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Africa Day Reggae-Dancehall Bash celebrates 15 Years in Cape Town

A massive reggae-dancehall bash is set to headline Africa Day celebrations in Cape Town South Africa on Sunday with top Zim spinners taking to the turntables at Club 101 Castle Street in the resort town.The reggae-dancehall bash, dubbed Ma…

Published: 24 May 2025 at 22:38hrs | | by Gideon Madzikatidze

Winky D faces venue crisis as HICC double-books his Crossover Show

Dancehall artist Winky D, widely regarded as one of Zimbabwe's musical giants, is facing a major setback ahead of his highly anticipated "Crossover Show" on December 31, 2024. The Harare International Conference Centre (HICC), the venue he…

Published: 06 Dec 2024 at 14:27hrs | | by Staff reporter

WATCH: Zimbabwean-born comedian makes Simon Cowell and Americans cry from LAUGHTER!

Comedian Learnmore Jonasi, a 31-year-old Pittsburgh resident born in Zimbabwe, is having a moment this summer on NBC's "America's Got Talent," making it into the Top 44 with his next appearance tonight (8 p.m., WPXI-TV) as he competes for …

Published: 28 Aug 2024 at 16:41hrs | 1940 | by Staff reporter

Sulu mesmerizes Harare

Sean Timba hit-maker Sulumani "Sudza" Chimbetu yesterday mesmerized Dendera fans at Jameson Hotel, Harare.The energetic musician did not disappoint on stage as he performed for more than seven hours.Today Sudza will be in Bindura for the m…

Published: 13 Apr 2024 at 16:18hrs | 237 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Sungura lovers brave rains at Macheso's gig

Lovers of Sungura braved rains on Thursday night as the king of Sungura Alick Macheso held a Harare gig in Budiriro where he was supported by Somandla "Mafia" Ndebele.Although rains tried to disturb Sungura lovers when Mafia was playing bu…

Published: 31 Mar 2024 at 16:19hrs | 206 | by Simbarashe Sithole

BREAKING: Macheso end of 2023 Show has been cancelled

The current wave of Cholera outbreaks has forced the King of Sungura Alick  Macheso to cancel his much hyped 007 show  in Glendale which was penciled for today.One of Ochestra Mberikwazvo's band manager Lucky Macheso confirmed th…

Published: 31 Dec 2023 at 09:31hrs | 209 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Macheso's end of year party set for Glendale

The King of Sungura Alick Macheso is set to host his end of year party at his favorite hunting ground 007 in Glendale tomorrow.It has since become a norm at Orchestra Mberikwazvo band to end every year in Glendale.Macheso who hails from Ma…

Published: 30 Dec 2023 at 09:06hrs | 221 | by Simbarashe Sithole

WATCH: Romeo Gasa joins Jah Lemmy on stage

Sungura musician Romeo "Simbi Hombe" Gasa is continuing to show his generosity to up and coming musicians by giving them a platform to perform at his shows.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HM8-pcUEogSimbi Hombe was moving with Guruve based…

Published: 08 Aug 2023 at 19:04hrs | 216 | by Simbarashe Sithole

UK: Zimfest Live reveal exciting 2023 line-up for Herts Showground

New and familiar names including Killer T, Tocky Vibes, Berita, Musa Keys and Sha Sha have been added to the line-up, as revealed in the latest stage announcement.Zimfest Live will return in July for a two-day event and will see new and fa…

Published: 17 Jul 2023 at 09:19hrs | 198 | by Tidi Kwidini

Musicians flock at Guruve hotel

Several musicians flocked at Guruve hotel on Saturday for a family show.Music promoter and Guruve hotel proprietor Monica "Mai Mabhena" Chikanda organized a well-attended show at her place.Artiste like Chipo Muchengwa, Terry Gee, James Cha…

Published: 09 Jul 2023 at 08:45hrs | 197 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Jazz & Soul festival roars to life

Sherwood Golf Club in Harare is the only place to be this weekend as it hosts the inaugural Jazz & Soul in Zim Musical Festival.The four-day musical festival kicks off today with a free show featuring some of Zimbabwe's household names…

Published: 25 May 2023 at 21:19hrs | 149 | by Tarisai Mudahondo

How has the entertainment sector been changing lately?

By definition, entertainment is a type of activity that has the objective of catching the audience's attention to create a sense of relaxation and delight. The entertainment sector is very much a result of social human behaviour adapted to…

Published: 14 Feb 2023 at 21:08hrs | | by Staff Reporter

Gushungo lights up Harare on Heroes Eve

Mbira musician Tatenda "Gushungo" Gomwe was on fire yesterday at Bar Rouge in Harare as he put fans in Heroes mood.Gushungo played right codes which attracted many people and made them appreciate their tradition.Speaking to Bulawayo24.com …

Published: 08 Aug 2022 at 12:37hrs | 194 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Juntal to preach in Gokwe

The king of Rhumba Farai "Juntal" Serima is set to preach the gospel of Rhumba in the remote Gokwe on Sartuday.The Afromix boss Juntal is taking his band to Gokwe as part of his nationwide tour.The band manager Irvine Kundishora said they …

Published: 30 Jul 2022 at 17:47hrs | 150 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Vee Mhofu packs Gungwa

Mbira musician Vee Mhofu of Dziva reMbira on Sunday packed Gungwa nightclub in Chitungwiza.The musician did not disappoint on stage after dishing out a powerful performance.Dziva rembira's drummer Linnot Laimbo left fans clamouring for mor…

Published: 18 Jul 2022 at 11:57hrs | 198 | by Simbarashe Sithole in Chitungwiza

Senior cop nabbed for possession of a Pangolin

Two senior police officers were yesterday nabbed in Rusape for illegal possession of a pangolin.Assistant Inspector Kasiya Kalolo  and Sergeant Vimba Marufu both of ZRP Inyathi were arrested by detectives of Criminal investigations de…

Published: 09 Jul 2022 at 18:08hrs | 202 | by Desmond Nleya / Simbarashe Sithole

Macheso packs Guruve hotel

Thousands of Sungura lovers around Guruve yesterday  braved the cold and came to see the King of Sungura  Alick Macheso  live on stage.Macheso was hosted by prominent  Guruve businesswoman and music promoter Monica "Mai…

Published: 09 Jul 2022 at 18:05hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Macheso gets Bulawayo's support

King of Sungura Alick Macheso has got a lot of support  from musicians  who are set to grace his Bulawayo show tomorrow. Macheso will be performing  at Eyardn park supported  by various artistes.Bulawayo's finnest …

Published: 01 Jul 2022 at 19:20hrs | 158 | by Simbarashe Sithole

WATCH: Macheso promises fireworks in Bulawayo

Legendary Alick Macheso "Cheso Power" is promising  fire works this Sartuday  in Bulawayo  as he takes his new album "Tinosvitswa nashe" to the city of Kings.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dVEUErl4eZYCheso power is calling …

Published: 28 Jun 2022 at 15:52hrs | 194 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Senior lecture revives Jimmy Jimalo's legacy

Sungura legend Nicholas Zacharia "Senior Lecture" has revived the late music promoter Jimmy Jimalo's legacy by performing at his bar in Highfied on Saturday.Jimmy Jimalo bar which used to be the home of music with big artiste like Alick Ma…

Published: 26 Jun 2022 at 08:05hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

WATCH: Macheso plays guitar with towel

King of Sungura proved to be genius after playing his guitar with a towel at Shamwari Joe hotel in Mvurwi yesterday.Some call him Extra basso or Baba Sharo due to his multi talent on stage.The energetic 54 year old musician packed the venu…

Published: 19 Jun 2022 at 14:37hrs | 212 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Gasa burns Machipisa

Sungura giant Romeo "Simbi Hombe" Gasa proved to be a genius after thousands flocked Joy Centre,Open space in Highfied, Machipisa yesterday.The fans braved the cold and motorist found difficulties in finding parking as the car park was fil…

Published: 05 Jun 2022 at 22:43hrs | 207 | by Simbarashe Sithole in Harare

Andy Muridzo gets warm welcome

Musician Andrew Ngwenya popularly known as Andy Muridzo and his Jeetaz band who have been in the neigbouring South Africa for a month are back in their country  and yesterday  they received a warm welcome at Makwa leisure centre,…

Published: 11 Apr 2022 at 22:57hrs | 209 | by Simbarashe Sithole in Harare

WATCH: Sulu rocks Harare

Dendera king Sulumani Chimbetu and Ochestra Dendera kings yesterday rocked fans in Harare at Rogue bar.https://youtube.com/watch?v=B1vXDEKiT2gThe smartly dressed  band was outstanding as people danced through out the whole show.Sulu p…

Published: 02 Apr 2022 at 12:42hrs | 187 | by Simbarashe Sithole in Harare

WATCH: Franco joins Sulumani Chimbetu

Struggling Sungura musician Franco "Slomo" Dhaka yesterday  joined Sulumani Chimbetu on stage at Leisure Centre in Chitungwiza.https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=yCI7uV9fwpIChimbetu was performing  at a family show together with Peter…

Published: 07 Mar 2022 at 05:21hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Vee Mhofu burns Harare

Mbira lovers in Harare are set to enjoy Dziva rembira sounds tomorrow Saturday at The Londoners,161A Strathaven shops in Harare where Vee Mhofu will be performing.The traditional artiste is becoming more and more popular as indicated by hu…

Published: 11 Feb 2022 at 17:16hrs | 191 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Vee Mhofu dates Mashwede

Mbira musician Virimai "Vee Mhofu" Nhedega is set to take his Dziva reMbire band at Mashwede village in Harare on Wednesday for a Mbira show.The smart Mbira artiste said fans should expect a thrilling show since they have modernized their …

Published: 09 Feb 2022 at 18:56hrs | 188 | by Simbarashe Sithole

WATCH: Macheso bounces back with local shows

The King of Singura Alick Macheso and his Orchestra Mberikwazvo band began local shows in Kwekwe yesterday after being forced to stop all shows due to the Covid 19 pandemic.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zIrVu9D9pFMToday he is performing …

Published: 07 Nov 2021 at 17:51hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole in Chitungwiza

Jah Prayzah show: minister spotted on the dance

Local Government minister July Moyo was last night spotted dancing his night out at a Jah Prayzah show at Gweru's Milan Restaurant with three young heavily built girls in exposing clothes rolling around him.Moyo was in the company of busin…

Published: 07 Nov 2021 at 17:46hrs | 202 | by Paul Ndou

Green dupes Bindura fans

AFRO FUSION musician Carlos Green aka "vakuru vemasmart" of VMV band did not show up for his advertised Bindura show at Club 1160 and decided to partner Andy Muridzo on Friday night at Pagomba CafÃ© in Beitbridge leaving legions of his fan…

Published: 01 Sep 2019 at 06:23hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

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. If you are like most people, you can remember when you had to adjust your entire schedule around your favorit…

Published: 05 Aug 2019 at 20:35hrs | | by Staff Writer

Magret Mwamuka to perform in five cities

THE award winning gospel artist Magret Mwamuka will perform in five major Cities within a month as a way of preaching the word of God.In an interview she said it has always been her dream to do such galas as she used to see them when she g…

Published: 11 Oct 2018 at 10:28hrs | | by Nigel Siziba

Macheso rocks Centenary fans

Orchestra Mberikwazvo front man Alick Macheso was filled with joy last night after his fans packed club Changaz in Centenary, Mashonaland Central to capacity.The king of Sungura could not contain his joy for his legions of fans as he jumpe…

Published: 16 Sep 2018 at 09:12hrs | 2010 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Chipfumo remembers Guruve fans

Sound of motherland boss Progress Chipfumo has finally remembered his Guruve fans last night after duping them twice by not attending  advertised shows. Chipfumo was performing at Chivavaya night club where he mesmerised his fans. His…

Published: 15 Jul 2018 at 08:28hrs | 1275 | by Simbarashe Sithole

The advantages of choosing LED lights for stage productions

There are a lot of choices when it comes to stage lights. If you are using the lights for special events or concerts on a big stage, it is best if you use LED lights. These types of lights are becoming a popular choice among many event org…

Published: 29 Jun 2018 at 22:25hrs | 218 | by Agencies

Zimfest Live 2018 back with killer line-up and announces headline sponsor

The highly anticipated southern African music and arts festival, Zimfest Live, will return in August organisers have announced.Scheduled for 11 August at Kempton Race course in Surrey, London, the largest summer celebration in the African …

Published: 30 May 2018 at 06:44hrs | | by Tidi Kwidini

Pastor Detrick Haddon heads to the UK

Levels are going higher and higher and the doors are opening further for the Rainbow Entertainment and Promotions following their scintillating delivery of a "sold out" and very successful event with Ps William McDowell last year in Birmin…

Published: 24 Mar 2018 at 10:36hrs | 186 | by Staff Reporter

Drama at Sulu's show, man bashes wife for attending without his consent

There was drama at Sulumani Chimbetu's show in Glendale, yesterday when a married woman attended the show without her husband's approval, who subsequently followed and bashed her leaving her for dead.The couple which was only identified as…

Published: 24 Mar 2018 at 07:31hrs | 189 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Ndolwane holds diseases awareness show in Lupane and Tsholotsho

Ndolwane Supper Sounds has conducted some great edutainment shows in Gomoza - Lupane and Tshefunye Tsholotsho on 14 March and 16 March 2018.THis was revealed by the group's manager Thandazani Nyoni who said the shows were based on educatin…

Published: 19 Mar 2018 at 06:50hrs | | by Stephen Jakes

Macheso nearly weeps playing Tongai Moyo song

The Sungura kingpin Alick Macheso proved to be a genius after he played various songs perfectly from departed musicians like Tongai Moyo, Sytem Tazvida, Cephas Mashakada and the Chimbetus that is Simon and Naison in commemoration of their …

Published: 04 Mar 2018 at 09:40hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

ULoyiko to be showcased at Zabalaza theatre festival

ULoyiko theatre play will be showcased at the annual Zabalaza festival on the 14th March 2014 in Cape Town, South Africa. ULoyiko is a theatre play by Siphesakhe Youth Organisation about the gukurahundi genocide which took place in Matabel…

Published: 24 Feb 2018 at 18:49hrs | | by Thulani Nkala

Esigodini hosts Voter Registration concert

Revolutionary greetings comrades.Voting is every citizen's constitutional right. Those that dare ignore this right and not vote are in most cases punished by being led by non-leaders. Leaders who put selfish narrow interests ahead of those…

Published: 13 Jan 2018 at 09:03hrs | | by Khulani David Ndhlovu

WATCH: 'l always put you first in my prayers,' Macheso tells fans

The Red cross ambassador Alick Macheso took 30 minutes praising God for the legions of his fans at Tanza Centre in Chitungwiza yesterday (Saturday).https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KayzKK4CslUBaba Shero as he is affectionately known by his …

Published: 31 Dec 2017 at 11:15hrs | 198 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Mugabe gets heft package

President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday gazetted pension and retirement benefits which a Zimbabwean former Head of State and Government should enjoy on retirement.The benefits were published in a Statutory Instrument of an Extraordinary Gov…

Published: 28 Dec 2017 at 09:12hrs | 186 | by Staff Reporter

Artist nabbed over 'fake' Kalawa Homecoming tickets joke

A SOCIAL media joke turned nasty for a Bulawayo artist who was nearly jailed yesterday for claiming to be in possession of cheaper and counterfeit Kalawa Homecoming tickets ahead of the show which took place last night.Nkululeko Nkala, kno…

Published: 28 Dec 2017 at 09:03hrs | 195 | by Staff Reporter

Tears of joy at Macheso show

The king of Sungura Alick Macheso aka baba Shero showed his generosity to many job seekers as he gave them a chance to show case their talent at a family show held at the elite Extra Mile Leisure Spot on boxing day.The Orchestra Mberikwazv…

Published: 27 Dec 2017 at 14:48hrs | 204 | by Simbarashe Sithole

WATCH: Sex workers fight at Macheso Christmas Eve show

There was a serious exchange of blows by commercial sex workers at Alick Macheso's Christmas Eve show at 007 Glendale.The Red Cross ambassador Macheso had to stop play for about 30 minutes preaching the gospel of peace before bursting into…

Published: 25 Dec 2017 at 12:53hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

PHOTOS: Jonathan Moyo a political refugee in Kenya?

Former ZBC presenter Ezra 'Tshisa' Sibanda has said it is now clear that the former Zanu-PF spin doctor Professor Jonathan Moyo is being hosted by the Kenyan government as a political refugee.Sibanda made these remarks on social media on S…

Published: 18 Dec 2017 at 07:58hrs | 23450 | by Staff Reporter

Soul Brothers in Bulawayo festive gig

After more than 10 years since their last show, kings of Mbaqanga music Soul Brothers will stage a show at the Large City Hall in Bulawayo on December 23.Joining Soul Brothers on stage from South Africa will be Mas'kandi artiste Ihashi Eli…

Published: 18 Dec 2017 at 07:42hrs | | by Staff Reporter

Zodwa Wabantu Zimbabwe show flops

The South African socialite Zodwa Wabantu show which was scheduled for Harare and Bulawayo has flopped on unclear conditions.This was announced by Devine Assignments through a statement saying it regrets to announce the cancellation of Zod…

Published: 07 Dec 2017 at 15:16hrs | | by Staff Reporter

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