HARARE — After years of boardroom skirmishes, vanishing figures, and the infamous “Calculator Crisis,” the artists have finally moved from the studio to the courtroom. In a massive victory for transparency, the power of the quorum has officially overridden the power of the gatekeepers.

Veteran sungura musician Alick Macheso has shared a striking account of his early life, revealing that long before sold-out shows and chart-topping albums, he survived by hunting and selling mice in Dzivaresekwa, Harare. The revelation adds a human chapter to the story of one of Zimbabwe’s most enduring cultural icons—and underscores the grit behind his rise.

The 2026 edition marks the first time the school is hosting the event on such a broad national scale, reflecting growing interest in French language education in Zimbabwe.

The Dzimbahwe Institute of Heritage and Culture has formally petitioned the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) and the National Arts Merit Awards (Nama) secretariat to introduce a standalone traditional music category, arguing that the move is critical to safeguarding Zimbabwe’s indigenous artistic heritage. The petition comes ahead of the 24th NAMA awards ceremony scheduled for Saturday at the Harare International Conference Centre, one of the country’s premier event v

In the vibrant streets of Kinshasa, musicians, archivists, and cultural historians are intensifying efforts to safeguard the legacy of Congolese rumba, a genre whose roots stretch back generations before formal European colonial rule.

Shrewsbury Folk Festival crowd at West Mid Showground Zimbabwe’s own Edith WeUtonga has been confirmed as part of the growing international line-up for the 2026 edition of the Shrewsbury Folk Festival, set to take place from 28–31 August at the DMOS People West Mid Showground in Shrewsbury, England. The award-winning singer, songwriter, and mbira ambassador joins a diverse roster of global folk and roots acts, marking another milestone in her expanding international career. K

The coordinated court appearance underscores a growing sense among musicians that the struggle over ZIMURA is no longer just administrative, it is about power, accountability, and the future of Zimbabwe’s music industry. As pressure mounts from members, unions, the courts, and the State, ZIMURA now stands at a crossroads: meaningful reform, or deeper crisis.

Harare – Chimurenga music icon Thomas Mapfumo has firmly dismissed reports suggesting that his upcoming farewell concert in Harare is in jeopardy, describing the claims as “false and malicious.” Speaking from his base in the United States last week, the legendary musician affectionately known as Mukanya, reassured fans that the much-anticipated April show will go ahead without disruption.

Chipfumbu’s public dissent only crystallised after exclusion from board activities and allowances in 2023. His conviction against Ncube-Chimhini is a matter of court record and stands acknowledged. But one courtroom victory does not retroactively create years of opposition.

The bird hasn’t just landed. It has crash-landed straight into the cold reality of accountability. After nearly three decades of treating the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (ZIMURA) like a personal estate, Polisile Ncube-Chimhini finally stepped down on February 10, 2026. This was no dignified retirement. It was a strategic retreat, forced by the weight of a fraud conviction, a High Court ruling, and relentless pressure from musicians who simply refused to stay silent. Le

The Miss Heritage Zimbabwe 2026 grand finale will take place in Harare on 28 March, promising a colourful showcase of Zimbabwean culture, elegance, and national pride. Pageant coach and mentor Simbarashe Gwawawa said the event will celebrate the nation’s traditions and diversity, stressing that the competition emphasises heritage, purpose, and community impact as much as poise and presentation.

In an era when many musical pairings read as marketing maneuvers, “Love YemuStreet” arrives as a rare example of collaboration that prioritises artistry over optics. The record’s production is measured, the performances complementary, and the arrangement deliberately spacious—each artist is given room to contribute without being subsumed. The result is not a headline‑driven feature but a shared creative statement.

The 2026 operations began with a strategic board meeting that served as an orientation for the newly elected members. Chaired by Thabiso Moyo, the board met with Willie Mushayi, the chief registrar from the Department of Deeds, Companies, and Intellectual Property. Mushayi emphasized the importance of good governance, professionalism, ethical conduct, harmony, and strict adherence to the law.

The poems aim to reveal the human side of journalists, their courage, pain, and the enduring power of their work. Snyman said the collection addresses grief and celebrates a life that influenced many: “This book’s publication coincides with Max’s fifth death anniversary. It’s intended as a tribute to his works and the impact he had on our lives. He touched and influenced a lot of lives.” The poems also reflect on broader societal issues drawn from Zimbabwean experience and p

Thousands of visitors to Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, are expected to sample Zimbabwean rabbit meat at the Victoria Falls Food & Wine Festival (October 8–11), as the country positions rabbit production as a flagship agricultural and culinary product for Africa and global markets. Festival organisers and industry leaders say the event will spotlight rabbit meat’s health benefits, sustainability, and export potential while promoting Zimbabwe’s rabbit value chain.

Zimbabwe’s music industry is tuning up for a very different kind of performance this week. Instead of guitars and microphones, musicians are preparing placards and petitions as they plan a peaceful demonstration demanding accountability at the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (ZIMURA).

A Zimbabwean social media personality known as Queen Nadia TV has ignited fierce debate online, drawing millions of followers and transforming controversy into commercial success. Her official Facebook page has become one of the fastest-growing platforms in the country, fuelled by provocative, tightly edited videos that push the limits of social media rules without fully crossing them. The strategy appears deliberate — and highly effective

NoViolet Bulawayo By Staff Reporter The Caine Prize for African Writing celebrated its 25th anniversary with a landmark return to Zimbabwe, centring events on Bulawayo and Harare and honouring NoViolet Bulawayo with a special Best of Caine distinction for her short story Hitting Budapest. The commemorations combined public readings, in‑conversation sessions, workshops, and receptions, reaffirming the Prize’s role in spotlighting African literary talent and reconnecting the aw

Conflicting statements from ZIMURA leaders over 2025 royalty figures spark transparency concerns, raising questions about governance, financial reporting and trust within Zimbabwe’s music rights body HARARE — A fresh wave of scrutiny has engulfed the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (ZIMURA) after conflicting public statements by senior officials about the organisation’s 2025 royalty collections triggered a credibility crisis and renewed questions about transparency and gove

Andy Muridzo publicly apologises to former mentor Jah Prayzah through a new song, ending years of tension and signalling reconciliation welcomed across Zimbabwe’s music industry ( image source ) AFRO-fusion artist Andy Muridzo has issued a public apology to his former mentor Jah Prayzah, ending years of public criticism and drawing widespread praise across Zimbabwe’s music industry. The reconciliation follows a prolonged period of tension that began after Muridzo left Jah Pra