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By Lloyd Rabaya BancABC Managing Director and CEO Dr. Lance Mambondiani and UK- based DJ Mel walked away all smiles at the 11th edition of the eminent Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA) which were held in Birmingham, the United Kingdom on Saturday night. The ZAA UK 11th Awards Dinner Gala was hosted by Amanda Nkomo and…
By Tafadzwa Muranganwa Vimbai Zimuto hogged the limelight for her nude poses on social media and when she was described as a musician, many people doubted her prowess but this time she proved critics wrong. Last Friday night at Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre could remain etched in the memory of many who attended Vimbai Zimuto’s…
The UNESCO Regional Office for Southern Africa (ROSA) in partnership with the University of Zimbabwe (UZ) will host a regional launch of the African Film Industry Report on 31 May 2022 at the university campus. The report, “Africa’s film industry: trends, challenges, and opportunities for growth”, is a product of an exploratory study on the…
By Arts Correspondent Netherlands-based singer Vimbai Zimuto will be teaming up with Jiti-singer Baba Harare and Diana Samukange at her EP launch for what promises to be an explosive show on Friday. The controversial afro-pop diva will be launching the ‘Muto EP’ at Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre. The former Oliver Mtukudzi backing vocalist hogged the…
By Ronnie Chisamba Kriss Kay (19), a budding hip-hop musician, released a precursor EP ahead of the launch of his forthcoming album due to be released later this year. Titled Backstabbing, the Ep is a six-track complication. The EP was officially launched yesterday, on YouTube and other social media platforms. Backstabbing was produced…
By Arts Correspondent Popular fast foods outlet, Hotplate Grill House, has been given a huge boost after rising Zimdancehall artiste King Jae penned a jingle for it. According to the budding Zimdancehall artiste, born James Munama, the song was just an appreciation of the tasty cuisines being offered by trendy food outlets. “I wrote this…
It will showcase films from countries including Zimbabwe, South Africa, Tanzania, Kenya…and more With Africa Day coming up on 25 May, M-Net is proud to announce M-Net Movies AfroCinema Pop-Up, an exciting channel that will celebrate and showcase the best festival movies from across the continent. The channel will run from Friday 20 May to…
Zimbabwe’s newest lifestyle talkshow, The eNShow, hosted by seasoned Marketing and PR executive Emily Nemapare, joins the ZBC Sunday evening lineup. The show is scheduled for flight at 7:30 pm starting on the 29th of May 2022. The eNShow is focused on interviewing Zimbabweans of all walks of life, in a bid to share their…
By Goodwell Kazingizi Nyanga-based hip-hop artiste DroCole has released his new single titled ‘Way Up’. The song, as the title suggests, touches on issues of elevation and the state of being limitless. Produced by 1NO, an upcoming producer and beatmaker who is also the AZIGOD MAFIA boss, the track is a clear exhibition of…
By Tafadzwa Muranganwa A local play that premiered on Thursday at Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre details the complexity of girls’ and women’s abuse and how it has far-reaching consequences. The 3-day play ‘Maimbodeyi’ was written and directed by Tafadzwa Bob Mutumbi and ends this Saturday (today). The production features a star-studded cast that includes Karen…
The Art of Health, by The Health Research Unit Zimbabwe (THRU ZIM) a Zimbabwean based organization that uses creative means to champion well-being in societies is pleased to present a theatrical production titled ‘Taura’ which shall be showcased from the 2nd to the 4th of June at Reps Theatre in Harare and the 18th of…
By Ronnie Chisamba Kadoma-born upcoming hip hop musician Cartcrave – real name Calvin Muchabaiwa – is confident that his latest track will bring him success and propel him to stardom. Set to be released on social media platforms this Thursday, Pindirai is a hip-hop track with a touch of gospel. The song speaks…
By Ronnie Chisamba South African-based multi-genre Zimbabwean musician and entrepreneur, Mr. P – real name Precious Hanya on Friday released his two latest musical videos: Feelings and Nhai Amai, on social media platforms. Feelings is a track on his forthcoming album and Nhai Amai was penned as a tribute to the late Mbodazwe “Elvis” Nyathi,…
‘Why Did I Get Married?’ star, Tasha Smith, ‘Bob Hearts Abishola’ Cast Member, Bayo Akinfemi, Other Hollywood Stars, Confirmed for 8th AMVCAs Hollywood Stars, Tasha Smith, Bayo Akinfemi, Brandon Micheal Hall, Sidra Smith, Grant Housley for 8th AMVCAs As part of activities for the 8th edition of Africa’s most prestigious award ceremony, the Africa…
By Ronnie Chisamba Upcoming Kadoma-born Afro-pop artiste, Croxxy Tee – real name Cleopas Mkuwu – strongly believes music promoters and seasoned local musicians should play pivotal roles in uplifting the careers of budding musicians. “ln Zimbabwe, it is not easy to make a name and achieve stardom in the music industry. This is mainly because…
Steering Zimbabwean television content in a direction of greater quality and quantity is a key focus for Christine Nyirenda. Now head of programming for newly-established 3Ktv, she has her sights set on making sure there’s exponential growth in the amount of content for TV produced in Zimbabwe in coming years, matched by steady growth in…
Music Crossroads Academy Zimbabwe resident band Yenge Family will this Friday the 6th of May 2022 perform at Theatre in the Park from 7 PM until 10 PM. The admission is only $5, tickets are still available and bookings can be done on 0774232478 or 0782217462. The concert is organized by Rooftop Promotions and Dollarbill…
By Ronnie Chisamba People are flocking the homestead of the late comedian Clive Chigubu to commisserate with family members and friends with burial arrangements yet to be announced. Babongile Skhonjwa, the family spokesperson revealed to this publication earlier today that no concrete plans for burial are in place by now. A former…
By Arts Correspondent Budding ZimDancehall chanter King Jae has teamed up with Jamaican dancehall artiste Dynamo Y13 to do a remix of the single ‘ZimboGirl’. The single released on Valentine’s Day this year received a warm reception, according to King Jae, born James Manama and hence the Zimdancehall artiste felt it needed a remix. “I…
Eleven people were arrested, and dozens of illegal decoders were seized during police raids over the past two weeks, as police broke into a TV-decoder smuggling ring. The cross-border smuggling ring is involved in bringing Openview decoders from South Africa into Zimbabwe, in contravention of customs, trademark, and copyright laws. Raids and seizures are set…
By Alfred Tembo Upcoming dancehall musician, Kotk real name Lloyd Bangu, has urged young artistes across Zimbabwe never to abandon their education at the expense of talents. Speaking on how he manages his musical talents and school, Kotk says there has always been a rule in his life where he prioritises education over anything else….
The much-awaited 2022 edition of First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa’s Amai’s Traditional Cook-out competitions took off to a good start in Mashonaland Central Province yesterday. In her keynote address at the event, the Guest of Honour, the Deputy Minister of Environment, Climate, Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Honourable Barbara Rwodzi said as a way follow up to…
By Ronnie Chisamba Hip hop’s new kid on the block, Josh TG – real name Jushua Godobo – is optimistic his recently released 12-track album Mandiso, launched on social media platforms a fortnight ago, will propel him to stardom. Affectionately known as Palmer in hip hop circles, the 27-year-old Marondera-born musician developed a passion for…
Rooftop Promotions announce the jazz group FaB Ovation Band as their guest artists for this week’s Jazz and Soul Friday Night hosted by Theatre in the Park. The admission is $5 (advance) and $10 (gate). The concert will start at 7 PM with the gates opening at 6 PM. For bookings, the public can contact…
Zimbabwean Model, Miss Nicole Madimutsa embarked on the journey of MEA 2021 competing with other 25 African countries, and emerged the winner. The Queen was accompanied by Cameroon as the first runner up and Nigeria second runner up. She has the opportunity to select the next international Ambassador through the Miss Supra-eminence Global organization as…
. Merck Foundation launches its first-ever TV program called – “Our Africa by Merck Foundation” to create a culture shift by raising awareness about a wide range of social and health challenges in our communities such as Diabetes, Ending Child Marriage, Supporting Girl Education, Women Empowerment, Stopping GBV, Ending FGM and Breaking Infertility Stigma, among…
Rooftop Promotions and Dollarbill Entertainment organized musical concert ‘Jazz and Soul Friday Night’ will this week host rising mbira fusion artist Nancy Mutize fondly known as Nasibo. The concert which happens at Theatre in the Park (TIP) will start at 7 PM until 10 PM and the admission is $5. Tickets are being sold at…
By King Mura An exciting entertainment programme awaits revelers this Saturday at one of the buzzing joints in the capital. Dubbed ‘Soul Sessions’, the event is a brainchild of 20-year-old Lynn Ruvarashe Matsvimbo that caters to different art genres and will be held at Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre in Eastlea. “Soul Sessions is an art…
Dendera crooner Sulumani Chimbetu has promised a flawless act this coming Friday in the capital. Sulu, as he is affectionately known by his legion of fans will be performing on Good Friday at Jasen Little Theatre According to the Dendera Kings manager, Calton Muparutsa, fans should brace for a ‘big’ treat from the ex-air force…
By Chimeno Azriel A number of poets from Creative Minds Alive recently released an anthology poetry book ECHOES OF AFRICA, a book that seeks to embrace all the ages and leaves the reader with the desire to want to read more poems. The 82-page book which was launched online and on other social media platforms…
By Arts Correspondent The rising songbird Feli Nandi will be performing at a popular joint in Harare on Friday. The music diva who burst on the music scene a few years after having been Mbeu and Mhodzi Tribe’s backing vocalist who has seen her solo career steadily rising will serenade her growing legion of fans…
By Herzel Mushayabasa Popular radio personality Tilder Moyo is among the prominent people featured when the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards South Africa (ZAA SA) honoured various people at a glittering awards ceremony held on Saturday night at The Venue Melrose Arch in Johannesburg. The 7th edition of ZAA SA was held in partnership with ZororoPhumulani…
“You will never be happy if you continue to search for what happiness consists of. You will never live if you are looking for the meaning of life.” – Albert Camus We all have a long list of terms and conditions that define when we’ll be happy. But the truth is, the secret to lasting mental…
More than 90% of the goods traded internationally are shipped by sea, according to the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development, with maritime trade volumes set to triple by 2050. About 60% of those goods – everything from appliances to imported fruit – are packed in containers, while commodities such as oil or grains are…
The UNESCO Regional Office for Southern Africa, in partnership with the Ministry of Youth, Sports, Arts and Recreation; the International Labour Organisation; and Nhimbe Trust will conduct a workshop on Artistic Freedom and Decent Work on 23 March 2022 in Harare. The workshop aims to create the conditions for the elaboration of a report…
Technically-talented professionals in the film and theatre world are vital participants in the industry, with their skills and creativity an essential ingredient in the mix that results in productions that entertain and motivate audiences. One such professional is DStv Shark, Mildred Moyo, a Bulawayo-born lighting designer whose input has transformed many theatrical shows into meaningful…
Can a woman with no detective experience and whose closest companion is her pet chicken solve a complicated murder investigation? That’s the question in Recipes for Love and Murder, the new small-town mystery series starting on M-Net this Sunday, 20 March at 20:00 CAT. Starring the award-winning Maria Doyle Kennedy (Outlander, Orphan Black, Kin) and Tony Kgoroge (Black…
One of the greatest threats to the international entertainment industry is piracy, now thought to be depriving the industry of as much as US$71 billion each year and now threatening millions of livelihoods and undermining the future of the industry. This massive loss of income is more than the gross domestic product of whole geographical…
Gwevedzi Afro Acoustics Band is performing this week at Theatre in the Park on the ‘Jazz and Soul Friday Night’ concert organized by Rooftop Promotions in partnership with Dollarbill Entertainment. The concert starts at 6 PM going down to 9 PM and the tickets are going for only $5 advance and $10 at the entrance….
The sky isn’t the limit for Batsirai Chigama who continues to shine on the literary scene. Batsirai Chigama (Zimbabwe) is a performer, poet, literary activist, and social commentator. The City of Asylum described her work as “surprising, shocking, and skillfully deliberate work,” and “a breath-taking embodiment of grief.” Chigama’s debut collection, “Gather The Children,” won…
DreamWorks – a vibrant and popular international television channel aimed at children and families will be launched on DStv later this month, adding to the range of entertainment available to subscribers. MultiChoice Zimbabwe publicity and public relations manager Liz Dziva said DreamWorks would be added to the DStv platform from Friday March 18, bringing…
By Goodwell Kazingizi Kadoma-based multi-talented Rapper 1NO is set to release a new music project. Born Tafadzwa Takunda Dodzo, 1NO or DOIC (Destiny of One Child) as he is affectionately known by his legion of fans, said the project is nearing completion and will be availed to the fans as soon as he finishes…
Zimbabwe’s first Pay-Per-View platform Gateway Stream Music was named the Promoter of the Year 2022 at the prestigious National Arts Merits Awards. The event was held at the iconic Harare International Hotel & Conference Centre (HICC) over the weekend. “Promoter of the Year – Gateway Stream. An innovative company/ organization that has pioneered unique Arts…
By Lloyd Rabaya Renowned traditional gospel choir Dzika Mutumwa has promised their legion of fans a musical delicacy when they launch their 10th album in April. Also known as the International Apostolic Faith Mission Church Choir, the 11-member group has over the years managed to touch many souls, heal and preach through their music. Formed…
As part of its ongoing efforts to enhance its customers’ television viewing experience and offer Zimbabweans content that resonates with them, MultiChoice is excited to announce the launch of 3Ktv, a Zimbabwean channel, on DStv. From 28 February 2022, DStv Zimbabwe subscribers will be able to watch 3Ktv on Channel 293. The channel will broadcast content…
