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Roki collaborates with DJ Tira
ROCKFORD "Roki" Josphat seems to have won the hearts of some South African music stars. After collaborating with DJ Maphorisa, on the song "Ziyakhala", Roki has been actively collaborating wit...Published: 27 Apr 2023 at 09:09hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
D'Banj sings praises for Mnangagwa upon arrival into Zimbabwe
Zanu-PF sympathiser and self-styled prophet Passion Java who was seemingly dissed for going broke in Winky D's latest offing Eureka has flown into the country Nigerian superstar D' Banj real name Olad...Published: 17 Jan 2023 at 14:10hrs | | by Staff reporter
Roki's 'screenshot' hit surpasses 100 000 views in 24 hours
POPULAR musician Roki's latest single Screenshot has surpassed 100 000 views within 24 hours of its release on the YouTube channel.The video for the hit song was released Friday and has amasse...Published: 11 Sep 2021 at 12:54hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
Roki tries out Amapiano
REBUILD, transform, adapt, reconstruct, remake, opulence, luxury and comfort. All of the above words are a simple depiction of how since the turn of the millennium, a slightly slim musician born in Ma...Published: 11 Sep 2021 at 12:40hrs | | by Staff reporter
No Roki, Koffie Chidzoka remix
Urban groover Rockford "Roki" Josphats has dismissed word on social media and in music corridors that he is working with Koffie Olomide on the remix of his all-time hit Chidzoka.After the rele...Published: 22 Aug 2021 at 07:53hrs | | by Staff reporter
Nexus of politics, music and snoozing masses
A FEW weeks ago, the country's social media streets were abuzz with what I call the "resurrection act" of one self-styled prophet and, to some folks, a sacrilegious poseur.This act was the act...Published: 21 Aug 2021 at 13:09hrs | | by Addy Kudita
Jonathan Moyo says anyone offended by Roki's Patati Patata lyrics lacked 'a moral compass'
EXILED former Cabinet Minister, Jonathan Moyo has defended urban grooves artist, Rockford 'Roki' Josphats from social media attacks following the release of his latest track, Patati Patata.Thi...Published: 11 Aug 2021 at 19:02hrs | | by Staff reporter
Roki, Kofi duet endorse Mnangagwa, divides public opinion
INTERNATIONALLY-ACCLAIMED Congolese rumba artist Kofi Olomidé's collaboration with local urban groover Rockford "Roki" Josphat on a project titled Patati Patata, which was released yesterday, has div...Published: 05 Aug 2021 at 06:24hrs | | by Staff reporter
Roki's collabo with Koffi, Rayvany drops to overwhelming response
The much-anticipated collaboration between rhumba maestro Koffi Olomide, local star Rockford 'Roki' Josphats and Tanzanian musician Rayvanny which was dropped yesterday morning has showcased the perfo...Published: 05 Aug 2021 at 06:13hrs | | by Staff reporter
Passion Java Records escalating
Passion Java Records is on the rise as it is working with various renowned musicians under its label. Today, urban groove crooner Rockford Josphat, affectionately known as Roki is also releasi...Published: 01 Jul 2021 at 17:47hrs | | by Lloyd Rabaya
Zimbabwe: 'The Second Republic'; Land history; Ownership and Productivity in the Post Mugabe era
The Author is a Master of Science in International Trade and Diplomacy student at the University of Zimbabwe. He holds a MSc degree in Development Studies (National University of Science and Technolog...Published: 14 Jan 2021 at 21:34hrs | 2 | by Livingstone Kazizi
Zimbabwe: 'The Second Republic'; Land history; Ownership and Productivity in the Post Mugabe Era
The Author is a Master of Science in International Trade and Diplomacy student at the University of Zimbabwe. He holds a MSc degree in Development Studies (National University of Science and Technolog...Published: 13 Jan 2021 at 12:32hrs | 4 | by Livingstone Kazizi
Nasty legal showdown at Doves
DOVES Life Assurance Company (Doves) shareholders are embroiled in a nasty High Court battle after Farai Matsika allegedly tried to elbow out his partner Phibeon Busangabanye.Matsika and Busan...Published: 04 Sep 2020 at 06:19hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Roki beds baby mama
After 11 years of living separate lives Rockford Josphat is back in bed with his baby mama Amanda Naude. Roki revealed that he had reconciled with his baby mama after the two had separated due...Published: 29 Mar 2019 at 17:50hrs | | by Staff reporter
Roki rebrands
Chidzoka hit-maker Rockford "Roki" Josphat, who has been out of groove for what seems to be a decade, has rebranded, promising to be mature and responsible.The talented musician and choreograp...Published: 28 Mar 2018 at 12:34hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mutsvangwa, probably the only Good News for New Zimbabwean Govt
In 1995, Nokia made a mobile handset named Nokia 5110. I looked at this handset and I was contented that nothing better would be made after it. From this handset, you had a watch, a telegram (later ca...Published: 02 Dec 2017 at 19:58hrs | 1 | by Ryton Dzimiri
Ammara back in bed with Roki
While some ex-lovers take the bitter route, erasing all traces of each other from their lives, this is not the case with former power couple, Rockford "Roki" Josphats and Ammara Brown, who appear to h...Published: 27 Oct 2017 at 06:24hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter
Fake US$, bond notes hits the market
FAKE United States dollars and bond notes are flooding the streets of Mutare, with the peddlers targeting unsuspecting taxi drivers, barmen shop attendants and Eco-cash agents.This has prompte...Published: 26 May 2017 at 10:50hrs | | by Staff reporter
Fast rising muso dumps pregnant wife
FAST rising musician Ashton Tapiwa Nyahora, better known as Mbeu, has abandoned his matrimonial home to live with a "small house", The Sunday Mail Leisure has established.It appears the vo...Published: 26 Feb 2017 at 09:46hrs | | by Staff reporter
'When I die, Zimbabwe will be free'
The late ZANLA supremo General Josiah Magama Tongogara saw a free Zimbabwe before he even went to join the liberation struggle.In 1963, General Tongogara, affectionately known as General Tongo...Published: 11 Feb 2016 at 15:01hrs | | by Staff reporter
Passer-by shot in crossfire
A Harare man allegedly fired three shots towards his brother following a family dispute, but missed him and shot a passer-by in both legs.Rockford Munjoma (52) appeared before Harare magistrat...Published: 07 Nov 2015 at 07:10hrs | | by Fungai Lupande
Fans molest Roki
URBAN grooves artiste Rockford "Roki" Josphats had a torrid time performing as a group of female revellers kept on groping his privates during the Bulawayo leg of the Alleluya Tour at Club Forty40 on ...Published: 17 Aug 2015 at 09:57hrs | 1 | by Showbiz Correspondent
More maintenance vows for Roki
URBAN grooves star musician Rockford "Roki" Josphats is M being sued by his ex-girlfriend who is claiming $462 for the upkeep of their six-year-old daughter.Acquamarine Ginnet Wallace is also ...Published: 05 Mar 2015 at 10:24hrs | | by Court Reporter
Heartbroken Roki dedicates song to Ammara
Urban Grooves musician Rockford Josphats, popularly known as Roki in music circles, is heartbroken following his recent split from songstress Ammara Brown and has penned a single - "Pore Pore" - to de...Published: 05 Feb 2015 at 06:54hrs | | by Nyemudzai Kakore
Roki, Ammara break up
BREAK UP!!!Yes, there is no better word to describe the announcement by songbird Ammara Brown that she and her musician boyfriend Roki real name Rockford Josphats are "just friends now."...Published: 01 Feb 2015 at 11:48hrs | | by Mbongeni Msimanga
Roki's ex-wife claiming $800 maintenance money
Mafriq diva Pauline Gundidza is claiming US$800 from her ex-husband Rockford Josphats for the upkeep of their two children. The matter was supposed to be heard by magistrate Mr Trevor Nyatsa...Published: 09 Jan 2015 at 12:04hrs | | by Court Reporter
Makosi back in the UK
FROM Harare to Johannesburg and even to Lagos, Makosi Today is changing the face of Africa one story at a time.Vox Africa are pleased to announce that the 12-episode Season 1 of Makosi Today...Published: 03 Nov 2014 at 16:02hrs | | by Staff reporter
Couple with 12 sons awaits baby number 13
Rockford - A western Michigan couple with 12 sons is expecting baby No 13, and even though they're sticking to their tradition of not finding out in advance whether they're having a boy or girl, they ...Published: 29 Oct 2014 at 14:25hrs | | by AP
Can celebrities ever keep their zips closed?
CELEBRITIES mirror and influence societies.It has become a norm that the so-called celebrities should lead by example, but it has turned out it is too hot to handle as most of them fail to set...Published: 16 Sep 2014 at 08:25hrs | | by Victoria Mushunje
It's Big Brother time again
NEVER change your game plan if you want to win Big Brother Africa.These are the words of advice from one of last year's Zimbabwe's representatives to Big Brother Africa reality show - Pokello ...Published: 31 Aug 2014 at 08:07hrs | | by Pabalelo Tlou
Roki cancels SA show
Musician Rockford "Roki" Josphat who was supposed to perfom at Miss Zimbabwe Cape Town in South Africa next week has cancelled the show to embark on his Australian tour.Roki who is leaving th...Published: 29 Aug 2014 at 08:53hrs | | by Sophia Chese
Controversial 'Roki' to wed
CONTROVERSIAL urban grooves star musician Rockford "Roki" Josphats is head over heels in love with songbird Ammara Brown.The celebrity couple, which has been dating for a while, is reportedly ...Published: 01 Jul 2014 at 07:50hrs | | by Staff reporter
Roki dumps urban grooves
Controversial, talented singer, Rockford Josphats, popularly known as Roki in the music circles has dumped the urban grooves saying he is no longer part of the genre."I am no-longer referred t...Published: 23 Jun 2014 at 10:19hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Why SADC and AU are an Empty Calabash dumped in Zimbabwe
When someone is trusted with a responsibility, they have to demonstrate that they have all the tools it takes unleash consequences if their mandate is violated. AU and SADC have an African sympathetic...Published: 01 Aug 2013 at 22:38hrs | | by Ryton Dzimiri
Roki tips 'Zim Hulk' to win this year's season of Big Brother
Former Big Brother StarGame housemate Rockford "Roki" Josphats has tipped Munyaradzi Hakeem Mandaza to win this year's season of Big Brother - The Chase.Roki, who was disqualified from the re...Published: 14 Jun 2013 at 06:18hrs | | by Zecheaus Nemadire
Big Brother Africa: The wait is over
The wait is over! The die is cast for a potentially thrilling Big Brother Africa, this year dubbed The Chase. There is no need for fortune-telling anymore, because tonight on AfricaMagic, AfricaMagic...Published: 26 May 2013 at 09:52hrs | | by Mtandazo Dube
Zimbabwe Big Brother Africa housemate is
THE wait for the most anticipated reality television show Big Brother Africa is over as the show begins tomorrow.Season eight of Big Brother Africa will be launched this Sunday and has been d...Published: 25 May 2013 at 14:15hrs | | by Chenai Nyakunengwa Lifestyle Writer
Hifa roars into life
The annual Harare International Festival of the Arts opens tomorrow with organisers saying everything was now in place.What a mixed bag at this year's annual event!Fans will be treate...Published: 29 Apr 2013 at 04:56hrs | | by Problem Masau Arts Correspondent
Big Brother housemate dragged to court by the woman he impregnated
Controversial singer and former Big Brother housemate, Rockford 'Roki' Josphats, has been dragged to court by one of his former lovers he reportedly impregnated.The woman, Juliana Ngoma, who ...Published: 27 Apr 2013 at 06:30hrs | | by Court reporter
Makosi audition for 2013 Big Brother Africa
Former United Kingdom (UK) Big Brother contestant Makosi Musambasi is keen to join 2013 Big Brother Africa.The controversial Musambasi who was part of the UK Big Brother in 2006, attended audi...Published: 23 Mar 2013 at 17:21hrs | | by Staff reporter
Roki pitches up at Macheso show
Urban grooves singer Roki made a surprise appearance at Alick Macheso's gig held over the weekend in Rhodesville. The "Chidzoka" hitmaker performed before a small crowd that turned up for the ...Published: 26 Feb 2013 at 04:27hrs | | by Entertainment Reporter
Roki tours UK
Urban groover, Rockford Josphat, who came second in the ZBC TV Top 50 videos of the year, is in the United Kingdom where he is working on a music project that will feature his 2013 songs.Roki...Published: 10 Jan 2013 at 12:52hrs | | by Arts reporter
Severe flood warnings for the UK
London - A woman was killed by a falling tree in southwest England, police said on Sunday, as severe flood warnings were introduced in parts of the country already soaked by rain and battered by stron...Published: 25 Nov 2012 at 06:27hrs | | by Sapa
Roki, ExQ jets off to UK
Urban grooves artistes Rockford "Roki" Josphats and Enock "ExQ" Munhenga are set to wow their legion of fans in United Kingdom next week.Madboiz Entertainment, an organisation made up of Zimba...Published: 12 Sep 2012 at 06:06hrs | | by Entertainment reporter
Roki and Maneta encounter
Urban grooves singer Rockford "Roki" Josphats is set to make his theatre debut when he stars as himself in a new play titled "Roki and Maneta (Encounter)" coming to Theatre in the Park. Produ...Published: 16 Aug 2012 at 07:12hrs | | by Entertainment Reporter
Zahara tour start in Harare tonight
The much-awaited Zahara tour starts tonight with the South African jazz sensation performing at the Fusion at Borrowdale Racecourse. The artist was initially schedu...Published: 10 Aug 2012 at 11:42hrs | | by Entertainment Reporter
It was just a game says Maneta
SHE has been ridiculed, called names, accused of lack of patriotism and dismissed as the "enemy of the State".However, Maneta Mazanhi has revealed that she will not allow anyone to deter her f...Published: 15 Jul 2012 at 15:49hrs | | by Leisure Correspondent
Maneta, Roki to reunite
New Zimbabwean celebrity, former Big Brother Stargame housemate Maneta Mazanhi is expected to reunite with fellow ex-housemate Rockford 'Roki' Josphats at a gig slated for the City Sports bar in Harar...Published: 14 Jul 2012 at 07:57hrs | | by Entertainment reporter
Maneta snubbed
MANETA Mazanhi has come back to Bulawayo, but not to a warm welcome as people said her presence had no significance as she was only notorious for riotous behaviour that embarrassed the nation on the A...Published: 09 Jul 2012 at 07:17hrs | | by Entertainment reporter
Roki to feature in an action movie
Disqualified Big Brother StarGame housemate Rockford Josphats might now act in an action movie.Speaking to Power FM presenter Hazvinei Sakarombe during a phone-in live programme, Roki -...Published: 29 Jun 2012 at 12:03hrs | | by Entertainment Reporter
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