ZIMBABWE MUSIC AWARDS:JANET MANYOWA AND DORCAS WON BIG FOR THE GOSPEL

The Zimbabwe Music Awards (ZIMAs) held its 2023 edition on June 3rd at the prestigious 7 Arts Theatre in Avondale, Harare, bringing together the cream of Zimbabwe's music industry for a night of recognition and celebration. The event was a spectacle of fashion, music, and fun, as the who's who of Zimbabwean music gathered to honor the best of the best.

Janet Manyowa, a multi-talented songwriter and performer, stole the show with two major awards: Contemporary Gospel Song of the Year for her soulful hit, and Best Music Video for the stunning visuals accompanying her song 'Vaudze'. This was a testament to her hard work and dedication to her craft.

Meanwhile, the anointed Dorcas Moyo made a significant impact by winning the Best Traditional Gospel award, a well-deserved recognition of her contribution to the Gospel music fraternity. This win was a milestone for the Gospel community, marking a triumphant moment in the face of challenges.
 

The ZIMAs 2023 winners list was a diverse and impressive roll call of talent, including:

- Best Group/Duo: Indosakusa
- Best Newcomer: Leo Magozz
- Best Album: David & Goliath by Freeman HKD
- Best Zimdancehall: Freeman HKD
- Best Sungura: Mark Ngwazi
- Best Afropop/Afrofusion: Ishan
- Best Hip Hop: Saintfloew
- Best Collaboration: Leo Magozz & Friends for 'Fire Emoji Remix'
- Best Contemporary Gospel: Janet Manyowa
- Best Traditional Gospel: Dorcas Moyo
- Best R&B and Soul: Nyasha Timbe
- Best Jazz: Josh Meck

- Best Dance (House, Amapiano, Kwaito, and EDM): Leslie Kampila
- Best Tshibilika: Insimbi Zezhwane
- Best Traditional (Chinyakare/Chimurenga): Mary Anibal
- Best Traditional (Folk, Ezomdabu, and Imbube): Amaqaqa
- Best Alternative: Feli Nandi
- Best Producer: Oskid
- Best Music Video: Janet Manyowa for 'Vaudze'
- Best Videographer: Studio Art Pictures
- Best Diaspora Artist: Dr. Chaii
- Best Male Artist: Freeman HKD
- Best Female Artist: Feli Nandi
- Lifetime Achievement Award: Tymon 'Whitehorse' Mabaleka
- Song of the Year: Freeman HKD

The ZIMAs 2023 was a resounding success, celebrating the richness and diversity of Zimbabwean music and honoring the talented individuals who make it all possible.