Matabeleland South Province | 28–29 August 2026, The 2nd INQAMA Arts Festival was held at Simbumbumbu Primary School in Chief Mathema, Gwanda District, bringing communities together to celebrate Zimbabwean culture.
Under the theme “Reclaiming our Roots – Shaping our Future,” the festival promoted the preservation and passing on of cultural traditions.
The event was attended by the Hon Minister for Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Hon A. Nguluvhe, Guest of Honour Chief Siphoso Dlodlo, provincial and district officials, and other invited guests.
Highlights included exhibitions of traditional foods, crafts and artworks, as well as performances by Amatshitshi, community groups and school children.
About 3,000 people attended, including approximately 1,800 females and 1,200 males, with additional walk-in visitors.
INQAMA celebrated Zimbabwe’s indigenous knowledge, traditions and creative expression, while encouraging young people to embrace their roots.
