POPULAR artist Shashl has traded her familiar R&B-dominated rhythms for an innovative new sound that blends Afrobeat and Amapiano. Shashl’s new sound has been encapsulated on a new track titled ‘Kedu’ set to be released tomorrow accompanied by a visualiser. “Kedu takes a more experimental approach, blending elements of Afrobeats and Amapiano with an infectious…
Ashley Moyo SENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITER moyoa@dailynews.co.zw THE long-term impact of the violent conquest of Zimbabwe by Cecil Rhodes’ British South Africa Company is the focus of a sculpture competition being held with the support of University of Oxford and Oriel College. Organised by the Oxford Zimbabwe Arts Partnership (OZAP) and Chitungwiza Arts Centre (CAC), the…
Ashley Moyo SENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITER moyoa@dailynews.co.zw AFTER successfully launching in Beitbridge and Harare a couple of months ago, Zimbabwe’s newest cigarette brand, Swan, is set for another launch in Mutare this Saturday, with top gospel artiste Dorcas Moyo adding a touch of excitement to the event. The Mutare-based singer will share the stage with heavyweight…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawu@dailynews.co.zw ORGANISERS of the annual Dancers Association of Zimbabwe Awards (Daz) says this year’s edition of the event will pay more focus on the emerging talent. Daz president Hapaguti “Hapaz” Mapimhidze said the awards, to be held tonight at City Sports Bar in the capital, also strives to nurture and support new…
Ashley Moyo SENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITER moyoa@dailynews.co.zw WITH rising cases of gender-based violence (GBV) reported across the country, the Institute of Creative Arts for Progress in Africa (ICAPA) is set to host the final phase of its Binga edutainment outreach, aimed at reducing GBV in remote areas. The organisation will screen GBV-related films and facilitate discussions…
Anesu Mirisawu SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw NINE-YEAR-OLD, Skanyiso ‘Ska’ Ngwenya from Victoria Falls has made history by becoming the youngest actor ever to be nominated for the prestigious National Arts Merit Awards (Nama), set to take place this weekend at the Hippodrome in the capital. Ngwenya, who stars in ‘Rise’ — the latest production by…
Thembinkosi Nyathi LIFESTYLE WRITER nyathit@dailynews.co.zw AFRO-POP and contemporary artiste Roy “Delroy Shewe” Moyo has reached a significant milestone in his music career, successfully releasing several chart-topping hits such as Superstar featuring Saintfloew, Fona, and Mazirudo featuring Freeman a year ago. Delroy’s manager, Ngonidzashe Shamudzarira, also known as Shamex in the entertainment industry, told the Daily…
AS WE approach Women’s Month, First Floor Gallery in Harare has opened its doors to “She Remembered Who She Was,” an exhibition by Miriro Mwandiambira that celebrates the strength and diversity of women. Created by visual artist Mwandiambira, the collection consists of fashion magazine collages combined with acrylic paint on canvas. “This exhibition reflects Mwandiambira’s…
By Ashely Moyo AFTER 14 years of trying to escape his late famous father’s shadow, sungura musician Peter ‘Young Igwe’ Moyo has realised that it is a near-impossible mission. Young Igwe’s father — Tongai succumbed to cancer on October 15, 2015, leaving the then inexperienced 21-year-old with the onerous task of carrying on his father’s…
Ashley MoyoSENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITERmoyoa@dailynews.co.zw COMEDIAN Tinashe “This Is It” Fortune says his sold-out previous shows have inspired the second leg of The New School shows. Hosted by Tha Slick Pastor, the second edition — set to take place on February 27 at Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre in Harare — will see the comedian sharing the…
