Five Provinces Down, One Grand Finale Awaits in Chibuku Road to Fame 2025
CHIBUKU Road to Fame music contest has reached the halfway point, with five provinces already choosing their champions ahead of the national finals set for October.
This past weekend, the spotlight was on Matabeleland South and Bulawayo, where crowds filled KoNjabulo Beerhall to cheer on fresh talent.
In Matabeleland South, Bolamba Culture Birds stole the show with their mix of tradition and modern flair, a performance judges praised as both genuine and creative. Their win came with US$2,500 and a spot in the grand finale. Mukanoni Pride and Luduhambo Express, both sungura groups, secured second and third place.
Bulawayo’s stage was dominated by afro-fusion. After a close contest, Dab Band came out on top, also pocketing US$2,500 and a ticket to the finals. Amani Pulse followed in second, while Royal Band, an afro-jazz act, placed third.
So far, winners have also been crowned in Midlands, Mashonaland West, and Matabeleland North, with groups like Core Vibes, All In One, and Simuniziva already through.
This year marks the 25th anniversary of the competition, run by Delta Beverages with the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe. Unlike past editions, the 2025 event has been trimmed to six major provincial finals, with the top three acts from each advancing.
All roads now lead to the national stage, where the champions will battle for US$15,000 and a recording contract prizes that could change their musical journeys forever.
Chibuku Road to Fame continues to prove why it remains Zimbabwe’s biggest launchpad for grassroots music talent.
