Senior Entertainment Writer mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw FOLLOWING a bitter split last year, the original members of the popular acappella group Chiedza Chevatendi are at odds over concert bookings. This ongoing dispute has caused significant damage to the Ivhu Kuvhu hit-makers. “Three members, led by Gift Chikarara, left the group to form their own outfit, Chiedza Chevatsvene. ‘‘The…

SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw SONGBIRD Shashl has roped in legendary urban groove artiste Ex-Q to add flair at her forthcoming album launch, The First Quarter, set for 7 Arts Theatre in the capital. At the event, slated for June 21, the “Musalala” hit-maker will share the stage with Enzo Ishall, Atenda Chinx, Jnr Spragga, Kayflow…

SOCIAL media was abuzz over the weekend with local showbiz personalities sharing their views on multi-talented American actor, director Tyler Perry’s latest production, released on Netflix on Friday, with some offering their critiques. Titled Straw, the psychological crime drama film written, produced and directed by Tyler Perry stars highly successful artists including Taraji P. Henson,…

OVER the years, marriage has remained a thorny and often contentious issue — with some individuals entering into it not for love, but as a means of acquiring property or financial gain. Others have been left counting their losses after falling for so-called ‘gold diggers’ masquerading as soul mates. Many of these unfortunate outcomes can…

LEGENDARY reggae-chigiyo outfit Zig Zag will make a rare appearance at the Winter Reggae Festival set for Sherwood Golf Club in the capital tonight. The Kwekwe-based band, which was formed in 1982 and is best known for hits such as Gomo Ramasare and Mudzimu Mukuru, has rarely been active in recent years due the death…

MASVINGO province will be in for a treat today as Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance Festival will be held at Masiza Nengere Bar in Chiredzi. The winning group will walk away with prize money and a ticket to represent Masvingo province in the national competition. In winnings the top three will walk away with US$2500, US$1500…

SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw GOSPEL power couple Charles and Olivia Charamba have reaffirmed their status as torchbearers of local gospel music by dropping two albums over the past two days The latest albums – ‘Farai Nevanofara’ and ‘Chemai Nevanochema’– were released as part of their celebrations of reaching three decades in the music industry. “The…

SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw AS part of the ongoing celebration of African heritage, local visual artist Crispen Matekenya has turned his creative lens towards lobola — a time-honoured custom that reinforces marital bonds and strengthens family ties. In his latest collection, Matekenya presents works such as Mafukidza Dumbu, Makandinzwanani, and Damage, among others. “In my…

IN a powerful celebration of Africa Day, Nhaka Gallery in Harare hosted African Wedding exhibition on Friday, showcasing the rich heritage and the importance of unity in driving progress. Speaking during the exhibition, the gallery’s director, Hellen Matsvisi emphasised the importance of unity and collaboration. “Africa is an amazing and beautiful. I understand at sometimes…

OVER 80 photographic prints by the late Chicago Dzviti will be showcased at the National Gallery of Zimbabwe in Harare at the Portraits of Zimbabwe — an exhibition opening on May 30. Born in Shamva in 1961, and from these rural settings, Dzviti developed an interest for photography, which he later pursued at Harare Polytechnic…