VIVACIOUS Karen Zvikomborero Katsande (21) was crowned Miss University of Zimbabwe (UZ) 2023 over the weekend after shrugging off the challenge from 14 other girls. The second year creative design, animation and motion graphics student beat Sandra Ndlovu into second place with Nichola Mafuva landing the second runner up position. The 21 year old beauty,…
By Ashley Moyo FILM-MAKER Pride Mutarangani has released a trailer for his upcoming documentary which focuses on the struggle a girl child goes through during her period. Titled unPadded: Exploring Period Poverty in Zimbabwe, the soon-to-released documentary explores, among other things, the lack of access to sanitary products and menstrual hygiene education. Mutarangani said he was…
SELMOR Mtukudzi delivered an epic performance on the second day of the Jazz and Soul of Zimbabwe Festival which was held over the weekend at Sherwood Golf Club in the capital. From her songs such as Hangasa and Bvubvuru to timeless classics of her late father Oliver Mtukudzi, Selmor surely understood the assignment. She kept…
Tanyanyiwa MugwijiOWN CORRESPONDENT JOURNALIST Margret Chinowaita has released her debut novel titled Whispers of the Awakening. The novel portrays the harsh realities of ghetto life in Zimbabwe through the eyes of two women who are themselves battling to survive and find meaning in their existence. They are friends and neighbours in Unit K, Chitungwiza, a…
HARARE joint, Theatre in the Park, has lined up an international climate change focused theatre play titled ‘How is the Weather?’ on Wednesday. The play is courtesy of Bulawayo based Iyasa and German’s Theatre Strahl. “The play is innovative and thought provoking. It delves into the urgent issue of climate change, offering a powerful and…
REGGAE band UB40, featuring original lead singer Ali Campbell, made a triumphant return to Zimbabwe on Thursday night with an electric performance watched live by a mature multi-racial crowd. The iconic band, which last toured Zimbabwe about 40 years ago, kicked off its set with 1990 hit Here I Am (Come and Take Me), off the…
SHERWOOD Golf Club Africa Day celebrations, which hosted various artistes, was a huge success as hundreds of music lovers graced the occasion. Among those who played during the event, held in Harare on Thursday, are Hope Masike, Nutty O, Vee Mhofu and Dadza D. Sherwood Golf Club manager Yasini Dhala expressed excitement about the success…
Progress Chaya chayap@dailynews.co.zw A NEW talent search show, Youth Talent, has been formed to promote and develop artistic talent in Bindura and surrounding areas. The show is jointly organised by the ministry of Arts, National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (Nacz), National Dance Association of Zimbabwe and sponsored by Bindura North legislator Kenneth Musanhi. “It is…
MUSICIANS Shingai Shonhiwa and Bryan Kadengu teamed up for a single Harare to Mutare meant to celebrate Africa Day. The track was released on Thursday when Africa Day was commemorated. “Harare to Mutare is a dedication to Africa Day and it’s about two childhood friends that get separated and then reconnect years later in their old ages,” Kadengu…
TOP rapper Holy Ten is returning to Kwekwe tomorrow for a Pressure Masquerade party pencilled for Gulez Gardens. The event will also feature Templeman, The Groove band and DJ Fydale the Don among others. Trevor Dongo back in Bindura RnB singer Trevor Dongo will share the stage with Garry Mapanzure, Chillspot family, Herman and Gidzaboy…
