By Pemphero Mpho Musowa
The UK government says it will promote female artists and creative exchanges between UK and Malawi after being unveiled as the main sponsor for Lake of Stars (LOS).
British High Commissioner Ms Fiona Ritchie expressed “delight” to sponsor Lake of Stars Festival as it gears to celebrate its 20th anniversary starting Friday.
The festivities return after a three-year break at Fish Eagle Bay in Nkhotakota.
Ms Ritchie said: “We have partnered with Lake of Stars Festival because we believe that the festival is a huge boost to Malawi’s tourism and fits nicely with Malawi Government’s ATM (Agriculture, Tourism, Mining) Strategy.”
She emphasised: “The UK will continue to support cultural and creative sectors as one way of propelling Malawi’s economic development.”
She pointed the UK believes the festival is a huge boost to Malawi’s tourism and fits well with the ATM (Agriculture, Tourism and Mining) strategy.
Lake of Stars Festival is being run under new management of Dusty Orange Production led by director Sharmila Elias.
Head of Partnerships at Lake of Stars Zilanie Gondwe said they expect an epic weekend: “Lake of Stars is more than a festival. It is a place to discover talent, support local businesses, inspire communities and make lasting connections.”
Three acts: Rachael Dadd, Sisanda & RU and K.O.G from United Kingdom, will perform at the festival sharing the stage with among others, South Africa’s Sho Madjozi and local acts Zeze Kingston and Temwah.
Lake of Stars Festival was founded by Will Jameson in 2004.
