TOP cultural dance group Jeketera from Masvingo is representing the country at one of the world’s largest cultural festivals in India.The event, the 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela, which kicks off today will run till February 15.“Our nations share a bond that stretches back centuries, woven through the threads of history, commerce, and shared aspirations,”…
FILMMAKER Naureen Vutuza is emerging as a compelling voice in socially-driven African cinema with her latest feature film, The Intruder, set for its official premiere in March at Ster Kinekor Cinema, Joina City in the capital.She said the film was inspired by real-life situations in which trust, family bonds, and social expectations are manipulated to…
IF ONE listens casually to the voice of Taruvinga “Sugar Sugar” Manjokota, it is easy to mistake him for the late sungura icon Ketai Muchawaya.Some critics have even accused him of imitation. However, a closer listening reveals that Sugar Sugar is very much a voice of his own, distinct in message, tone and philosophical depth.Widely…
LIKE the proverbial phoenix, popular preacher Tapiwa Freddy has risen from adversity to erect a striking new church complex in Glen Norah, Harare, years after his former premises in Glen View were demolished by city council officials.Senior lifestyle writer Ashley Moyo sat down with one of Zimbabwe’s most influential televangelists to reflect on that painful…
AS THE month of love approaches and January draws to a close, local artistes are gearing up to end the month in style.Gigs have been lined up nationwide, with some performances kicking off the month of love this Sunday, promising exciting live shows and unforgettable moments for music lovers. Macheso dates RuwaSUNGURA kingpin Alick Macheso,…
THE Bible Society of Zimbabwe will launch the Ndebele Braille Bible today, bringing scripture access to more than 100 000 visually impaired people in Bulawayo and Matabeleland.The launch at United Methodist Church, 33 Jason Moyo Avenue, represents a significant milestone in religious inclusivity for Zimbabwe’s disabled community.Nyasha Mafuba, chief executive of the Bible Society of…
NEWLY-ELECTED Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (Zimura) board chairperson Alexio Gwenzi has claimed there is a coordinated, sponsored campaign aimed at destabilising the country’s largest royalty collection body.Briefing journalists at a Harare hotel, Gwenzi alleged that the smear campaign was being driven by disgruntled former board members, including Dereck Mpofu, Joseph Garakara and Gift Amuli, among…
AN EXHIBITION of portraits documenting the lived experiences of people affected by neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) in Zimbabwe will open this Friday at the National Art Gallery of Zimbabwe as part of this year’s World NTD day commemorations.Drawing attention to the country’s role in global efforts to eliminate the diseases the exhibition dubbed Affected Voices…
AMERICAN hip-hop heavyweight Rick Ross, fondly known as The Boss, is set to inject major star power into businessman Scott Sakupwanya’s forthcoming birthday bash, an event already being billed as the first quarter’s biggest showbiz stopper.Slated for February 28 at Hippodrome in the capital, the event will mark Rick Ross’ return to Zimbabwe following his…
LOCAL alcoholic beverages manufacturer — African Distillers Limited (Afdis) — on Saturday brought smiles and celebration to Wadzanai in Shamva thanks to its grand finale draw of Chateau Sow and Reap promotion.The event attracted hundreds of local residents and Chateau Brandy consumers, all eager to witness the culmination of the months-long campaign aimed at recognising…
