstanding Female Visual Artist: Portia Zvavahera
– Outstanding Upcoming Visual Artist: Kundai Nathan
– Outstanding Exhibition: 6th Venice Biennale by Various Artists, curated by Fadzai Veronica Muchemwa

3. Spoken Word Awards
– Outstanding Poet: Kudakwashe Rice
– Outstanding Social Media Skit: Panashe Gurende (Moojaya)
– Outstanding Stand-Up Comedian: Mukudzei Majoni (King Kandoro)

4. Theatre Awards
– Outstanding Actress: Caroline Mashingaidze (Zimbizi) for “Family Riots”
– Outstanding Actor: Michael Kudakwashe (Sidney) for “Family Riots”
– Outstanding Theatrical Production: “The Aftermath” by Patsimeredu Trust
– Outstanding Director: Everson Ndlovu (Haywire)
– Outstanding Playwright: Leonard Matsa (Promise)

5. Literary Arts Awards
– Outstanding First Published Work: “Zagamo the War Within” by Ray Mawerera, Royalty Books
– Outstanding Children’s Book: “Chimbira Nedzimwe Ngano” by Primrose Dzenga, Torch Bearers Trust Books
– Outstanding Fiction Book: “Weeping Tomato” by Samantha Rumbidzai Vazhure, Carnelian Hearts Limited
– Outstanding Non-Fiction Book: “Entrepreneurial Success” by Divine Simbi-Ndlhukula, PhD

6. Film & Television Awards
– Outstanding Actress: Munashe Goromonzi (Tsitsi) in “The November Promise”
– Outstanding Actor: Skanyiso Ngwenya (Rise) in “Rise”
– Outstanding Music Video: “Nhemamusasa” by Bagga, directed by Leopold Tapiwa Vengesa (Leoy V)
– Outstanding Screen Production (Television): “The DNA Show” by Tinashe Mugabe
– Outstanding Screen Production (Short Film): “Dollar” by Tawanda Vombo
– Outstanding Screen Production (Full-Length Film): “Nhoroondo” by Vusa Hlatshwayo

7. Music Awards
– Outstanding Female Musician: Thamsanqa Moyo (Tamy Moyo)
– Outstanding Male Musician: Hillary Marufu (Master H)
– Outstanding Breakthrough Musician: Gift Kudakwashe Hombarume (Chill Master)
– Outstanding Music Group: The Unveiled
– Outstanding Song: “Kana Ndanyura” by Kelvin Kusikwenyu (Killer T)
– Outstanding Album: “NOP Makoni” by Nkosilathi Sibiya (Voltz JT)

8. Special Awards
– Promoter of the Year: Event Hulks
– Outstanding Artist in the Diaspora: Masimba Hwati (Visual Artist, based in Poland)
– Arts Service Award: Prince Edward School
– Arts Personality Award: Partson Chimbodza
– Lifetime Achievement Award: Philip Svosve

The NAMA awards serve not only to honor the artists but also to promote the rich cultural landscape of Zimbabwe. The achievements of Winky D and other winners reflect the vibrant arts scene in the country.

In summary, Winky D’s second consecutive win of the People’s Choice Award at NAMA underscores his dominance in Zimbabwean dancehall music. The awards recognized numerous talented individuals across various artistic disciplines, from dance and visual arts to theatre and literature, highlighting the rich cultural diversity and creativity found in Zimbabwe. The event was a grand celebration of artistic excellence in the nation.

Original Source: www.newzimbabwe.com