HARARE will usher in 2026 with a resounding sound of praise as A Night of Thanksgiving (ANOT) returns to the Harare International Conference Centre tomorrow, 2026 featuring Nigerian gospel powerhouse Ada Ehi and South African worship leader Xolly Mncwango.
Event convener Thandi Zikode Nyoni (TZN) said the sixth edition of ANOT was birthed out of a burden to cultivate gratitude and, therefore, positioning thanksgiving as the spiritual gateway to a year of divine overflow.
“ANOT features international gospel music giants like Ada Ehi from Nigeria and Xolly Mncwango from South Africa,” she said.
“In addition to that, renowned and award-winning artistes like Janet Manyowa, Pastor Ellard and Sharon Cherai, Unveiled, The Charambas, Oncemore Six, Blessing Jedutham, Joyful Praise, Everton Mlalazi, Fig Worship Culture and plenty others will minister through music for a blessed year 2026.”
The theme for 2026 is Overflow, inspired by Colossians 2:7: “Rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught and overflowing with thankfulness.”
In the context of gospel music, “Overflow” becomes a profound declaration of grace and spiritual abundance that carries us into the coming year.
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Nyoni pointed to a strong corporate family led by EcoBank, alongside InnBucks, Edgars, iHelp, Ticketbox, Rainbow Tourism Group, Events Archery, Gateway Stream Media, Hyundai, Creative Bureau, Jacaranda Cultural and Music Festival, Habile Cleaning Services, Econet Zimbabwe, Mvoorah, Lighthouse, ZiFM Stereo, The Eyeroom, South African Airways and Chicken Inn, whose collective investment turns vision into worshipful excellence.
She accepted as true that programming intentionally embraces denominational diversity, offering everything from sungura praise to contemporary worship, while ANOT Extended invites devoted seekers into deeper, lingering moments of encounter.
“Tickets are accessible at Chicken Inn outlets, MedOrange Pharmacies, WordWide Bookstores and online via Ticketbox, with Standard, VIP and Golden Circle packages designed to welcome every worshipper from US$20 to US$100.
“The iconic, centrally located HICC provides world-class technical infrastructure, safety and comfort, making it a natural altar for a national thanksgiving on New Year’s Day.
“Our campaign blends traditional media with strong digital storytelling, inviting testimonies through #MyANOTStory and positioning people themselves as living billboards of gratitude.”
ND: Are there any social media contests or giveaways that add excitement to the ANOT experience?
TZN: An iPad giveaway courtesy of iHelp rewards shared testimonies on the night, turning celebration into tangible blessing for one faithful participant.
ND: How does ANOT contribute to the growth and development of gospel music in Zimbabwe?
TZN: By hosting international ministers alongside local voices, ANOT affirms Zimbabwean gospel music as globally relevant while inspiring excellence, collaboration and spiritual overflow.
ND: Are there charitable initiatives linked to ANOT and how can worshippers participate beyond the music?
TZN: Through initiatives like the ANOT Clean Up Campaign and future outreach programmes, the movement extends thanksgiving into service, reflecting faith expressed through action.
ND: Your parting note!
TZN: “Come early, come grateful, and step into Overflow as we welcome 2026 together at ANOT family.”