The National Arts Merit Awards (NAMA) have announced an exciting new partnership with the prestigious Moto Moto Festival in Cologne, Germany.
As part of this collaboration, the winner of the Outstanding Breakthrough Artist (Music) Award at this year’s NAMAs will receive an all-expenses-paid trip to perform at the renowned festival in July 2025.
This groundbreaking initiative aims to empower young Zimbabwean artists by providing them with an international platform to showcase their talent, network with global creatives, and gain exposure beyond local borders.
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The nominees for this year’s Outstanding Breakthrough Artist category are:
🔹 Nisha Ts
🔹 Chillmaster
🔹 Young Gemini
The highly anticipated winner will be revealed at the NAMA Awards Ceremony, set to take place on March 1, 2025, at the Harare Hippodrome.
NAMA AWARDS. Photocredit-Facebook
Speaking on the partnership, NAMA officials expressed enthusiasm about the new opportunities this collaboration presents for emerging artists.
“This partnership with the Moto Moto Festival is a major step forward in our mission to provide global platforms for Zimbabwean talent. We are thrilled to create opportunities that allow young artists to experience international events of this magnitude,” said Tinashe Kitchen, NAMA Director.
Plot Mhako, a key figure behind the Moto Moto Festival, echoed the sentiment, emphasizing the festival’s commitment to supporting and showcasing African artistry on the world stage.
For further inquiries or comments, please contact:
📞 Plot Mhako (Moto Moto Festival): +49 176 64650774
📞 Tinashe Kitchen (NAMA Director)
With this exciting development, the 2025 NAMA Awards are set to be a game-changer for Zimbabwe’s rising stars. All eyes are now on March 1st, as the country eagerly awaits the announcement of the artist who will represent Zimbabwe on the international stage.
