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Progress Chaya LIFESTYLE WRITER chayap@dailynews.co.zw REFUGEES residing at Tongogara Refugee Settlement in Chipinge took to the stage to perform traditional dances as part of this year’s World Refugee Day commemorations. Observed annually on June 20, the day brought together communities from the Democratic Republic of Congo, Somalia, Rwanda, Mozambique and Burundi, who entertained and educated…

Emmanuel Marambe marambee@dailynews.co.zw ST Georges College and Christian Brothers College were crowned champions at the CBZ Schools Debate Championships which were held at Harare’s Dominican Convent over the weekend. St Georges, which comprised Rudo Katesi, Christian Nhika and Tinotenda Sapoti, emerged winners in the seniors’ category ahead of Oriel Boys High and Dominican Convent Bulawayo,…

AFRO-POP star Shashl marked a significant milestone in her musical journey with a spellbinding album launch at the 7 Arts Theatre in Avondale, Harare. The sold-out event, held over the weekend, saw Shashl successfully unveiling her latest project, The First Quarter, a deeply personal collection that reflects her growth both as an artiste and individual….

Ashley MoyoSENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITERmoyoa@dailynews.co.zw ZIMBABWE Bridal Expo is set to return for its fifth edition this Saturday at the Golden Confer Events and Conference Centre in Harare. Founder and CEO Yvonne Kabasa said the event has grown significantly since its inception, with improvements in exhibitor diversity, audience engagement and digital features. “We have listened to…

Ashley MoyoSENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITER GREAN Stars Dance Troupe claimed top honours at the Harare provincial finals of the Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance Festival after impressing judges with a spirited performance of the Chinyambera dance. Held at Hurudza Bar in Mabvuku over the weekend, the competition saw Grean Stars walk away with the US$2 500 grand…

Ashley Moyo AFTER successfully hosting the Mashonaland East edition of the Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance Festival, Dhana Family Leisure Centre is looking forward to host more high-profile events. Nestled just 2km from the bustling Mutoko-Harare highway, the venue has rapidly established itself as a vibrant hub for artistic expression and entertainment in the region. “We…

FILLING her late father Oliver ‘Tuku’ Mtukudzi’s boots is an onerous task for Selmor but she wouldn’t have it any other way. Internationally-acclaimed Tuku died on January 23, 2019 leaving Selmor and his other children with the duty to carry on his legacy. Though she concedes that being the legendary Tuku’s daughter comes with a…

THE Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded the National Gallery of Zimbabwe (NGZ) a US$500 000 grant to support the refurbishment of the institution’s infrastructure. The funding, issued under the New Visionary Leadership to Support Infrastructure initiative, is intended to help preserve Zimbabwe’s cultural heritage. “This is a huge milestone for us as a cultural…

CHIBUKU Neshamwari Traditional Dance provincial competition, which has already toured seven provinces, arrives in the capital today. Scheduled to take place at Hurudza Bar in Mabvuku, the Harare leg of the contest will see the province select its representative for the national finals, set for July 19 at the Mutare Showgrounds. Running under the theme…

SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw MUSIC stars ExQ and Enzo Ishall will be part of the support acts set to feature in colourful songbird Shashl’s highly-anticipated album launch to be held at 7Arts Theatre in Harare tomorrow. The launch of the album titled ‘The First Quarter’ will also feature rising artistes who include Kayflow, Jnr Spragga,…