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Amaqaqa blends imbube tradition with spiritual message
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A rising Bulawayo-based music group, Amaqaqa, is gaining attention for its fusion of traditional Imbube sounds, gospel themes, and love songs, as it prepares to launch its fifth album.
Founded in 2018 by Khulekani Sibanda (also known as Khabo), the group says its mission is rooted in promoting African identity, unity, and spiritual reflection through music. The name Amaqaqa, which translates to "a group of people climbing a big mountain," reflects their ambition to grow and reach wider audiences.
Lead singer and songwriter Khulekani Mnkandla said the group draws inspiration from cultural heritage and traditional Imbube influences, including early exposure to established choral and vocal ensembles in rural Zimbabwe. He said the group's identity is grounded in both cultural pride and spiritual expression.
Amaqaqa has grown into a nine-member ensemble, with each artist contributing personal experiences and musical influences. The group describes its sound as a blend of traditional, gospel, and contemporary love songs designed to appeal across different audiences.
They have also collaborated with well-known artists such as Baba Harare and Mann Friday, helping expand their reach within Zimbabwe's music scene.
The group is set to launch its fifth album, titled Inkemba (The Sword), on May 31. The project is described as spiritually themed, focusing on messages around faith and the second coming of Christ.
The band says its goal remains consistent: to produce uplifting music that connects people across cultural and generational divides while staying rooted in African tradition.
Founded in 2018 by Khulekani Sibanda (also known as Khabo), the group says its mission is rooted in promoting African identity, unity, and spiritual reflection through music. The name Amaqaqa, which translates to "a group of people climbing a big mountain," reflects their ambition to grow and reach wider audiences.
Lead singer and songwriter Khulekani Mnkandla said the group draws inspiration from cultural heritage and traditional Imbube influences, including early exposure to established choral and vocal ensembles in rural Zimbabwe. He said the group's identity is grounded in both cultural pride and spiritual expression.
Amaqaqa has grown into a nine-member ensemble, with each artist contributing personal experiences and musical influences. The group describes its sound as a blend of traditional, gospel, and contemporary love songs designed to appeal across different audiences.
They have also collaborated with well-known artists such as Baba Harare and Mann Friday, helping expand their reach within Zimbabwe's music scene.
The group is set to launch its fifth album, titled Inkemba (The Sword), on May 31. The project is described as spiritually themed, focusing on messages around faith and the second coming of Christ.
The band says its goal remains consistent: to produce uplifting music that connects people across cultural and generational divides while staying rooted in African tradition.
Source - kasimagazine
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