Farm boy Ayibeki produces music for fun

Charles Ayibeki TALENT scouter in the music industry, Charles Ayibeki (35) is now a music producer and songwriter. Besides his upbringing in the mining town of Mhangura within Mashonaland West province, where he was born in 1989, Ayibeki is making a name for himself and musicians that he helps through songwriting and producing. The second…

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Artists set to learn business ropes through Stanbic Bank Jacaranda business conference

ESTABLISHED and upcoming artists are set to learn business and networking ropes during the well-structured two-day Stanbic Bank Jacaranda Business Conference ESTABLISHED and upcoming artists are set to learn business and networking ropes during the well-structured two-day Stanbic Bank Jacaranda Business Conference which precedes the Stanbic Bank Jacaranda Music Festival from October 2 to 3….

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Kamudzengerere empowers others to explore their own voices

Kamudzengerere empowers others to explore their own voices MANY Zimbabweans view art as a luxury object to be purchased by rich people with too much money.  Admire Kamudzengerere’s latest exhibition at National Gallery of Zimbabwe (NGZ) reasserts the role of art as a tool for social change.  His work bears testament to the awakening and…

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Govt vows to up its game in arts sector

Govt vows to up its game in arts sector GOVERNMENT says it will up its game to improve the situation in the arts sector. Sports, Arts and Culture minister Kirsty Coventry said this in Parliament while responding to written questions from legislators on the status of the arts sector in the country and government plans…

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European Film Festival Zimbabwe announces BIOSKOP! Short Film Competition shortlist

In a statement, festival co-ordinator Mercy Mangwana Nyamhunga expressed delight over the quality of the work of the filmmakers. THE European Film Festival Zimbabwe has announced the shortlisted filmmakers and actors for the fifth edition of the BIOSKOP! Short Film Competition. This year’s competition, themed Beyond Boundaries: Empowering Women Through Film and Staying Connected, showcases…

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Music is not for the faint hearted: Matamba

Liversy Matamba told NewsDay Weekender that carving his name was no joke. HIS name is now hidden in the shadows of the sungura music industry, yet shining brightly with talent, energy and dedication. A voice that weaves together threads of soulful and passionate music managed to place him on a level he desired. He never…

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