Marondera braces for five-star feast as Dungwiza Trailblazers Awards head east

‘The event has positioned itself as the province’s premier networking hub, where grassroots heroes rub shoulders with the elite, and business deals are sealed over champagne’

MARONDERA – Mashonaland East is set to ignite into a beacon of light, fashion, and triumph as the second edition of the Dungwiza Community Trailblazers Awards (DCTA) descends upon the Hope Fay Hotel and Conference Centre on Friday, 29 May 2026.

Forget the stiff formality of standard ceremonies. The DCTA is designed as a celebration where the grit of the streets meets the glamour of provincial success.

This is where Chitungwiza’s celebrated artists and sporting legends clink glasses with the agricultural and mining titans of Marondera.

According to the organisers, Perfection Media Pvt Ltd, the awards are a “strategic corridor” of excellence, a rare moment where the region’s most brilliant minds gather under one roof to rewrite the provincial narrative.

At the heart of this cultural movement is Albert Masaka, the visionary CEO whose passion for unearthing local heroes has become a national phenomenon. For Masaka, the 2026 edition is about more than just trophies; it is a regional revolution.

“This night is the ultimate stage for both the visible and invisible giants who carry our communities on their backs,” he said.

“By bringing the DCTA to Marondera, we are not just moving locations—we are expanding a legacy. We are proving that whether you are a tech-preneur in Chitungwiza or a visionary farmer in Mutoko, your brilliance deserves a standing ovation.”

The event has positioned itself as the province’s premier networking hub, where grassroots heroes rub shoulders with the elite, and business deals are sealed over champagne.

Masaka challenged residents and organisations in Chitungwiza and Mashonaland East to be part of the live experience rather than watching from the sidelines.

“Don’t wait for the highlights reel to trend on social media; be the highlight yourself,” he urged. “The road to excellence leads to Marondera this May. Will you be in the room when the trailblazers take flight?”

The evening’s entertainment is set to be a masterclass in local talent, aimed at bridging the gap between legendary heritage and modern urban fire.

However, the true soul of the night remains those breathtaking moments when a community leader, after decades of working in the shadows, finally walks into the spotlight to a deafening roar of approval.

From high-stakes Innovation and Tech awards to the prestigious Chairman’s Award for Lifetime Service, the emotional stakes are unparalleled.

“You won’t just be a spectator; you’ll be part of a collective surge of pride that can be felt in your very bones,” Masaka added.

“You cannot afford to miss this. When that curtain goes up on May 29, the energy will be transformative.”

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