Tonga's Got Talent competition off to a good start

Twenty-eight participants showcased a range of talents at the annual Tonga’s Got Talent at Digicel Square in Nuku’alofa this week.

Performances included fire-dancing, hip-hop dancing, singing and dancing.

In the children’s category, Triple Matt won $300 and secured third place.

Second place went to Amelia Enoka who won $500 and Mele Tovi came in first to win $1000.

Melaia Niuafu won $300 and took out 3rd place in the adult category.

Second place went to Tolifili Hafoka who won $500 and Malia Leaaetoa won $1000 for coming in first.

Dozens of families packed the venue to watch the participants.

Digicel sponsored $1,000 cash for the winner.

More than 16,600 viewers from Tonga and overseas were able to watch a livestream of the competition.

Tonga’s Got Talent is held during the week of the Miss Heilala Pageant.

 

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