Hello!
We are NIAA

We are building up a knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the arts by affording people, mainly school children, the opportunity to participate and perform in the fields of music, speech, drama, literature and art.

FESTIVAL
DATES
Vocal & Instrumental Eisteddfod 2026
Entries Closing Date: 21 January 2026 | Performances: 23 February to 27 March 2026
Speech & Drama Festival 2026
Entries Close: Wednesday 20 May 2026 | Performances: Monday 15 June - Friday 10 July 2026
Literary Festival 2026
Entries Close: Wednesday 22nd July 2026 | Awards Ceremony: Saturday 10 October 2026 (by invitation ONLY)
Visual Arts Festival 2026
Entries Close: Wednesday 22nd July 2026 | Awards Ceremony: Saturday 10 October 2026 (by invitation ONLY)

About NIAA

The National Institute of Allied Arts is a well-known institute that has been active in Zimbabwe for more than 100 years.  In the past few years, following the COVID-19 pandemic, our interaction with schools has seen huge growth.  More and more schools from around the country have entered the four Festivals held throughout each year and we are grateful for the dedication and support of teachers, parents and students.  We are also continually grateful for the support of our corporate partners, which allows us to offer a platform for students to participate in their chosen field, be it music, theatre, creative writing or art.

THE
SHOW
MUST
GO ON

Our
Partners