HARARE, 30 OCTOBER 2023 – The organizers of the Zimbabwe Annual Film and Television Awards (ZAFTAs) hereby inform the public that Squad Games, which was initially nominated under the Outstanding Reality Competition Television Show category, has been withdrawn from the competition. This decision was made by the producers of Squad Games, who cited Intellectual Property rights as the reason behind their withdrawal.
We deeply regret any inconvenience caused by this unexpected development and apologize to all the individuals and organizations involved. The ZAFTAs is committed to upholding the highest standards of fairness, transparency, and respect for intellectual property rights in the entertainment industry. Although we understand the disappointment this may cause to Squad Games’ fans and supporters, we must prioritize the protection of intellectual property and adhere to the decisions made by the producers.
As the organizers of the ZAFTAs, we remain steadfast in our commitment to honoring and celebrating the creative excellence of deserving Zimbabweans everywhere. We believe that the Awards provide a platform to recognize and showcase the exceptional talent and achievements within the Zimbabwean film and television industry.
The ZAFTAs would like to express our gratitude to Squad Games for bringing their unique contribution to the realm of reality competition television shows. We understand and respect their decision to prioritize their Intellectual Property rights, and we wish them continued success in their future endeavors.
We would also like to extend our appreciation to all the nominees, participants, and supporters of the ZAFTAs. Your contributions and dedication to the industry are invaluable, and we are honored to celebrate your talent and achievements.
The ZAFTAs will continue to move forward with the remaining categories and nominees, as we strive to maintain the integrity and excellence of the Awards. We invite the public to join us in this celebration of the Zimbabwean film and television industry by tuning in to the awards ceremony, which will take place on 2 December 2023 at Wisdom City Church located at 55 Kwame Nkrumah Avenue in Harare.
For further updates and information about the Zimbabwe Annual Film and Television Awards (ZAFTAs), please visit our official website [https:www.zaftas.org] or follow us on social media [@thezaftas across Facebook, Twitter and Instagram].
Media Contact:
Richard Tentone
ZAFTAs Publicity
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partnership@zaftas.org
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