By Ashely Moyo AFTER 14 years of trying to escape his late famous father’s shadow, sungura musician Peter ‘Young Igwe’ Moyo has realised that it is a near-impossible mission. Young Igwe’s father — Tongai succumbed to cancer on October 15, 2015, leaving the then inexperienced 21-year-old with the onerous task of carrying on his father’s…
Ashley MoyoSENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITERmoyoa@dailynews.co.zw COMEDIAN Tinashe “This Is It” Fortune says his sold-out previous shows have inspired the second leg of The New School shows. Hosted by Tha Slick Pastor, the second edition — set to take place on February 27 at Jasen Mphepo Little Theatre in Harare — will see the comedian sharing the…
TELEVANGELIST Miracle Paul firmly believes that blessings are not meant to be hoarded but shared. This comes as the highly influential preacher continues to make a significant impact through charitable work, including funding the education of hundreds of disadvantaged children and assisting struggling members of society on a daily basis. “I have seen children dropping…
By Nyasha Kunyiswa kunyiswan@dailynews.co.zw JAH Prayzah brought the house down with a spectacular three-hour concert, delivering a top-notch performance that sent the thousands in attendance into raptures on Thursday night. Dubbed “Three Hours of Jah Prayzah”, the event held at 7 Arts in Avondale in the capital, also featured Nyasha David the ladies man, drawing…
Ashley MoyoSENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITERmoyoa@dailynews.co.zw AFRO-FUSION star Irene Mutangadura and her Heartbeat crew recently released two new tracks, New Day and Jesu Mupenyu, which are making waves across all digital platforms. Mutangadura expressed her delight at the positive response from her fans after unveiling her latest work. “I am pleased with the positive feedback I am…
ENTERTAINMENT WRITERS SHOWGROUND East End Hall will be the place to be tonight as Grammy Award-winning gospel singer and songwriter Joel Barnes joins Nigerian singersongwriter and rapper Limoblaze for the highly-anticipated Young and Chosen Africa Tour concert. Barnes, known for his work with Maverick City Music, released his debut solo album The Good Shepherd in…
Progress Chaya chayap@dailynews.co.zw CELEBRATED South African DJ and producer Thabang ‘‘Thakzin’’ Mathebula will be one of the headliners at the Carpe Diem Festival to be held in Harare on May 17. The Carpe Diem festival, which is held twice a year, brings together top international DJs to share the stage with leading local wheel spinners….
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…
AS ANTICIPATION builds for the upcoming National Arts Merit Awards (Nama), top musicians Jah Prayzah and Shashl have been confirmed as the main headliners for the prestigious event, set to take place on March 1 at Harare Hippodrome. This year’s edition, themed “Afrofuturism,” will also feature a lineup that includes rising stars such as Bagga,…
By Progress Chaya chayap@dailynews.co.zw THE Write Space, a platform for writers, readers, and publishers, is set to host its next edition on February 22 at Alliance Française de Harare, marking a venue change from its previous location at Ela The Garden. The move reflects the event’s continued growth since its inception in November 2023. “The…
