Benguela Representative Wins “2007 Variante” Contest
Madalena Tchiemba “Mabela”, from central Benguela Province, on Saturday won the 15th edition of the national music contest “Variante2007″ held in Benguela city, totalling 161 points, Angop witnessed.
Mabela who sang the music “Que é Nosso é” received from the hands of the Deputy Minister of Culture, Virgilio Coelho, a participation diploma and a check worth Usd 10,000.
The duet Antonia Fernandes/Silva Nogueira of southwestern Namibe province stood second with 120points and got 5,000 dollars, whereas Ester Ndongo with 117 points got 3,000 dollars and a participation diploma.
Meanwhile, speaking to the press after the victory, Mabela said this triumph is a result of a hard work, devotion and patience she showed over the latest years.














