Times Of Swaziland: NACAS RECEIVE E500 000  BOOST FROM BURKINA FASO

NACAS RECEIVE E500 000  BOOST FROM BURKINA FASO
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Mxolisi Dlamini on 15/11/2024 08:26:00


MBABANE - The National Arts and Culture Awards (NACAs) are thrilled to announce
they have secured sponsorship from His Excellency General Alh-Hadji Hissein-MD
AGIC of Burkina Faso.
In a generous move, the General has donated E500 000 towards this year’s
awards ceremony, which was officially presented yesterday at Mountain View Hotel
during a virtual meeting. This significant contribution arrives at a pivotal
moment for the NACAs, set to take place in just one month’s time. His
Excellency General Alh-Hadji Hissein-MD AGIC’s donation exemplifies his
unwavering commitment to cultural promotion and women’s empowerment—values
that resonate deeply with the National Arts and Culture Council in Eswatini.
Donation
This donation marks a landmark moment for the NACAs and is anticipated to
enhance the cultural connections between Burkina Faso and Eswatini. His
Excellency General Alh-Hadji Hissein-MD AGIC expressed his enthusiasm for this
burgeoning relationship, stating: “This is the beginning of more collaboration
with Eswatini of promoting Arts and Culture.” Under the leadership of Chief
Executive Officer (CEO) Stanley Dlamini, the National Arts and Culture will be
launching a cultural exchange programme with Burkina Faso to uncover additional
avenues for collaboration and to foster mutual understanding. This initiative is
expected to provide both nations with a richer cultural landscape.  Stanley
Dlamini, CEO of the Eswatini National Council of Arts and Culture (ENCAC),
articulated his gratitude to the general for his contribution, noting that this
relationship began in April. “Seeing this relationship come to fruition is
encouraging,” he said.
Stature
The inclusion of international sponsorship elevates the stature of the awards
and underscores the importance of cross-border collaboration in the arts.  The
NACAs play a crucial role in celebrating local talent and promoting the rich
cultural tapestry of Eswatini. The added support from Burkina Faso serves not
only to enhance the awards themselves, but also to shine a light on the shared
values and cultural heritage that bind nations together.