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Mtukudzi family set to hold separate events in September

LAST year, the family of the late Zimbabwean music legend Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi was thrust into the national spotlight amid a public fallout involving his daughter Selmor Mtukudzi. The drama, marked by Selmor's emotional walk-off from the…

Published: 18 Jul 2025 at 08:30hrs | 262 | by Staff reporter

Steve Dyer and the making of Tuku Music

When Steve Dyer speaks of the late Oliver Mtukudzi, it's as if the Zimbabwean music legend is still with us. In a recent interview with Sunday Life, Dyer reminisced about Tuku in the present tense, suggesting that Mtukudzi, who passed away…

Published: 20 Oct 2024 at 12:14hrs | 66 | by Staff reporter

Did Mtukudzi speak his troubled life in song?

"TATSAUKA pano nekuti paita Tuku, (We passed by because you are playing Tuku music)" my late brother Johannes and his friend Evaristo Chiwara once told merrymakers in Rimuka, Kadoma, in the late 1990s after gatecrashing at a party.The unin…

Published: 17 Oct 2024 at 09:03hrs | 3620 | by Moses Chibaya

Daisy's Fortuner in misfortune

The new Toyota Fortuner gifted to Daisy Mtukudzi, widow of the late music icon Oliver Mtukudzi, by controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo has been extensively damaged in an accident at the Warren Park roundabout in Harare. The collisio…

Published: 10 Oct 2024 at 13:42hrs | 5467 | by Staff reporter

Daisy Mtukudzi in accident with Chivayo donated car

Daisy Mtukudzi, the widow of the late renowned musician and national hero Oliver Mtukudzi, was involved in a car accident at the Warren Park roundabout in Harare on Thursday morning. She was driving a 2024 Toyota Fortuner, a vehicle recent…

Published: 10 Oct 2024 at 10:46hrs | 3576 | by Staff reporter

Chivayo gifts Daisy Mtukudzi a 2024 Toyota Fortuner

Controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo has made headlines once again, this time by gifting Daisy Mtukudzi, widow of the late music legend Oliver Mtukudzi, a brand-new 2024 Toyota Fortuner. The gesture comes in the midst of an ongoing f…

Published: 01 Oct 2024 at 13:42hrs | 1146 | by Staff reporter

Nengomasha, Samantha Mtukudzi's bitter divorce saga continues

The tumultuous divorce proceedings between former Zimbabwean footballer Tinashe Nengomasha and Samantha Mtukudzi, the daughter of the late music icon Oliver Mtukudzi, have taken another dramatic turn as the estranged couple returned to cou…

Published: 29 Sep 2024 at 14:14hrs | 2151 | by Staff reporter

Selmor Mtukudzi battles depression amid ongoing family feud

Selmor Mtukudzi, the daughter of late music legend Dr. Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi, is currently grappling with depression stemming from a contentious family feud that has reached a boiling point. The emotional turmoil has left her feeling dish…

Published: 29 Sep 2024 at 11:23hrs | 461 | by Staff reporter

Daisy wanted to shoot Oliver Mtukudzi

Tuku's wife, Daisy, in 2014 revealed sensational secrets about her fights with the superstar, particularly the incident when she wanted to shoot Zimbabwe's international music icon, after he denied paternity of an alleged secret son named …

Published: 29 Sep 2024 at 10:27hrs | 1725 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi's daughter shared meals with the dog in her father's house

The late music legend Oliver Mtukudzi's daughters, Sandra and Selmor, have courageously opened up about the mistreatment they endured at the hands of their stepmother, Daisy, during their childhood. This revelation comes in the wake of a h…

Published: 27 Sep 2024 at 08:30hrs | 3890 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi family circus continues

The ongoing tensions within the Mtukudzi family resurfaced in a recent no-holds-barred interview with DJ Ollah 7, where Oliver Mtukudzi's daughters, Selmor and Sandra, aired their grievances against their stepmother, Daisy. The sisters hel…

Published: 27 Sep 2024 at 08:15hrs | 551 | by Staff reporter

Selmor excluded from Oliver Mtukudzi International Festival by Daisy

Could the legendary late national hero, Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi, be deeply disturbed by the rising tensions within his family ahead of a festival held in his honor?A rift between his daughter, Selmor Mtukudzi, and her stepmother, Daisy, has…

Published: 11 Sep 2024 at 08:41hrs | 264 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi's 'love child' tears family apart

After recent revelations that the late music superstar Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi might have fathered another child, Aaron Chaka, his widow, Daisy Mtukudzi, has publicly accused some of her in-laws of conspiring with Aaron to emotionally abuse…

Published: 19 May 2024 at 10:32hrs | 1855 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi tried to avoid Zanu-PF

AT the turn of the millennium, Zimbabwe's government introduced what it called "galas", where top musicians performed at different national events to mark important events in the country's history.These events were notoriously partisan in …

Published: 12 Feb 2024 at 13:51hrs | 272 | by Staff reporter

'Family members rejoiced when Tuku, Sam died'

DAISY Mtukudzi, the widow to the late music superstar Oliver Mtukudzi has claimed that some family members were happy about the deaths of Tuku and his son Sam. Tuku died of heart failure related to diabetes in January 2019 while his son Sa…

Published: 12 Jun 2022 at 09:20hrs | 58 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi's daughter engages Steve Dyer

AFRO-JAZZ songbird and heiress to the Tuku Music throne, Selmor Mtukudzi, is currently in South Africa where she is recording her sixth album under the tutelage of accomplished music producer, Steve Dyer.Dyer was a long-time friend of musi…

Published: 21 Aug 2019 at 07:46hrs | | by Staff reporter

Steve Dyer dedicates song to Tuku

South African music star Steve Dyer said he has a dedication song for the late Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi titled, "Ko Sale Izibongo - Kufa Izinsizwa", which he will play at the Tuku Concert scheduled for this Saturday at Belgravia Sports Club.…

Published: 19 Jul 2019 at 07:07hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Former Mtukudzi manager hospitalised in USA

THE late Oliver Mtukudzi's former band manager, Sam Mataure, collapsed in the United States of America (USA) on Friday morning, The Sunday Mail has learnt.Mataure, who has been unwell for sometime, recently took up a role as Dr Thomas "Muk…

Published: 26 May 2019 at 13:31hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Joint executorship for Mtukudzi's estate

THE Master of High Court has jointly appointed Daisy Mtukudzi and another family member - Vennah Muchakagara - as executors to the estate of the late music icon Dr Oliver Mtukudzi.Daisy and Muchakagara were appointed following an edict mee…

Published: 21 May 2019 at 23:22hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter

I didn't ride on Tuku's fame, says Selmor

THE late music icon and national hero Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi's daughter, Selmor - who has been largely touted as heir to the superstar's music throne - said she has worked hard over the years to develop herself into a brand without ever ri…

Published: 14 May 2019 at 07:29hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi's publicist breaks silence, 'Tuku had so much hatred for his daughters'

WHILE Zimbabweans from all spheres of life have for the past four months been eagerly awaiting the late music superstar Oliver Mtukudzi aka Tuku's final will, revelations by the late national hero as published in a book "Tuku Backstage" by…

Published: 05 May 2019 at 13:46hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

'Challenging Mtukudzi's will herculean task'

THE late music superstar and national hero, Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi's children may find it difficult to challenge his will and testament lodged with the Master of the High Court early this week, as there is no legal provision that entitles …

Published: 03 May 2019 at 06:47hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Family snubs Daisy at Mtukudzi memorial

DIVISIONS continued to rock the family of the late national hero, Dr Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi, as several family members, including daughters Selmor and Sandra, snubbed the "sham" memorial held in Madziva, Mashonaland Central, yesterday.Ther…

Published: 07 Apr 2019 at 08:41hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi did not leave a will, 4 more children emerge

CONTROVERSY continues to stalk the family of the late national hero, Dr Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi, as the entire clan gathers today in Madziva to decide how the vast wealth the singer left behind will be handled.Close family members have indi…

Published: 07 Apr 2019 at 08:28hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi's daughter silences 'step mother'

The late music icon and national hero Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi might have left a big void in the music industry, but through her daughters, Selmor and Sandra, Tuku's fans might have something to smile at if their performance at the Selmor Mt…

Published: 31 Mar 2019 at 10:00hrs | | by Staff reporter

'Mtukudzi left huge void'

SONGBIRD Selmor Mutukudzi yesterday said her late father, Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi, left a big void in the music industry that she was unable to fill, given the music superstar's iconic status, adding she would play her role in keeping his m…

Published: 28 Mar 2019 at 07:19hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi's daughter ready to prove her mettle

All roads lead to Andy Miller Hall tomorrow where Selmor Mtukudzi will test her capacity in a mission to fill the gap that her late father Oliver Mtukudzi left. Many people have been talking about the show and exhibiting their hope in the …

Published: 27 Mar 2019 at 23:07hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

US, Canada surgeons honour Mtukudzi

THE late music icon and national hero Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi continues to be honoured, with the United States and Canadian volunteer surgical team under the banner Operation of Hope dedicating its upcoming mission to him.The Operation of H…

Published: 26 Mar 2019 at 06:18hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi's daughter plays down Daisy rift

CRACKS in the late superstar Oliver Mtukudzi's family appear to be widening over his music legacy, with his daughter Selmor seemingly on the receiving end of planned attacks.Although she refuses to speak ill of her stepmother, Daisy, the s…

Published: 24 Mar 2019 at 13:59hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi's daughter breaks down

Diva of the moment Selmor Mtukudzi could not contain herself yesterday as she broke down at a luncheon held at Garwe Restaurant in Eastlea.Selmor cried as she narrated how difficult it had been for her as a female artiste to be recognised …

Published: 22 Mar 2019 at 20:13hrs | | by Staff reporter

Cleft surgery mission dedicated to Mtukudzi

An all-volunteer United States and Canadian surgical team, Operation of Hope, will in May embark on a cleft surgical mission in Zimbabwe.The 30-year-old US/Canada-based surgical charity has dedicated its mission, their 26th visit to Zimbab…

Published: 03 Mar 2019 at 10:50hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi's daughters defies their step-mother, insist on tribute concerts

SANDRA and Selmor, daughters of the late Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi, have organised a number of shows in Zimbabwe, South Africa and the United Kingdom which will serve as tribute concerts for their father. Dubbed "The Selmor Mtukudzi and Frien…

Published: 27 Feb 2019 at 06:32hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi family feud escalates as Daisy moves to block Selmor

ON Monday February 18 at 6.23pm, a statement appeared on the Tuku Music Official Facebook page, part of it read; "We would like to distance ourselves from any events or gatherings that are being held in the name of the Mtukudzi family as w…

Published: 24 Feb 2019 at 06:33hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi widow's actions raise questions

What could be going on in Daisy Mtukudzi's mind? When she distances herself from gigs that have been organised in honour of her late husband Oliver Mtukudzi, is she implying there are sinister motives in the gestures? While she does not op…

Published: 20 Feb 2019 at 22:47hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi's in-laws bitter

Mr Fred Gasho is bitter that the family of the late national hero Oliver Mtukudzi did not alert him, as per traditional custom, of the demise of his son-in-law. Mr Gasho is the biological father of Daisy, Oliver's widow.Mr Gasho and his wi…

Published: 10 Feb 2019 at 05:43hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Tuku tribute hits snag

MASVINGO Tuku tribute musical concert which was slated for Caravan Park on Friday last week could not take off due to logistical challenges with organisers saying it will be held after February 16. The event was meant to serve as a dedicat…

Published: 04 Feb 2019 at 22:29hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Two coffins at Mtukudzi's funeral

AWAY from the mourning that was taking place nationwide and beyond Zimbabwe's borders - behind the scenes a war over custody of the body of the late national hero, Dr Oliver Mtukudzi, was raging.Dr Mtukudzi had a policy with Nyaradzo Funer…

Published: 03 Feb 2019 at 11:41hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Who will inherit Mtukudzi's vast empire?

A wife, four daughters with three different mothers, an unrecognised son with a birth certificate, and a rebutted daughter who made headlines seeking to be recognised.That sums up people with a direct interest in the vast estate of the lat…

Published: 03 Feb 2019 at 11:38hrs | 4 | by Mtandazo Dube

Mtukudzi legacy under spotlight

The late music superstar Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi will be laid to rest at his rural home in Madziwa, Shamva district in Mashonaland Central province today, amid revelations that it was the musician's choice to be interred among his ancestors…

Published: 27 Jan 2019 at 19:11hrs | 6 | by STaff reporter

Mtukudzi grabs world headlines

THE death of Oliver Mtukudzi grabbed newspaper headlines around the world befittingly demonstrating the global influence of the Afrojazz icon's work and personality.Newspapers around the world mainly in Africa acknowledged Tuku's impact on…

Published: 27 Jan 2019 at 19:02hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi's journey was not rosy

Tuku, it was a great honour for me to share that small portion of your journey of life. Yours was a very long journey in those short 66 years that you lived. It was a journey full of ups and downs, sorrows and smiles. You took it on with t…

Published: 26 Jan 2019 at 16:56hrs | 4 | by Chirikure Chirikure

The pain

Zimbabweans are generally known or referred to as patient, polite, soft, dignified â€¦â€¦ bunch of people. Even when one takes too much advantage of these good characteristics sometimes we forgive and let it go but there is a time when its…

Published: 26 Jan 2019 at 08:50hrs | | by Dr. Takesure Tazvishaya

Tribute to Dr Oliver Mutukudzi - A Disability Perspective

When one reflects on such an artist and icon as is Dr. OLIVER MUTUKUDZI, one finds it difficult to even start writing WHAT'S ON ONE'S MIND about him. Suffice to say, TUKU, as we fondly called him, was multi-talented as an artist, indeed he…

Published: 25 Jan 2019 at 14:37hrs | 20 | by Timothy Mudarikwa

I was Mtukudzi's number 1 fan, says Ramaphosa

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has said he was Oliver Mtukudzi's number 1 fan.Mtukudzi died aged 66.Said Ramaphosa on Twitter, "Deeply saddened to learn of the passing of music legend & human rights activist Oliver Mtukudzi. H…

Published: 25 Jan 2019 at 00:18hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Social Media reacts to music legend Oliver Mtukudzi's death

Zimbabwean music legend Oliver Mtukudzi has died after battling an unnamed illness for the past month.According to Bulawayo24, the 66-year-old superstar died at the Avenues Clinic in Harare.Mtukudzi, whose career took him to the internatio…

Published: 23 Jan 2019 at 15:59hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Ailing Mtukudzi misses Coca-Cola awards

Superstar Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi failed to attend the ZBC Coca-Cola winners' prize-giving ceremony held at a local hotel yesterday in Harare due to an undisclosed illness.Popularly known as Samanyanga, Mtukudzi received the "Veteran Musici…

Published: 23 Jan 2019 at 11:42hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Oliver Mtukudzi battling ill-health

MUSIC superstar Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi is under the weather, with an alleged heart problem that has kept him off the stage for some time, NewsDay reported.The Tozeza Baba hitmaker did not stage any local or international shows during the f…

Published: 11 Jan 2019 at 09:28hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

What went wrong with Oliver Mtukudzi?

Two authors who worked under renowned musician Oliver Mtukudzi in different capacities in separate eras have written about the musician's work and character.Former Mtukudzi lead guitarist Mono Mukundu dedicates a chapter of his book "Follo…

Published: 29 Mar 2018 at 06:34hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Stunning details in Mtukudzi book

Veteran journalist and author, Shepherd Mutamba, has released an explosive, second tell-all book on the life of Oliver Mtukudzi - whom he claims received many gifts from unhinged former first lady Grace Mugabe and also controversially host…

Published: 13 Mar 2018 at 05:47hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mtukudzi to perform on board fastjet's flight this Friday

This Friday 9 March 2018 fastjet and music legend Dr. Oliver Mtukudzi will host a Zimbabwean first when the superstar performs at 34 000 feet, on a fastjet flight, between Harare and Victoria Falls. â€˜Tuku' will deliver an acoustic set co…

Published: 07 Mar 2018 at 12:48hrs | 4 | by Agencies

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