By Style Reporter
H
arare is gearing up for one of the most anticipated cultural showcases of the year as the Bira Rembira Festival takes centre stage on September 27 at Heritage Village in Tynwald.
The event, which is being held in partnership with the government, promises a vibrant fusion of music, dance, exhibitions, and traditional festivities.
Running under the spirit of unity and cultural celebration, the festival will open at 9am with a pungwe and will offer free entry to all, although no outside food or beverages will be allowed.
A stellar lineup of artists is set to grace the stage, with some of Zimbabwe’s finest musicians leading the bill.
Afro-fusion giant Jah Prayzah, songbird Feli Nandi, and contemporary traditional outfit Maungira Enharira are among the headline acts.
They will be joined by crowd favourites Andy Muridzo, Kurai Makore, Vee Mhofu, Sasha, Mangwenya, Gushungo, Texas Tekenya, Sarungano, Duramawzi, Jah Lemmy, NzombeHuru, Sir Lino Piloto, Nina X, Pauline, and Nduna.
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Adding international flavour, the festival will also feature a guest artist from Malawi, underscoring its vision of cultural exchange across borders.
Beyond the music, the event is designed as a full family experience.
Visitors can expect traditional food stalls, exhibitions, outdoor games, a kids’ play area, and plenty of cultural activities that celebrate Zimbabwe’s rich heritage.
“Bira Rembira is more than a concert — it’s a cultural homecoming,” said festival manager Benjamin Nyandoro.
“We are bringing together music lovers, families and communities to celebrate who we are, where we come from, and where we are going.”
With a mix of traditional mbira rhythms and contemporary sounds, the festival is set to create a space where past and present meet, reminding Zimbabweans of the enduring power of culture in shaping identity and unity, Nyandoro added.
“For many, the highlight will be the performances under the stars, as mbira melodies fill the air in the true spirit of a pungwe,” Nyandoro said.
“Whether you are a fan of modern Afropop or traditional mbira, Bira Rembira promises a weekend to remember.”
