Trust Rukwava
Centre Arts and Entertainment Hub
Harare-Multi award winning Masvingo bred poet Ngonidzashe “Mambo Guramatunhu” Paradza will on November 20 host an epic poetry show titled “Rhythm and Rhymes”.
The landmark event will take place at the Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre in the capital city and is set to tackle the societal cancer of Gender Based Violence and drug abuse.
Mambo Guramatunhu said the timing coincides with the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence.
“As we approach the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence this event goes beyond performance as it’s a powerful platform addressing GBV, mental health, and drug abuse through the lens of poetry.” said Mambo Guramatunhu.
Mambo Guramatunhu is not a loner in this cause as the show is set to bring together some of Zimbabwe’s finest spoken word artists, with thought-provoking performances designed to spark conversation, healing, and awareness.
The poetry masterpiece is set to amplify issues considered by society as taboo and give voice to the marginalised.
He added that the show will foster healing and increase wellness among those inflicted and affected by GBV and drug abuse.
“Our lively poetry performances are set to evoke real life stories and emotions which will raise awareness towards the daily struggles faced in Zimbabwean society bedeviled with mental health issues, GBV and drug abuse as we advocate for an all stakeholders approach through arts” said Mambo Guramatunhu.
Mambo Guramatunhu won the National Arts Merit Award (NAMA) for Outstanding Poet of the Year. He received the award in 2024 and was also nominated for it in 2023.
