Published by the government of Zimbabwe
Jonathan Mbiriyamveka
5 June 2008
Harare — Tanga Wekwasando, the African township rhythm maestro, will make a return to South Africa for two shows.
The veteran trombonist, performer, singer and guitarist last performed down south over five years ago and his return comes hot on the heels of xenophobic attacks that has hit this southern African country.
Asked why he was staging shows in South Africa where hundreds of foreigners including Zimbabweans had been displaced, Tanga said the shows were a sign of solidarity. "It's been a long time since I staged shows there (South Africa) but I feel that this is part of solidarity with various people affected in South Africa including Zimbabweans. "I feel that African renaissance would not be complete if we do not show love because love is important in African renaissance. Basically I'm going to spread love to the African people, which is part of consolidating the renaissance," he said. Gift Chinyani promoter of the show, reiterated that the gigs were aimed at showing love to fellow Africans.
"Tanga is a continental brand and we felt it was high time he staged shows to spread his gospel of township love rhythms into the region and South Africa is a natural market for adult contemporary music that Tanga plays. "This is part of spiritual solidarity with South African and Zimbabweans. I think love is a unifying force among Africans," Chinyani said.
The versatile and easy going Tanga has had a string of hits from his chart topping albums since the release of Wake. His philosophy is built around love and he believes "love conquers all, respect is the anchor of all relationships while peace is paramount to good living."
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