Tahle Wedzinza refutes Outstanding Music Video awa...

Tahle Wedzinza refutes Outstanding Music Video award claims

Zim Now Writer

Tahle Wedzinza has refuted claims that she was awarded an award for the Outstanding Music Video for her song Damage at the 22nd Edition of the National Arts Merits Awards over the weekend.

The artist faced criticism over the award as the video reportedly has no visual correspondence.

The decision by NAMA was condemned both by stakeholders and fans, who questioned the credibility of the awards.

In a statement, the musician’s manager, Nyeredzi Chaya-Du Barah said the statements are aimed at injuring and damaging her standing as a professional artist and integrity of her business ethic.

“Tahle We Dzinza has always collaborated with other artists. The application in question was submitted by the film producer, Jonathan Samukange, in his capacity as a filmmaker and not by Tahle in her capacity as a musician.

“This is not the first time that artists have approached us to use Tahle’s music to showcase their skill and craft. The award in essence was awarded to Jonathan Samukange for the direction of the music video. This is the reason for those who watched the NAMAs, Jonathan of DreamHaus received the award in his capacity as a film director as he was the applicant.

“The NAMA is not her and he never accepted it. We would like to thank both the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe, who have been extremely helpful and professional in attending to the questions we raised on this award. They explained the NAMA award application process to us and we are thankful for their transparency and support.

“Tahle We Dzinza remains committed to raising the bar in her craft for God’s glory and the celebration of not only Zimbabwean art but African artistry worldwide. She has already brought home two international awards through collaborative efforts in film,” he said.