SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER KHIAMA Boys Legacy Band front-man Lazarus Zakaria is set to headline the International Family Day celebrations in Wedza in what promises to be one of the most significant performances of his nascent leadership. The show, scheduled for this Friday, comes months after Lazarus, nephew of the late sungura legend Nicholas Zakaria, assumed…
Anesu Mirisawu SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER BOLAMBA Culture Birds were crowned champions of the Matabeleland South provincial finals of the Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance Festival held at Collen Bawn Beer Hall on Saturday after delivering an impressive Tsutsube dance performance. In Mashonaland East, Marondera Gure Arts Group claimed top honours at the provincial competition held at…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER FORMER Miss Universe 2019 Zozibini Tunzi is set to bring international glamour to Zimbabwe when she hosts the country’s Miss Universe grand finale scheduled for June 6 at the The Hippodrome in the capital. Making her first-ever visit to the country, Tunzi expressed excitement about being part of the prestigious showcase. “I’m…
Anesu Mirisawu SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER SUNGURA kingpin Alick Macheso and South Africa’s Makhadzi are set for a thrilling double engagement this July. The celebrated duo are expected to first share the stage on July 11 at the Silala Festival at Harmony Park in South Africa, before reuniting again on July 31 for the inaugural Cheso…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER LEGENDARY reggae outfit— Transit Crew— will headline this year’s edition of Bob Marley commemorations set for Hellenics Sports Club in the capital. Marley passed away on May 11 in 1981. “This event is a vibrant tribute to the life, music, and legacy of Marley. “It celebrates his message of peace, unity, and…
MIDLANDS-BORN gospel musician Prince Gumbo has released two new singles— Mwari Fambai Neni and Ndinovimba Nemi— as he continues to establish himself in the gospel music industry. Born and raised in Mberengwa, Gumbo said his entry into gospel music was driven by what he described as a divine calling rather than commercial interests. “I grew…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER THE country has experienced a surge in music-led festivals, many branded around individual artistes, with Macheso Festival being the latest addition to the calendar. Jointly organised by Partson Chimbodza of Chipaz Promotions and Orchestra Mberikwazvo, the event— scheduled for July 1 at Alex Sports Club in Harare—will see the Tafadzwa hitmaker sharing…
SENIOR ENTERTAIENT WRITER IT’S official! Friends Shalom Charamba – daughter of celebrated gospel couple Charles Charamba and Olivia Charamba – and Nyasha Matimbire, daughter of preacher Memory Matimbire, have entered a new chapter in their lives. Birthday girl Shalom married her partner, Anesu Mpepula, in a traditional ceremony over the weekend, while Nyasha wed Ngoni…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER MINUTE Maid is rolling out a Tollgate Happy Hour consumer activation aimed at rewarding motorists with refreshing beverage experiences during travel. The initiative brings the great taste of Minute Maid Pulpy, Orange, Tropical, Apple Grape and Guava flavours to travellers, transforming everyday journeys into moments of connection with the brand coinciding with…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER THE return of the Harare International Festival of the Arts (Hifa) has sparked excitement among arts lovers across Zimbabwe. Following the announcement, social media was awash with excitement as fans and revellers expressed their eagerness for the return of the much-loved festival, which was first held in 1999. Award-winning filmmaker Nico Abote…
