are sorry to all those who were inconvenienced by the queues. The support was so overwhelming that our capacity was stretched to the limit. Zimfest has become the premier showcase for Zimbabwean talent and industry and next year’s event can only be better.”
The funds raised from the festival go to support many needy people and charitable projects back in Zimbabwe. However, Zimfest is not just about raising money, the festival has also become a place where a wide range of Zimbabwean artistic talent is showcased.
This year, acts included a range of Zimbabwean musicians from the soulful and spiritual music of Chiwoniso, to jazz legend Paul Lunga; from singer, dancer and drummer Anna Mudeka, to the roots-soul groove of Thabani.
Events included a football tournament and a dance and cultural space where theatre and story-telling took place, and people tried their hand at playing the Mbira.
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Authentic Zim experience
LONDON
This year's Zimfest was an authentic Zimbabwean experience in every way. Hungry festival goers lined up good-naturedly in long queues, waiting patiently to sample a boerewors roll or get some sadza.
"We have seen record numbers this year," said organiser Philip Chikwiramakomo. "We