Author: Shelly Chamunogwa

Daisy Mtukudzi, wife of the late music legend Oliver Mtukudzi, has finally addressed the controversy surrounding her step daughter Selmor’s involvement in the Tuku International Festival. Daisy expressed frustration over the ongoing debate, stating, “I’m tired of that issue because people will always put the blame on me.” She revealed that Selmor had been unresponsive to event organizers, making it difficult to move forward with the festival. According to Daisy Mtukudzi, the event organizers informed her that Selmor was not answering their calls, leading to a breakdown in communication. Daisy also described Selmor as “difficult,” saying, “She was supposed to…

Russia force have launched a significant counter-offensive against Ukrainian troops in the Kursk region, reclaiming control over around 10 settlements, according to pro-Moscow war bloggers and a senior Russian commander. The counter-offensive comes after Ukraine’s bold attack on August 6, where thousands of troops, supported by drones and Western-made arms, burst through the border into western Russia. Major General Apti Alaudinov, commander of Chechnya’s Akhmat special forces, reported that Russian forces had gone on the offensive, liberating around 10 settlements in the Kursk region. However, Reuters was unable to verify the battlefield reports due to reporting restrictions on both sides…

The upcoming Tuku International Festival of Arts has sparked a heated debate on social media after Selmor Mtukudzi, daughter of the late legendary musician Oliver “Tuku” Mtukudzi, was noticeably absent from the lineup. The festival, scheduled for September 21 and 22, aims to honor Tuku’s legacy, but Selmor’s exclusion has raised eyebrows. Fans and fellow artists have expressed outrage and disappointment, with some calling for a boycott of the festival. Selmor, who has been performing her father’s songs since his passing, seemed surprised by the snub. However, Tuku Music, the festival organizers, claimed they had invited her, sparking a war…

A lady has sparked widespread attention after recording herself and her colleagues in a toilet at the new Parliament Building in Mount Hampden, marveling at the touchless faucets. The incident which has quickly gone viral has sparked concern. In the viral video, the woman said, ” Mhaiwwe chirungu baba, pano tiri muladies yepa Mount Hampden. Chandanyanya kutorera video mukuona zvimupongoro zvinobuda mvura izvo” expressing her amazement on the new touchless faucets. This is the technology we have in the ladies’ toilets at the Mt. Hampden new parliament building. I took this video because of the ‘zvimupon’oro zvobuda mvura’ modern taps.…

Silent Killer was recently interviewed on NRTV Zimbabwe, where he showcased his impressive freestyle skills with a rendition of the “Engineer (Hold the Volume)” freestyle. After the interview, he jokingly warned the engineer not to skimp on the volume next time, saying it is better to have no rhythm than to have a rhythm without proper volume. During the interview, Silent Killer also discussed his clash with Blot, downplaying its significance. He said, “It was not a real clash, it was just a casual encounter. I am not afraid to speak my mind, and I will not be intimidated by…

JoyRukanza, an orchestral performer who was born in Bulawayo but is currently gaining popularity in the US, had the Zimbabwe Music Academy in Bulawayo with excitement over the weekend. At the Pop Meets Classical event, a captivating mix of musical instruments, including a grand piano, percussion, violin, trombone, and vocals, enthralled the audience. demonstrating that home is where the heart and the art truly bloom, she found her place in the music industry. Despite a delay in starting the show, the overall experience was worth the wait. The sound was well-balanced, and the stage was meticulously set, establishing a tone…

Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (Zida) chairman, Mr Busisa Moyo, says he will take advantage of the forthcoming UK-Zimbabwe Business Expo, to speak to potential investors on the vast opportunities that are available in Zimbabwe. The business expo, which is being organized by the Zimbabweans in Diaspora Organization (Zido) in collaboration with Vaka/Ekhaya, will be held on the fifth of next month at Bethel Convention Center in Birmingham, United Kingdom. “I will be highlighting the diverse and practical compendium of opportunities that Zida is currently profiling and the matchmaking platform that is starting to gain momentum,” said Mr Moyo. “The…

Vice President Dr Constantino Chiwenga, is expected to deliver the keynote address at the 2024 Chartered Governance and Accountancy Institute of Zimbabwe (CGAIZ) Annual Conference to be held in Victoria Falls between September 18-21,2024. He will be joined by high-level speakers including Cabinet ministers, local and international corporate governance experts and accounting professionals who would lead various panel discussions and share their insights with the delegates. CGAIZ, (formerly Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators in Zimbabwe (ICSAZ)) is a professional accountancy organisation, which offers qualifications and provides a professional home for chartered governance and accountancy professionals. According to the preliminary…

Zimbabwe’s gold production increased by 36 percent to 3,4 tonnes in August from 2,5 tonnes in the previous month, the latest official figures show. According to the country’s exclusive buyer of the yellow metal, Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR), artisanal and small-scale miners delivered 2,4 tonnes of the precious mineral, representing a 50 percent jump from the July figure of 1,6 tonnes. Artisanal and small-scale miners account for an average of 60 percent of the country’s annual gold output. During the period under review, large-scale producers’ output increased to one tonne from 999 kilo grammes in July. The remarkable increase in…

The International Images Film Festival (IIFF) 2024, held in Harare, Zimbabwe, came to a close on a high note, with a diverse range of films from around the world showcased throughout the event. The festival, which opened on August 23rd at the National Gallery of Zimbabwe, featured a mix of local and international films, with a focus on promoting women in film. Over the course of the festival, attendees were treated to a variety of films, including productions from Australia, Brazil, Colombia, Ethiopia, Iran, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, South Africa, Spain, and the USA. Outreach screenings were also held at community…