By A Correspondent
An 11-year-old dancer from Zvimba, Dean Chirume, is capturing hearts in Mashonaland West with her impressive choreography and infectious enthusiasm. A Grade Five student at Mareverwa Primary School, Chirume has quickly become a local sensation, known for her energetic and well-executed dance routines.
Despite her rising fame, Dean remains humble and approachable, always flashing a warm smile when fans and reporters approach her.
In an exclusive interview with The Herald at her school, Dean opened up about her dance journey, revealing that her passion for movement began at a very young age.
“I started dancing when I was just three years old. At that time, I didn’t really understand what I was doing—I just loved moving to any sound I heard,” she shared. “It wasn’t about following a rhythm or tune at first; I just felt the urge to dance.”
Dean’s dancing style is heavily influenced by South African music sensation Makhadzi, whom she describes as her biggest inspiration. “I really love Makhadzi. She’s an amazing dancer, and her energy is incredible. When she dances, she makes it clear that she is proud of being African, and that’s something I admire. One day, I want to dance just like her,” Dean said with excitement, her face lighting up as she spoke about her role model.
Beyond her dancing skills, Dean has also shown remarkable public speaking abilities. “I enjoy speaking in front of people, and if I keep working on it, I believe I could become one of Africa’s greatest public speakers,” she said with confidence.
Dean credits much of her progress to the support she receives from her teachers. “My teachers have been so encouraging. They remind me that dancing is not hard if you listen carefully and follow the steps. It’s really fun, especially when I’m with my team. We help each other, and when someone forgets a move, we all work together to fix it,” she said.
With her contagious enthusiasm and impressive talent, Dean Chirume is not just a rising star in her community, but also a young performer with big dreams on the horizon. “I know that one day, I’ll be able to dance on the same stage as Makhadzi. That’s my goal!” she declared, her determination shining through.