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Music producer Maselo launches anti-drug campaign to inspire Zimbabwean youth

HARARE - Renowned music producer Tapiwa "Maselo PaBit" Jera has launched a passionate campaign against drug abuse, pledging to use his influence to steer Zimbabwean youth away from substance dependency and toward positive life choices.Mase…

Published: 13 Oct 2025 at 21:48hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole/Gideon Madzikatidze

Mahere blasted over attacks on Chivhayo and Tocky Vibes

Former Citizens Coalition for Change legislator Fadzayi Mahere has come under fire for her recent social media criticism of businessman Wicknell Chivhayo and musician Tocky Vibes, with political commentator Derick Goto accusing her of "wea…

Published: 09 Oct 2025 at 07:31hrs | by Stephen Jakes

Jeys Marabini set to thrill fans with 'Umjolo' album launch

Afro-jazz legend Jeys Marabini is set to launch his highly anticipated 10th studio album, Umjolo, this Friday, October 3, 2025, at the Palace Hotel in Bulawayo.Organisers say fans can expect a captivating night of music and celebration, wi…

Published: 02 Oct 2025 at 07:35hrs | by Stephen Jakes

Jonas Kasamba misses Sanganai/Hlanganani special night

Sungura legend Alick Macheso's chanter Jonas "baba Sophia" Kasamba missed last night's show dubbed Sanganai special night in Mutare at Platinum Leisure Centre.Mutare is hosting the world Expo Sanganai/ Hlanganani/ Kumbanayi for the first t…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 14:33hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole in Mutare

'Still We Rise': Oliver Keith's Big Brother Africa Audition Snub Sparks Outcry Over Regional Bias

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe - Popular comedian and social commentator Oliver Keith has sparked widespread conversation following a candid Facebook post detailing his experience with the final audition round of Big Brother Africa. In the post, which…

Published: 05 Sep 2025 at 06:30hrs | by Staff Reporter

Cyberbullying Case Pits Prophet Java Against Dancehall Star Malloti

HARARE - Controversial cleric Prophet Passion Java has filed a cyberbullying complaint against socialite and dancehall personality Millicent Tsitsi Chimonyo, popularly known as Malloti, who is expected to appear in court today.The allegati…

Published: 14 Aug 2025 at 00:25hrs | by Staff reporter

Madzibaba Nicholas Zakaria hospitalised

Veteran sungura musician Madzibaba Nicholas Zakaria has been admitted to Chitungwiza Central Hospital as he battles deteriorating health. The 69-year-old music icon, widely regarded as the godfather of sungura, has paused plans to rec…

Published: 08 Aug 2025 at 19:55hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean rapper Awa Khiwe marries into Zulu royal heartland

Zimbabwean rapper Awa Khiwe has officially tied the knot with her longtime partner, a Qwabe man from KwaNongoma, KwaZulu-Natal, in a culturally rich traditional wedding that celebrated African unity and cross-border heritage.The intimate c…

Published: 07 Aug 2025 at 15:47hrs | by Staff reporter

Bhila set to light up Bulawayo theatre

Bulawayo music sensation Bhila is set to deliver an electrifying performance at the Bulawayo Theatre on 24 August, headlining a major concert under his own media house, Bhilabong.The highly anticipated show will feature live renditions fro…

Published: 06 Aug 2025 at 16:04hrs | by Staff reporter

Bhila set for electrifying first solo concert in Bulawayo

Bulawayo-based musician Bhila, born Patriach Welcom Joel Manyabi, is preparing to make history with his first solo show, "Bhila Live in Concert", set for Sunday, 24 August, at the Bulawayo Theatre. Known for his unique storytelling style, …

Published: 04 Aug 2025 at 12:29hrs | by Staff reporter

Rock legend Ozzy Osbourne dies at 76, Leaves behind a monumental musical legacy

Global music icon and legendary rock singer Ozzy Osbourne has died at the age of 76, his family has confirmed. The British-born star passed away peacefully on Tuesday, surrounded by family.In a heartfelt statement, the Osbourne family desc…

Published: 22 Jul 2025 at 19:59hrs | by Staff Reporter

WATCH: Zhakata returns with powerful song 'Inguva'

Legendary Zimbabwean musician Leonard Karikoga Zhakata has released a new single titled Inguva, marking a major moment for his devoted fans and reaffirming his influence in Zimbabwe's musical landscape. Known for his deep, soulful lyrics a…

Published: 10 Jul 2025 at 16:10hrs | by Staff reporter

Thomas Mapfumo in final UK performance

Zimbabwean music legend and Chimurenga pioneer Thomas "Mukanya" Mapfumo will perform his final concert in the United Kingdom on August 23 at the New Bingley Hall in Birmingham, marking the end of an era for his loyal diaspora fan base.The …

Published: 29 Jun 2025 at 12:04hrs | by Staff reporter

Changaz hosts Macheso and Chipanga

Centenary businessman Zacharia "Changaz" Five is hosting King of Sungura Alick Macheso and Hosia Chipanga on Friday.The much-anticipated show is expected to be filled with tobacco farmers and artisanal miners who missed the duo for a year.…

Published: 29 May 2025 at 19:59hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Africa Day Reggae-Dancehall Bash celebrates 15 Years in Cape Town

A massive reggae-dancehall bash is set to headline Africa Day celebrations in Cape Town South Africa on Sunday with top Zim spinners taking to the turntables at Club 101 Castle Street in the resort town.The reggae-dancehall bash, dubbed Ma…

Published: 24 May 2025 at 22:38hrs | by Gideon Madzikatidze

Macheso gets cash from Sangoma

Prominent Glendale traditional healer Sekuru Nyangatayani born Peter Chimbizi splashed US dollars on stage at Shamwari Joe hotel in Mvurwi on Friday.The traditional healer is Macheso's staunch supporter who always dishes out money to Mache…

Published: 11 May 2025 at 08:25hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole in Mvurwi

Macheso heaps praises on Nsimbi zeZhwane

Popular Zimbabwean musician Alick Macheso has heaped praise on music group Nsimbi zeZhwane, describing them as masters of their craft who have made a significant mark in the local entertainment scene.Macheso was in Bulawayo over the past w…

Published: 08 May 2025 at 11:18hrs | by Staff reporter

Macheso accommodates Peter Moyo

The King of Sungura, Alick Macheso, is taking Utakataka boss Peter Moyo to Mvurwi on Friday for his annual tour.Both artistes will perform at Shamwari Joe, a show that is expected to be electrifying.Shamwari Joe proprietor, Barbra Mukombwe…

Published: 07 May 2025 at 19:02hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Zimbabwean Sensation Ananya Revisits Childhood Nostalgia on New Single 'Long Jump'

Johannesburg - Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ananya has always walked a tightrope between worlds. Her latest single, Long Jump, is a deeply personal indie-pop track that captures that delicate balancing act: the ache of dista…

Published: 25 Apr 2025 at 14:15hrs | by Agencies

Sulu Chimbetu working on Tsapo

Dendera boss Sulamani (Sudza) Chimbetu is busy recording his forthcoming 10-track album titled Tsapo.The Orchestra Dendera Kings frontman told Bulawayo24.com that the album will be unleashed anytime soon."We are polishing our 10-track albu…

Published: 03 Apr 2025 at 16:36hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Chirambiwa releases eight tracks at 69

Rising Afro-fusion singer Moses Mupitisi Chirambiwa has recorded eight tracks after sixty-nine years of life.The U-band front man has recorded five tracks this year with Makumbe productions and three of were recorded last year when he star…

Published: 13 Feb 2025 at 12:33hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Winky D faces venue crisis as HICC double-books his Crossover Show

Dancehall artist Winky D, widely regarded as one of Zimbabwe's musical giants, is facing a major setback ahead of his highly anticipated "Crossover Show" on December 31, 2024. The Harare International Conference Centre (HICC), the venue he…

Published: 06 Dec 2024 at 14:27hrs | by Staff reporter

Macheso's kupa kuturika accepted

Sungura lovers have accepted the "king of Sungura" Alick Macheso's latest album "Kupa kuturika" Macheso who is on a nationwide tour marketing his new offering is packing venues to capacity.Yesterday all age groups flocked at Jongwe co…

Published: 12 Nov 2024 at 15:25hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole in Dotito

Mbare fire evidence disappears

Investigations into the cause of the devastating fire that engulfed Mbare Musika last week have reportedly stalled as vendors rushed to clean up and reclaim the affected space, NewsDay has learned. The fire, which destroyed goods and merch…

Published: 17 Oct 2024 at 13:26hrs | by Staff reporter

Otis Fraser to headline Bulawayo's Old School gig

Following the successful hosting of the Private School music event over the weekend, Bulawayo is poised for another exciting night of nostalgia with the upcoming Old School Gig at The Place next Friday. Music lovers can look forward to a t…

Published: 17 Oct 2024 at 13:25hrs | by Staff reporter

Musicians target drug lords, as Mai Mabhena rescues Guruve

Several musicians scattered around Mashonaland Central province have launched their fight against drug cartels describing them as more evil than all criminals on earth.Speaking after musical gala peformance during the recently held Indaba …

Published: 02 Oct 2024 at 10:50hrs | by Gideon Madzikatidze

Gule Wamkulu cultural gathering set for Harare

The Chamba Chamakholo Gule Wamkulu cultural gathering is set to take place in Mufakose, Harare, on September 29, featuring a vibrant display of Nyau culture from both local and international performers.The event, themed "Bringing Together …

Published: 10 Sep 2024 at 09:39hrs | by Staff reporter

Extra Valembe, Jah and Chirambiwa share stage

Families in Guruve and it's surrounding places were mesmerized by Romeo Gasa's Extra Valembe, Jah Lemmy's Guruve arts marimba ensemble and Moses Chirambiwa's Uband on Saturday.The trio did not disappoint as they performed for more than 12 …

Published: 01 Sep 2024 at 11:53hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

WATCH: Zimbabwean-born comedian makes Simon Cowell and Americans cry from LAUGHTER!

Comedian Learnmore Jonasi, a 31-year-old Pittsburgh resident born in Zimbabwe, is having a moment this summer on NBC's "America's Got Talent," making it into the Top 44 with his next appearance tonight (8 p.m., WPXI-TV) as he competes for …

Published: 28 Aug 2024 at 16:41hrs | by Staff reporter

Chirambiwa releases national songs

Rising Afrofusion artiste Moses Muputisi Chirambiwa of U band has released three tracks that praise Zimbabwe and the achievements done so far by the Government.The first track is titled Vakuru Venyika the song condems drug abuse and praise…

Published: 25 Aug 2024 at 15:07hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Mastering the Aviator Game: Tips and Winning Strategies

Winning at Aviator: Strategies and TipsThe highly popular Aviator game has proven to be very exciting for online gamers and casino players, owing to its thrilling gameplay and potential for huge wins. However, many participants are puzzled…

Published: 15 Aug 2024 at 17:52hrs | by Staff Reporter

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 | by Paul Ndou

Bango Promotions motivates upcoming artistes

Mvurwi-based music promoter Blessing "Bango" Kamudyariwa is motivating upcoming artistes in Mvurwi by introducing a cup challenge in Mvurwi.The challenge is dubbed Mvurwi cup challenge which involves various artistes both male and female.R…

Published: 21 Jul 2024 at 20:54hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Pastor Joseph Tivafire warms up to 11th album launch

Renowned gospel musician, Joseph Tivafire is warming up to release and launch his eleventh album titled Takachengetwa this Saturday in Harare.The Mushandiriwashe founding couple told this publication during a pre-launch interview that all …

Published: 05 Jun 2024 at 07:11hrs | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

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 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Macheso appeals for land

Orchestra Mberikwazvo boss Alick Macheso on Sunday morning appealed for land in Bindura to start an arts centre.Addressing fans at his Chesology Sungura arts festival in Bindura Macheso said the responsible authority should give him land s…

Published: 14 Apr 2024 at 18:40hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Sulu mesmerizes Harare

Sean Timba hit-maker Sulumani "Sudza" Chimbetu yesterday mesmerized Dendera fans at Jameson Hotel, Harare.The energetic musician did not disappoint on stage as he performed for more than seven hours.Today Sudza will be in Bindura for the m…

Published: 13 Apr 2024 at 16:18hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Macheso donates to orphanage

The King of Sungura Alick Macheso on Wednesday donated groceries and a 5000 litre water tank to an orphanage in Bindura.Macheso has always shown his generosity to the people of Mashonaland Central where he hails from.Years back he built a …

Published: 11 Apr 2024 at 08:03hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Izodzo Choral Group 4th album launch on cards

The Izodzo Choral group under Pastor Clyde Mutemachani is set to virtually launch its fourth much-awaited ten-track hymnal album on the 28th of April 2024 (this month end).Speaking during the interview with this publication following one o…

Published: 10 Apr 2024 at 22:10hrs | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

Sulu ready to support Macheso

Orchestra Dendera Kings front man Suluman "Ascom" Chimbetu is ready to support the king of Sungura Alick Macheso on his Bindura show dubbed Chesology Sungura festival next Saturday.Speaking on the sidelines of his Harare show at the yard b…

Published: 07 Apr 2024 at 21:44hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Sungura lovers brave rains at Macheso's gig

Lovers of Sungura braved rains on Thursday night as the king of Sungura Alick Macheso held a Harare gig in Budiriro where he was supported by Somandla "Mafia" Ndebele.Although rains tried to disturb Sungura lovers when Mafia was playing bu…

Published: 31 Mar 2024 at 16:19hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Upcoming Steve Tgol fights drugs

Guruve based upcoming Afro-fusion musician Stephen Ngandu of Tgol Muzik band is taking a leading role in fighting drugs.The musician has partnered with several government institutions like Ministry of Youth, Zimbabwe Republic Police, Zimba…

Published: 16 Mar 2024 at 06:33hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

BREAKING: Macheso end of 2023 Show has been cancelled

The current wave of Cholera outbreaks has forced the King of Sungura Alick  Macheso to cancel his much hyped 007 show  in Glendale which was penciled for today.One of Ochestra Mberikwazvo's band manager Lucky Macheso confirmed th…

Published: 31 Dec 2023 at 09:31hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Macheso's end of year party set for Glendale

The King of Sungura Alick Macheso is set to host his end of year party at his favorite hunting ground 007 in Glendale tomorrow.It has since become a norm at Orchestra Mberikwazvo band to end every year in Glendale.Macheso who hails from Ma…

Published: 30 Dec 2023 at 09:06hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Mazekeen Jade dumps Stunner

Motormouth socialite Mazekeen Jade has said she was willing to pursue a relationship with rapper Stunner despite the fact that he is much older than her, but decided to dump him when she discovered his lifestyle was financed by a sugar mum…

Published: 28 Dec 2023 at 20:15hrs | by Staff reporter

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 | by Paul Ndou

Mother of late Bulawayo rapper Cal_Vin fights for justice and legacy

Three years after the tragic and unsolved death of Bulawayo rapper Cal_Vin, his mother, Sinikiwe Luphahla, remains dedicated to seeking justice for her son while actively preserving his musical legacy. In an exclusive interview with Sunday…

Published: 10 Dec 2023 at 10:46hrs | by Staff Reporter

Stone and Water resort unleashes Sungura night

The God father of Sungura Nicholas (Senior lecturer) Zacharia is invading Mvurwi at the Luxurious Stone and Water resort on Saturday.Zacharia is being supported by Mvurwi based upcoming artiste Tyson "Dhimba" Pamire Chimurambe.Dhimba is ri…

Published: 05 Dec 2023 at 20:29hrs | by Own Correspondent

Matumbu bounces back

Mvurwi-based comedian Lloyd "Matumbu" Jack is back in the arts industry with his 14th drama titled Usavimbe nemunhu.Matumbu suffered major drawbacks after some of the members died, others got married while his best friend Ruwizhi left him …

Published: 12 Nov 2023 at 19:53hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

DJ Russy on fire

Mvurwi-based disc jockey Russell Chimota popularly known as "DJ Russy" in the arts industry is in his best form so far.The popular DJ Russy is currently riding high at Tam-Tam pub and grill in Mvurwi.Having started in 2004 when he was stil…

Published: 08 Nov 2023 at 09:22hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

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