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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

Chipo Muchegwa, Sekuru Nyangatayani at it again

Musician Chipo Muchegwa and Glendale-based traditional healer Sekuru Nyangatayani on Sunday continued to show love to people living with disabilities by giving financial support to Mukumbura based five year old girl.The duo gave money and …

Published: 06 Jul 2025 at 17:22hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole in Glendale

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

Chipo Muchegwa engages Sangoma

Musician Chipo Muchegwa is continuing to remember the people living with disability as she has scaled a step up by engaging Glendale based traditional healer Sekuru Nyangatayani in giving back to communities.Muchegwa and Sekuru Nyangatayan…

Published: 24 May 2025 at 22:49hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole in Bindura

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

Man (52) rapes minor (14) in garden

A 52-YEAR-OLD Mount Darwin man is in trouble after he allegedly dragged 14-year old girl in the garden and raped her once without protection.David Mushure of Kandeya village, Mount Darwin, appeared before Bindura regional magistrate Amos M…

Published: 07 May 2025 at 19:05hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole in Bindura

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

'Do side hustles,' Mark Ngwazi encourages musicians

Popular Sungura musician Mark Ngwazi, of Njanja Express, has encouraged fellow musicians to pursue side hustles to improve their lifestyles.The "Taurai Madzoka" hitmaker emphasized that many musicians and celebrities are pressured into liv…

Published: 14 Mar 2025 at 19:56hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Ti Gonzi to mark Birthday with the release of new album '20Twenty-Fight'

Zimbabwean hip-hop artist Ti Gonzi will mark his birthday with the release of his latest album, 20Twenty-Fight.The event, taking place on 5 April at Jongwe Corner in Harare, will  feature performances from artists including Ishan, Hol…

Published: 13 Feb 2025 at 12:50hrs | by Loma Media

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

From Local Star to National Icon: Former Skyz Metro FM personality Khaya Moyo's thrilling radio comeback via ZiFM Stereo

Zimbabwean airwaves are set to sizzle as Khaya Moyo, the former Skyz Metro FM sensation, returns with a bang, joining ZiFM Stereo for an exciting new chapter in her illustrious radio career. Starting Wednesday, 15 January 2025, Khaya will …

Published: 12 Jan 2025 at 12:05hrs | by George Tshuma

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 gives in to pressure

Sungura lovers in Guruve and surrounding areas are excited following revelations that the genre's kingpin, Alick Macheso, will return on stage at Guruve hotel on Friday. The development comes in the wake of pressure exerted by fans as they…

Published: 25 Nov 2024 at 13:42hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

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

Chiedza Chedenga makes strides in gospel music

Mvurwi-based Acapella gospel group Chiedza Chedenga is rising in the gospel music industry.Speaking after the anti-drug Galla dubbed Indaba Boss birthday bash in Guruve recently the group leader Simbarashe Tembo said the group is making st…

Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 12:17hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

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

WATCH: Gweru Artiste Nathan Kajeke Releases Debut Music Video

Gweru-based Afro-fusion artist Nathan Kajeke has launched his first official music video, titled "Ndichakufira/Ngizokufela."The emotional track, featuring lmusic geomal, draws inspiration from a dream about a single man's unrequited love f…

Published: 07 Sep 2024 at 20:07hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Uband condemns drug abuse

Uband front man Moses Muputisi Chirambiwa who recently released a song against drugs titled "Vakuru Venyika" has strongly condemned drug abuse in Zimbabwe.He said through his observations he has seen that the youth of today are destroying …

Published: 06 Sep 2024 at 09:32hrs | by Simbarashe Sithole

Ufasimba takes Gwanda by storm

A rising Imbube music group has taken the mining town of Gwanda by storm through a genre that locals can identify with.The streets of Jahunda are vibrating to traditional sound laced with captivating performances.The Ufasimba, the Home of …

Published: 04 Sep 2024 at 16:45hrs | 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

Chiwenga's wife to officially open Matabeleland South Agricultural Show

Retired army general Constantino Chiwenga's wife Colonel Miniyothabo Baloyi-Chiwenga has arrived in Gwanda to officially open the 66th edition of the Matabeleland South Agricultural Show. The event, which began on Wednesday, is themed "Sma…

Published: 24 Aug 2024 at 18:59hrs | by Staff reporter

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

Miss Universe coming to Zimbabwe

Miss Universe 2023, Sheynnis Palacios, is set to visit Zimbabwe, as confirmed by Tendai Hunda, the Miss Universe Zimbabwe license holder. Palacios, who hails from Nicaragua, will arrive on Monday afternoon at the Robert Gabriel Mugabe Inte…

Published: 14 Aug 2024 at 17:14hrs | 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

Entertainment Trends in 2024: A Transformative Year

The entertainment landscape in 2024 has undergone significant innovation and transformation. As technology advances and audience preferences shift, several key trends are defining the present and future of entertainment. Immersive Experien…

Published: 25 Jul 2024 at 11:48hrs | by Staff Reporter

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

Zimbabwean Filmmakers for Durban FilmMart Climate Focus

Durban, South Africa: In a major film industry collaborative effort Climate Story Lab South Africa, Doc Society - Climate Story Unit, STEPS, and the Global Impact Producers Alliance (GIPA) presents the Climate Focus at this year's Durban F…

Published: 09 Jul 2024 at 13:06hrs | by Agencies

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

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