Life & Arts

LIFESTYLE EDITOR NYANGA has long been celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, cool climate and unspoilt natural beauty, but behind its reputation as one of the country’s cleanest destinations lies a growing community-driven effort to protect the environment.The town and surrounding areas have become a favourite destination for tourists seeking scenic views, fresh air and a…

ENTERTAINMENT WRITERS A SPIRIT-FILLED celebration awaits gospel music lov­ers tomorrow as the July Worship Festival brings together some of the country’s biggest worship ministers at Glamis Arena in the capital. Leading the star-studded line-up are Michael Mahendere and Vimbai Mahendere, The Char­ambas, Ellard and Sharon Man­yonganise, The Unveiled, Eleana Makombe, Gemma Griffiths and Misheck Mahendere….

SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER WITH heartbreak becoming all too common, songs about love, loss and healing continue to resonate with many, with songbird Shashl and Freeman tapping into that emotion through their latest collaboration, Heal, which is capturing attention. Released recently alongside captivating visuals, Heal, a heartfelt anthem explores the pain of broken promises, regret and…

Angela Mtombeni ENTERTAINMENT WRITER SOUTH Africa-based musician Joe “Local” Nyamungoma has released a new single titled “Nyika Yedu”, in­spired by the plight of Zimbabwean migrants affected by the ongoing anti-foreigner violence and evictions in South Africa. The song comes as scores of Zimbabweans have reportedly been forced to sleep in the open after be­ing driven…

Angela Mtombeni ENTERTAINMENT WRITER THE country’s comedy scene is set for an inter­national lift as acclaimed Ugandan comedian Hi­lary Okello headlines the Unboth­ered Special Edition at Rainbow Towers in Harare on July 12. Okello said his aim is to offer audiences far more than an evening of laughs by creating an experience that leaves them…

Anesu MirisawuSENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITERZIMDANCEHALL icon Winky D nailed the highly-anticipated Buddie Beatz Concert on Sunday evening, delivering a performance that left thousands of fans at Baobab Primary School in Victoria Falls singing long after the final act.Held after the Econet Victoria Falls Marathon, the concert drew a huge crowd eager to celebrate their physical marathon…

Angela MtombeniENTERTAINMENT WRITER MODEL Thabo Sibanda was crowned Mr Albinism Zimbabwe 2026, while Sithembile Kafesu walked away with the Miss Albinism Zimbabwe 2026 title after impressing the judges at the pageant held on Saturday in the capital.The event, held at Casino Marino at Long Cheng Plaza in Belvedere, marked the return of the Mr and…

 Anesu Mirisawu SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER WITH ongoing continental conver­sations around migration, belong­ing and rising afrophobic tensions across Africa and the diaspora, Malawi based artiste Carmen has released new single Aluta Continua, featuring internationally acclaimed vocalist and cultural activist Vusa Mkhaya. The singer described Aluta Continua as a stirring meditation on African identity, unity and deter­mination…