Londolusha Springs Field Band retain national championship title
The Londolusha Springs Field Band returned with seven titles, with Mukandi crediting the community for continuous support to the band.
The Londolusha Springs Field Band celebrates another national championship victory after its members’ hard work and dedication earned them seven titles at the 2026 National Championships.
The band recently competed at the national championships, which were held at DP World Wanderers Stadium in Johannesburg.
The band’s project officer, Vuyani Mukandi, told the African Reporter that the achievement was a proud moment for the band and the wider community, especially as the members faced pressure to defend their title against strong competition.
He said winning the title reflects the hard work and dedication the Londolusha members put into their preparations throughout the year. He added that it is a proud moment for the entire band’s community.
The band received seven titles, including the overall national championship. It also secured second place for Best Steering Committee and shared first place with Alexandra Field Band for the Best Managed Band Scorecard.
Mukandi said he was surprised by the number of awards the band won, considering the level of competition.
Last year, the band competed against seven other bands, while two additional bands joined this year’s competition. Defending the title was challenging, but the members used it as motivation to work harder.
“The atmosphere during the competition was intense because every band wanted to win, and everyone knew that we were not going to give up the title easily,” he said.
Although the band started its preparations later than in previous years, members committed to longer, additional rehearsals.
A camp at Tsimong Primary School brought together members from the band’s two rehearsal venues, Theo-Twala Primary School and Sechaba Primary School. This allowed them to practise together, improve their coordination and prepare as one team.
A total of 120 members participated in the championships across four sections: dance, percussion, brass and pit percussion. Each section contributed to the overall performance and won trophies in its category.
Mukandi credited the band’s success to the talent within the Kwa-Thema community, the commitment of its members and staff, and the support of parents and stakeholders.
He said parents played an important role by encouraging their children, helping during camps, and supporting food preparation and other behind-the-scenes responsibilities.
Mukandi noted that the achievement also reflects the support the band receives from the community and the schools that provide rehearsal facilities.
“Kwa-Thema is filled with talent, and this has always helped us to shine on a big stage like the National Championships.
“There is no secret behind our strong performance. It comes from the pure talent we have in Kwa-Thema, combined with the dedication and commitment of our members and staff,” he said.
Looking ahead, the band plans to continue regular rehearsals, recruit new members, retain its current members, and improve across all sections.
The band aims to defend its title at the 2027 National Championships and continue representing the Springs community with pride. Mukandi encouraged young people to identify their talents and work hard to develop them.
“Our message to young people is to find something you are good at and work hard to do it well. Our members have discovered their talents and are using them to grow, improve and achieve great things,” he said.
Mukandi also expressed pride in the members’ discipline, determination, and sacrifices throughout the preparation period.
“Please take that same commitment and apply it to your schoolwork and personal lives, and I promise, success will surely find you.”
Young people interested in joining the band can attend rehearsals at either venue. Rehearsals take place at Theo-Twala Primary School on Mondays and Wednesdays, and at Sechaba Primary School on Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 15:30 to 17:30.
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