Highfield Zimbabwe Grounds is the best place to be this weekend!
By Julius Idrissa Manganda
Highfield’s Zimbabwe Grounds came alive this Friday as the Love Zimbabwe Festival kicked off, drawing thousands who poured into the iconic venue to celebrate a rich blend of faith, music, culture, and community spirit.
The event aimed to promote unity, love, and togetherness among Zimbabweans through a variety of performances and gospel messages is expected to give attendants multiple benefits.
The festival began with a thrilling display of BMX cycling stunts by experienced cyclists from Action Sports Outreach, a group with 20 years of experience in extreme sports evangelism.
Their impressive tricks were followed by an equally captivating display of motorbike stunts, which proved to be a crowd favorite.
“We’ve been doing this for 20 years, since 2006. Our association has performed in 50 different countries, using BMX bicycles and motorcycles to showcase extreme sports and spread the gospel of Jesus. We believe that sports can be a powerful tool for evangelism and discipleship,” said Vic Marphy of Action Sports Outreach.
As the event progressed, local gospel artists took to the stage, including Vabati VaJehova, who performed their popular songs including Anouya Chete and Mabasa Anodiwa NaBaba. The crowd sang along and danced to the music, with many leaping to their feet in excitement.
The Roman Catholic Church’s Romac group also delivered a superb performance that delighted the audience.
The highlight of the event was the electrifying performance by Kubamba, a group from Kenya. Their energetic set had the crowd jumping and dancing.
Kubamba has been conducting high school missions in Zimbabwe for the past two weeks, witnessing 7,000 people come to Christ.
“We are here in Zimbabwe in partnership with Love Zimbabwe. We have been doing high school missions for the past two weeks, and we have witnessed 7,000 people coming to Christ,” said Dorcas (Dorcky) Wanjiru.
The festival also featured counselors who took time to preach and distribute literature to attendees. This provided an opportunity to share the word of God with many people.
“I go to His People Church in Budiriro. This Love Zimbabwe Festival has given us an opportunity to share the word of God with different people, especially the young guys,” said Mrs. Kwanisai Chisango.
Bishop Shepherd Masimobero, who teaches at Salem Evangelical Bible Institute, emphasized the importance of prayer and counseling.
“I teach pastors, bishops, and apostles at Salem Evangelical Bible Institute. This program helps people understand the benefits of praying to God. I’m here as a counselor, assisting not only the general public but also pastors themselves, since I teach at a Bible school,” said Bishop Masimobero.
The festival had a profound impact on young attendees.
“This program assists us, the youth. We have learned to stay away from drugs and have been taught how to live as Christians, even as sportspeople. For example, I play soccer for a club called Cadship Stars Academy,” said Pride Masora.
Lily Kufeni, a student from Greater Success College, also appreciated the messages of love and unity.
Evangelist Andrew Palau of the Luis Palau Association, who was received by a cheering crowd, delivered a powerful sermon that led thousands to accept Jesus into their lives.
The Love Zimbabwe Festival is a testament to the power of music and unity in bringing people together. As the country continues to face various challenges, events like this serve as a reminder of the importance of love, unity, and togetherness.
