Spirit of Praise Conquers Bulawayo: 5,000 Fans, One Holy Night
Written By:
Oudney Patsika,
the Chief Editor at
Sona Headlines
Master Steward at
Leaders Mandate AND
Custodian of Vocation at
Pastors ToolBox
It was a night of divine worship and musical excellence as 5,000 gospel music fans packed the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre (ZIEC). Spirit of Praise (SOP) made their triumphant return to Bulawayo for the Volume 11 Project Launch, delivering a sold-out performance that exceeded all expectations.
The Atmosphere
This marked SOP’s second appearance in the city following a successful visit last year. The group attracted an even bigger audience this time around, eager to witness the live rendition of the Spirit of Praise Volume 11 project.
The event kicked off at 6 PM with the charismatic Mbo Mahocs serving as Master of Ceremonies. She effectively engaged the crowd, setting the stage for local heavyweights:
- Vocal Ex: Received massive acclaim for their popular covers.
- Vocal Base
- Dunamis Men
The Main Event
At 7:30 PM, the ensemble took the stage. Here is how the night unfolded.
Sindi Ntombela opened the set with powerful ministry, performing the beloved anthem "Let Your Living Waters Flow"—a moment that resonated deeply with the audience.
Xola Toto, recognized for her impressive vocal control, showcased her new song "Speak Lord," garnering admiration from the crowd.
Zaza Mokhethi: Evoked nostalgia with "Namhla Nkosi," connecting the audience to SOP’s roots.
Mpumi Mtsweni: Brought the house down with her signature song "Nangu Mthokozisi," an undisputed fan favorite.
Pastor Mthunzi Namba: The guest of honor led the crowd in a belt-out session of "Sweet Jesus," elevating the worship spirit.
Lufuno Dagada delighted the audience with songs in Venda and Shona, demonstrating the group’s commitment to cultural inclusivity. Heavyweights Ayanda Ntanzi and Dumi Mkokstad also delivered standout performances that anchored the night.
Homegrown Excellence
EVERTON MLALAZI
Zim Gospel Star
Performed: "Ndinomira Pa Jordani" & "Ekhaya"
CANAAN NYATHI
SOP Veteran
Key Collaboration
Mlalazi brought magic to the show with a rendition of "Ndinomira Pa Jordani" sung partly in Ndebele and Shona, followed by the hit "Ekhaya."
"Transformative Experience"
"Being part of Spirit of Praise has been nothing short of transformative. I’ve witnessed immense spiritual, musical, and personal growth. SOP is a family that values excellence, unity, and the pursuit of God’s presence... It’s also an honour that we came back to my home town and we delivered a great performance."
— Everton Mlalazi
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