By Ncaba Ntshakala
Simply spectacular, enticing and sensational!
The finals of the Inyatsi Schools Arts and Culture Competitions have begun with a thrilling display of talent and creativity from students across Eswatini.
Supported by a substantial E700,000 sponsorship from Inyatsi Foundation, Eswatini Network of Women, and Imisebe Publishers, the event has already been hailed for its empowerment and impressive performances from various schools.
Gundvwini High School, St Mary’s High School, Zombodze National High School, and SOS High School emerged as top scorers in Category B, having survived rigorous elimination stages in the preceding weeks.
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chools in Category A are set to compete today and they have promised even more spectacular performances.
The Inyatsi Foundation, the corporate social responsibility arm of the Inyatsi Group Holdings, is the title sponsor and has contributed E500,000 to the competitions.
Eswatini Network of Women has injected E150,000, while Imisebe Publishers has added E50,000. During the sponsorship launch on Monday, Gcinekile Nxumalo, representing Inyatsi Foundation, emphasized the foundation’s commitment to a long-term partnership with the Eswatini Schools Arts and Culture Association.
“The Inyatsi Foundation is proud to support the Eswatini Schools Arts and Culture Competitions. We believe in the power of arts and culture to transform lives and communities.
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Our partnership with the association will undoubtedly yield positive outcomes for the youth of Eswatini,” Nxumalo stated.
Ronnie Gamedze, President of the Eswatini Schools Arts and Culture Association expressed profound gratitude for the critical support from Inyatsi Foundation.
“As an association, we have a passion to nurture children in all aspects, including cultural activities and talent.
This generous sponsorship allows us to continue our mission of fostering creativity and cultural appreciation among our youth,” Gamedze said.
The finals are being held at the Somhlolo National Stadium, the country’s theatre of dreams. Ncobile Dlamini, Inyatsi Group Holdings’ Public Relations and Marketing Officer,
encouraged the public to attend the last day of the finals, where she also highlighted the business opportunities available for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) with stalls priced at E500.
