KUZAZIZWA - By Thomas Somajama Masango

Written By: Thomas Somajama Masango

Category: Poetry

Competition: Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026

Thomas Somajama Masango, writing under the name Kuzazizwa, presents a compelling piece titled KUZAZIZWA in the Poetry category of the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. This profound work delves into themes of love, cultural obligations, and personal conviction. KUZAZIZWA offers a deep reflection on the complexities of love amidst societal expectations, captivating the reader with its emotional depth and cultural resonance.

About the Work

In KUZAZIZWA, Masango explores the tension between personal desires and societal norms. The poem reflects on the courage required to love fearlessly in the face of cultural judgment. With a rich tapestry of imagery and heartfelt expressions, the piece challenges the reader to consider the true cost of love and commitment. The mood oscillates between defiance and devotion, creating a dynamic interplay of emotions.

Kuzazizwa

Original Submission by Thomas Somajama Masango

KUZAZIZWA

Nakwakumlandu ukuthanda wena;

Kuyatjho ngizokufa ngimlandu.

Ukwesaba umlandu nakutjho ukulahlekelwa nguwe;

Kuyatjho ngizokuhlala ngimlandu.

Hlangana nokulisa wena nomlandu ngikhetha itjala

Hlangana nomlandu netjala ngikhetha wena

Bayatjho abadala bona kulihlazo lokhu.

Bangatjho bona kubunyefu akunandaba.

Okusalako nangithole wena angikhathalele muntu;

Angikhathalele kwethenjwa.

Angikhathalele kubukwa.

Esithe baphophothe sizabathulisa.

Ngihlale ngibezwa nabangani bona ukuthanda wena akunakusasa.

Ukukubona nangifunako nokukubona nakuvume isimo kimi kuyafana.

Sibonana eMoteti nofana eMotetema angikhathali, ikani sibonene.

Nakwakumlandu ukuthanda wena kuyatjho ngizokufa ngimlandu.

Sengingaze ngibulalwe ngoba ngithanda wena?

Mina ngenzeni nawungisingathe samntwanakho?

Ngenzeni nawungifuthumeze sababa wakwakho?

Khona ngubani othe bona awusabatjheji?

Isintu asiyali indlu yokuluphalela, yaliwa babantu.

Akusimi owathi ube nepatho netjhejo ongipha zona.

Sengingaba mlandu ngokuledhlela lomfuthumela osungakhele wona!

Sengingaba mlandu nje ngokwazi ukuthi nekhaya bayawufuna?

Mina ngazi kuthiwa amandla wendoda akapheli.

Tjhebetjhebe, angeke ngikwazi ukulahlekelwa nguwe kumnyama kubomvu.

Bamba isandla sami ungesabi nami ngikhethelwe wena.

Angeke ngivume ukudlalwa bomafundani wena ukhona.

Nakwakumlandu ukuthanda wena kuyatjho ngizokufa ngimlandu

About the Competition

The Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026 by Hashtag Kalakar is a prestigious platform celebrating diverse voices and creative expression. It invites participants from around the world to share their unique narratives and poetic insights. This competition is a tribute to the power of words and the art of storytelling, fostering a global community of writers and poets.

We extend our gratitude to Thomas Somajama Masango for sharing KUZAZIZWA with us in this year's competition. Your work enriches the tapestry of voices in the Global Poetry and Creative Writing Competition 2026. Thank you for your passionate contribution and for inviting us into your world through your poetry.

About Hashtag Kalakar

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