Selmor to Headline Mtukudzi Arts Festival After Public Outcry
Selmor to Headline Mtukudzi Arts Festival After Public Outcry
Selmor Mtukudzi is finally been included in the line up for the inaugural Oliver Mtukudzi International Arts Festival. She had been left out sparking an outcry.
A family friend, Josh Hozheri, mediated between Selmor and Tuku Music representatives and other partners.
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“I sat down Selmor, festival director Samantha (Mtukudzi), and partners Marcus Gora and Diva Mwale to iron out the issue. After receiving a phone call from Diva Mwale yesterday (Tuesday) I intervened basically for two reasons; my own relationship with Tuku and I am happy to see his legacy being promoted and celebrated in the right manner.”
Selmor to Headline Mtukudzi Arts Festival After Public Outcry
He added that the decision had been made after social media comments: “Another reason is that music is for the people. You can’t take or do a production with a divided audience. After seeing the comments on social media, the people had spoken. Selmor has agreed to come and perform, which is good for the protection of Tuku’s brand.”
Selmour herself posted on her X (formerly Twitter) handle thanking Oliver Mtukudzi's music fans for standing by her. She posted:
“To all who spoke up 4 me, you have been amazing. I'm humbled by the love you have for my father which has extended over to me. I will not take it for granted. For that reason & in honour of my father's legacy, I will be coming to Pakare Paya. Let's do this right. I love you all❤️”
