All-Female Nubian Notes Concert Aims to Redefine Zimbabwe’s Music Scene

By Elishamai A.

ZiumbwaOrganisers of theNubian Notesconcert say this weekend’s all-female showcase at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) marks the start of a long-term effort to strengthen women’s representation and leadership in the country’s music industry.Set for Saturday under the theme “Mambokadzi: The Rise of Her Sound,” the concert will feature some of the country’s top female artists including Feli Nandi, Gemma Griffiths, Tamy Moyo, Shashl and Nisha Ts in what promises to be one of the biggest women-led line-ups seen on a major stage.Gateway Stream Media manager Elton Kurima said the event was conceived as part of a wider push to challenge gender imbalances in the entertainment sector.“This concert is not just a one-off show, but a foundation for creating more opportunities where female artists are the main focus.

We’ve worked tirelessly to ensure a world-class production because women deserve stages that reflect their brilliance,” he said.Kurima added that the strong public response ahead of the concert has encouraged organisers to makeNubian Notesan annual event.Connie Mazani, founder of ZAR Events and co-organiser described the concert as a movement dedicated to celebrating women’s creativity, resilience and influence.“Nubian Notes is about more than music — it’s about closing visibility gaps and proving that women-led productions can draw massive audiences.

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