Chief Dakamela Takes Zimbabwe Heritage Mission To China

By Monalisa Ntibane | 10 September 2026

Chief Dakamela is in Beijing, China, attending a two-week seminar on the conservation and inheritance of cultural heritage among Belt and Road countries.

The programme, hosted by the China Academy of Cultural Heritage, has brought together 30 representatives from different countries and includes lessons and visits to sites such as the Great Wall and Palace Museum.

Chief Dakamela stated that the engagement is aimed at gaining practical knowledge on protecting and promoting cultural heritage while exploring ways of turning heritage assets into sustainable industries.

He highlighted that the programme also provides an opportunity to showcase Zimbabwean culture internationally while creating greater awareness of the country’s cultural heritage.

Chief Dakamela said the exchange could strengthen cultural diplomacy and open new opportunities for preserving cultural identity, creating livelihoods and supporting economic development in Dakamela, Matabeleland and Zimbabwe.