The Sunday News
Nhlalwenhle Ngwenya
VILLAGERS from Jambezi in Hwange were dished an early Christmas treat on Saturday when sungura maestro Alick Macheso performed for free at Jambezi Centre.
Macheso, who was in Hwange on Friday for a performance at the Colliery Club’s Edmund Davies Hall, travelled to Jambezi on Saturday morning for the free show which was held as a way of giving back to the community.
The show that was arranged by one of the villagers, was seen as a special event to them as it was Macheso’s first visit to Jambezi where he has a legion of fans.
“The show, a family event, was meant for the people of Jambezi who love Macheso so much,” said event organiser, Alois Sundano Sikuka.
The 24-year-old show organiser said he hosted Macheso as a way of thanking his community for raising him.
“I grew up in the Jambezi village and as a way of thanking my community for their guidance, I decided to bring one of their favourite musicians so that we can celebrate in style,” said Sikuka.
He said when he was young he used to go to Jambezi Centre during holidays such as Christmas to enjoy Macheso’s music.
“When we were young, we used to go to the shopping centre just to listen to Macheso’s music during holidays,” he said.
