By Paidashe Mandivengerei GOVERNMENT, through the Sports and Arts Ministry in conjunction with National Arts of Council, is set to host a tribute concert in honour of late music icon, Oliver ‘Tuku’ Mtukudzi. The internationally acclaimed star died in January this year aged 66 succumbing to diabetes. He was declared a national hero. Dubbed “Tuku
Channel24 One of the greatest musicians in South African history, Johnny Clegg, died on Tuesday, 16 July. Johnny’s death was confirmed to Channel24 via a statement from his friend and manager Roddy Quin. In the statement, Roddy said about the artist’s funeral arrangements: “The family will be holding a private funeral service and we ask
By Agencies SOUTH African singer and songwriter Johnny Clegg, one of the few white artists to openly confront the apartheid government in the late 1970s and 1980s, has died. The Grammy-nominated artist – often called the “White Zulu” – died peacefully on Tuesday at his home in Johannesburg with his family there, his manager Roddy
By Leopold Munhende ZIMBABWEANS in United Kingdom will have an opportunity to pay homage to late music icon Oliver Mtukudzi’s family on Saturday when daughter Selmor is expected to turn back the hands of time in the company of long-time family friend and ex-Black Spirits band member Picky Kasamba. Selmor will be performing at a
By Paidashe Mandivengerei UNITED Kingdom based socialite and businesswoman, Olinda Chapel has encouraged young girls to speak out and report to relevant authorities as and when they have been taken advantage of by powerful people. Her comments come following Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) founder, Walter Magaya’s recent sexual abuse scandal in which he stands
By Paidashe Mandivengerei AFTER years since the Urban Grooves music movement rocked the airwaves, some of the leading lights in the popular genre resurfaced Saturday to reconnect with their fans. The show, dubbed ‘Euphoric Grooves’ organised by local promoters, Kayse Connect, urban grooves chanters performed yesteryear chart busting tracks, creating a nostalgic atmosphere. Ba Shupi,
By Paidashe Mandivengerei SOUTH African based vocal princess, Nadia Nakai has released an explosive 17 track album, featuring regional music luminaries. Songstress Nadia Nakai enthralled fans at her debut album launch on Thursday, at the plush Sumo Club in Johannesburg. In a heartfelt post on her official Instagram page, the ‘Bragga’ hitmaker thanked fans who
By Paidashe Mandivengerei RISING musician, Garry Mapanzure who was billed to perform at this year’s Jive Festival in the United Kingdom in a week, has cancelled the trip. The 21 year old RnB crooner was part of a star studded line up for the musical festival to be held in Leeds in UK this coming
By Paidashe Mandivengerei URBAN grooves songbird, Diana Samkange on Wednesday expressed a longing for the yesteryear music, revealing that they hope to bring back the music movement through their ‘Euphoric Grooves’ concert. Samkange, popularly known as Mangwenya, emerged in the music scene over a decade ago in 2006 as part of the popular music movement,
By Paidashe Mandivengerei SOUTH African based Zimbabwean born sommelier, Tongai Dhafana has cried foul over how the government overlooks the wine making industry. The renowned wine maker encouraged the Ministry of Tourism ministries to emulate their South African counterparts who invest in wine knowledge. Dhafana told New Zimbabwe.com in an interview that there is little
Wonderwall.com With nearly 14 million Instagram followers and a pretty much daily posting habit, Madonna hardly seems like an opponent of the social media platform. But as she explained in a recent interview with The Sun and the “Dan Wooten Podcast,” she’s not a fan of anything that locks people into worrying about who they
By Paidashe Mandivengerei RADIO and television personality and self styled ‘prophet’ Oscar Pambuka has sensationally claimed mbanje (cannabis) smoking is not a “sin”. The veteran broadcaster-turned ‘prophet’ was speaking in an interview with a local radio station. Pambuka, who has had his fair share of scandals, allegedly took marijuana in the high density suburb of
By Paidashe Mandivengerei ZIMBABWEAN musician and The Voice USA contestant, Brian Nhira has embarked on an African Tour, using the opportunity to share tips to a successful career with local upcoming artists. Nhira who grabbed the attention of American music luminaries, Pharell, Adam Levine with his The Voice USA 2016 performance will tour Zimbabwe, South
Channel24 After proposing to her bae Ntobeko Linda in May, Zodwa Wabantu has now put the wedding plans on hold. Sharing a post on Instagram on Saturday, the entertainer wrote: “I’m loosingmyself. I need my spark back. I’m not happy anymore. Free Ntobeko he’s still growing. No wedding. [sic]” Speaking to The Juice on Monday,
Channel24.co.za Singer Kelly Khumalo released an emotional statement following reports that implicate four celebrities in the murder of former Bafana Bafana goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa, who was shot dead in 2014 in an alleged botched armed robbery at Kelly’s home. According to the reports, three celebrities and a top cop are facing imminent arrest for defeating
Channel24 Colombian singer Shakira is denying any wrongdoing as regards a claim of tax evasion in Spain. In December, prosecutors charged the 42-year-old songstress with failing to pay €14,4 million (around R245 million) in taxes in Spain between 2012 and 2014, E News reports. During her court appearance on Thursday, the singer said she was
By Paidashe Mandivengerei THE Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe (BAZ), has moved to ban popular ZimDancehall crooner, Tocky Vibes’ recently released song ‘African Queen (Binga)’ from the airwaves citing the track’s lyrical content. In a statement BAZ said it had received a complaint over the song’s offensive lyrics. The song is part of Tocky’s latest album
By Paidashe Mandivengerei LEGENDARY Chimurenga exponent, Thomas ‘Mukanya’ Mapfumo’s manager Sam Mataure who collapsed late last week is recovering in hospital. The stricken Mataure, is also a former manager of the late national hero and another music icon Oliver Mtukudzi’. He reportedly collapsed at Mapfumo’s Oregon home in the United States where he moved to
By Paidashe Mandivengerei AFROPOP Fusion sensation, Tamy Moyo has revealed that the biggest challenge she has faced thus far is her age. Now 21, who released her first single at 13, said back then age limited her opportunities adding promoters and fellow artistes often snub her because of her tender age. She was speaking to
By Paidashe Mandivengerei RENOWNED South African record producer and DJ, Oskido has rejected his nomination for the Roil Bulawayo Arts Awards (RoilBAAs) saying he is not Zimbabwean and does not qualify for the award. The multi-award winning artist through his record label, Kalawa Jazmee snubbed the award nomination for Outstanding Arts Personality from Outside Bulawayo.
