The Sunday News
Sunday Leisure Reporter
ZIMBABWE socialite, hustler and self-proclaimed heir to the late flamboyant socialite Genius “Ginimbi” Kadungure’s legacy, Brian Goshomi, better known as Ginimbi Lite, has publicly advocated for Bulawayo to be recognised as Zimbabwe’s cultural capital.
Speaking to Sunday Leisure at the sidelines of the recently held 2024 National Arts Merit Awards (Namas) at the Bulawayo International Trade Fair Hall and after being charmed by the city’s rich history and vibrant artistic scene,Ginimbi Lite, who is also known for his adherence to his predecessor’s lavish lifestyle and social media presence, said Bulawayo offers a captivating experience for travellers seeking the essence of Zimbabwe.
“Bulawayo, is a city with a rich cultural heritage and an exciting future. The city is home to numerous galleries and art spaces, including the National Art Gallery in Bulawayo, which exhibits a wide array of contemporary and traditional art. Festivals such as the annual Intwasa Arts Festival also showcase the city’s vibrant creative scene,” he said.
He emphasised the city’s cleanliness, safety, and welcoming atmosphere, further positioning it as an ideal gateway to explore Zimbabwe’s natural wonders.
The self-styled king of bling, specifically mentioned Matobo National Park, renowned for its remarkable wildlife and historical significance, including ancient San rock paintings and colonial-era landmarks. He said the unique colonial architecture of some of the city’s buildings was also fascinating.
“This is because the buildings showcase the colonial style that was popular in Europe at the time. The streets are also extremely wide and there is no doubt that this is a historic landmark and must-visit attraction for anyone interested in the history of Zimbabwe,” he said.
He said Bulawayo was a perfect destination for travellers who wanted to experience the best of Zimbabwe.
“Known for its cleanliness, safety, and welcoming locals, Bulawayo serves as a gateway to some of Zimbabwe’s most magnificent natural wonders,” said Ginimbi Lite.
Ginimbi Lite’s recent visit to Bulawayo included appearances at local nightspots alongside young entrepreneur and chief executive officer of Sentrail Investments ,Dzikamai “DZ” Hungwe, who reportedly invited him to Bulawayo.
This marked his first engagement with the city’s nightlife and artistic community. As if taking a cue from the late flamboyant socialite Ginimbi, Goshomi seemed to have also developed a knack for hosting supposedly expensive parties after he reportedly bought champagne worth nearly US$1 000 at one of the city’s night spots.
DZ hailed Ginimbi Lite’s visit to Bulawayo, saying it set a precedent for socialites, especially those from Harare, to visit other cities and discover the vast opportunities that Bulawayo offers.
“It’s great to see socialites, especially those from Harare, visiting other cities and becoming charmed by and identifying the vast opportunities found in Bulawayo. We hope this becomes an ongoing process where we can facilitate the exchange of socialites between Harare and Bulawayo, allowing them to experience each other’s cities’ beautiful and historic hospitality.
We also plan to do the same for Bulawayo socialites, enabling them to connect and collaborate with their Harare counterparts,” said DZ.
