The Success Story of Zimbabwe Achievers Awards ZAA
The Zimbabwean community was left buzzing after the huge success of the 2nd edition of the Moneygram Zimbabwe Achievers Awards which took place in a colourful ceremony on Saturday 28th April 2012 in London.
Born out of a simple vision, The Zimbabwe Achievers Awards is an event that seeks to recognise and honour Zimbabweans who have pushed the limits against all odds to raise the Zimbabwean flag high,
Hosted by the renowned Zimbabwean actress Chipo Chung, famed for roles on TV series such as Camelot and Dr Who, the second edition of Zimbabwe Achievers Awards took place at the Prestigious Grange Tower Bridge Hotel, The Star-studded event was well attended by hundreds of Zimbabweans and friends of Zimbabwe in a colourful blend of glitz and glamour, The night begin with a photo-call on the Red Carpet followed by a Champagne reception with a traditional group playing Marimbas as a background, after that the crowd enjoyed a sumptuous 3 course meal and the main Awards ceremony
The Winners on the night included Glorianne Francis who won Personality of the year, Male and Female Entrepreneur went to Dr Charles Mazhude and Viola Ncube respectively, Other winners included Kirsty Coventry, Nyasaha Matonhodze, and Marjorie Ngwenya who took the Outstanding Achievement Award
The Lifetime achievement Award went to Mr Vulidlendla Mkandla, who has helped over a 1000 Zimbabweans gain Scholarships in the UK over a 20 year period, Mr Mr Mkandla received a standing ovation from the crowd, Mr Mkandla expressed his deepest gratitude and love of Zimbabwe, also urged Zimbabweans to strive for the best
Among an array of Celebrities at the event included Shingi Shoniwa of the Noisettes, Supa Mandiwanzira, Bkay and Heavyweight boxer Dereck Chisora who made a personal donation of 2k to the ZAA’s chosen charities
The Event raised well over 3k for the chosen charities through raffle tickets and Silent auctions with some of the prizes donated by IMG
Speaking after the Event, ZAA CEO Conrad Mwanza said ” I would like to thank the community for the support and congratulate all the winners, there were no losers tonight as we feel every Nominee is an Achiever in their own right and the inspiration behind ZAA, ZAA is also proud to support those less privileged as charity only begins at home, lets continue to seek and dream and show the World how great we are”
The Full List is as follows
SPECIAL CATEGORY
Lifetime Achievement Award – Mr Vulidlela Mkandla
Chairman’s Honorary Award – Mr Strive Masiyiwa
Academic Award – Dr. Winston Mano
Conservation Award – The Zambezi Society
Tourism Award – Wild Zambezi
Outstanding Achievement – Marjorie Ngwonya
Young Achievers Award – Nyasha Matonhodze
Friends of Zimbabwe Award – Prof. Terrance Ranger
People’s Choice Award – Betina Sibanda
BUSINESS
Female Entrepreneur of the Year – Viola Ncube
Male Entrepreneur of the Year – Dr. Charles Mazhude
Company of the Year – Renaissance Personnel
Business Innovation of the Year – Tinaye Munonyara
SPORTS AND CULTURE
Fashion Designer of the Year – Haranga Afrik Klodz
Urban Fashion Design – Blackarmoor
Event Promoter of the Year – Fashion Gives Back
International Sports Personality – Kirsty Coventry
Personality of the Year – Glorianne Francis
COMMUNITY
Community Organisation of the Year – Positive Youth Programs
Community Champion of the Year – Nyasha Gwatidzo
MEDIA
Journalist of the Year goes – Lance Guma
Media House of the Year – New Zimbabwe
Radio Station of the Year – Zimnet Radio
Radio presenter of the Year – Vickie Storm
MUSIC
Male Artist of the Year – Bruno ‘Money B’ Mukuze
Female Artist of the Year – Cynthia Mare
Gospel Artist of the Year – Jane Doka
Video of the Year – All Stars, “Just Wanna Dance”
