LEGENDARY Imbube ensemble Black Umfolosi has been honoured by President Emmerson Mnangagwa for their timeless hit, “Unity.” Released in the 1980s, the song has become synonymous with Zimbabwe’s Unity Holidays and continues to resonate with people across the nation. “We are honouring the Black Umfolosi ensemble for their song ‘Unity,’ which has stood the test…
THE Crown Gospel Awards founder and Ukhozi FM presenter, Zanele Mbokazi Nkambule, has died. She died early on Monday morning following a long battle with lung cancer and she was 52. Her family says she died at Parklands Hospital in Durban. They have thanked supporters for their prayers, love and kindness during her illness. Zanele…
THE Dancers Association of Zimbabwe (DAZ) president, Hapaguti Mapimhidze, has strongly criticised music promoters for exploiting local dancers, citing widespread abuse and unethical practices in the industry. Mapimhidze revealed that many promoters demand sexual favours in exchange for performance opportunities, and some fail to pay dancers the agreed-upon fees after performances. He emphasised that dancing…
AMERICAN gospel music stars Maverick City and Kirk Franklin will tonight descend on the Glamis Arena in Harare for the highly-anticipated Kingdom World Tour. The concert will feature the famous Joyful Praise Choir (JPC) supporting the American stars alongside Ezekiel Paul, Vocal EX and Covenant Praise who have replaced Tembalami, The Unveiled, Takesure Zama and…
AS the country will be celebrating the Heroes Day today with major proceedings at the National Heroes Acre, the showbiz players have also lined up special gigs that beckons the nation to pause, reflect, and stand united in honour of liberation war heroes and heroines. Below is the list of some of the gigs: Ruwa…
BULAWAYO-BORN JoyRukanza is a very creative artist whose music defies characterisation. JoyRukanza’s out-of-the-box music fuses diverse music elements such as hip-hop, new wave, soul, indie, and even Zimbabwe’s own sungura music, which she says inspired the story-telling in her songs. The larger-than-life musician, who has a weakness for the colour green, has extraordinary word-play skills…
BY EMMANUEL MARAMBE INFLUENTIAL Nigerian cleric Paul David, who submits to the “anointing” of the late televangelist T.B Joshua, is looking forward to his second visit to Zimbabwe next month. Preparations for the two-day “TB Joshua Legacy Crusade” set for the City Sports Centre between September 6 and 7 in Harare are well on course…
A GROUND-BREAKING weeklong exhibition meant to showcase the artistic talents of young Zimbabweans kicked off at the National Gallery of Zimbabwe yesterday. Titled ‘Africa Alive! Uncovering Africa through Young Eyes,’ the dynamic showcase, curated by the Kids’ African History Club, features a diverse range of artwork exploring Africa’s rich and complex history, from ancient civilisations…
Ashley Moyo SENIOR LIFESTYLE WRITER moyoa@dailynews.co.zw TOP jazz musicians will share the stage at the second edition of the A Century of Jazz concert set for Zimbabwe Germany Society in Harare on August 23. The event meant to celebrate jazz music, themed Golden Era of Jazz and organised by jazz maestro Josh Meck, will feature Clive…
Progress Chaya chayap@dailynews.co.zw THE Eye of Calvary Foundation has announced plans to increase its support for the elderly and less-privileged students this December. The foundation, which operates under the Ranaka Legal Aid Trust, has set to assist more than 150 elderly individuals this year, up from 25 last year. “The registration process for additional beneficiaries…
