PUMULA Royal Arts and Community Awards (Praca) founder and executive director, Happy Mpofu, has been nominated for The Promised Land Awards in the arts and culture category, in recognition of his outstanding work in promoting arts and culture in the community.
Mpofu said he was overwhelmed with gratitude and humility when he received the news, describing the nomination as an incredible honour and a validation of his hard work, dedication and passion for the arts.
“I was overwhelmed with gratitude and humility when I heard about the nomination. It's an incredible honour to be recognised among such an impressive group of individuals,” he said.
“This nomination means the world to me. It's a validation of my hard work, dedication and passion for what I do. It's also a testament to the impact and relevance of my work, which is truly fulfilling.
“As for the impact on my future work, I believe this nomination will not only boost my career and public profile but also serve as a powerful motivator to continue pushing boundaries and striving for excellence. It's a reminder that my efforts are making a difference and that's all the encouragement I need to keep doing what I love."
The nomination was extended by the Genesis Foundation, in partnership with Sky Global Education and the Bulawayo Junior City Council.
The awards ceremony, slated for March 7, aims to celebrate outstanding contributions made by Bulawayo's youth in various fields, including arts and culture, humanitarian, faith, fraternity, business innovation, education and sport. The arts and culture category specifically seeks to spotlight young individuals who have leveraged on arts and culture to drive social change, improving the quality of life for Bulawayo residents. The award will be given based on impact, premised on scale and magnitude.
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