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Wevhu steps in with new sound

Better known by his stage name Wevhu, Strive Machona Masiwa is slowly becoming a distinctive sound on Zimbabwe’s music scene.

By Makanaka Membere Oct. 30, 2025

Ndoro a quiet genius whose music spoke for him: Musicians

Yet those who knew him best remember a gentle man whose presence was soft-spoken, but deeply impactful.

By Elsie Nyoni Oct. 27, 2025

Ndoro a quiet genius whose music spoke for him: Musicians

Children of music legends remembered

Zimbabwe has lost many musical legends over the years. From Oliver Mtukudzi, Biggie Tembo John Chibadura, Zexie Manatsa, Bob Nyabinde to James Chimombe.

By Fred Zindi Oct. 12, 2025

Bongo Maffin to headline Tuku fest

Now in its second edition, festival-goers should look out for legendary South African kwaito and Afro-pop group Bongo Maffin, who will be the headlining act.

By Khumbulani Muleya Sep. 19, 2025

Bongo Maffin in Zim for Tuku Fest

Legendary South African kwaito and Afro-pop group, Bongo Maffin is in the country and is scheduled to perform at the second edition of the Oliver Mtukudzi International Festival of the Arts

By Khumbulani Muleya Sep. 19, 2025

Let’s us celebrate the wonder that is Tuku

Tuku, whose music cuts across cultures and generations, was known for his humble and soft demeanour, and an illustrious career that spanned more than four decades.

By Fred Zindi Sep. 14, 2025

Let’s us celebrate the wonder that is Tuku

Selmor to honour late father … lines up regional shows

The shows, running through this month, will celebrate Tuku’s enduring musical legacy while also showcasing Selmor’s own growing influence in African music.

By Style Reporter Sep. 7, 2025

Selmor to honour late father … lines up regional shows

Chivaviro's double 21 delight

The husky voiced musician popularly known for the hit song Ebenezer-Tiri Munyasha published his first book in 2005.

By Jairos Saunyama Aug. 31, 2025

OMFIA Festival sets dates for Tuku commemoration

Such is the case with the late Zimbabwe’s music grandee Oliver “Tuku” Mtukudzi, whose voice, guitar and soul-stirring lyrics echoed across the continent and far beyond.

By Tendai Sauta Aug. 23, 2025