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Childline Christmas newsletter June - Dec 2011
Childline - Zimbabwe
January 10, 2012

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Thamsanqa Moyo, Childline's new Ambassador

On Wednesday the 30th November, 13 year old Thamsanqa Moyo was inaugurated as Childline Zimbabwe's Child Ambassador. At the same time she launched her incredible debut album 'Celebrate Yo Lyf'. The event was hosted by Westridge High School, who have supported Childline over the years. Childline National Director, Mrs Justine Passaportis delivered a speech, formally announcing Thamsanqa as Childline's new Ambassador.

The Minister of Media, Information and Publicity, Honourable Webster Shamuyarira was represented by Mr Alexio Kazingizi from the Press Department within the Ministry. In his speech he said that "in celebrating achievements, societal expectations should also be acknowledged. Those holding brands or positions should live up to the qualities expected of them. Some of the qualities are work productivity, moral standing, stature and originality. In these, Thamsanqa Moyo has shown the capacity to embrace them".

Thamsanqa, fondly referred to as "Tammy", has participated at some major events like the NAMA Awards and has even sang at the Madison Square in New York. Today Thamsanqa is the voice representing children through her role as Childline Ambassador. She even has written a song on the 'Cry For Help' asking fellow children to call Freephone 116 for help.

It was a celebration of a remarkable life of an upcoming musician to take the Zimbabwe music industry by storm. The event included a dance party involving a superb performance by Tammy. Musicians Alexio Kawara, Stunner and Baba Shupi complemented the occasion. Mr Kalan her junior school headmaster had the final bid in the auction for the first sale of Tammy's 'Celebrate Yo Lyf' album which fetched a price of $100. It will be historically placed in the Lusitania Primary School music hall. Westridge High School promised to play their part in helping her achieve her goals.

Tammy has been described as a polite, well mannered pupil who is consistently positive towards her school work. Tammy's mum Doris Moyo and her grandfather Mr Makwara must be commended for nurturing Tammy and also Richard Kohola, the manager, for nurturing her musical talent.

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