Lowveld Media Trust

A media development organisation working to promote equal access to information, freedom of expression and digital participation.

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

We are attending the ZACRAS Community Broadcasting Symposium happening now in Harare. Information secretary @nickmangwana says community radio stations are very instrumental in promoting community development. He adds that the gvt is open for partnerships with community radios.

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

Opportunity for journalists and media professionals to participate in the Lowveld as Hippo Valley Estates celebrates its 70th anniversary. Professionals in radio, print, television & digital media are encouraged to participate. Deadline: 22 May 2026. See flier for more details.

[Culture Fund @culturefundzim]

We celebrate 92 bold creative projects that were awarded funding under CreativeACTIONs 2, a unique partnership with @euinzim 🇪🇺. Exciting life changing opportunities were generated for youth, women and persons with disabilities across Zim🇿🇼. @HagemannKatrin

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

Congratulations to Avuxeni FM for winning 3 awards from the inaugural ZACRAS Community Radio Awards held in Bulawayo. The station won the following categories:
1. Community Radio Station of the Year
2. Environmental Reporting Award
3. Gender Equality Award
Congratulations!

[EU Delegation to Zimbabwe 🇪🇺 @euinzim]

Congratulations @mediatrustzw on a successful documentary series of culture in the Lowveld of Zimbabwe🇿🇼!
This project was supported by @euinzim🇪🇺🇿🇼 #CreativeActions2 project in collaboration with @culturefundzim!

Visit their youtube page to catch previous episodes!
#EuinZim🇪🇺🇿🇼

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

We proudly present the 13th & final episode of the first season of our documentary series. This episode focuses mainly on the effects of globalisation on this culture in the Lowveld of Zimbabwe. Supported by the @euinzim & @culturefundzim.
#Culture @UNESCO https://t.co/T2WxzlwwSW

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

This is the penultimate episode which focuses on food. Learn more about how food was prepared in the Tsonga society. They also practised dowsing to search for underground water. Produced in partnership with @culturefundzim & @euinzim.
#Culture @UNESCO
https://t.co/qLvGEZpWti

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

This episode focuses on storytelling, which played a key role in preserving history, customs & traditions of the Tsonga people. Folktales known as Tikarengano were very common. Produced in partnership with @culturefundzim supported by @euinzim.
https://t.co/rmnFUn7JWl

[EU Delegation to Zimbabwe 🇪🇺 @euinzim]

This episode features renowned Zimbabwean artist @LinBarrie, who highlights the importance of valuing our incredible local art here at home — not only when it is showcased and celebrated abroad.

Through her latest exhibition, “Caged Culture,” she underscores the power of culture and encourages Lowveld communities to continue sharing and preserving their unique identities.

This story is part of the CreativeACTIONs project — funded by the 🇪🇺EU and implemented by @mediatrustzw in partnership with @culturefundzim — which shines a light on the creative strength of Zimbabwe’s communities.

In this episode, we focus on art & craft, with #Tsonga traditions such as basket weaving, beadwork and pottery taking centre stage as expressions of heritage and resilience.

Proud to support initiatives that honour and uplift Zimbabwe’s rich cultural diversity. 🇪🇺🇿🇼

#EUinZim🇪🇺🇿🇼 #Silani #Tinemi #EUWithYou

[EU Delegation to Zimbabwe 🇪🇺 @euinzim]

For the 🇪🇺EU, culture is more than art — it tells our stories, shapes our identities, and is a driver of inclusion, freedom of expression and sustainable growth. Around the world, creative industries are powerful engines of opportunity, employing millions — especially women and young people.

In appreciating and funding the work of diverse cultural operators in 🇿🇼, yesterday @euinzim🇪🇺🇿🇼 — represented by Anna Cichocka (Head of Cooperation), Maria Horno Comet (Head of Governance) and Francisca Midzi (Project Manager)— engaged with some #CreativeACTIONs2 beneficiaries and the @culturefundzim team.

Through this partnership, the EU is proud to support Zimbabwean artists and cultural practitioners who are using creativity to strengthen communities, build livelihoods, and tell Zimbabwe’s stories — locally and globally.

#Silani #Tinemi #EUWithYou🇪🇺🇿🇼

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

In this episode, we are focusing on gender roles & perspectives in the Tsonga society. Men were generally superior & were the heads of families. Women are now empowered through education etc. Produced in partnership with @euinzim & @culturefundzim.
https://t.co/0bKlJngtJn

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

Music & dance play an important role in society as a means of communication. These two emerged together & were used by early humans for communication. We are focusing on music & dance in this episode, supported by @euinzim & @culturefundzim. @UNESCO https://t.co/vxvLwngo48

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

In this episode, we are focusing on the dress and adornment of the Tsonga people. They are well known for their Xibelani attire, beaded bracelets etc. Produced in partnership with @culturefundzim supported by @euinzim. @UNESCO
#Culture
#CreativeACTIONs
https://t.co/4kiOGfYgr2

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

In this episode, we are focusing on art & craft. The Tsonga art was characterised by traditional forms like basket weaving, beadwork & pottery. In partnership with @culturefundzim supported by @euinzim https://t.co/CjPmaAgAuG

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

Watch the 6th episode & learn more about the traditions of Hoko/ Ngoma for boys, and Tikhomba for girls. This is the pride of the Tsonga/ Shangani people. Produced in partnership with @culturefun & @euinzim. https://t.co/6y4YZBY9t1

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

In case you missed the 4th episode of the Exploration of Shangani Culture where we discussed social systems & kinship structures of the Tsonga/ Shangani people. Please click the link below to watch. Produced in partnership with Culture Fund & @euinzim https://t.co/yJFLVvN5iR

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

Agriculture has been the main source of income for the Tsonga people over the years. Crop production and animal husbandry were very common. In this episode, we are focusing on the economy and livelihoods of this group. @euinzim @culturefundzim
https://t.co/yNlub7ipr5

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

The 2nd episode of the 'Exploration of Shangani Culture' documentary series, focuses on the spiritual beliefs & practices of the Tsonga people in the Lowveld of Zimbabwe. Learn more about their Kelekele tradition & other rituals.
@euinzim @culturefundzim
https://t.co/SrdoJvqgyB

[Culture Fund @culturefundzim]

A morning read! Documentary series explores Shangani/Tsonga culture - herald. The initiative was supported by ⁦@culturefundzim⁩ funded by ⁦@euinzim⁩ https://t.co/do6mAI5cnk

[EU Delegation to Zimbabwe 🇪🇺 @euinzim]

🎬 Exploration of Shangani Culture

The @mediatrustzw has launched a groundbreaking 13-part documentary series — the first of its kind in the Lowveld — dedicated to celebrating the heritage of the Shangani/Tsonga cultural group.

Supported through the #EU🇪🇺-funded #CreativeACTIONs2 programme, implemented by @culturefundzim , the series explores the history, traditions and identity of the Shangani/Tsonga people in Chiredzi, Mwenezi & Mahenye, while promoting cultural preservation, diversity & tourism.

📺 The first episode, focused on the history and background, is now available here 👉 https://t.co/EKtAGXpyqj

#EUinZim #Silani #Tinemi #EUWithYou🇪🇺🇿🇼

[Lowveld Media Trust @mediatrustzw]

We are producing the 'Exploration of Shangani Culture', a 13-episode documentary series which focuses on the Tsonga/ Shangani culture in the lowveld. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more. In partnership with @culturefundzim supported by @euinzim.
https://t.co/Vt2pcfvBto