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Jeys Marabini set to thrill fans with 'Umjolo' album launch

Afro-jazz legend Jeys Marabini is set to launch his highly anticipated 10th studio album, Umjolo, this Friday, October 3, 2025, at the Palace Hotel in Bulawayo.Organisers say fans can expect a captivating night of music and celebration, wi…

Published: 02 Oct 2025 at 07:35hrs | 83 | by Stephen Jakes

Madzibaba Nicholas Zakaria hospitalised

Veteran sungura musician Madzibaba Nicholas Zakaria has been admitted to Chitungwiza Central Hospital as he battles deteriorating health. The 69-year-old music icon, widely regarded as the godfather of sungura, has paused plans to rec…

Published: 08 Aug 2025 at 19:55hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bhila set to light up Bulawayo theatre

Bulawayo music sensation Bhila is set to deliver an electrifying performance at the Bulawayo Theatre on 24 August, headlining a major concert under his own media house, Bhilabong.The highly anticipated show will feature live renditions fro…

Published: 06 Aug 2025 at 16:04hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bhila set for electrifying first solo concert in Bulawayo

Bulawayo-based musician Bhila, born Patriach Welcom Joel Manyabi, is preparing to make history with his first solo show, "Bhila Live in Concert", set for Sunday, 24 August, at the Bulawayo Theatre. Known for his unique storytelling style, …

Published: 04 Aug 2025 at 12:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

WATCH: Zhakata returns with powerful song 'Inguva'

Legendary Zimbabwean musician Leonard Karikoga Zhakata has released a new single titled Inguva, marking a major moment for his devoted fans and reaffirming his influence in Zimbabwe's musical landscape. Known for his deep, soulful lyrics a…

Published: 10 Jul 2025 at 16:10hrs | | by Staff reporter

Macheso heaps praises on Nsimbi zeZhwane

Popular Zimbabwean musician Alick Macheso has heaped praise on music group Nsimbi zeZhwane, describing them as masters of their craft who have made a significant mark in the local entertainment scene.Macheso was in Bulawayo over the past w…

Published: 08 May 2025 at 11:18hrs | 225 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean Sensation Ananya Revisits Childhood Nostalgia on New Single 'Long Jump'

Johannesburg - Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ananya has always walked a tightrope between worlds. Her latest single, Long Jump, is a deeply personal indie-pop track that captures that delicate balancing act: the ache of dista…

Published: 25 Apr 2025 at 14:15hrs | | by Agencies

Sulu Chimbetu working on Tsapo

Dendera boss Sulamani (Sudza) Chimbetu is busy recording his forthcoming 10-track album titled Tsapo.The Orchestra Dendera Kings frontman told Bulawayo24.com that the album will be unleashed anytime soon."We are polishing our 10-track albu…

Published: 03 Apr 2025 at 16:36hrs | 482 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Ti Gonzi to mark Birthday with the release of new album '20Twenty-Fight'

Zimbabwean hip-hop artist Ti Gonzi will mark his birthday with the release of his latest album, 20Twenty-Fight.The event, taking place on 5 April at Jongwe Corner in Harare, will  feature performances from artists including Ishan, Hol…

Published: 13 Feb 2025 at 12:50hrs | 204 | by Loma Media

Chirambiwa releases eight tracks at 69

Rising Afro-fusion singer Moses Mupitisi Chirambiwa has recorded eight tracks after sixty-nine years of life.The U-band front man has recorded five tracks this year with Makumbe productions and three of were recorded last year when he star…

Published: 13 Feb 2025 at 12:33hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Macheso's kupa kuturika accepted

Sungura lovers have accepted the "king of Sungura" Alick Macheso's latest album "Kupa kuturika" Macheso who is on a nationwide tour marketing his new offering is packing venues to capacity.Yesterday all age groups flocked at Jongwe co…

Published: 12 Nov 2024 at 15:25hrs | 3141 | by Simbarashe Sithole in Dotito

Mbare fire evidence disappears

Investigations into the cause of the devastating fire that engulfed Mbare Musika last week have reportedly stalled as vendors rushed to clean up and reclaim the affected space, NewsDay has learned. The fire, which destroyed goods and merch…

Published: 17 Oct 2024 at 13:26hrs | 1125 | by Staff reporter

Otis Fraser to headline Bulawayo's Old School gig

Following the successful hosting of the Private School music event over the weekend, Bulawayo is poised for another exciting night of nostalgia with the upcoming Old School Gig at The Place next Friday. Music lovers can look forward to a t…

Published: 17 Oct 2024 at 13:25hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chiedza Chedenga makes strides in gospel music

Mvurwi-based Acapella gospel group Chiedza Chedenga is rising in the gospel music industry.Speaking after the anti-drug Galla dubbed Indaba Boss birthday bash in Guruve recently the group leader Simbarashe Tembo said the group is making st…

Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 12:17hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

WATCH: Gweru Artiste Nathan Kajeke Releases Debut Music Video

Gweru-based Afro-fusion artist Nathan Kajeke has launched his first official music video, titled "Ndichakufira/Ngizokufela."The emotional track, featuring lmusic geomal, draws inspiration from a dream about a single man's unrequited love f…

Published: 07 Sep 2024 at 20:07hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Ufasimba takes Gwanda by storm

A rising Imbube music group has taken the mining town of Gwanda by storm through a genre that locals can identify with.The streets of Jahunda are vibrating to traditional sound laced with captivating performances.The Ufasimba, the Home of …

Published: 04 Sep 2024 at 16:45hrs | 1206 | by Staff reporter

Chirambiwa releases national songs

Rising Afrofusion artiste Moses Muputisi Chirambiwa of U band has released three tracks that praise Zimbabwe and the achievements done so far by the Government.The first track is titled Vakuru Venyika the song condems drug abuse and praise…

Published: 25 Aug 2024 at 15:07hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Chiwenga's wife to officially open Matabeleland South Agricultural Show

Retired army general Constantino Chiwenga's wife Colonel Miniyothabo Baloyi-Chiwenga has arrived in Gwanda to officially open the 66th edition of the Matabeleland South Agricultural Show. The event, which began on Wednesday, is themed "Sma…

Published: 24 Aug 2024 at 18:59hrs | | by Staff reporter

Entertainment Trends in 2024: A Transformative Year

The entertainment landscape in 2024 has undergone significant innovation and transformation. As technology advances and audience preferences shift, several key trends are defining the present and future of entertainment. Immersive Experien…

Published: 25 Jul 2024 at 11:48hrs | | by Staff Reporter

Pastor Joseph Tivafire warms up to 11th album launch

Renowned gospel musician, Joseph Tivafire is warming up to release and launch his eleventh album titled Takachengetwa this Saturday in Harare.The Mushandiriwashe founding couple told this publication during a pre-launch interview that all …

Published: 05 Jun 2024 at 07:11hrs | | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

Macheso appeals for land

Orchestra Mberikwazvo boss Alick Macheso on Sunday morning appealed for land in Bindura to start an arts centre.Addressing fans at his Chesology Sungura arts festival in Bindura Macheso said the responsible authority should give him land s…

Published: 14 Apr 2024 at 18:40hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

Izodzo Choral Group 4th album launch on cards

The Izodzo Choral group under Pastor Clyde Mutemachani is set to virtually launch its fourth much-awaited ten-track hymnal album on the 28th of April 2024 (this month end).Speaking during the interview with this publication following one o…

Published: 10 Apr 2024 at 22:10hrs | 224 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

Upcoming Steve Tgol fights drugs

Guruve based upcoming Afro-fusion musician Stephen Ngandu of Tgol Muzik band is taking a leading role in fighting drugs.The musician has partnered with several government institutions like Ministry of Youth, Zimbabwe Republic Police, Zimba…

Published: 16 Mar 2024 at 06:33hrs | 230 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Sasha Madhuve dishes perfumes on stage

Popular Afro-fusion singer Sasha "Madhuve" Lishomwa on Sunday dished perfumes to women of the Soko (Monkey) totem who attended her show at Kudu bar garden in Hatfield.There was stamped on stage when the singer called women of the Soko tote…

Published: 05 Mar 2024 at 14:40hrs | | by Gideon Madzikatidze

Gospel artists pen tribute songs for late Mother General Mabhiza

Several gospel artists have penned songs in memory of late Saint John Apostolic Church of the Whole World's Mother General Mabhiza.The late Mother General was remembered for her  marriage counseling and campaign against gender-based b…

Published: 17 Feb 2024 at 19:49hrs | | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

Andrea The Vocalist drops soulful single 'Bekezela' on his birthday

VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE - January 28, 2024 - Emerging Traditional Gospel sensation Andrea The Vocalist releases his latest single, "Bekezela," today, on his 15th birthday. The highly anticipated single is now available on all major digita…

Published: 28 Jan 2024 at 10:18hrs | | by Agencies

Stone and Water resort unleashes Sungura night

The God father of Sungura Nicholas (Senior lecturer) Zacharia is invading Mvurwi at the Luxurious Stone and Water resort on Saturday.Zacharia is being supported by Mvurwi based upcoming artiste Tyson "Dhimba" Pamire Chimurambe.Dhimba is ri…

Published: 05 Dec 2023 at 20:29hrs | 218 | by Own Correspondent

DJ Russy on fire

Mvurwi-based disc jockey Russell Chimota popularly known as "DJ Russy" in the arts industry is in his best form so far.The popular DJ Russy is currently riding high at Tam-Tam pub and grill in Mvurwi.Having started in 2004 when he was stil…

Published: 08 Nov 2023 at 09:22hrs | 219 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Master H embarrassed in Mvurwi

Zimdancehall musician Hillary "Master H" Marufu was on Friday night embarrassed by his fans in Mvurwi after he performed for only 45 minutes rather than the agreed 2 hours at Tamu Tamu leisure centre.The melody singer was dragged back to s…

Published: 22 Oct 2023 at 18:40hrs | 198 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Edd Branson sponsored Tanzanian model Mercy Kindamba shines at Miss Ocean World Pageant

 Tanzanian model, Mercy Paul Kindamba, sponsored by renowned philanthropist Dr. Edd Branson and representing Miss Tourism Africa and Africa Tourism Promotion Centre, has achieved a remarkable feat by securing a spot in the top 5 at th…

Published: 16 Oct 2023 at 12:34hrs | 231 | by Mandla Ndlovu

Stanbic supports artists to maximise their talents for financial gain

Harare, 11 October 2023 - Leading financial services institution, Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe is committed to propping up musicians and other creative artists and help them to maximize on their talents for their financial benefit.The Standard Ba…

Published: 11 Oct 2023 at 22:03hrs | 195 | by Agencies

Dj Rabaaz Releases 15-track Album

Pioneer of Gospel Mbirano music brand,Claud "Dj Rabaaz" Rabson has today released a 15-track album, the biggest single project so far in his musical career. Titled 'Gospel Mbirano Unlimited', the album consists of tracks; Handirare, M…

Published: 07 Oct 2023 at 23:16hrs | 196 | by Simbarashe Sithole

ZNi: The musical maverick creating summer magic!

South Africa, 2 September 2023 Summer is heating up, and we've got the perfect soundtrack to accompany your adventures. Meet ZNi, the musical sensation who's not just creating catchy tunes but also inspiring change through his music.Get re…

Published: 18 Sep 2023 at 15:32hrs | 212 | by Agencies

Jah Lemmy eyes Mozambique

TRADITIONAL musician Ginatsia "Jah Lemmy" Nyanhete is set to go to Mozambique in a fortnight for shows and shooting of his Mudzimu video.The Guruve arts marimba ensemble boss said he is going to market Zimbabwe in the neighbouring country.…

Published: 05 Jul 2023 at 07:52hrs | 221 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Pamire tops Sungura legends again

Sungura musician Tyson Pamire Chimurambe of Lullaby Express topped the Sungura legends top 20 list yesterday.The Mvurwi based musician is in cloud nine after receiving 360 votes to beat Gift Chineya who was second with 193 votes for his "C…

Published: 02 Jul 2023 at 14:33hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

USA-based Zimbabwean star to put Afro-pop on the map

Born and raised in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe, 21-year-old singer/songwriter MUNYAA (Munya Mambira) is here to put Afro-pop on the map.After just three years of living here, he's already leaving his mark."Afro-pop? I brought that to Eugene," MUNYA…

Published: 19 Jun 2023 at 06:53hrs | 226 | by Caden Traw

Introducing Marie Joseph: The rising vocalist unveiled by Zhomba Entertainment

Zhomba Entertainment, an African entertainment label, proudly presents its newest rising star vocalist, Marie Joseph.At just 17 years old, Marie Joseph, also known as Marie_JoSeph in the music industry, recorded her debut single in August …

Published: 04 Jun 2023 at 07:42hrs | | by Mandla Ndlovu

AUDIO: Shocking song by Mai Titi surfaces

A shocking song from Zimbabwean socialite and comedian Felistus Murata popularly known as Mai Titi has surfaced.The song titled Uri mumero has strong lyrics castigating double faced people who claim to be Mai Titi's friends and yet speak i…

Published: 11 May 2023 at 07:13hrs | | by Mandla Ndlovu

British Council funds African artists with Â£700 000

The British Council's Sub-Saharan Arts programme  has announced the success of its Culture Exchange open call for grants, an initiative that connects and promotes cultural exchanges through art. According to a press release in possess…

Published: 05 Mar 2023 at 15:31hrs | 236 | by Mandla Ndlovu

U2 announce comeback on the Las Vegas Stage

Everyone's favourite Irish rock band, U2, will make a more than welcome return to the stage later this year. The world-famous group has followed in the footsteps of Adele and Celine Dion, announcing their upcoming Las Vegas residency durin…

Published: 28 Feb 2023 at 15:22hrs | 204 | by Staff Reporter

WATCH: SADC artists release Robert Mugabe emotional song

Artists' from Zimbabwe, Zambia and Tanzania came together to release a sombre track in memory of the late founding father of the country Robert Mugabe on the 2023 edition of commemorating his birthday.Mugabe's birthday (21 February) is a N…

Published: 24 Feb 2023 at 06:49hrs | 206 | by Mandla Ndlovu

WATCH: Holy Ten opens up on Winky D beef

The 24-year-old Harare rapper, songwriter, and producer Holy Ten (real name Mukudzei Chitsama) has for the first time opened up about the controversy surrounding his collaboration with award winning artist Winky D on a song titled Ibotso w…

Published: 08 Feb 2023 at 08:11hrs | | by Mandla Ndlovu

Jah Lemmy hailed

Guruve community hailed traditional musician Ginatsia "Jah Lemmy" Nyanhete on New Year's Eve and New Year's day by attending his shows resoundingly.Jah Lemmy performed at Guruve hotel on New Year's Eve and Ruyamuro on New Year's day.Guruve…

Published: 03 Jan 2023 at 20:13hrs | 702 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Madiz dedicates a song to Levels and Shashi

Rhumba plus musician Itai "Madiz" Madzikura has dedicated his latest single track titled "Pinda Mumoyo" to under fire Chillspot Records co founder Tafadzwa "DJ Levels" Kadzimwe who is being dragged to court by his estranged girlfriend Ashl…

Published: 08 Dec 2022 at 13:29hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

WATCH: Fabiola Mukonda's Mupase challenge breaks the internet

Zambian songstress Fabiola Mukonda has broken the internet with a Mupase challenge which has seen her breaking records. Mupase challenge has racked in more than 500 000 views in less than 2 weeks. Mupase was produced by Zambian beatmaker M…

Published: 01 Dec 2022 at 08:48hrs | 178 | by Staff Reporter

Jah Lemmy unleashes Zimbe Remoto

TRADITIONAL musician  Ginatsia "Jah Lemmy" Nyanhete yesterday unleashed his single track Zimbe Remoto at Club 75 Ruyamuro in Guruve.The launch of the album came together with his birthday bashment.The colourful event was supported by …

Published: 13 Nov 2022 at 13:45hrs | 170 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Singer Trish Nyawo releases Nguwo Chena lyric video

Zimbabwean born Trish Nyawo has released a lyric video of his hit song Nguwo chena which talks about a poor boy who falls in love with a girl from a royal family and finds it hard to navigate the relationship because of his poor background…

Published: 27 Oct 2022 at 11:11hrs | 184 | by Mandla Ndlovu

WATCH: Shian and Monzon in Fire Emoji challenge

Masvingo based lyricist Shian the rapper has taken social media by storm after dropping fire bars as part of the Fire Emoji challenge. Shian the rapper is part of an upcoming Female duo of Monzon and Shian which is rocking the airwaves and…

Published: 08 Oct 2022 at 08:31hrs | 174 | by Mandla Ndlovu

Mbirano goes international

South African (SA) based Dj Rabaaz, well-known for pioneering the new sound of Gospel Mbirano in 2021 has just released an English praise God album titled Gospel Mbirano Praise to help market his new sound to the International community of…

Published: 04 Sep 2022 at 09:10hrs | 190 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Jah Lemmy graces China Chemadzimai

Traditional musician Jah Lemmy is expected to grace a ladies night show "China Chemadzimai"at bar rogue Harare on Thursday. The rising artiste is making impact on the show biz and pulling huge crowds.Speaking to this publication &nbsp…

Published: 17 Aug 2022 at 21:24hrs | 206 | by Simbarashe Sithole in Harare

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