Relief for Zimbabwean musicians

Relief for Zimbabwean musicians
DStv has announced the launch Trace Africa, which started screening across southern Africa, on September 1.
Viewers on the Premium, Compact + and Compact bouquets will be spoilt for choice with a wide selection of authentic African music and stars on channel 326.
Trace Africa will serve as the premier destination for Southern African music lovers, featuring music videos of the best contemporary Southern African music hits as well as exclusive specials and documentaries.
A statement from DStv said: “From Kwaito and House to Coupé-Décalé, from Afro-pop and Rumba to Ndombolo, Trace Africa has them all!
“Trace is already the leading music brand in Africa. The new localised music channel will help promote more artistes from the biggest music hubs of Southern Africa including Zimbabwe and they will better serve the strong need of the local audiences for great local content.”
The statement said viewers can look forward to shows such as “African Hit 10”, a daily countdown of the best hits from Africa. “New”, focusing on the latest releases and freshest tunes by local talent and “Guest Star”, puts the spotlight on today’s hottest Southern African stars where viewers will get to know their favourite stars on a personal level.
“Remember to tune in for more sights, sounds and news from your favourite artists only on DStv channel 326,” the statement said.
For a long time Zimbabwean artistes have cried foul over lack of rotation on regional channels and a dedicated channel should sure end their troubles.
Jah Prayzah’s duet with Tanzanian Diamond Platinumz titled Watora Mari and Ammara Brown and Tytan’s Mukoko are the latest successes making it onto regional channels.