CELEBRATED American R&B singer and producer Joe Thomas’ highly-anticipated concert will be held on August 12 at Old Hararians Sports Club. Prominent music promoter Walter Wanyanya, who is organising the concert through his events and artist management company, Ngoma Nehosho, said they had settled on Old Hararians because “it is fit for purpose.” “The venue…
AFRO-POP star Shashl’s latest music video for Energy, off her new album The First Quarter, has gone viral, generating widespread engagement across social media platforms as fans praised its artistic direction and high production values. Blending elements of fashion, music and visual art, the video has been lauded for its Indian-inspired aesthetic and bold styling,…
TRAILBLAZING local short film Rise has secured a coveted slot at Ireland’s premier film festival — the Galway Film Fleadh. Directed by Jessica Rowlands and produced by Joe Njagu, Rise, which features Hollywood export Tongayi Chirisa, revolves around a young boy who lives in a rubbish dump but persuades a reclusive boxing coach to teach…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw FAIRLY new publishing house, Secondary Book Press (SBP), has breathed new life into the literary legacy of veteran author Shimmer Chinodya. Headquarted in Harare, the publisher, which also has branches in Mutare, Masvingo, Gweru and Bulawayo, has acquired rights to nearly all of Chinodya’s titles from the now-defunct Weaver Press. “I…
THEATRE production Song Unburied will embark on a local tour ahead of its scheduled debut at the prestigious Edinburgh Festival, which runs from July 30 to August 14. The play is set to be staged at Theatre in the Park in Harare on July 17, 18 and 19 and the performances will serve as a…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw SONGBIRD Pauline Gundidza, who made a name for herself as part of the Mafriq Urban Grooves outfit, will mark her 40th birthday with the release of a new 10-track EP titled Ndauya. Gundidza, who turned 40 today, will celebrate the milestone at Sherwood Golf Club in Harare on July 19. “The…
NATIONAL Gallery of Zimbabwe (NGZ) has lined up a captivating dance performance titled “Connecting Points”, to interpret Portraits of Zimbabwe/ Mifananidzo yeZimbabwe exhibition. Slated for July 19 the performance will feature artists Shalom Kufakwatenzi, and Amanda Norton. “Connecting Points is about connecting to the past and also getting in touch with an inner childhood, it…
CHIBUKU Neshamwari Traditional Dance competition is billed to conclude its provincial competition today in Mash Central heading towards the national finals slated for July 19. In Mash Central, the competition will be held in Shamva at Tipaz Night Club. “The stage is set, the drums are calling, and the excitement is building as the 2025…
AUTHOR and psychologist Zivanai Rukombo has underscored the role of parenting in shaping future generations in his latest book, Across Jordan: The Manna Stops. Launched at Batanai Gardens in the capital recently, the book delves into the various developmental stages of life, from childhood to adulthood, placing strong influence of parenting. “The inspiration for this…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw SONGBIRD Shashl’s latest album The First Quarter is making waves, and the visuals for the track Perfect Somebody, off the latest project are the perfect addition to the buzz, offering fans a glimpse into the songbird’s prowess. Released barely three days ago, the love-themed track that has amassed over 50 000…
