Renowned poet Hudson Chamasowa says all is set for a poetry show dubbed ‘Phwando la Ndakatulo’ on July 8 at Mibawa Multipurpose Hall in Blantyre aimed at entertaining and educating poetry fans.
According to Chamasowa, the poets have organised this show as part of bringing it back after a four-year break due to COVID-19 pandemic and after the death of one of the poets.
“We had a long break due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the death of our own poet, the late Mollen Nazombe,” he said.
Chamasowa added that they thought of bringing back the show because apart from entertaining the audience, it gives an opportunity to up-and-coming poets to perform at a bigger stage.
“Apart from bringing entertainment to the people, these shows also help us to unearth hidden talent,” he said.
Chamasowa urged poetry lovers to patronise the show with their families, describing it as a family event and assured patronage of tight security.
“People should come with their families. We do not experience any violence in poetry shows and all artists are geared to perform to their best,” he assured.
On his part, another renowned poet, Raphael Sitima confirmed that he would participate in the ‘Phwando la Ndakatulo’ and assured poet fans that he was prepared to entertain them with his touching poems such as Kuteteza Kosalako and Kwathu.
A female Poet, Mercy Mbeta, who is well known by her poem titled ‘Ungokhala Mzanga’ has confirmed that she would participate and promised a rare treat.
“People should know that I will be there and they will be entertained by my work,” she added.
Other poets, who will perform at the event include; Joseph Madzedze, Slyvester Kalizangoma, Michael Benjala, Aisha Samson, Kenneth Khondiwa, Mlakatuli Kadamkowa, Bright Kaduya, Jamira Bwanali and Mlakatuli Kenson.
Those coming to the show will be treated to rare talent of mimicking from Aunt Gate, Achair and Mr. Malawi who imitate the voices of public figures.
