Anesu Mirisawu ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw AWARD-WINNING Zimbabwean musician Mr. Brown, who collaborated with the late South African music icon Winnie Khumalo on the hit song Lazaro, has credited his breakthrough across the Limpopo to the departed songbird. Khumalo, a trailblazer in the South African music and acting industry since the 1980s, passed away on Tuesday…

Anesu Mirisawu ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw DUNAMIS, a film on concerted attempts to bring down a powerful and wealthy church, will premiere at Joina City Ster Kinekor on the last day of this month. Directed by veteran filmmaker Marc Mandisoul, Dunamis is about a violent and corrupt detective, Bernard Takawira who seeks to dismantle a powerful…

Anesu Mirisawu ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw DENDERA maestro Allan Chimbetu, one of the last standing pioneers of the Sungura sub-genre, is set to launch his first project of the New Year which highlights the importance of assisting one another. The forthcoming project, titled Nyamukuta, was initially slated for release in November but has now been rescheduled…

AFRO-CONTEMPORARY musician Jah Prayzah, born Mukudzeyi Mukombe, is set to delight fans with his upcoming self-titled album Ndini Mukudzeyi, scheduled for release on May 3. According to Keen Mushapaidze, the crooner’s publicist and manager, fans can start pre-ordering the album from today. “We enjoyed an incredible year, with shows that drew bumper crowds. In this…

URBAN grooves star Enoch “Nox” Guni and sungura musician Peter Moyo have started 2025 on a high note. South Africa-based Nox, over the weekend, took to social media to share photos of his lobola held on December 28 in Chiredzi, expressing his joy, following his highly publicised breakup with socialite Tallyn Ndudzo. “We dated for…

CELEBRATED sungura musician Alick Macheso says there will be no new studio album from him this year as he will shift focus to nurture the musical careers of his sons, Tatenda and Esau, collectively known as the Cheso Boys. This decision, one of his New Year’s resolutions, marks a significant transition for an artist who…

JANUARY is traditionally considered a quiet month in Zimbabwe’s entertainment scene, with many artists including sungura kingpin Alick Macheso taking their annual break. However, some performers such as Dendera music crooner Suluman “Sulu” Chimbetu are challenging this norm, claiming the “January disease” is merely a myth. “The notion that January is financially difficult is no…

AWARD-WINNING gospel artist Everton Mlalazi, who garnered acclaim in 2024 for his distinctive sound and captivating stage presence, is more determined than ever to push the boundaries of his artistry. As 2025 unfolds, Mlalazi is excited to venture into fresh creative endeavours, announcing a roster of upcoming projects. “We are grateful to the Almighty for…

HARARE is set to come alive tonight as the much-anticipated “A Night of Thanksgiving (ANOT)” concert takes centre stage at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC). The event which promises an evening of spiritual upliftment and celebration — organised by renowned gospel artiste Janet Manyowa — will feature a stellar line-up of local and international…

AS THE New Year begins, local artists, creatives, and industry leaders are setting their sights on achieving greater milestones in 2025. Here is a glimpse into their plans and aspirations: Miss Nature Kudzai Matizha I believe that being crowned comes with the profound responsibility of inspiring and uplifting others, especially young girls. Growing up, I…