Zululand Observer - Weekender

035 Awards to recognise local stars

- Wellington Makwakwa

Individual­s making waves across the Zululand region will be recognised during the 2nd annual 035 Awards at Empangeni Civic Centre on Saturday, 1 December.

The community initiative is headed by homegrown dancer, entertaine­r and founder Jonty Stander of SA’s Got Talent fame with the aim of acknowledg­ing local stars.

‘After the first awards last year, we saw the impact they have in the region and wanted to continue recognisin­g our local talented people.

‘The idea came because I could see lack of recognitio­n for my fellow entertaine­rs who are hustling to get to the top. This region has too much talent which stayed unrecognis­ed, so these awards serve as a platform to showcase that we can compete with the best in the country.

‘For years, regional artists have voiced their dissatisfa­ction for not having any recognitio­n or platforms to showcase their craft,’ said Jonty.

Since the news of the awards, social media has been buzzing from Zululander­s who believe the awards bring positive impact to the region.

The event will also feature local beauties who will be gunning for the Miss 035 beauty title.

The show will include live performanc­es by Jonty Stander, Noid Supremo, Young Scar, Kris Karma, Diba Shortsteig­er, Hurricanez and a huge line-up of local artists.

It will also feature a fashion show from various designers such as RudegangSA, RARE, Pure Race, Headline, El Dambie, Gotta be rich, Triple C and many more.

The awards will begin at 2pm.

For more informatio­n or seat bookings contact Jonty on 081 7943939 or 035@cityawards.co.za or visit the website www. cityawards.co.za

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Homegrown dancer, entertaine­r and founder Jonty Stander of SA’s Got Talent fame

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