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Guruve hotel to host heroes gala

Various artistes will be performing at Guruve Hotel on Saturday at a gala dubbed "Gamba Remumhanzi."Zimbabwe Broadcasting Cooperation (ZBC), National FM radio presenter Rabson Umali will be the Master of Ceremony at the event.Musicians per…

Published: 08 Aug 2024 at 16:32hrs | 394 | by Paul Ndou

Bango introduces Ladies of the night party

Mvurwi-based man of the moment Blessing Bango Kamudyariwa yesterday introduced ladies night gig at his Mzansi lounge club in Mvurwi dubbed China Chemadzimai.The music promoter is adding value daily at his newly opened club.He told this pub…

Published: 24 May 2024 at 11:54hrs | 164 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Stone and Water Resort unleashes Zimdancehall versus Sungura bash

Popular leisure spot Stone and Water Resort in Mvurwi is hosting a Zimdancehall versus Sungura Bashment on Christmas day.The bash will feature high-riding King Shaddy and Culture love in the Zimdancehall genre while rising Sungura musician…

Published: 24 Dec 2023 at 17:35hrs | 32 | by Paul Ndou

Musicians flock at journalist's birthday bash

A number of musicians are lined up at the Prominent freelance journalist Simbarashe "indaba boss" Sithole's birthday Bashment at Guruve hotel tomorrow.The bashment was organized by Guruve hotel owner Monica "Mai Mabhena" Chikanda.Speaking …

Published: 22 Sep 2023 at 16:02hrs | 19 | by Ndou Paul

Afro-jazz sensation Berita to perform at Zimfest Live

The Bulawayo-born 'queen of soul' will serenade crowds at this year's annual festival taking place at the weekendSouth Africa-based Zimbabwean musician Berita has joined a glowing lineup of artists who will perform at Zimfest Live this wee…

Published: 25 Jul 2023 at 09:55hrs | 18 | by Tidi Kwidini

Mai Mabhena throws end of year party

Music promoter and Guruve businesswoman Monica "Mai Mabhena" Chikanda is throwing an end of year party tomorrow at her giant Guruve hotel.Mai Mabhena is hosting a number of musicians at the party like Jah Lemmy of Guruve Arts marimba ensem…

Published: 30 Dec 2022 at 07:52hrs | 18 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Mbo Mahocs to host ZimAchievers SA event

Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA) have announced television personality and socialite Mbo Mahocs as the host of the ZororoPhumulani ZAA SA Awards Dinner Gala set for Saturday 5 December at The Venue Melrose Arch, in Johannesburg.The award-wi…

Published: 03 Dec 2020 at 16:37hrs | 14 | by Agencies

Zimfest delivers another 'phenomenal' festival

Every summer, Zimfest Live is the epicenter of the Zimbabwean music and arts scene and for a third consecutive year, it did not disappoint.The popular southern African festival takes 'musiophiles' on a journey of eclectic music. It has als…

Published: 07 Aug 2019 at 16:28hrs | 11 | by Tidi Kwidini

All set for ZimAchievers Canada Edition

Zimbabwe Achievers Awards International have announced that all is set for the inaugural edition of the ZAA Canada Awards Dinner Gala set to take place this Saturday the 29th June at Radisson Hotel in Edmonton.The Canadian edition will rol…

Published: 28 Jun 2019 at 11:51hrs | 16 | by Agencies

'Bukalanga Gathering 2019 Will Be Spectacular' - Organisers

Organisers of the UK annual cultural event dubbed the Bukalanga Gathering have emphasised that this year's event will not only be interesting but will also be unique and special. Speaking to Bulawayo24 News, Difa WaJapi promised fireworks …

Published: 26 Apr 2019 at 06:42hrs | 17 | by Titshabona Malaba Ncube

9th Anniversary ZAA UK Nominees Out

The Zimbabwe Achievers Awards UK (ZAA UK) have released the much anticipated list of nominees for the 9thAnniversary ZAA UK event set for Saturday 25 May 2019 in London at The Millennium Gloucester Hotel, London, 4-18 Harrington Gardens, K…

Published: 02 Apr 2019 at 09:28hrs | 13 | by Agencies

Community initiative to celebrate Bulawayo's history

It has been 120 years since Bulawayo was first declared a municipal town and as the anniversary approaches, a UK community initiative called, Vuka Bulawayo Vuka (wake up Bulawayo wake up), are organising an event to celebrate the City of K…

Published: 24 Sep 2018 at 07:38hrs | 17 | by Tidi Kwidini

#ZIWA2018: The Nominees are Here!

The shortlisted nominees for the highly anticipated 5th Zimbabwe International Women's Awards, more popularly known as 'The ZIWAs', have been announced.The ZIWAs were founded in 2013 to celebrate and recognise the unsung heroines in the Zi…

Published: 16 Aug 2018 at 07:51hrs | 12 | by Molah Media

Zimfest Live 2018 to feature Sulu and Takura as they announce more acts

Dendera star, Sulumani Chimbetu and singer-songwriter Takura have been added to the long list of talent that will perform at Kempton Park Racecourse on 11 August.The stars join Killer T, Stunner, Zee Guveya and Sungura Magic, which feature…

Published: 17 Jul 2018 at 11:42hrs | 14 | by Tidi Kwidini

Nelson Mandela's golden hand casts sell for $10m in bitcoin

Canadian crypto-currency exchange firm Arbitrade bought four casts from South African businessman Malcolm Duncan ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia - Gold castings of the hands of South Africa's first black President Nelson Mandela have been sold for $…

Published: 28 Mar 2018 at 11:44hrs | 16 | by APO

Zim Achievers to honour Hugh Masekela

Hugh Masekela, the late music icon will be honoured posthumously at the South African edition of the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA) being held in April in Sandton, Johannesburg.The award is set to be presented to his family by long-time f…

Published: 28 Mar 2018 at 11:39hrs | 10 | by Tidi Kwidini

Deadline approaches for Zim Achievers Awards nominations

LONDON - The deadline for nominations for the South African and UK editions of the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA) is fast approaching, with organisers encouraging the public to continue to nominate across the board.Nominations for the Sou…

Published: 14 Feb 2018 at 19:34hrs | 10 | by Tidi Kwidini

Hundreds attend WeCAN Sports and Arts Festival in Gwanda

Over 900 people braved the rainy weather to attend the We CAN Sports and Arts festival held at Stanmore in Gwanda Ward 4 over the weekend.The event was organised by Habakkuk Trust to encourage young people to be active in decision making a…

Published: 08 Feb 2018 at 11:47hrs | 13 | by Stephen Jakes

Bulawayo wins Miss Tourism licence?

MISS Tourism Zimbabwe is back and veteran modelling instructor, actress and beautician, Sarah Mpofu, is likely to be running the show, The Sunday Mail Society has learnt.The pageant failed to take place last year after the Zimbabwe Tourism…

Published: 04 Feb 2018 at 08:03hrs | 14 | by Staff Reporter

Kalawa Homecoming pandemonium

IT was meant to be the event of the year but in the end it was characterised by shoddy preparations and a weak line-up that left many questioning if the Kalawa Homecoming would be ever be the same again.Every year in December like clockwor…

Published: 31 Dec 2017 at 08:35hrs | 12 | by Stephen Jakes

Manyange crowned Miss Legacy Zimbabwe

TWENTY-YEAR-OLD model Tapuwanashe Manyange was on Saturday crowned Miss Legacy Zimbabwe queen, shrugging off stiff competition from 14 other contestants at a poorly attended event at 7 Arts Theatre in Harare.The Hwange-based model, who is …

Published: 25 Dec 2017 at 07:40hrs | 10 | by Staff Reporter

USA delivers another success ZimAchievers Event

ZAA Founder Conrad Mwanza expressed delight after yet another successful Zimachievers event, this time in Dallas, Texas on Saturday 11th November 2017 at the Prestigious Intercontinental Hotel."Putting such events together is not easy, it …

Published: 13 Nov 2017 at 12:36hrs | 16 | by Agencies

Another 1st for ZAA as Zimachievers Australia Successfully held

Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA) Australia got off to a remarkable start , as Zimbabweans from different parts of Australia converged to the South Australian City of Adelaide. The Inaugural Zimbabwe Achievers Awards was held on Saturday 28t…

Published: 30 Oct 2017 at 07:10hrs | 16 | by Agencies

Zim hip hop awards - I am Hip hop!

The awards will take place on the 9th of December in Bulawayo for the first time in 7 years under the theme 'I AM HIP HOP', which is a push for artists to embrace their identity and push the culture forward .Date: Saturday 9 December 2017 …

Published: 24 Oct 2017 at 10:45hrs | 16 | by Agencies

All set for the inaugural ZAA Australia ceremony

Zimbabweans living in Australia are being encouraged to be part of this historic night of glitz and glamor, at the prestigious Hilton Adelaide Hotel on Saturday 28 October 2017.Last minute limited tickets are available on the ZAA official …

Published: 23 Oct 2017 at 07:11hrs | 18 | by ZAA International Executive: Mr Trevor Manyame

A Triple ceremony at Amagugu to commemorate life of Bowen Rees

There was pomp and ceremony at Amagugu International Heritage Centre (AIHC) when, recently , as Amagugu hoisted its flag and commissioned a memorial in honour of Reverend Bowen Rees and a gallery whose inaugural exhibition featured the lif…

Published: 17 Oct 2017 at 05:48hrs | 21 | by Stephen Jakes

Zimbabwe clueless on how to leverage foreign relations

MDC-T deputy secretary general Tapiwa Mashakada has said Zimbabwean authorities have no idea on how to leverage the nation's relations to improve the economy and trade.The remarks come at a time when the country is facing a parch in the ec…

Published: 26 Aug 2017 at 07:58hrs | 23 | by Stephen Jakes

U.S. brings Hollywood gaffer to Zimbabwe film festival

The United States Embassy is proud to support the participation of Hollywood lighting designer, gaffer and cinematographer Christian Epps at this year's Zimbabwe International Film Festival (ZIFF) and the International Images Film Festival…

Published: 26 Aug 2017 at 07:43hrs | 15 | by Stephen Jakes

ZAA Australia Date and Venue announced

The Zimbabwe Achievers Awards International has announced the 28 October as the date of the debut Australian version of the globally-spreading award series. The Awards will be held at the beautiful Hilton Hotel Adelaide. Tickets are availa…

Published: 16 Jul 2017 at 10:03hrs | 13 | by Agencies

WATCH: Bulawayo Arts Awards (BAAZ) 2017

Bulawayo Arts Awards

Published: 30 Jun 2017 at 22:31hrs | 21 | by Staff Reporter

Family Fun Day in UK (Billing Aquadrome, Northampton)

A Family Fun Day, Summer BBQ event is to take place at the lakeside of Billing Aquadrome Northampton (NN3 9DA). The event which is scheduled for Saturday 24th of June 2017 from 1pm till late has been put together by youths across the Unite…

Published: 11 Jun 2017 at 22:52hrs | 10 | by Vusi & Becky

Upcoming Kalanga gathering gathers momentum in UK

On the 1st July, all roads lead to Nottingham for the annual Bukalanga Gathering event. As they say in Kalanga 'Akuto dan'wa uno dabila', (akubizwa ozwayo) Bakalanga are inviting all culture lovers based in the UK and beyond to attend this…

Published: 08 Jun 2017 at 13:29hrs | 11 | by Staff Reporter

Scores of people gather for National FM road show

Scores of people gathered at Guruve growth point to grace National FM road show on Saturday.People came as far as Chidodo Mushumbi to be part of the crowd.A clear indication that people have nothing to do than to just kill time and wait fo…

Published: 04 Jun 2017 at 11:46hrs | 13 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Ezra Sibanda among Community Pioneers honoured at Zim Achievers - FULL 2017 Winners List

Renowned Broadcaster Ezra Sibanda was among those honoured by ZAA Chairman Conrad Mwanza at the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards held at the Cumberland hotel in London on Saturday.Sibanda said that he was both humbled and honoured to be recognise…

Published: 08 May 2017 at 13:35hrs | 15 | by Arts Correspondent

Andy Brown's son among performers leading this years Zim Achievers entertainment line up

The Zimbabwe Achievers Awards is known for introducing new talent to the fore every year, and this year's awards ceremony will be no different. The organisers have chosen to feature mainly up and coming talent at the 7th edition of the awa…

Published: 01 May 2017 at 21:20hrs | 14 | by Arts Correspondent

WATCH: Sungura dancers on a Friday night in Harare

Star bright band live @ pafiyo open space Highfield Harare (Friday night). They just sample any song as per request from fans

Published: 28 Apr 2017 at 21:53hrs | 23 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Closure of night club a big blow to sex workers

The prominent Saratoga night club has reportedly closed due to insolvency.The club which was being run by the Zimbabwean musician Taurai Bryn Muteki aka "Sekuru Tau"in Harare Highfield Machipisa business Centre.Being the hunting ground for…

Published: 28 Apr 2017 at 18:56hrs | 21 | by Simbarashe Sithole

International artists perform on NMB Bank Day at HIFA

NMB Bank is sponsoring day three (May 4) of the Harare International Festival of the Arts (HIFA), an annual festival that showcases local, regional and international artistic talent. International and regional stars performing on NMB Bank …

Published: 26 Apr 2017 at 08:03hrs | 18 | by Agencies

Zimbabwe Achievers Awards UK announces 2017 nominees

THE Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA) nominee shortlist is out and, like the last six years, it keeps producing bright, brilliant and extraordinary Zimbabweans excelling in the UK.Organisers of the high profile event announced over 80 nomine…

Published: 17 Mar 2017 at 09:37hrs | 15 | by Agencies

Zim Achievers announce new awards category as nominations deadline approaches

LONDON: The Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA) has announced an exciting new category for the seventh edition as the deadline for the 2017 nominations looms.The Music Video of the Year award is the latest gong to be added to the list, and wit…

Published: 21 Feb 2017 at 23:11hrs | 16 | by Agencies

Mbira Star Hope Masike to Headline Zim Achievers South Africa

Zimbabwe's mbira sensation, Hope Masike is this year's main attraction for the third edition of the South African version of the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA), taking place at the renowned Maslow Hotel in Sandton, Johannesburg on the 10t…

Published: 02 Dec 2016 at 09:12hrs | 15 | by Tidi Kwidini

Weekend entertainment diary Bulawayo, Harare

Bulawayo diary  NUST National University of Science and Technology student representative council in partnership with WerasEntertainment tonight host the annual university's graduation bash at the university's campus featuring several…

Published: 04 Nov 2016 at 09:40hrs | 18 | by Thobekile Zhou

Zimbabwe Achievers South Africa Reveal 2016 Contenders

NOMINEES for the 2016 South African edition of the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards have been announced with the winners to be revealed at a gala dinner scheduled for the 10th of December in Sandton.Organisers of the high profile event announced …

Published: 31 Oct 2016 at 18:01hrs | 17 | by Art Correspondent

Watch Ginimbi all white party

#AllWhiteParty

Published: 20 Oct 2016 at 23:40hrs | 12 | by Staff Reporter

Leeds based student Thelma Khupe to represent Zimbabwe at Miss Teen Africa

She is bright, brilliant, a barrister in the making, and at 17, she is ready to take on the world.Leeds student, Thelma Khupe will this year represent Zimbabwe in the Miss Teen Africa Beauty Pageant taking place in London in December.Thelm…

Published: 18 Oct 2016 at 01:20hrs | 13 | by Tidi Kwidini

Highlanders represents our Ndebele Kingdom

JOHANNESBURG - The most precious thing the Mthwakazi descendants possess; Highlanders FC, represents the soon to re-emerge Ndebele Kingdom, thousands of followers recently learned. Speaking at the 'BOSSO @ 90, Celebrating our heritage' eve…

Published: 14 Oct 2016 at 06:46hrs | 22 | by Vusmann

Mthwakazi Queens UK to host Christmas party

We are inviting all Mthwakazi Queens in the UK to our Christmas party on SATURDAY  5TH NOVEMBER 2016. First come first serve Deadline 28/10/16. Book your seat now we won't be taking payment on the day. Venue 200 sitting (Ladies only)&…

Published: 11 Oct 2016 at 14:36hrs | 22 | by Sithule N Tshuma

Johannesburg International Comedy Festival Announces Impressive Line-Up

Talent this year includes local comedians Tumi Morake, John Vlismas, Joey Rasdien, Celeste Ntuli, Kagiso Lediga, Conrad Koch & Chester Missing, Tats Nkonzo the Goliaths and many more performing alongside acts from Australia, USA, Niger…

Published: 09 Oct 2016 at 21:16hrs | 16 | by Staff Reporter

Victoria Falls carnival preps begin

Preparations for the 2016 edition of the Jameson Victoria Falls Carnival to be held at the end of December in Victoria Falls have kicked off with optimism that the previous year`s record arrival of 6000 tourists will be surpassed.The annua…

Published: 04 Oct 2016 at 19:11hrs | 11 | by Staff Reporter

Bosso celebrations continues

JOHANNESBURG - Glorious Bulawayo giants; Highlanders FC will again be the centre of attraction in a hugely anticipated event set to be held here in Johannesburg.Dubbed 'I team yezwe lonke' for their millions of supporters spread across the…

Published: 29 Sep 2016 at 06:44hrs | 14 | by Vusmann

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