Get ready to turn up because the Chibuku Road to Fame 2025 National Finals is about to be an epic showdown! We’re talking about a whole quarter-century of discovering Zimbabwe’s next big stars. That’s right, 25 years strong!
It’s all going down on Saturday, October 4, 2025, at Gwanzura Stadium. The provincial competitions have been fire, and now we’re down to the best of the best. We’ve got eight provinces locked in, with Harare and Mashonaland Central still to crown their champs. In the end, ten groups will hit the stage, all vying for the top spot.
Who’s Bringing the Heat?
These crews have already earned their stripes and are coming to the finals to show out:
• Midlands: Core Vibes Afro fusion
• Mash West: All in One Afro fusion
• Mat North: Simuniziva Afro fusion
• Bulawayo: Dab band Afro fusion
• Mat South: Bolamba Culture Birds Traditional contemporary music
• Masvingo: Afro Pulse Afro fusion
• Manicaland: Mnenga Band Afro fusion
• Mash East: Jungle Foxes Sungura
The Prizes Are Insane!
The stakes are high, and the winners are walking away with some serious cash and a shot at the big time. Check out the prizes:
• 1st Place: $15,000 USD and a recording contract to drop some fire tracks!
• 2nd Place: $10,000 USD
• 3rd Place: $7,000 USD

This isn’t just a competition; it’s a whole vibe! The show kicks off at 10 AM and will run ’til late, featuring performances from the finalists and some of the country’s most legendary artists. You don’t want to miss this!
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