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…
VETERAN traditional singer Busi Mhlanga has dropped a 12-track album which she hopes will go a long way in furthering her role as “a transmitter of good music and positive vibes.” Titled Ubizo lwami, which means my calling, the album is a sequel to her eight-track album, Ngiyakhumbula, which she released in 2017. Busi, who…
By Thembinkosi Nyathi nyathit@dailynews.co.zw LOCAL author Marble Muchenje has launched her latest book, The Darkest Battles, at The Venue in Harare. The book aims to champion good parenting and address the challenges faced by child-led families, calling on parents to take a more active role in nurturing their children. “Some traditional beliefs, such as the…
BY ASHLEY MOYO CHILDREN’S Performing Arts Workshop (Chipawo) will stage its annual Christmas show at Theatre in the Park today, promising an exciting and memorable experience. The event is the culmination of the Chipawo Summer Camp, which began on Sunday and renowned musician and Chipawo board member Victor Kunonga will grace the occasion. “We are…
