Life & Arts

SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw FOLLOWING a tumultuous period marked by unforeseen challenges that led to the unfortunate cancellation of last year’s Zimbabwe Fashion Week (ZFW), a new board has been appointed to oversee this year’s edition. The newly-formed advisory board, tasked with guiding the non-profit organisation in its mission to develop, educate, and support Zimbabwe’s…

Anesu Mirisawu SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER mirisawua@dailynews.co.zw SOCIALITE Luminitsa Jemwa is among a select group of the A-listers from across the continent scheduled to attend the 10th anniversary of the Forbes Leading Women Summit to be held at Times Square, Pretoria tomorrow. The event, to be held as part of Women’s Month celebrations, will feature Nigerian…

Progress Chaya chayap@dailynews.co.zw TOP female music stars Dudu Manhenga, Prudence Katomeni-Mbofana and Hope Masike will share the stage at the Proweb Breeder’s Cup at Borrowdale Race Course on Sunday. The inaugural event, which will also feature songbirds Tariro neGitare, Thandi Dhlana and Anne Eastwood, will be held in celebration of International Women’s Day. Organised by…

ZIMDANCEHALL icon Winky D once again asserted his dominance in Zimbabwe’s music industry, securing the coveted People’s Choice Award at the 23rd edition of the National Arts Merit Awards (Nama), held at the Hippodrome in Braeside on Saturday. The star-studded event, organised by the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (Nacz) under the theme Afro-Futurism, also…

By Ashley MoyoSENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITER THE adage “no pain, no gain” perfectly encapsulates Pastor G’s two-year weight loss journey, which saw the soulful gospel singer shedding an impressive 84 kilogrammes through a rigorous fitness programme. Pastor G’s remarkable transformation, which began in 2022, has certainly not been a walk in the park. Starting at 200…

SONGBIRD Chipo Muchegwa has joined the growing list of divas who have ventured into business to supplement their earnings from music. The Norton-based artiste is on cloud nine after successfully opening a textile shop in Harare’s Dzivaresekwa suburb, offering bed covers and clothing. In addition, she has also launched a curated line of perfumes. “There…

FOLLOWING his explosive track Hello Mwari four years ago, Zimdancehall artiste Jah Master has released a new track, aiming to recapture the magic that made his previous release a viral sensation. Titled Handioni Oni, the track released on Thursday, is a testament to Jah Master’s growth as an artiste. “I drew inspiration for Handioni Oni…

AFRO-FUSION artiste Johane Nyarambi aka Drew JD is making waves on all social media platforms thanks to his new release Zvekumjolo and Missing You. Released a fortnight ago, the new release has received positive response from entertainment loving people. “I feel my music is evolving, especially in terms of relevancy. I am grateful to my…

Thembinkosi NyathiLIFESTYLE WRITERnyathit@dailynews.co.zw LOCAL stand-up comedians Allen Skits, Gosh Vines, MC Scala, and Chipenzi DaComedian are set to perform at The Journey Comedy Show to be held at Batanai Gardens in Harare. MC Scala told the Daily News yesterday that he was happy to carry his craft with such brilliant comedians on the line-up on…

Thembinkosi Nyathi LIFESTYLE WRITER nyathit@dailynews.co.zw THE country’s prestigious awards ceremony — the National Arts Merit Awards (Nama) — will take place tomorrow at Braeside’s Hippodrome joint in the capital. Themed Afro-Futurism, the Namas will feature a star-studded cast of performers in the form of Jah Prayzah and Shashl. The 23rd edition of Nama, organised by…