AS a post-Christmas and pre-New Year bonus, the world of entertainment is to be opened to all connected DStv customers, regardless of…
ZIMDANCEHALL artiste King Shaddy has once again caused a stir with his latest track Baltazar, inspired by the shocking scandal surrounding Equatorial Guinea’s senior civil servant, Baltasar Engonga. Featuring fellow Zimdancehall artiste Silent Killer, Baltazar appears on the surface to glorify Engonga’s promiscuous behaviour. “We were all shocked by what the Equatorial Guinea man did,”…
Thembinkosi Nyathi nyathit@dailynews.co.zw THE African Spelling Bee competition, originally set to take place from December 18 to 22 in Nigeria, has been postponed to next year due to funding challenges, visa delays, among other logistical problems. Event chairman Mbaula Chisale confirmed the postponement, announcing that the competition has been rescheduled for April 9 to 12,…
Anesu Mirisawu ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw SOUTH African music star, Toss is set to return to the festive edition of Fiesta Fiesta this Sunday at Belgravia Sports Club in Harare. The Amapiano hit-maker, who attracted the attention of the music world in 2022 after his hit song ‘Umlando’ went viral, last performed on the Fiesta Fiesta…
Rutendo Ngara STAFF WRITER ngarar@dailynews.co.zw AUTHOR David Mvere has launched a groundbreaking book in Harare that delves into Manyika culture, addressing the erosion of traditional values due to Westernisation and the internet. Speaking at the launch of his 300-page book, “A Historical Overview of the Traditional Family Life in the Mutasa Family”, Mvere emphasised the…
Ashley Moyo SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER moyoa@dailynews.co.zw GOSPEL musician Itai Bvumbura has released his latest album, “Munhu Chii?”, at a vibrant launch event held on Friday at Christ Unveiling Ministries in the capital. Bvumbura, who is celebrating 19 years in music ministry, expressed his gratitude for the overwhelming support his fifth album, featuring seven tracks, has…
HIP-HOP artiste Nkosilathi Sibiya, popularly known as Voltz JT in the entertainment world, emerged as the biggest winner at the recently concluded Zim HipHop Awards, held at Royalgate Gardens in Harare. The Chitungwiza-born artist claimed the prestigious Album of the Year award for his latest project, N.O.P Makoni. He also won the People’s Choice Award,…
By Ashley Moyo AFTER gaining international acclaim with 11 awards, two nominations, and two official selections, the highly anticipated film Nyanga is set to premiere in Harare. Directed by celebrated filmmaker Eddie Ndhlovu, the premiere will take place at Ster-Kinekor Joina City on December 19. Shot on location at Nyanga National Park, Harare, and Lake…
By Anesu Mirisawu and Ashley Moyo THE soulful sounds of the mbira are making a triumphant return to Zimbabwe’s mainstream culture. Once overshadowed by Western genres, mbira music has not only regained its rightful place as a symbol of national identity but is also thriving as a profitable venture for local artists. Not surprisingly, in…
TWENTY-FIVE of Zimbabwe’s top DJs are set to battle for the grand prize in the National Carling Black Label DJ Clash, scheduled for December 20 at the Hippodrome in Braeside, Harare. According to the organisers, the ultimate winner will take home US$3 000, an Apple MacBook, a DJ controller, a cordless microphone, and studio monitors…

