Bulawayo, Zimbabwe – Day four of TEXPO25 will shine a spotlight on the evolving relationship between creativity and technology with a keynote address titled “The Future of Work – Where Technology Intersects with the Creative.” The address will be delivered by Chipo Kanyumbu, Head of Arts at the British Council Zimbabwe, a seasoned arts practitioner with nearly two decades of experience in the creative sector.

Kanyumbu, who holds a Master’s in Business Administration and a background in Library and Information Science, has worked with global and regional institutions including the BBC, Old Mutual, and the Zimbabwean government, curating impactful programs such as the Venice Biennale Zimbabwe Pavilion and Creative Economy Week. Her keynote will examine how digital transformation is reshaping opportunities in the creative industry, while offering critical reflections on sustainable growth, innovation, and cultural influence.

The keynote will be followed by a thought-provoking panel discussion titled “Where Technology Intersects with the Creative: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities.” Moderated by award-winning ICT leader and digital consultant Victoria Nxumalo, the discussion will explore how digital tools are shaping the creative economy in Zimbabwe and beyond. Nxumalo, recognised as a U.S. Department of State IVLP Impact Award winner and Megafest Southern Region Female Executive of the Year, will lead the dialogue around how creatives can navigate the digital space with innovation and sustainability in mind.

The panel will bring together leading voices from Zimbabwe’s creative sector. Ronald Moyo, the Arts Projects Coordinator for British Council Zimbabwe, brings his experience in arts administration and communications. With over a decade of experience and a background in journalism and monitoring and evaluation, Moyo has been instrumental in building creative hubs and global connections for Zimbabwean artists. He will speak on the importance of cultural entrepreneurship and programming that opens doors for emerging talent.

Also joining the panel is Keith Kuhudzai, managing director and co-founder of Kay Media Africa, a multi-platform creative agency behind initiatives like Comexposed and Scripts & Bars. With more than 18 years in the industry, Kuhudzai’s work spans music, publishing, events, and digital innovation. He will share insights on cultivating ecosystems that support creative startups and artistic collaborations.

Adding a strong voice from the theatre world is Chipo Chikara-Nyoni, an actress and educator trained at the Dell’Arte International School of Physical Theatre. Known for her roles in productions like Eclipsed, The Memory of Water, and Haywire, she will speak about how performance arts are evolving in the digital era and how creative education can empower young people.

Actor and director Tafadzwa Bob Mutumbi, founder of the Chenura Trust, will also be featured in the panel. With a portfolio that includes roles in The Convert and The Gospel of Othello, as well as directorial credits for innovative adaptations of Shakespeare and other works, Mutumbi will share his vision for how theatre can harness technology to expand reach and impact.

Day four of TEXPO25 is poised to ignite new conversations on the future of work in Africa’s creative industries. From the stage to the screen, from digital platforms to grassroots storytelling, the day will highlight the transformative power of merging tradition with technology—showcasing Zimbabwean creatives as innovators in a rapidly changing world.