When the body dances but the song does not seduce

Across Shona, Ndebele, Ndau, Tonga, Kalanga and other cultural communities, music has not simply been an arrangement of sound for passive consumption.

Kadoma music fest: Will Winky D, Beenie Man deliver another festival anthem?

The festival will also feature Awilo Longomba, Alick Macheso, Jnr Spragga, Feli Nandi, Sulumani Chimbetu and Selmor Mtukudzi, among other acts.
By Sindiso Dube 6h ago

Music Academy trains 200 sign language teachers

The graduates were trained by the Music Consultancy Academy (MCS) under programmes designed to equip educators with specialised skills.
By Staff Reporter Aug. 14, 2026

Dr Jah Kanindo: The boy who lost cattle for music

But long before the international flights and packed shows, there was a young boy from Lupane, a guitar, and a herd of cattle that mysteriously went missing.
By Langelihle Nyathi Aug. 13, 2026

MCSZ graduates 200, spotlighting Zimbabwe’s creative talent and heritage

Outstanding students were also recognised in various disciplines.
By Tendai Sauta Aug. 11, 2026

Maves Arts Music Camp targets skills, wellbeing and careers

The five-day camp will bring together young musicians, teachers and arts enthusiasts for training in traditional, classical and contemporary music, as well as dance and wellness.
By Tendai Sauta Aug. 11, 2026

Of pirated CDs, AI and counterfeit tickets

The concept spans several common practices in the music industry, categorised by how the unauthorized material is handled:
By Fred Zindi Aug. 2, 2026

Zim gospel musician receives global awards nomination

The award-nominated song, Buruka, is a heartfelt prayer calling on the Holy Spirit to move powerfully in the lives of believers during times of uncertainty and hardship.
By Style Reporter Jul. 19, 2026

When art meets power: Is performance just work?

Many Zimbabweans hold Mapfumo to standards that are rarely imposed on other professionals.
By Ray M Langa Jul. 19, 2026