HARARE – A freelance photojournalist based in Harare, Davina Jogi is opening a showcase entitled “The Cycle”, a photographic exhibition about water and sanitation in the city of Harare, at the National art Gallery of Zimbabwe in Harare from October 13 to November 19. Jogi focuses on telling daily life stories about Zimbabwe that are…
HARARE – Saturday night turned into a blissful encounter as music superstar Oliver Mtukudzi aka Tuku led a classic act by solo performers who graced his annual Pakare Paye SPAR Solo Festival. The night, which also surprised audiences with its chilly weather, witnessed a vibrant and growing festival that has for the past six years…
HARARE – Pole dancing pioneer Zoey Sifelani who was recently arrested over “public indecency” is now trying her hand in music. Zoey who introduced the pole dancing frenzy to Zimbabwe’s nightlife told the Daily News that she was expanding her showbiz experience by getting into music. “We started recording a few weeks ago and I…
HARARE – It is that time of the year again when the small town of Norton vibrates to solo guitar sounds from performances by some of the country’s best known musicians. Taking place at Norton’s Pakare Paye Arts Centre, the annual SPAR Solo Fest Pakare Paye is always a joy to watch as established singers…
HARARE – Dancehall “doctor” Freeman is scheduled to perform at the Zula Bar in Cape Town on October 6. Freeman, who stormed onto Zimbabwe’s entertainment scene with the song Joina City is moving ahead and gaining popularity. He is currently on demand and is one of the most-played musicians at the moment. His songs are…
HARARE – Renowned stone sculptor Lazarus Takawira’s sculptures have over the years managed to promote the female image and issues affecting women. Today collectors and buyers from all over the world beat down the dirt road leading to his farm studio in Ruwa, 30 kilometres from Harare — all in search of his priced female…
HARARE – Superstar musician Oliver Mtukudzi will grace the 16th edition of Poetry Africa Festival set for Durban, South Africa from October 15-20. Tuku, whose 60th birthday in September was matched by the release of his 61st-album, last performed at Poetry Africa in 2006 and this giant of the music world will certainly set the…
HARARE – One of Zimbabwe’s greatest musicians to emerge from Bulawayo, Lovemore Majaivana was honoured at the Mporiro Arts Festival held in Canterbury, United Kingdom (UK) last weekend. Majaivana was granted a Life Time Achievement Award in the music industry in absentia. His cousin Ralf Mguni received the award on his behalf. The festival is…
HARARE – All roads will lead to Chikwanha Hotel for Mr Ugly Chitungwiza pageant set for October 14. Hilarious Apama Styles frontman David Machowa fondly referred to as Apama in the showbiz circles is the main man behind the event. “All is set for the pageant and we are calling for more interested contestants,” said…
HARARE – Dendera fans, promoters and the Orchestra Dendera Kings band will join hands to honour Moffat “Mofela” Nyamupandu, the longest serving member of the group at Harare’s Jazz 105 on Friday. Suluman Chimbetu, the Orchestra Dendera Kings frontman confirmed the development. “Yes there is a party at Jazz 105 to honour Moffat,” said Chimbetu….
