Times Of Swaziland: NACAS HHOHHO SHUTDOWN REGIONAL STAGES

NACAS HHOHHO SHUTDOWN REGIONAL STAGES
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Neliswa Sibiya on 25/10/2024 08:56:00


MBABANE - In an event that showcased creativity and artistry from artists, the
Hhohho Regional awards edition was absolutely thrilling as it painted the town
of Pigg’s Peak black.
This was during the final segment of the regional awards ceremony held on
Wednesday at the Regional Education Offices (REO). The awards ceremony honoured
the Hhohho region’s top musical talent, fashion artistry and fine artists.Each
category winner received a certificate and E500 prize money that they will use
to garner votes during the National awards ceremony set to take place on
December 14, 2024.Returning host, media personality and Hip Hop artist KrTC led
the full-house with his high-energy, multi-genre day of music alongside upcoming
host, Bandisa Dlamini. Gospel artist Bubu Nkosi opened the show with a
joy-filled performance.
Surprised
Multiple guest performers surprised the audience including Swaziman the poet,
Gogo Mbila Makhoyane, M. Triggerson and Fufu. Gospel sensation Fakazi Samuel,
Hip Hop artists Young Zesh and Lyrikal Busta reigned supreme at the ceremony as
they all walked away with two awards. Mkhuzweni Chiefdom was also a big winner
with three awards. Fakazi Samuel scooped the outstanding artist and song while
Young Zesh won Outstanding Hip hop and album.
Hip Hop artist Lyrikal Busta won outstanding music video and male. Country music
singer Cleopatra Methula walked away with the Outstanding Country Music Artist.
The National Arts and Culture Awards (NACA) regional event also bestowed special
honours to industry titans such as DJ DD Cool who continues creating a legacy of
excellence that reaches and influences the masses within the music industry.
Exciting house DJ duo Trendtwinz scooped the outstanding newcomer award while
gospel choir, the Lillies Choir walked away with the Outstanding Gospel Artist.
The Outstanding Afro-Soul artist went to Fufu.
Reciting
Nelizwe took a moment to showcase his reciting skills with a brief poem as he
received his Outstanding Poet award. Hip Hop artist Young Zesh thanked the
Eswatini National Council of Arts and Culture (ENCAC) for the platform and his
fans for voting for him. “I am deeply thankful to my incredible fans who have
stood by me on this journey. Your love and encouragement inspire me daily and I
am truly blessed to have you in my corner,” he said.