By Staff Reporter CELEBRATED South African DJ, Zinhle Jiyane will lead a cast of talented artists set to grace the main stage at Zimfest Live in August it has been announced. She joins a long list of popular acts that include Thomas Mapfumo, Winky D, ExQ and Kanjiva hitmaker Enzo Ishall. Born in Dannhauser, a
By Leopold Munhende NYASHA Chingono a local journalist who has added gospel music on his repertoire will on Saturday share the stage with legendary singer Baba Mechanic Manyeruke when he launches his latest offing, Test of Glory at Theatre in the Park, Harare. Chingono told NewZimbabwe.com that sharing the stage with Manyeruke at his launch was more
By Leopold Munhende CONTROVERSIAL nude artiste Vimbai Zimuto has claimed prominent figures from Zimbabwe constantly flood her inbox requesting pictures including those of her private parts. Zimuto was speaking at her V’tude Concert and Photographic Exhibition press conference in Harare on Thursday. “I get a lot of requests, people ask me to send them personal
Channel24 American singer Katy Perry appeared in court on Thursday. Katy and her producers Dr Luke, Max Martin, rapper Juicy J and songwriter Sarah Hudson have been accused of copyright infringement. The lawsuit relates to one of her biggest hits, Dark Horse. According to Billboard, the lawsuit alleges the underlying beat from Christian rapper Flame’s
CNN As a supermodel with a career spanning across three decades, Naomi Campbell has spent a lot of time on airplanes over the years. So it’s no surprise that she’s developed quite a regimented pre-flight routine. Campbell provides an insight into her regular flying ritual on her YouTube channel, “Being Naomi”, and the details are
Briefly.co.za SA rapper, Cassper Nyovest, took to social media recently to extend a hand to the public regarding music collaborations “Hit me up,” Cassper told fans and followers. Many of Mzansi’s aspiring musicians and rappers shared their tracks with Cassper, hoping that he would choose to rap a verse on their songs. Cassper started off
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,
