Concert 2025
It is coming!
New Initiative to Promote Tonga Music, Dance, and Folklore Among Schoolchildren in Southern Province
Chikuni Radio is excited to launch a new program aimed at promoting the teaching and learning of Tonga music, dance, and folklore among schoolchildren in the Southern Province, specifically in Gwembe, Pemba, and Monze districts.
This initiative seeks to preserve and celebrate Tonga’s rich cultural heritage, foster national pride and identity, and encourage community involvement through education.
Key Objectives
The Annual Cultural Festival will serve as the cornerstone of this initiative, celebrating Tonga’s cultural heritage by:
Chikuni Radio is excited to launch a new program aimed at promoting the teaching and learning of Tonga music, dance, and folklore among schoolchildren in the Southern Province, specifically in Gwembe, Pemba, and Monze districts.
This initiative seeks to preserve and celebrate Tonga’s rich cultural heritage, foster national pride and identity, and encourage community involvement through education.
Key Objectives
- Preserve Traditional Music and Art: Safeguard Tonga’s cultural legacy for future generations.
- Enhance Cultural Awareness: Deepen young learners’ appreciation of Zambia’s diverse cultural traditions.
- Foster Creative Skills: Nurture students’ artistic and innovative talents within the cultural arts.
- Collaborate with Educators: Partner with teachers and school administrators to strengthen cultural groups in schools.
- Train Teachers: Equip educators with the skills necessary to effectively teach Tonga music, dance, and folklore.
- Engage Schools in the Annual Tonga Festival: Provide students with opportunities to showcase their cultural talents and connect with the broader community.
The Annual Cultural Festival will serve as the cornerstone of this initiative, celebrating Tonga’s cultural heritage by:
- Showcasing student performances in Tonga music, dance, and folklore
- Highlighting the richness and diversity of Tonga cultural traditions
- Promoting cultural exchange and intergenerational community participation
Some pictures and videos from the workshops
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