The inaugural Tshitaudze Heritage Festival is set to take place from September 25 to 27 at Mpande Culture Village in Ward 12 of the Gwanda-Tshitaudze Constituency, with organisers promising a vibrant celebration of TshiVenda culture, creativity and community development.
The three-day festival, running under the theme “Vhutambo ha Mvelele ya vhufa ha Ha Tshitaudze (Celebrating the Tshitaudze Heritage),” aims to provide a platform for local artists and cultural practitioners to showcase their talents while promoting the preservation of indigenous heritage.
In a statement, Chief Tshitaudze said the event will feature traditional dance, poetry, storytelling, drama, fashion exhibitions, traditional games and a cook-out competition, among other activities.
According to Chief Tshutaudze, the event was created to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the region while addressing challenges faced by local artists, including limited access to resources, market visibility and opportunities for professional growth.
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“The Tshitaudze Heritage Festival celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the region by creating a platform for local arts and culture creatives to showcase talent in dance, poetry, drama and fashion.
The festival seeks to inspire, educate and deepen appreciation of cultural identity and innovation through the fusion of traditional and contemporary artistic expression,” said the traditional leader.
Beyond celebrating culture, the festival is expected to contribute to local economic development by promoting tourism and creating opportunities for artists, designers and entrepreneurs.
Chief Tshitaudze noted that particular emphasis will be placed on empowering women and young people through mentorship, skills development and networking opportunities.
“The festival serves as both a cultural celebration and a creative-industry incubator,
It will provide a platform for local talent, identify and develop emerging artists, nurture skills through mentorship and foster healthy competition that raises artistic standards,” said Chief Tshitaudze.
Activities lined up for the festival include local designers’ showcases, market stalls where visitors can purchase products directly from designers, workshops and seminars on performing and visual arts, costume design and event production, as well as awards recognising outstanding artists and designers.
Guidance and counselling sessions led by Tshivenda elders will also be held to help connect young people with cultural knowledge and traditions.
Chief Tshitaudze expressed confidence that the festival will become a key cultural event in the region, helping to preserve heritage while promoting sustainable development.
“The Tshitaudze Heritage Festival seeks to identify, nurture and promote talent for sustainable development, while keeping heritage alive through creativity and community engagement,” he said.
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