Zimbabwe: Tuku Protégé in Canada Breakthrough . . . Remains Deeply Connected to Zim

Settling in the Diaspora and achieving international recognition is a dream for many local artists.

It requires hard work, professionalism and authenticity to succeed globally.

Research has shown that talent alone is not enough; originality and focus are key for Zimbabwean creatives making it overseas.

One notable artist is Munyaradzi Mataruse, a product of Pakare Paye Arts Centre and a protégé of the late Oliver “Tuku” Mtukudzi.

After leaving Zimbabwe eight years ago, Munya has established…