Honour for Mtukudzi

Now in its third year, the event will take place in London where Zimbabweans across the diaspora who have distinguished themselves, will be recognised for their achievements.

ZAA Chairman Conrad Mwanza, said he was inspired by entries from Zimbabweans all over the world for this year's event.

Fellow panelist Chofamba Sithole added: "We feel these talented people are an inspirational testament to Zimbabwean resilience and genius. It raises our country's flag high and we are very proud to recognise these talented individuals at the ZAA.'

The shortlist of this year's entrants will be released this weekend in London with the winners announced at an awards ceremony taking place on April 20th at the Millenium Gloucester Hotel in London.

Tickets for the event, which is sponsored by MoneyGram, are on sale now and can be purchased from the ZAA website (www.zimachievers.com/tickets) and cost £65.

ZAA Executive Producer Peter Soko said: 'The show will be held at a prestigious hotel in South Kensington, one of London’s most fashionable districts,' adding that those attending will enjoy a full three course meal, including a champagne reception and wine on the table.

He said: 'This year’s awards show is set to scale the heights of glamour and thrill audiences with an impressive repertoire of entertainment to be headlined by the US-based singer and actress, Tinashe Kachingwe.'

The 20-year old singer has opened for Justin Bieber and performed with Grammy award-winning Cash Money/Young Money rapper Lil’ Wayne, sold close to one million copies of her acclaimed mixtape ‘Reverie’, and has acted alongside Charlie Sheen in the popular CBS comedy Two And a Half Men.

Mr Mwanza said the ZAA is 'proud to be supporting four worthwhile charities this year' all involved in working to help Zimbabweans.They are Ndoro Children Charity, Diaspora Relief, Ubuntu Company Investments and Pahushamwari Trust.

More information can be fund at www.zimachievers.com.