THE iconic statue of Mbuya Nehanda in Harare has inspired new local awards aimed at recognising outstanding entrepreneurs and businesses across the country. The inaugural awards — National Business Excellence Awards — will take place on March 15 at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC). “Our motivation for launching these awards was inspired by the…
FOR many February is the month of love but not System Tazvida’s widow, Barbara Mabuyaye. The Anodyiwa Haataure hit-maker died 26 years ago on February 4 at the age of 31, leaving Birchenough Bridgebred Barbara broken-hearted. While many women look forward to February with glee in anticipation of gifts such as bouquets of flowers or…
RENOWNED filmmaker Rebecca Green from the American Film Showcase is heading to Harare this month to conduct a workshop for local film producers. Green, whose 2015 films It Follows and I’ll See You in My Dreams collectively grossed a total of US$30 million worldwide, will run the workshop from March 3 to 6 as part…
ZIMDANCEHALL star Killer T has cemented his status as a powerhouse in the music industry, with his hit single Kana Ndanyura dominating local radio charts throughout 2024. Released seven months ago, the track has been crowned the year’s best song on multiple radio stations, including those under state broadcasters. “We are humbled by this recognition….
ZIMDANCEHALL artiste King Shaddy has once again caused a stir with his latest track Baltazar, inspired by the shocking scandal surrounding Equatorial Guinea’s senior civil servant, Baltasar Engonga. Featuring fellow Zimdancehall artiste Silent Killer, Baltazar appears on the surface to glorify Engonga’s promiscuous behaviour. “We were all shocked by what the Equatorial Guinea man did,”…
CHIEDZA Simbo has become a prominent figure in human rights advocacy and community engagement, especially noted for her impactful tenure with the Zimbabwe Women Lawyers Association (ZWLA). Our Lifestyle Editor, Vasco Chaya, caught up with Simbo to discuss her current work and future aspirations. Here are highlights from their conversation. Q: It’s been a decade…
THOUSANDS of souls were won to Christ on Sunday in Chitungwiza, as popular preacher Miracle Paul celebrated his birthday in a profound and spiritual manner. Known for his hilarious and dynamic preaching style, Miracle Paul, instead of a lavish personal celebration, he chose to focus on his mission, using the occasion to lead people to…
DRUG abuse is a serious issue in society, and everyone should take part in combating this growing menace, a popular preacher has urged . This call to action by cleric Miracle Paul comes after several teenagers struggling with drug addiction were brought to his church service on Sunday— at Unit L Community Hall in Chitungwiza…
IN THE bustling streets of Chitungwiza, where vendors line the roadsides with their vibrant displays of fruits, vegetables, and other goods, one woman’s story stands out as a testament to resilience and faith. For seven years, Susan Dikiyana, a 32-year-old mother of three, has weathered the ups and downs of life as a vendor, determined…
SINCE the turn of the millennium, Zimbabwe has been a hub for religious solutions thanks to the emergency of influential preachers such as Emmanuel Makandiwa, Uebert Angel and Walter Magaya among others. The majority of trailblazing preachers are young but they command amazing crowds mainly because of their reported ability to predict future events and…
