Acclaimed all-female group Nobuntu is taking a break from the mic to focus on their “work for the people” initiative, expanding their existing charity efforts at home.
Following a six-month United States tour, they group is dedicating their time to empowering young girls, particularly in urban areas.
“This year we are doubling down on giving back to the community,” said Duduzile Sibanda, a group member.
“While music takes us around the world, Zimbabwe is our home, and when we're here, we want to make a difference.”
Their initiative tackles menstruation-related challenges faced by young girls.
“We all rush to say the rural girls are marginalised, but we may end up forgetting the city girls,” Sibanda said.
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“There is a struggle with economic pressures and societal expectations for everyone and we want to strike a balance and offer support where it's needed.”
Nobuntu understands these struggles first-hand.
“Growing up in Zimbabwe wasn’t easy, and it’s even tougher for the younger generation now,” Sibanda said.
To support their work, they have established “Friends of Nobuntu” in the US, connecting with their international audience.
“We started out funding this ourselves,” explained Zanele Manhenga another group member.
“However, with less touring, we needed a sustainable solution.
“We envision going beyond just pads in the future, and collective support makes it achievable.
“Moreover, we eventually want to go beyond the padbank in the future and so it’s easier when we all put our hands together and pull the burden together as a people.”