Keeping Traditions Alive One Beat at a Time: With Khangelani Mhlanga, Founder of Project Imbizo

Khangelani is a recent Biology graduate from Ithaca College with a passion for veterinary medicine, public health, and the preservation of Zimbabwean cultures. In this episode, she shares her dedication to preserving Zimbabwean traditions through her initiative, Project Imbizo. Through our conversation, we discuss the challenges Khangelani faced while learning to play the mbira (musical instrument) amid religious and colonial pressures, and her fight against modernity's impact on cultural heritage. Learn about the meaning of indigeneity in post-colonial Zimbabwe, the importance of preserving traditional dances, and the dangers of online misinformation. Khangelani shares many intriguing stories and her heartfelt gratitude for those who keep cultural traditions alive. This dialogue is a testament to the resilience and passion required to protect and celebrate one's cultural roots.