Chitungwiza’s creative scene continues to prove its dominance as local talents scooped top honors at this year’s National Arts Merit Awards (NAMA). The town’s artists, spanning music, film, and digital content, emerged victorious in some of the most competitive categories.

Rising hip-hop sensation Voltz JT secured the Album of the Year award for his outstanding project, N.O.P Makoni. His work has resonated deeply with fans, cementing his place as one of Zimbabwe’s most exciting musical talents.

In the world of film and television, the ChiTown raised & gifted actress Caroline Mashingaidze Zimbizi claimed the Outstanding Actress award, a testament to her exceptional talent and dedication in a highly competitive industry.

Meanwhile, in the ever-growing digital content space, Panashe Gurende, widely known as Moojaya, won in the Outstanding Social Media Skits category. His win was met with overwhelming excitement, as he celebrated on social media with the phrase: “Chitungwiza yadirwa goridhe finally!”. Moojaya was accompanied by his mother, affectionately known as ‘Amai Ewu‘, who has played a crucial role in supporting his skit productions.

Chitungwiza remains a powerhouse for artistic talent, producing rising stars and legendary figures alike. Congratulations to all the winners from this great town—your achievements continue to put Chitungwiza on the creative map!