FOLLOWING in her father’s footsteps, Natasha Mlalazi — the daughter of gospel star Everton Mlalazi — has been added to the star-studded line-up for this year’s National Arts Merit Awards (Nama).She will share the stage with legendary Urban Grooves artistes Plaxedes Wenyika, Dino Mudondo, Alexio Kawara, Ministers Ellard and Sharon Cherayi, Freeman, Junior Spragga, Runna…
THE launch of the Ndebele Braille Bible on January 30 in Bulawayo marks an important step towards inclusive access to scripture.The project, led by the Bible Society of Zimbabwe (BSZ), aims to ensure that people with visual disabilities can read the Word of God.Our Lifestyle Editor, Vasco Chaya, spoke to BSZ chief executive officer Nyasha…
FOLLOWING his recent tour of neighbouring countries, including South Africa and Zambia, the number of foreign worshippers attending preacher Miracle Paul’s weekly services in Chitungwiza has risen sharply.Speaking recently, Miracle Paul urged Zimbabweans to stop spending large sums of money travelling to East and West Africa in search of spiritual intervention, and instead make use…
AFRO-FUSION singer Andrew Ngwenya aka Andy Muridzo is expected to serenade Sherwood Golf Club patrons tomorrow in Harare.The joint, Sherwood Golf Club, situated in Mabelreign, now serves as Muridzo’s hunting ground and the concert comes at a time many musicians are enjoying their annual break after a hectic festive season.For the Dherira hit maker who…
JOHANE Masowe leader Daniel Matamba, popularly known as Madzibaba Benji, put smiles on the faces of elderly residents in Shamva after donating blankets and food hampers during his birthday celebrations over the weekend.Speaking at the gathering, Madzibaba Benji said he had drawn inspiration from businessman Wicknell Chivhayo, widely regarded as one of the country’s leading…
NEWLY-ELECTED Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (Zimura) board chairperson Alexio Gwenzi, popularly known as Goodchild, says his priority is to improve musicians’ welfare through transparent and efficient corporate governance at the country’s leading royalties collection body.Gwenzi was elected chairperson last week, with First Batani (First Farai) named as his deputy and they are expected to steer…
Anesu MirisawuSENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITERMUSICIAN-CUM-POLITICIAN Sandra Ndebele will host a live music show dubbed Denim on Pearls this Saturday at ZITF Hall 2A in the second largest city as part of activities marking her birthday and ongoing music projects.Fresh from turning 44, the Malaika hit-maker—born on January 3—will share the stage with Dladla Mshunqisi from South…
Angela MtombeniENTERTAINMENT WRITERSOKE Africa, a cultural showcase celebrating African music, fashion and cuisine, will return to the capital as part of its continued expansion across the continent.The event, curated by Untamed Authority, will be hosted at the Zimbabwe German Society on April 5 and forms part of a series that has previously been staged in…
Ashley Moyo andAnesu MirisawuSENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITERS THE Repertory Players of Harare, with a rich history spanning nearly a century will this year mark their 95 years of performances and contributions to the arts scene in the country.Chairman of the Executive Committee Sue Bolt told the Daily News they are planning a gala event later in…
Angela Mtombeni ENTERTAINMENT WRITER GOSPEL music star Takesure Zamar is set to spice up the two-day “Revival Zimbabwe Grand finale” slated for Harvest House International Conference Centre (HHIC) in Bulawayo. The event, running from January 30 through to 31, is meant to wrap up the organisers’ 90-days of prayer and fasting. “It is an honour…
