US$1,5m temptation: Will Mapfumo break his silence
He pledged US$1,5 million for Mapfumo to perform at Jah Prayzah’s anticipated wedding in August and at Chivayo’s birthday celebrations.
By Style Reporter
Jul. 12, 2026
Mapfumo's catch-22: Legacy or US$1,5m?
He also pledged to pay Mapfumo US$500 000 if he agreed to perform at the wedding.
By Munashe Rungano
Jul. 8, 2026
Mteki tipped for Chivayo's US$1.5m pledge
The pledge has sparked debate on social media, with some questioning whether the offer should instead go to cultural ambassadors who have consistently promoted Zimbabwe.
By Style Reporter
Jul. 7, 2026
BGF scholarships open new frontiers for vulnerable students
BGF is a non-profit organisation founded by business magnate and philanthropist Kudakwashe Tagwirei and his wife Sandra.
By Jairos Saunyama
Jun. 6, 2026
Grand lithium rip-off: Foreign firms pocket 53-fold windfall
Yet beyond the immediate disruption lies a far deeper scandal — what has quietly been leaving Zimbabwe’s shores for years.
Mukanya farewell show in doubt
However, Standard Style established that authorities, including the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) have not been notified of the planned show, raising further doubts about its status.
By Style Reporter
Apr. 5, 2026
Winky D, pop and politics of civic space
This is not unprecedented in Zimbabwe’s history. Music has always been political. Chimurenga songs mobilised communities during the liberation struggle.
By Tracy Mutowekuziva
Mar. 27, 2026
AMH appoints Takura Mapfumo general manager
ALPHA Media Holdings (Private) Limited (AMH), publisher of NewsDay, The Standard and Zimbabwe Independent, and owners of HStv, has appointed Takura Mapfumo general manager
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 24, 2026
Mukanya’s final beat: Mataure honours a legend on May 30
Mataure, who joined Mapfumo’s band in July 1994 following the death of long-time drummer Saba Mbata, credits Mukanya for shaping his musical discipline.
By Tendai Sauta
Feb. 16, 2026
