Columnist / Melissa mpofu
Andy Muridzo is a threat to Jah Prayzah
When I watched Andy Muridzo performing live in Bulawayo, it became clear why Jah Prayzah could not tolerate him – the guy is just too good.Jah Prayzah and his Military Touch Movement should ...Published: 14 May 2018 at 06:40hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Zodwa and carnival heartbreak
For once, it seemed the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) had hit the right chord by including South African socialite, Zodwa Wabantu on their list of carnival entertainers as excitement in the city ha...Published: 09 Sep 2017 at 09:43hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Miss World Zimbabwe cancelled
Zimbabwe, according to the Miss Zimbabwe Trust, has no beautiful girls fit to represent the country at the Miss World contest this year — something that has forced organisers of the Miss World Zimba...Published: 10 Sep 2016 at 08:13hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Gospel Music Festival to remain Gwanda event
PROUD organisers of the just ended Gwanda Gospel Music Festival say they have no intention of taking the concert to other parts of the country as they want it to remain exclusive to the mining town....Published: 30 Aug 2016 at 06:39hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Mzembi blasts fake prophets
Tourism and Hospitality Industry Minister, Walter Mzembi has blasted opposition activists for staging violent demonstrations in Harare last week saying their activities are affecting local tourism....Published: 29 Aug 2016 at 06:56hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Gospel Festival lights up Gwanda
Amazing gospel bliss!! This best sums up the just-ended Gwanda Gospel Music Festival.This was not an ordinary concert as it was world class – typical Durban July setup with all the glitz and...Published: 29 Aug 2016 at 06:54hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Ruvheneko's Platform canned by ZiFM!
POPULAR ZiFM Stereo personality Ruvheneko Parirenyatwa has opened up about being canned from her current affairs programme - The Platform.Ruvheneko was last heard presenting The Platform on Ma...Published: 18 Aug 2016 at 06:16hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Harare International Carnival postponed
THE Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) - organisers of the Harare International Carnival - have postponed the fete from September to October in order to give participating groups more time to prepare....Published: 17 Aug 2016 at 08:31hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Face of Zimbabwe finalists unveiled
ORGANISERS of the Black Opal Face of Zimbabwe (Bofoz) beauty pageant have unveiled this year's finalists.Eleven ladies - Nichola Carr, Zoe Mpofu, Samukeliso Ndlovu, Marcia Chigogo, Tabeth Nyah...Published: 17 Aug 2016 at 08:26hrs | 1 | by Melissa Mpofu
Jah Prayzah's star rises
Jah Prayzah seems to have struck the right chord with his latest music video – Watora Mari – on which he features Tanzania's Diamond Platnumz. The video which has gone viral on social medi...Published: 15 Aug 2016 at 06:54hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Jah Prayzah album launch tonight in Bulawayo
Bulawayo may want to brace for a massive influx of domestic tourists as a convoy of up to five buses and 200 cars makes its way to the city today for Jah Prayzah's album launch tonight.The par...Published: 13 Aug 2016 at 08:04hrs | 1 | by Melissa Mpofu
'Prostitutes, dancers jealous of me,' says Zoey
The queen of poles - Zoey Sifelani's popularity among male revellers has undeniably made her unpopular among fellow dancers and ladies of the night.This was evident during her recent visit to ...Published: 06 Jul 2016 at 06:39hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Nude haven in Bulawayo as strip club opens
SECURITY details at Private Lounge in Bulawayo had a tough time chasing away uninvited guests on Wednesday when the strip club hosted an exclusive party.The new club's management had invited t...Published: 03 Jun 2016 at 06:34hrs | 54 | by Melissa Mpofu
'Use social media to make money not gossip,' says DJ Sbu
INFORMATION Communication Technology (ICT) Minister Supa Mandiwanzira and South African businessman-cum-DJ – Sibusiso Leope (DJ Sbu) have urged youths to be innovative and find ways to make money us...Published: 24 May 2016 at 06:39hrs | 6 | by Melissa Mpofu
Tsvangirai among Africa's famous Blessers
MDC-T leader Morgan Tsvangirai was yesterday shortlisted as one of the most famous Blessers in Africa by dating site - Blesserfinder. The newly established social media page where women (Blessees) - m...Published: 17 May 2016 at 07:17hrs | 1 | by Melissa Mpofu
Jah Prayzah set to drop new album
Contemporary musician, Jah Prayzah is set to launch his seventh album, Mudhara Vachauya, in August.The artiste who is riding high on the success of his sixth, Jerusarema which carries hit trac...Published: 09 May 2016 at 06:33hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Wicknell buys Pokello's son stroller worth $1.4k
Pokello and Elikem's son is cruising in a latest, elegant and compact top-of-the-range pram.With a leather-look flair, the stroller, a Mima Xari Argento 2016 edition valued at $1,424 was bough...Published: 23 Apr 2016 at 08:06hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Thanks for song Seh Celaz, but no $20k says Wicknell
Dancehall chanter Seh Calaz may want to look for more innovative ways of making money as pompous businessman, Wicknell Chivayo yesterday made it clear he will not be giving him a penny for the praise ...Published: 21 Apr 2016 at 05:06hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
$100k for Macheso, $1 million for pirates
It is no secret, Alick Macheso's latest offering – Tsoka Dzerwendo released on Monday is the most sought after album, but it seems those outside Harare are being starved.While the idea of fl...Published: 23 Mar 2016 at 05:30hrs | 1 | by Melissa Mpofu/Walter Mswazie
List of NAMA Award winners
THEATRICAL production - Chimbwido Girl of War - was the biggest winner at the 2015 National Arts Merit Awards (Nama) held at 7 Arts Theatre in Harare at the weekend. Voted as last year's outstanding t...Published: 15 Feb 2016 at 05:37hrs | 15 | by Melissa Mpofu
Drama as Cal_Vin, Jnr Brown fight
Bulawayo rapper Calvin was the most affected because from the moment he set foot in Harare, it was one misfortune after another. On Saturday while rehearsing for his Nama performance the next day,...Published: 15 Feb 2016 at 05:35hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Third train for Vic Falls Carnival
ORGANISERS of the annual Jameson Vic Falls Carnival, Africa's most exciting New Year's festival, have added a third train to cater for the increased number of patrons expected to attend the event whic...Published: 24 Dec 2015 at 08:24hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Cassper Nyovest threatened by Cal_vin
Multi-award winning South African rapper, Cassper Nyovest (real name Refiloe Phoolo) who was in Harare over the weekend says he feels threatened by up-and-coming Bulawayo hip hop artiste, Cal_Vin as h...Published: 30 Sep 2015 at 06:30hrs | 1 | by Melissa Mpofu
Bonang Matheba to visit Zimbabwe this week
South African diva, Bonang Matheba, popularly known as Queen B in entertainment circles will be heading to Zimbabwe later this week. The popular television host and radio personality, who has been hog...Published: 23 Sep 2015 at 06:30hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
DStv hungry for Zimbabwe content
LOCAL artistes and music producers finally have a platform to penetrate the international music scene through DStv's Zambezi Magic which has created a music video Top 10 chart show for their content. ...Published: 11 Sep 2015 at 10:10hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
New Miss Zimbabwe crowned
NEWLY crowned Miss World Zimbabwe, Anne Grace Mutambu, has promised to be at her best behaviour, assuring the nation that she has never posed undressed.The 19-year-old ACCA student was crowne...Published: 27 Jun 2015 at 08:19hrs | 1 | by Melissa Mpofu
Chiyangwa captured on video evading a police roadblock
A VIDEO clip of businessman Phillip Chiyangwa evading a police roadblock in Harare has gone viral on social media with some describing the act as uncouth, saying the flamboyant tycoon is not above the...Published: 13 May 2015 at 06:43hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu/Bongani Ndlovu
'Miss World racist,' says Chiwenga
Zimbabwe's representatives at world beauty contests have continuously failed to bring the crown home because of the colour of their skin, Miss Zimbabwe Trust chairperson Marry Chiwenga has said....Published: 20 Apr 2015 at 10:34hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Miss Zimbabwe pageant allows diasporans to contest
THE search is on for Miss Zimbabwe 2015 with organisers set to begin the hunt for the country's most beautiful woman this month.According to the Miss Zimbabwe Trust which went through turbule...Published: 07 Jan 2015 at 10:50hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Zim Big Brother Africa rep up for eviction
AFTER being on honeymoon for the past four weeks, Butterphly's holiday is finally over as she has been put up for possible eviction from the Big Brother Africa (BBA) Hotshots game - a move which will ...Published: 05 Nov 2014 at 11:25hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
'Pokello Pink Bottoms,' released
Former Big Brother Africa (BBA) housemate Pokello Nare's Pokello Pink Bottoms range of shoes will soon be on sale."I'm thrilled by this achievement as it is a big step for me. I'm addicted to...Published: 27 Sep 2014 at 09:11hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Big Brother Africa cancelled after house burned down
In an unexpected twist of events, the Big Brother Africa (BBA) reality show launch on Sunday has been cancelled after a shattering fire engulfed the BBA House.The house which is located at...Published: 03 Sep 2014 at 04:02hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Big Brother Africa is back!
BIG Brother Africa (BBA) - the reality show which has not only made people rich and famous but has also found them life companions, will hit television screens in September.Endemol - co-prod...Published: 28 May 2014 at 08:56hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Pokello, Elikem get engaged
AFTER dating for almost a year, former Big Brother Africa (BBA) housemates Pokello Nare and Elikem Kumordzie have taken their relationship to a more serious stage after Kumordzie publicly proposed ...Published: 05 May 2014 at 11:31hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Hifa 'Switches On'
The stage is set for the Harare International Festival of the Arts (Hifa) which roars into life today in Harare with several local and international performances lined up. Running under the th...Published: 29 Apr 2014 at 06:37hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
Pokello denies break up with Elikem
Former Big Brother Africa (BBA) housemate and top socialite, Pokello Nare has denied allegations by Ghanaian Press that she has parted ways with her lover from BBA, Elikem Kumordzie, saying the stor...Published: 18 Mar 2014 at 13:23hrs | | by Melissa Mpofu
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