Keith Zenda – Flame of Eternity 
 
In Flame of Eternity, Keith Zenda draws on Shona and Ndebele traditions to explore the sacred covenant of marriage as a bond that transcends time. The candle’s flame becomes the central metaphor—radiating light, life, and ancestral blessing, while its melting wax reflects sacrifice, resilience, and the trials endured in unity. The two figures, partially illuminated by the glow, symbolize the vow to remain together through hardship and joy, embodying the permanence of kusungirwa (to be bound) in Shona culture. Within Ndebele traditions too, marriage is not just about two individuals but about weaving families and communities together in continuity. By calling this work Flame of Eternity, Zenda affirms that love, once sanctified, carries beyond physical existence, sustained by the eternal fire of spirit and ancestral presence. It is both a tribute to the endurance of vows and a poetic reminder that true union cannot be extinguished, even by death itself.

Flame of Eternity

In this powerful and symbolic painting, Keith Zenda depicts people collecting kernels from a giant cob of maize, a scene that speaks to both resilience and vulnerability. Maize, the staple food in Zimbabwe and across much of Africa, is not only nourishment but also a symbol of survival and community life. By enlarging the cob to monumental proportions, the artist highlights its central role in sustaining families, while the the people embody the future generation whose well-being depends on it. 
 
The work reflects the challenges faced by communities where access to food is uncertain and survival often requires immense effort. At the same time, the painting conveys hope — the idea that through shared responsibility, creativity, and empowerment, a better future can be built. Zenda’s art is both a tribute to resilience and a call for awareness, reminding us that the simplest resources, when valued and protected, can sustain life and dignity for all.

Goho - Harvest - Harare Zimbabwe

Breaking into Life is a powerful allegory of renewal and transformation. In this large oil painting, human figures burst forth from the remnants of a giant eggshell, their movements full of urgency, wonder, and celebration. The egg, a universal symbol of origin and possibility, lies cracked open on a barren landscape, suggesting the fragility of beginnings and the resilience of survival. The figures, painted in dynamic motion, embody humanity’s eternal cycle of struggle, liberation, and growth. Some stumble, others dance, and many reach outward, symbolizing the diverse ways people respond to new freedoms and challenges. The vast horizon behind them hints at infinite possibilities, reminding us that rebirth is not an end, but the start of uncharted journeys. This work captures both the vulnerability and the strength inherent in human existence—an artistic meditation on emergence, hope, and the unbreakable will to live.

Breaking into Life

In this evocative piece, Keith Zenda reimagines a large cooking pot traditionally used in Zimbabwe to prepare mealie meal, the staple food at the heart of many family gatherings. Now weathered and resting on its side, it stands under a vast, sun-warmed sky, surrounded by figures whose movements and postures suggest fatigue, waiting, and quiet endurance. Some lean against the vessel, others sit or walk in the distance, their forms softened by a hazy, golden light. The earthy tones and gentle gradations of color evoke the dry season, when resources are few but community ties endure. By pairing this familiar symbol of sustenance with scenes of measured stillness, Zenda reflects on resilience in times of shortage, the ability to adapt, and the deep connection between shared meals and cultural identity. Rather than focusing solely on hardship, the work invites contemplation on how Zimbabwean traditions carry hope and unity, even in life’s leaner seasons.

Nyika Yezvishoma – Land of Little

In Zimbabwean heritage, the rooster is more than a creature that crows at dawn. It is a messenger of time, a herald of new beginnings, and a symbol of masculine pride and authority. Its crow announces the break of night into day, linking it to cycles of life, vigilance, and the order of society. In many tales, the rooster embodies both power and warning—its voice commands attention, its presence asserts dominance. 
 
This painting dramatizes that symbolism: a colossal rooster chases grown men who scatter in fear, reversing ordinary roles. The exaggerated scale represents its elevated status in African culture—guardian of the homestead, keeper of order, and symbol of resilience. The men’s flight echoes society’s confrontation with forces greater than itself: tradition, authority, and nature’s undeniable voice. By magnifying the rooster, the artist reminds us of its revered place in Zimbabwean storytelling, where it stands as a timeless figure of respect, pride, and awakening.

Utongi WeJongwe - The Rooster’s Dominion

Keith Zenda's painting of Mbuya Nehanda is a powerful tribute to the legendary Zimbabwean spirit medium and resistance leader. She is depicted standing in traditional attire, calm and dignified, against a textured, brick-like background. The image radiates strength and resilience, symbolizing her role in the fight against colonial rule. Surrounding her are faded footprints, representing the journey, struggle, and legacy of those who fought for freedom. The soft lighting and warm hues evoke both reverence and memory. Zenda likely chose to portray Mbuya Nehanda to honor her enduring spirit and inspire reflection on Zimbabwe’s liberation history. The painting blends realism with symbolism, making history visible and emotionally resonant.

Mbuya Nehanda

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Echoes of Resiliance 
Gaze Through Time 
Silent Guardian 
Whispers of Strength 
 
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This evocative work by Keith Zenda speaks of intimacy, unity, and the shared rhythms of life. Against a glowing backdrop of warm light, two figures are intertwined in a moment that is both tender and symbolic. Their closed eyes suggest surrender and trust, while their embrace conveys the deep bond between individuals bound by love, family, or shared struggle. The calabash, a vessel of nourishment and tradition, sits at the heart of the composition, held together as if it contains not only sustenance but also memory and continuity. In Shona culture, the calabash is more than a container—it is a symbol of life, heritage, and community. Zenda’s fluid brushwork and use of contrasting shadows and light give the painting a spiritual resonance, where human connection merges with ancestral echoes. The figures appear to dissolve into one another, embodying a sense of completeness and the idea that survival and meaning are possible only through togetherness.

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Echoes of her Essence

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Hope in the Cracks

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Story of the Artwork – Rural Scene in Masvingo 
 
Kudakwashe Chuma’s Rural Scene in Masvingo bursts with life: children play by the river, women balance baskets with grace, traders fill the markets, and donkey carts weave through the dust roads. Every detail contributes to a grand panorama of rural Zimbabwe, celebrating community and the shared energy of daily life. 
 
What makes this vision even more remarkable is how, without outside influence, Chuma’s approach echoes traditions from across the world. His densely packed, colorful scenes resonate with the Swiss “mountain cow” style, where alpine villages, cattle, and chalets are painted in the same intricate, storytelling way. Yet Chuma had never seen these works — this was his own invention, rooted in Masvingo and the pulse of Zimbabwean life. 
 
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Rural Scene Masvingo

In Authentic Me, Maitanyasha Thadi, a young student artist, combines oil pastels, acrylics, artificial flowers, and string to create a powerful mixed-media statement. The portrait depicts a reflective figure holding a vibrantly painted African mask against their chest, symbolizing the search for truth and cultural identity. The mask, glowing with bold colors, contrasts with the simplicity of the white hoodie, bridging the modern self with ancestral heritage. The flowers and strings weave around the composition, suggesting growth, connection, and the delicate balance between tradition and individuality. This artwork is both deeply personal and universal—an exploration of embracing one’s roots while carving out an authentic path in today’s world.

Authentic Me

This striking painting, God’s Flower, was created by Ruvarashe Zhakata, a young student from Harare. The work radiates both beauty and spirituality, portraying a young woman illuminated by a glowing light, her face adorned with delicate blossoms. In Zimbabwe, faith and religion are deeply interwoven with daily life, guiding values, community, and identity. Flowers in this piece symbolize purity and divine creation, while the light she cradles suggests the presence of God’s guidance. Religion in Zimbabwe is not only practiced but lived—it is a source of strength, resilience, and unity, shaping cultural traditions and personal journeys alike. Through this artwork, Ruvarashe conveys the belief that faith is a light within, blossoming outward to give hope and beauty to the world.

God's Flower

This heartfelt portrait by a young student from Harare beautifully reflects the deep bond between mother and daughter. Surrounded by floral imagery, the figure conveys both strength and tenderness, qualities that are universally celebrated in mothers across all societies. The handwritten words, “If I had a flower for every time I think of you, I would walk in my garden forever,” serve as both tribute and testimony to maternal love. In African societies, where family and lineage form the foundation of community, the role of the mother carries even greater weight. She is nurturer, protector, teacher, and guide. For a daughter, the mother embodies resilience and identity, shaping her path with wisdom and care. This artwork honors that timeless relationship.

My mother is my flower

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In Nene from Zimbabwe, Takudzwa Mudhuvhiwa blends portraiture and symbolism to celebrate identity, beauty, and resilience. The grayscale rendering of the subject’s face contrasts with the vivid explosion of color in the background—lush tropical leaves and blossoming flowers that evoke Zimbabwe’s natural richness and cultural vibrancy. This interplay suggests that while the human figure carries history, memory, and struggle, the spirit is always surrounded by life, growth, and hope. The flowers, placed almost like a crown, emphasize femininity, grace, and strength, while the smiling expression radiates confidence and dignity. Through this work, Mudhuvhiwa honors not only an individual but also the wider essence of Zimbabwean womanhood and heritage.

Nene

Rose Among Roses by Sharon Gwena, a young Zimbabwean artist, radiates joy, self-expression, and blossoming identity. The painting features a vibrant portrait of a smiling young woman surrounded by roses of every color, symbolizing beauty, diversity, and resilience. The subject’s bright demeanor and confident pose echo the vitality of youth and the strength found in embracing one’s uniqueness. The roses are more than decorative—they represent the nurturing environment of family, community, and culture in which individuals bloom. By placing herself joyfully among the flowers, Sharon celebrates self-love and belonging, reminding us that every person, like a rose, has their own time to flourish and spread beauty in the world.

Rose among Roses

This evocative work by a student in Harare captures the delicate tension between innocence, reflection, and transformation. At the center sits a contemplative girl, her hands cradling her face in a gesture of quiet thoughtfulness. Surrounding her are vibrant lilies and the fiery wings of a bird in flight, symbols of growth, hope, and spiritual freedom. The contrast between her introspective expression and the lively natural elements hints at the inner struggles of youth—the longing to bloom and rise beyond present limitations. The party hat and cupcake at the foreground add a bittersweet undertone, suggesting a missed celebration or unspoken yearning. It is a heartfelt exploration of resilience, potential, and identity.

She never saw the Bloom

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Willard Mujuru's paintings presented at Harare 2025

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Florah Maphosa's paintings shown in Harare 2025

Name Plate Florah Maphosa

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Willard Magiga's Artowrks - Harare 2025

The African buffalo is not only muscle and horn — it is the pulse of the wild, the rhythm of survival that our ancestors honored in ochre and stone. In cave paintings, these creatures were painted as symbols of unity, resilience, and the sacred bond between people and nature. This canvas continues that ancient conversation, affirming that Africans were the first storytellers of conservation, using art as a covenant with the wild. The buffalo, eternal in spirit, reminds us that to protect the herd is to protect the heart of Africa itself.

The Buffalo (unfinished)

Elephants have always walked not only our lands, but also our spirits. In the ancestral caves of Africa, our forebears painted animals not as subjects to conquer, but as sacred kin — guardians of balance, wisdom, and survival. This work, in semi-abstract dialogue with those ancient marks, reaffirms what has always been true: Africans were the first artists, the first conservationists, and the first to understand that protecting wildlife is protecting ourselves. The elephant, timeless and eternal, reminds us that our story and their story are one.

The Elephant (The Big 5 Series)

The rhino is more than strength in flesh and horn — it is memory carved in spirit. Long before borders and battles, our ancestors painted such creatures on cave walls, not as trophies, but as sacred emblems of endurance, fertility, and balance. This work echoes that ancient vision, reminding us that Africans were the first to honor wildlife through art, and the first to guard them through reverence. In every brushstroke lives an ancestral vow: to protect what is rare, to conserve what is sacred, and to walk with the rhino as kin across time.

The Rhino (The Big 5 Series)

The leopard, silent and elusive, has always been more than a hunter in the shadows — it is a spirit of patience, intuition, and grace. Our ancestors inscribed its likeness in caves and on stone, not as a conquest, but as reverence for its power to teach balance between stealth and strength. This artwork continues that lineage, affirming that Africans were the first to weave wildlife into art and the first to guard them through sacred respect. The leopard, eternal in its mystery, reminds us that in every hidden pawprint lies an ancestral call to protect what is rare and irreplaceable.

The Leopard (The Big 5 Series)

The lion, crowned in mane and majesty, has long been more than a symbol of power — it is the heartbeat of leadership, courage, and guardianship in our ancestral memory. On cave walls, our forebears painted lions not as trophies, but as sacred emblems of protection and spirit. This canvas roars in that same tradition, reminding the world that Africans were the first artists, the first storytellers of conservation, and the first to understand that the fate of the wild is bound to our own. The lion, eternal king of the savannah, carries an ancestral decree: to lead, to protect, and to ensure the wild forever endures.

The Lion (The Big 5 Series)

A great Vernissage was held at Art84, 84 Pendenis Road, Mount Pleasant, Harare on 12 September 2025, marking a vibrant celebration of Zimbabwean creativity and cultural heritage. Guests were welcomed into an inspiring space where every detail reflected the spirit of the artists and their work. All paintings are presented as they appeared on the gallery walls, with framed works shown in similar frames to preserve the exhibition’s atmosphere. The evening was further enriched by delicious food and drinks provided by Tastee Bites, creating a warm and festive ambiance. It turned out to be an evening to remember, filled with art, dialogue, and community spirit. This Vernissage set a high standard and anticipation is already building for the next Vernissage in September 2026, which promises to be another outstanding celebration of creativity and culture.

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2nd Annual Vernissage Harare