Creative arts group Dzuwa Arts, led by Ignatious Kaphinde, popularly known as ‘Scot,’ has secured three awards at the 2024 Malawi Film Festival Awards.

The group bagged accolades for Best TV Series with Dear EX Series, Best Story for The Devil in Me, and Best Upcoming Actress, awarded to Susan Gondwe.

Expressing his gratitude, Dzuwa Arts’ Film Director, Scot, shared a heartfelt post on his Facebook page, narrating his journey working with Susan Gondwe, who he referred to as one of his favorite discoveries.
“Susan Gondwe is one of my favorite actresses and successful projects. I call her a project because I started directing her as a child. I saw her potential at a very young age. I remember directing her in secondary school—she was a tough one! Later, I brought her to Dzuwa Arts to further sharpen her skills professionally,” wrote Scot.

Susan portrayed Susan in Dear EX Series, performed on stage at the UNIMA Arts Theatre, and starred in the film The Devil in Me. She also appeared in Beracah’s music video ‘Werenga’ as Susan.

The Malawi Film Festival Awards judging panel, which included notable figures like Peter Mazunda and Joyce Mhango Chavula, praised Susan Gondwe as a promising actress to watch.