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Victory in Scotland By Dickson Bandera GLASGOW, Scotland — Zimbabwe’s St John’s College Pipe Band has clinched first place at the inaugural World Youth Pipe Band Championships, marking a historic victory on the global stage. The band, sponsored by Expacare, outshone 32 competitors from across the world to secure the top spot in the Novice…
By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe and Japan have launched an ambitious cultural exchange programme aimed at nurturing Zimbabwean youth talent in the world-renowned Japanese manga industry. The initiative, titled “Become a Manga Artist in Japan”, was unveiled by the Embassy of the Republic of Zimbabwe in Tokyo alongside Jitsugyo no Nihon Sha Co. Ltd, Zaif INO…
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By Dickson Bandera Celebrated gospel music icons Pastor Charles Charamba and Amai Olivia Charamba are commemorating 30 years in the music industry this year—a milestone that speaks volumes of their sustained service and enduring influence on Zimbabwe’s gospel music landscape. To mark this remarkable journey, the couple recently released a total of 30 new songs….
By Staff Reporter It was a day of colour, song and spirited community action last Saturday in Hatfield, where veteran gospel musician and passionate environmentalist Pax Gomo transformed music and dance into a rallying cry for Zimbabwe’s wetlands and fragile ecosystems. Partnering with Mashmar College, Gomo hosted the vibrant Environment and Culture Carnival — an…
Elizabeth Gambe By Wellington Mareva I am writing this article today with heart heavy with grief to celebrate the life of a beautiful soul—Elizabeth Fair Gambe. Though her time with us was far too short, her impact on some people’s lives (especially her relatives) was deep, unforgettable, and profound. Elizabeth lived with a quiet strength…
By Dickson Bandera Award-winning Zimbabwean musician Jah Prayzah has cancelled his highly anticipated U.S. shows originally scheduled for July 4th in Washington D.C. and July 5th in Dallas. The decision follows an unexpected visa processing issue faced by his team. Taking to social media, Jah Prayzah explained the circumstances behind the cancellations and addressed his…
EU Ambassador to Zimbabwe HE Jobst Von Kirchmann with Zimbabwe award winning musician, Jah Prayzah By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe’s creative industry has received a welcome boost, with the Culture Fund of Zimbabwe Trust and the European Union Delegation announcing grants totalling USD $27,929 under the CreativeACTIONs 2 programme. Revealed in Harare on Wednesday, the latest…
Brand-new white Toyota Fortuner 2.8 GD6. By Dickson Bandera The much publicized separation of gospel musician Mambo Dhuterere and his wife Dorcas Vambe has drawn sympathy from businessman and philanthropist Sir Wicknell Chivhayo, who has gifted the couple a car each, along with US$50,000 for Mambo Dhuterere and US$100,000 for his wife. Since breaking into…
European Union Ambassador to Zimbabwe, His Excellency Jobst Von Kirchmann poses for a photo with musician Jah Prayzah By Dickson Bandera Zimbabwe’s creative sector has received a strong endorsement from a powerful admirer of Zimbqbwean arts and culture—European Union Ambassador to Zimbabwe, His Excellency Jobst Von Kirchmann. Speaking just before the close of the 65th…