Arts
By Monalisa Ntibane A new musical production celebrating the life of Mzilikazi kaMashobane is set to premiere in September, with auditions scheduled for July and August. The stage play is being developed as a large-scale cultural tribute to the founder of the Ndebele nation, tracing his journey from early life through his rise as a […]
Nokusa Masuku A 31-year-old man from Luveve has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after being convicted of raping a 16-year-old girl. The sentence was handed down by the Tredgold Magistrates’ Court in Bulawayo, where the offender was found guilty following evidence that he unlawfully entered the victim’s home under false pretenses before committing […]
Colleta Bell A US$1 million Youth Economic Fund has been launched to improve access to finance for youth-led enterprises across Zimbabwe’s 10 provinces. The fund was unveiled at the Youth in Business Forum 2026, held on the sidelines of the ongoing Zimbabwe International Trade Fair in Bulawayo. It will be disbursed through EmpowerBank in partnership […]
Colleta Bell South Africa is mourning the death of veteran actress and former beauty queen Cynthia Shange, who passed away on Monday, April 20, 2026, at the age of 76. According to a statement released by her family, Shange died in the early hours of the morning at a hospital in KwaZulu-Natal following an illness. […]
Colleta Bell Zimbabwe’s national handball teams have begun a 10-day intensive training camp in Harare as part of final preparations for the Zone Six Championships to be held at the Olympic youth development Centre in Lusaka, Zambia. The camp marks the last phase of training for both the men’s and women’s squads ahead of the […]
Nokusa Masuku Zambia and Zimbabwe have announced plans to restrict heavy trucks and trains from using the iconic Victoria Falls Bridge, in a move aimed at preserving the century-old structure and boosting its tourism value. Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema revealed the decision during the Engineering Institution of Zambia conference, citing growing concern over the strain […]
Kudakwashe Takundwa Zimbabwean a cappella group Family Voices has recorded a strong international showing after winning two awards and finishing runner-up in six categories at the Contemporary A Cappella Recording Awards (CARAs) in the United States. The group won Best Global Song and Best Traditional Album/EP, recognising their blend of Zimbabwean musical roots with modern […]
By Monalisa Ntibane| 13 April 2026 Zimbabwean musician Bhila says he is working on new music inspired by his recent experience at the Imiklomelo ka Dakamela Awards, where he was honoured for his contribution to the arts. Speaking to SkyzMetro FM, Bhila described the platform as significant in uplifting artists and exposing emerging talent, adding […]
By Monalisa Ntibane The Imiklomelo kaDakamela Festival will this year partner with Highlanders Football Club as part of the club’s 100-year celebrations, in a move organisers say will add significance to the cultural event and broaden its appeal. Preparations for the festival are progressing smoothly, with organisers expressing confidence in delivering a successful event. Speaking […]
By Monalisa Ntibane South African actress Dawn Thandeka King is set to be part of this year’s Imiklomelo kaDakamela adding star power to the cultural awards event. King, who hails from Eshowe in KwaZulu-Natal, is widely recognised for her work in television, as well as her roles as a musician, motivational speaker and social media […]
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