International gospel artistes Naomi Raine, Todd Galberth and Phil Thompson delivered electrifying performances at the Everywhere Tour held at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) last Friday, where hundreds of gospel music lovers gathered for a night of worship and praise.
The concert, hosted by South African actress and media personality Rorisang Thandekiso, featured a strong line-up of both international and local gospel artistes.
The evening opened with a sublime performance by Cleo Arie, who set the tone for the night with a soulful worship session that quickly drew the audience into the spirit of the event.
She was followed by award-winning gospel ensemble The Unveiled, who thrilled the crowd with some of their popular songs including Dururai Mweya Mutsvene and Zvichaita Chete, prompting fans to sing along and dance in celebration.
The stage was then taken over by the Cherayi couple — Sharon Cherayi and Ellard Cherayi. Sharon performed first before Ellard later made his appearance, delivering a heartfelt worship set that resonated with many in the audience.
Award-winning gospel musician Janet Manyowa was the final act among the local performers and, true to her reputation; she delivered an energetic performance that kept the crowd on their feet.
The concert also featured special guest celebrated American gospel singer, songwriter, and worship leader Phil Thompson, whose presence added an international touch to the worship gathering.
The night reached its climax when Raine and Galberth took to the stage, delivering powerful worship songs that captivated the audience and filled the auditorium with praise.
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Many attendees described the concert as a deeply spiritual experience.
One worshipper, Tariro Muchengeti from Chitungwiza, said the event strengthened her faith.
“When Naomi Raine started singing, I felt the presence of God in the room. It was more than just music; it was ministry,” she said.
Another attendee, Tinashe Dube from Borrowdale, said the performances left him inspired.
“Hearing Todd Galberth perform live was a dream come true. The worship atmosphere was incredible and it reminded me that God is everywhere,” he said.
For Nyasha Moyo of Highlands, the performances by local artistes were equally inspiring.
“Seeing our own artistes like Janet Manyowa and The Unveiled sharing the stage with international stars shows how far Zimbabwean gospel music has grown,” she said.
The Everywhere Tour attracted gospel music lovers from across Zimbabwe, showcasing the country’s vibrant gospel music scene while creating a platform where international and local artistes shared the stage in celebration of faith, music and testimony.
The tour which kicked off early this month will also feature performances by the duo in Rwanda, Uganda, Zambia and South Africa.
Beyond Africa, the Everywhere Tour will also happen in Manchester and London in England, Amsterdam in Netherlands as well as Perth and Melbourne in Australia.
