AS Women’s Month draws to a close, the spotlight turns to the upcoming third edition of the All-Female Artist Awards, a celebration dedicated to honouring the achievements of women in the arts.Founded by Sarah Dee, the awards slated for Maka’s Sip n Eatery in the capital aim to create a platform that recognises and uplifts…
A NEW play— Running on Empty – which explores the blurred lines between truth, performance and ambition, is currently showing at the Reps Theatre in the capital.The production, which runs until Saturday, marks the venue’s 808th staging since it opened in 1931, underscoring its long-standing role in Zimbabwe’s theatre industry.“Running on Empty tells the story…
Senior Entertainment Writer BULAWAYO is set to come alive next month as 10 South African artistes take to the stage at the forthcoming Harris Festival. The festival, scheduled for April 25, promises an electrifying celebration of music and culture, with a strong Amapiano line-up featuring Scotts Maphuma, Kamo Mphela, Cowboii, Jazzworx, Thukuthela, Tracy, Thatohatsi, NaakMusiq…
LISTENING to Grace Wave’s trending gospel tracks, including the hit Ndakainamatira Nyaya Iyoyi, it is clear that the industry’s landscape is shifting rapidly under the influence of artificial intelligence (AI).AI-generated songs have quickly become part of everyday life, blaring from kombis, hair salons and even nightclubs — an unusual crossover for gospel music.The track’s viral…
SONGBIRD Feli Nandi is setting her sights on one of the country’s biggest stages as she prepares for a historic performance at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC).The 4 500-seater venue, which has previously hosted top local acts such as Winky D, Janet Manyowa and Jah Prayzah, now stands as the next big challenge for…
IN CELEBRATION of World Theatre Day, Reps Theatre, in collaboration with the International Theatre Institute Zimbabwe Centre, will host the Raise the Curtain Karaoke Night in Belgravia.Reps Theatre manager Sabelo Nyoni said the event is expected to attract people from all walks of life.“We are excited to be hosting this spectacular evening dedicated to music…
I AM deeply disturbed by what happened to musician Paradzai Mesi this past Saturday, when a motorist struck him and fled the scene.The incident left him with a fractured leg, a cruel twist in a life that has already seen its share of hardship.His daughter, Emelda Mesi, confirmed the accident and revealed that he has…
THE Zimbabwe Red Cross Society (ZRCS) has launched its Strategic Plan (2026-2030), placing communities, wellbeing and resilience at the centre of its vision for the next five years.At a time when many Zimbabweans continue to navigate the effects of climate change, economic strain and public health challenges, the organisation says its renewed focus is on…
GOSPEL artiste Tembalami is set to take his Fire in Every City tour to Bulawayo tomorrow, with a performance lined up at Wealthy Word International.The tour, which has been billed as a spiritual showcase, will see the musician and a team of supporting acts spreading a message of hope and redemption to audiences in various…
ZIMDANCEHALL power couple Maloti and Hulengende have been cited in Parliament over allegations of promoting drug and substance abuse on social media, as lawmakers push for tighter regulation of harmful online content.The intervention comes amid growing calls for authorities to strengthen oversight of digital platforms, with legislators urging decisive action against offenders regardless of their…
