The Dzimbahwe Institute of Heritage and Culture has formally petitioned the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) and the National Arts Merit Awards (Nama) secretariat to introduce a standalone traditional music category, arguing that the move is critical to safeguarding Zimbabwe’s indigenous artistic heritage. The petition comes ahead of the 24th NAMA awards ceremony scheduled for Saturday at the Harare International Conference Centre, one of the country’s premier event v

The Miss Heritage Zimbabwe 2026 grand finale will take place in Harare on 28 March, promising a colourful showcase of Zimbabwean culture, elegance, and national pride. Pageant coach and mentor Simbarashe Gwawawa said the event will celebrate the nation’s traditions and diversity, stressing that the competition emphasises heritage, purpose, and community impact as much as poise and presentation.