Showcasing their films as well as documentaries at the expo are; Great zimbabwe University (GZU), Chinhoyi University of Technology (CUT), National University of Science and technology (NUST), Midlands STATE University (MSU) and Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC).
_Theme:- Amplifying SDGs through Film and Digital Media_
The expo is calling on young people to use their creativity and imagination to create short films that create awareness and motivate action towards the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
The expo is calling on young people to use their creativity and imagination to create short films that create awareness and motivate action towards the attainment of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Present are:
Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation Science and Technology Prof Amon Murwira,
Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Cde Monica Mutsvangwa,
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With representative explaining what they offer and are doing in the film industry. Great Zimbabwe University (GZU) proud to be the only University having a radio station with the community being part of it.
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Minister Judith Ncube:
Welcomes His Excellency and delegates to Bulawayo, the epicentre of creative art. The expo falls on the back drop of the Bulawayo arts festival launched by the President this year and its testimony that creative industry is vibrant. #Vision2030
Acting Pro Vice Chancellor Dr Engineer William Goriwondo:
Welcomes His Excellency and Cabinet Ministers to the expo.
The expo has attracted 7 Universities, NUST, UZ, MSU, Lupane, Chinhoyi University of Technology (CUT), Great Zimbabwe University (GZU) and Solusi University.
Acting Pro Vice Chancellor Dr Engineer William Goriwondo:
The expo is a huge milestone in the film industry. The expo is fulfilling education 5.0 in heritage based education.
Engineer William Goriwondo:
Universities have taken students eager to participate in talent creation.
Most Universities have film studies but not adequately equipped. We appeal to stakeholders to invest in this industry.
Calls for people to adhere to the COVID-19 precautions.
Minister Murwira:
Let's declare that we are in a free world in Zimbabwe. Creativity and innovation is difficult for people who are not themselves.
Minister Murwira:
Results of our arts sector has been demonstrated at this expo.
We now know the importance of being Zimbabwean as we follow the path to modernise and industrialise our economy and country.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
Today we also celebrate and award the outstanding work towards advancing the industrialisation agenda and SDGs.
My Government is proud to see young people playing their part and coming out of their shell.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
Congratulations for the milestones we are celebrating and exhibiting.The theme is apt & timely.I commend our students,lecturers & stakeholders for using the expo in applying the involvement of people for the development of Zimbabwe & attainment of SDGs
HE President @edmnangagwa:
The importance of film and creative industry can't be over emphasised.
The sector creates a lot of employment. The support for young film makers is being heightened as a priority area in the Second Republic.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
Lesson from film related companies show the possible economic impact of the sector concerning economic empowerment to the youth.
Government will continue to resource the art and culture fund and other artists.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
At this stage of our country, film and movies should be deployed to motivate our people to be more and to do mo through increased production and productivity. A positive national image of Zimbabwe should be projected.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
I challenge those in the sector to promote our culture and heritage by telling our own story in our own way. This expo must be a critical call in the ongoing branding and building exercise.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
Creating and distributing proudly Zimbabwean content showing that we are a friend to all and enemy to none.
Promote Zimbabwe film globally so they get a better understanding of us and our people.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
I commend the Film and TV Development companies for promoting the Zimbabwe brand.
Promoting Zimbabwe as a destination will go a long way in partnering win win investments in line with Zimbabwe is open for business and Nyika inovakwa nevene vayo mantra.
HE President @edmnangagwa:
Showcasing our country's vision and aspirations as we we build Zimbabwe brick upon brick.
Never allow our stories to be taken by those with ulterior motives. Don't give up your chosen genres or narratives.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
It's unfortunate that some in the film and broad casting space are using their talents to denigrate Zimbabwe and its leadership because of payment from foreign detractors. This should be shunned.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
I commend the partnership between Ministry of Higher and Tertiary Education, Innovation, Science and Technology, and Ministry of information for prioritising training of players in the industry.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
The Film and TV Company is applauded for setting up and operationalising Film and TV hubs in Universities in line with Government policing thrust. This is in line with devolution and decentralisation thrust of leaving no one and no place behind.
HE President @edmnangagwa:
The newly licensed players in the broadcasting space are encouraged to play and promote local content.
The National Arts Council must implement programs for talent identification so that young people's talents are realised.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
This industry has potential to influence nation towards value system. I am confident you are up to the task. Ensure your work is deeply rooted in patriotism so that the sector becomes a key pillar in advancing the economy. #NyikaInovakwaNeveneVayo
HE President @edmnangagwa:
It's only through patriotism, discipline, self knowledge, national identity and pride that we can direct the world. The industry must be guided by the values of peace harmony and love.
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HE President @edmnangagwa:
This Industry along with others in the journalism must display new leadership and professionalism because you affect peoples views. Entertain people in the right direction. Artistic work which is valueless have no place in our country. #Vision2030
HE President @edmnangagwa:
Film must rather lead to the perpetuation of our rich cultural needs.
Locally produced content must promote family values, hard honest work, discipline and healthy leaving. You in the film sector must discourage corruption and Morale decadence .
HE President @edmnangagwa:
Film makers must put the people first in all their work for people are the ultimate consumers hence serving the people honestly is the duty of all artists.
Congratulations for the milestone, you have my administration's support. #NyikaInovakwaNeveneVayo
HE President @edmnangagwa:
In the face of the ongoing threat of COVID-19, i appeal to the media to continue sensitising the nation on the importance of adhering to COVID-19 regulations and to get vaccinated.
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OFFICIAL LAUNCH OF THE 2021 VARSITY FILM EXPO, BY HIS EXCELLENCY PRESIDENT OF ZIMBABWE CDE E.D MNANGAGWA, IN BULAWAYO
Theme:- Amplifying SDGs through Film and Digital Media
His Excellency President Cde E.D Mnangagwa declares the Film Expo officially opened. #Vision2030
Conferment of awards to the best film makers,
Second runner up is MSU with Simudza documentary,
First runner up is NUST with 6 years and the
Winner is GZU with Umchato Wethu
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Minister Monica Mutsvangwa:
Movies and films made in this country should motivate people to be productive, achieve our vision and aspirations. We should tell stories in our own perspectives. Every Zimbabwean should remember that all we do should be proudly Zimbabwean.
Minister Monica Mutsvangwa:
Films should promote brand Zimbabwe showing that Zimbabwe is a friend to all and enemy to none.
The industry which had died down has been awakened. The expo dovetails with the digitalisation program.
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Minister Monica Mutsvangwa:
It's critical that we move from analogue to digital in order to preserve our history.
For 14 years Zimbabwe has had one TV station, We licensed more TV stations, community radio stations and campus radio stations.
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Minister Monica Mutsvangwa:
Our film industry is capable of creating jobs fulfilling vision 2030.
The Second Republic through H.E is on record that no place and no one will be left behind as we head towards Vision 2030.
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Zimbabwe is targeting to transform the tourism industry into a US$6 billion dollar industry within the next few years and has prioritised attraction of investment into the sector which is a major foreign currency earner.
Government has also prioritised improving Victoria Falls into an attractive destination and a financial services hub with President Mnangagwa having officially opened the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange just last week.
HIS EXCELLENCY PRESIDENT E.D MNANGAGWA OFFICIATINGAT THE NATIONAL TREE PLANTING DAY EVENT AT MASVINGO PRIMARY SCHOOL IN MBERENGWA
In recognition of the National tree planting day, the President has planted an orange tree at Masvingo Primary School
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Minister Larry Mavhima:
We have destroyed our forests and therefore we need to preserve our forests. Today at this tree planting day event we call the new orchard that has just been planted by His Excellency President @edmnangagwa at Masvingo Primary General Dr S. B Moyo Orchard
Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu
We are humbled by your presence to officiate at the national tree planting day. Zim environmental assets includes trees, water, minerals among several others. The achievement of Vision 2030 depends on the utilisation of our assets.
HIS EXCELLENCY PRESIDENT E.D MNANGAGWA ATTENDS THE MEMORIAL SERVICE FOR THE LATE NATIONAL HERO CDE SIBUSISO MOYO
His Excellency President of Zimbabwe Cde E.D Mnangagwa has just arrived.
Present Are:
* VP and Second Secretary and Minister of Health & Child Care Cde C.D.G.N Chiwenga
* ZANU PF VP & Second Secretary K.C.D Mohadi
*Wife to the late S.B Moyo Justice Loice Matanda-Moyo
*Minister of Finance & Economic development Cde Mthuli Ncube
Present Are:
*Minister of Local Government and Public Works Cde July Moyo
* Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Cde Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndlovu
*Herbet Chitepo School of Ideology Principal, Cde Munyaradzi Machacha
Hon Minister Ncube also went to check on the classroom blocks which were built through the Constituency Development Fund and the progress of classroom blocks which are under construction at Dzvuke Primary and Secondary School.
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The event was graced by Chief Chireya, Chief Mkoka, Chief Mazinyo and the MP for Gokwe Mapfungautsi Cde Karikoga, who all appreciated the inputs scheme which ensures food security through sustainable farming as inscribed in the National Development Strategy 1 (NDS - 1).
Present are:
Secretary for Administration Dr O. Mpofu
Acting National Political Commissar Cde P. Chinamasa
Director Administration Cde D. Dzora
Director for Administration Cde Mushonga
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Present are:
Minister of National Housing and Social Amenities, D. Garwe
Deputy Minister of National Housing and Social Amenities, Y. Simbanegavi
Director for Information and Publicity, Cde T. Mugwadi
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