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WATCH: A group of artists claims non-payment for work on Madam Boss' skits
Ingwe Farm, Zimbabwe - A group of artists based in Ingwe Farm is alleging that they were not paid fairly for their work on the popular skits "Ka life kemu komboni" and "Komboni life" produced by socia...Published: 15 Jul 2024 at 20:22hrs | 697 | by Gideon Madzikatidze in Ingwe Farm
Comedians target 'wealth' around Wicknell Chivayo
COMEDIANS Doc Vikella and Bhutisi, known for their ties to Zimbabwe's ruling party Zanu-PF, are trying to get a piece of the action from big spender Wicknell Chivayo. Doc Vikella is known for ...Published: 31 Mar 2024 at 16:30hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Only 12 registered nightclubs in Bulawayo
THERE are only 12 licensed and registered nightclubs in Bulawayo while the rest are said to be operating illegally.According to official records from the Ministry of Local Government and Publi...Published: 22 Jan 2024 at 04:49hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
WATCH: 'Strategic Ambiguity confuses me also' says Nelson Chamisa (satire)
In a dazzling display of political prowess, Magamba TV's recent satire skit featuring a parody of Nelson Chamisa has taken the internet by storm. The spoof revolves around the opposition leader proudl...Published: 18 Dec 2023 at 07:49hrs | 10 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
Actors dump Naiza Boom
Four members of the popular skit group Terrence Chirinda (Jatiwero), Yvonne Chirowa (aka Vovo), Myrone Muswe( Ozemwa) and Enlight Muzira ( Netsai) left the skit group over unpaid salaries and unprofes...Published: 04 Oct 2023 at 10:53hrs | 16 | by Tarisai Mudahondo
Zanu-PF bootlickers get a new member
The Ziya Cultural Arts Trust trio, led by comedian Sabhuku Vharazipi, has aligned itself with Zanu-PF and President Emmerson Mnangagwa, joining a growing list of artists and musicians who have receive...Published: 01 Oct 2023 at 07:39hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Unlocking the power of Social Media: How to make money and build your brand
In today's digital age, social media platforms have become more than just places to connect with friends and share photos; they have evolved into powerful tools for making money and building personal ...Published: 12 Sep 2023 at 13:53hrs | 5 | by Libz Mbanje
Mnangagwa endorses CCC candidate?
A DESPERATE CCC has resorted to photo-shopping videos and pictures to peddle equally desperate propaganda ahead of Wednesday's elections which pollsters have predicted will be won by Zanu-PF.T...Published: 21 Aug 2023 at 06:33hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter
Chevrons down but not out
Zimbabwe cricket fans suffered a heartbreak after the national cricket team, the Chevrons, stumbled in their quest to qualify for the World Cup with a defeat to Sri Lanka at Queens Sports Club in Bula...Published: 03 Jul 2023 at 07:11hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter
Sri Lanka humble Zimbabwe to secure World Cup spot
Pathum Nissanka's sublime unbeaten 101 propelled Sri Lanka to a place in this year's Cricket World Cup in India as the 1996 winners trounced hosts Zimbabwe by nine wickets at Queens Sports Club on Sun...Published: 02 Jul 2023 at 17:11hrs | 7 | by AFP
Zimbabweans resort to comedy to cope with failing economy
Zimbabweans are resorting to comic relief in the face of a failing economy, as the local currency loses value by the day. After all, laughter is the best medicine.This week, government workers...Published: 16 Jun 2023 at 08:19hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa reads riot act on prices
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday read the riot act on businesses that are working behind the scenes with vested foreign countries to hike prices to make the people suffer and turn against the Zanu-PF-led...Published: 10 Jun 2023 at 17:45hrs | | by Staff reporter
What's there to 'investigate' in Al Jazeera lies?
IF the Zanu-PF regime was a soccer player, it would be the top goalscorer.The prolific goalscoring would unfortunately not be into opponents' nets, but into their own net.That is what ...Published: 07 Apr 2023 at 10:19hrs | 1 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
What does Zim govt now want to 'investigate' when they've already dismissed Al Jazeera exposé as lies?
If the Zimbabwe regime were a soccer player, he would be the highest goal scorer!Although, not known for his prolific scoring against opponents - but, into his own net (own goals)!That...Published: 05 Apr 2023 at 12:34hrs | | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Oskido to perform at Victoria Falls Carnival
House music godfather, Oskido (real name Oscar Mdlongwa) who has been seemingly spending most of his time selecting wigs for his skits as Sis Judy on TikTok will be taking to the decks soon as he is s...Published: 09 Mar 2023 at 19:57hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Dynamos, Caps United shut out of CAF's multi-million dollar Super League project
ZIMBABWEAN football giants Dynamos and cross town rivals Caps United, whose participation in CAF's multi-million dollar Super League seemed all set when they were invited to one of the initiative's fo...Published: 17 Feb 2023 at 05:00hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter
Catholic priest under probe for harassing teachers, corruption
A Catholic resident priest at St Benedict High School, Fr Innocent Mangwiro is at loggerheads with the mission's authority and is now under investigation over allegations of misconduct, corrupt tenden...Published: 08 Jan 2023 at 08:56hrs | 8 | by Simbarashe Sithole
British-Zimbabwe comedian playing the former Prince Charles in Channel 4 satire
When a drag queen called Baga Chipz is selected to play Margaret Thatcher in a TV show, and that's not even the most delicious bit of casting, you know you're onto a winner.In Channel 4's...Published: 27 Nov 2022 at 14:55hrs | | by Agencies
Where is Generation Z age group born 2000-2004? The missing '1.5 million voters'
More than 1.5 million people turn18 since the last general election, and these youngest eligible Generation Z (Gen Z), Gen Zers or Zoomers form a diverse, active, and potentially decisive voting bloc ...Published: 02 Sep 2022 at 06:48hrs | 4 | by Farai Chirimumimba
Tragically, black people now willingly portraying themselves as fools and idiots!
Last night, it was most interesting, and even illuminating, watching a news clip on the Rhodesia period comic show, 'Tiki' - which featured a young black man engaged in several supposedly hilarious sk...Published: 02 Sep 2022 at 06:44hrs | | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe govt to blame for donor dependency
AT a time the Zanu-PF-led Zimbabwe government is eagerly pushing the enactment into law of the Private Voluntary Organisations (PVO) Bill that has sent earth-shaking tremors down non-governmental orga...Published: 19 Aug 2022 at 06:42hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe revolution is nigh
"LET the ruling classes tremble at a communistic revolution. The proletarians have nothing to lose, but their chains. They have a world to win. Workers of all countries unite!"This was Karl Ma...Published: 21 Jul 2022 at 06:43hrs | 8 | by Nomalanga Kabanzi
Madlela Skhobokhobo is the best comedian
MULTI-AWARD winning musician-cum-comedian Mothusi Bashimane Ndlovu, aka Madlela Skhobokhobo, believes he is one of the best comedians in Zimbabwe, but faces a barrier of language to maximise his poten...Published: 12 Jun 2022 at 09:20hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Look out for Madlela on Amanxeba drama series
WHENEVER the word Madlela Skhobokhobo is mentioned, many, if not all of us think of a comic character known for funny skits and Rhumba songs.That is set to change as the 50 du! singer is set t...Published: 08 Jun 2022 at 18:31hrs | | by Staff reporter
A fool and his money are soon parted!
The cash taps have well and truly been turned on.It seems hardworking Zimbabweans in faraway lands have been doing their bit to support family and friends back home, including bankrolling pote...Published: 15 May 2022 at 06:10hrs | | by Bishop
Govt steps up fight against hostile foreign propaganda
GOVERNMENT is revisiting the rollout of the national digital transmission network to ensure that citizens have access to timeous and appropriate information as part of efforts to stave off hostile for...Published: 07 Mar 2022 at 05:33hrs | | by Staff reporter
Govt revisits digital transformation rollout
The Government is revisiting the rollout of the national digital transmission network to ensure that citizens have access to timeous and appropriate information as part of efforts to stave off hostile...Published: 07 Mar 2022 at 05:31hrs | | by Staff reporter
No celebrity, no matter how influential, can convince an abused person to support his tormentors
I remember a debate we had with a learned friend, on social media a couple of months back, on whether an individual, as self-proclaimed prophet Passion Java, could be considered an influential person....Published: 01 Feb 2022 at 17:29hrs | 7 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
'Zanu-PF has no monopoly over yellow colour'
LEGAL experts yesterday said it would be unconstitutional for the ruling Zanu-PF party to bar newly-formed Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) led by Nelson Chamisa from using the yellow colour on its...Published: 01 Feb 2022 at 05:35hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo comedian bashed over 'dry joke'
Bulawayo comedian Zex Mdawini Sibanda was reportedly assaulted last week on a Zupco bus after he joked about lodgers in a manner which did not go down well with some of the passengers.Sibanda ...Published: 12 Jan 2022 at 04:28hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo bars, nightclubs operating illegally
AT a time when most nightclubs and bars are expecting to record brisk business as the festive season fever grips the country, the Bulawayo City Council may soon shut doors of some nightspots amid reve...Published: 19 Dec 2021 at 06:53hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter
Government's propaganda wheels coming off
The exhibition of lies, disinformation, misinformation and malice are major political diodes driving Zanu PF's propaganda machines.Zanu PF government has the tendency of always majoring on lie...Published: 25 Oct 2021 at 15:20hrs | | by Leonard Koni
Zanu-PF regime treating citizens like rubbish
IF the ever-bungling Zimbabwe regime had been a roving circus act, it would have been a huge hit, guaranteed my undying devotion and following — as it has proven to be thoroughly amusing, with its c...Published: 14 Sep 2021 at 06:07hrs | 1 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe regime the one destabilizing country and inciting unrest by treating citizens like rubbish
If the ever-bungling Zimbabwe regime had been a roving circus act, they would have been a huge hit, and guaranteed my undying devotion and following - as they have proven to be thoroughly amusing, wit...Published: 11 Sep 2021 at 13:39hrs | 7 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Covid-19 crisis: Can corporate leaders stand up and be counted!
Zimbabwe has undergone several crises over the years and each time disaster strikes, citizens have been known to put aside their differences - real or imagined - to put out the fire. It is thr...Published: 02 Aug 2021 at 20:21hrs | 2 | by Nathan Chikara
City will pay dearly for few voters
BULAWAYO'S loss of any constituency in the delimitation exercise will result in under-representation with devastating consequences on development and legislative priorities for the city, civic groups ...Published: 18 Jul 2021 at 08:04hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Zimsec June exams cancelled
The June 2021 Zimsec public examinations for both O and A-Levels have been cancelled following disruptions caused by Covid-19 and the resulting lockdown with those who had wanted to sit in June now jo...Published: 08 Apr 2021 at 08:38hrs | | by Staff reporter
Comedian mimics Mugabe to mock Mnangagwa's 'failure'
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has become the butt of jokes over his alleged neglect of the education sector after award-winning comedian Clive Chigubu chided him in his recent skit, The Pearly Gates wi...Published: 10 Mar 2021 at 06:06hrs | | by Staff reporter
Nceku relocates to Cyprus
COMEDIAN Nceku has relocated from South Africa to Cyprus as he seeks to grow his brand. The talented comedian-cum-musician left Bulawayo for South Africa five years ago in search of greener pastures. ...Published: 08 Mar 2021 at 05:28hrs | | by Staff reporter
Big Saturday read: The other side of the story
On the 27th of July 2017, the late President Morgan Tsvangirai convened an Extra-Ordinary National Council Meeting at his Highlands home.On the Agenda was the ratification of the Coalition Agr...Published: 17 Jan 2021 at 16:13hrs | | by Lloyd Damba
Dead bodies in Chamisa's hands
On the 27th of July 2017, the late President Morgan Tsvangirai convened an Extra-Ordinary National Council Meeting at his Highlands home.On the Agenda was the ratification of the Coalition Agr...Published: 17 Jan 2021 at 15:28hrs | | by Lloyd Damba
Leeroy Gopal speaks on acting career
SOUTH AFRICA-BASED Zimbabwean actor Lerroy Gopal has disclosed that he had two breakthroughs in his career and learning from his mistakes made him a better actor.The renowned actor, who is now...Published: 12 Sep 2020 at 07:44hrs | | by Staff reporter
Deaths, abductions and terror in Mnangagwa's backyard
Antony Kadozo, a veteran of Zimbabwe's liberation war, is struggling to come to terms with the death of his son, who was allegedly killed by Zanu-PF youths.The 65-year-old Kwekwe resident said...Published: 01 Sep 2019 at 14:52hrs | | by Staff reporter
Lies run sprints, truth runs marathons
They say time heals even the deepest of scars, but not for Bishop Lazarus.And they say everything — absolutely everything and anything — has a price, but not this man of scripture and pray...Published: 01 Sep 2019 at 14:33hrs | 2 | by Bishop Lazi
'Mnangagwa presides over gross abuse of human rights'
During his first year as President of Zimbabwe, Emmerson Mnangagwa has presided over a systematic and brutal crackdown on human rights, including the violent suppression of protests and a witch-hunt a...Published: 26 Aug 2019 at 18:53hrs | | by Agencies
Man murdered outside MDC office
Police are investigating after a man was killed outside a constituency office of the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) in Kwekwe on Friday.Officers responded after reports of a man lying de...Published: 23 Aug 2019 at 17:51hrs | | by ZimLive
'Comedian Gonyeti had her clothes removed and tortured'
Comedian Samantha Gonyeti Kureya of Bustop TV has narrated her ordeal at the hands of suspected state agents who abducted and gruesomely tortured he on Wednesday evening. The skit maker has be...Published: 22 Aug 2019 at 14:30hrs | 1 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Army boss sidelined over audio
The commander of One Presiential Guard Infantry Battalion at State House, Lieutenant-Colonel Samson Murombo, was sidelined from commanding the parade at the Defence Forces Day commemorations on Tuesda...Published: 16 Aug 2019 at 08:28hrs | | by Staff reporter
Should you be betting on reality TV show outcome too?
From TV and streaming services like Amazon Fire to Netflix it would be easy to say that television has now become revolutionized. I...Published: 05 Aug 2019 at 20:35hrs | 3 | by Staff Writer
Mnangagwa, army rift exposed
AN explosive leaked audio recording allegedly of First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa (pictured) has exposed the simmering bad blood between President Emmerson Mnangagwa and the military.This comes h...Published: 17 Jul 2019 at 08:45hrs | | by Staff reporter
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