The show’s promoters, Base Africa, say Hoza 2012 – A Tribute to the King of Music is a befitting honour to Mtukudzi, a UNICEF goodwill ambassador and recipient of several awards, in recognition of his services to music and charity.
Glorianne Francis, director of Base Africa said: “He is one of Africa’s most accomplished artists – a unique musician, songwriter and producer who embodies both success and distinction, and who serves as a dedicated ambassador for many charities.
Tuku’s music advocates human rights and shines a light on issues affecting children and women. It is in this spirit that Mtukudzi is billed to share the stage at his O2 debut with three leading female musicians of Zimbabwean heritage, Shingai Shonhiwa of the Noisettes, and singers Busi Ncube and Prudence Katomeni-Mbofana.
Shingai said: “As a London girl raised in the UK by Zimbabwean parents, I grew up listening to a lot of Tuku music and watching his evocative acting performance in the women’s rights movie Neria. I am honoured and humbled to be afforded the opportunity to stand next to the great music giant.”
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