Why CHAF 26 Is Putting Artist-Run Spaces at the Centre of Africa’s Art Conversation
There is a moment that art historians return to often when discussing the emergence of Shona sculpture. It was 1987, and Newsweek Magazine, reviewing a growing body of work coming out of Zimbabwe, declared it “the most important new art form to emerge from Africa this century.” The declaration was...
First Floor Gallery Harare (FFGH), one of Zimbabwe’s leading contemporary art spaces, has announced an ambitious 2026 Art Programme, marking its 16th year at the forefront of the country’s visual arts sector. The gallery’s new schedule brings together a strong line-up of solo exhibitions, international market engagement and community-driven initiatives,...
Nearly five decades after first carving stone in Harare, Dominic Benhura is charting a new chapter in an already storied career — this time with a strategic focus on Asia, and China in particular. The internationally acclaimed Zimbabwean sculptor, whose works have long been exhibited and auctioned across Europe and...
After a successful debut earlier this year, luxury lifestyle event The Sunday Service is set to return to Harare this weekend with a star-studded line-up led by South African Afro-soul sensation Amanda Black. The event’s second edition, themed Winter Solstice, will take place on Sunday, 7 June 2026, at The...
What was supposed to be a vibrant Africa Day weekend celebration ended in disappointment after Sunshine City Festival was forced to cancel its second day following a poor turnout, exposing the growing pressures confronting Zimbabwe’s entertainment industry. The festival, organised by Tamba Events Management, had been marketed as an ambitious...
Harare’s social calendar will take on a distinctly African flavour as Soke Africa collaborates with La Parada for a major Africa Day celebration that blends music, fashion, food, and culture into one immersive experience. Set for Monday 25 May at La Parada, the event is expected to attract culture enthusiasts,...
The Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe (BAZ) has issued a stern warning to digital content creators, underscoring its constitutional duty to protect children and uphold national values following a growing online controversy involving social media personality Queen Nadia TV. The regulator’s statement, released on 3 February 2026, comes after Queen Nadia...
Zimbabwean creative SoProfound has unveiled A Decade In The Life, a new long-form interview series that seeks to document the country’s social and cultural history through the lives of its most influential figures. The programme, which airs on YouTube via SoProfound TV, centres on intimate, in-depth conversations with guests drawn...
The long wait is over for reality television fans as Big Brother Mzansi Season 6 officially gets underway, ushering in a new chapter of strategy, spectacle and social drama. But just as viewers settled in to meet a new crop of hopeful housemates, the producers delivered a twist few saw...
Betterbrands Colour Run Harare is set to burst into colour this festive season as the Betterbrands Grand Colour Run – Family Fun Day, staged in partnership with Selekta Base, returns on Saturday, 13 December. The organisers promise a vibrant mix of fitness, music and family entertainment, with thousands expected to...
Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi has found himself at the centre of an international legal dispute, after a joke about a famous chant from The Lion King film sparked a multimillion-dollar lawsuit. The case, filed by South African composer Lebo M, has raised broader questions about the boundaries of comedy, cultural...
MultiChoice, Africa’s largest pay-TV operator, is facing a period of transition after its acquisition by the global media giant Canal+, with the French company outlining plans to restructure operations and strengthen its presence across the continent. In its 2025 full-year results and strategic update, Canal+ said it was now moving...
Zimbabwean Footballers Playing Abroad in 2026 Zimbabwean football has never had so many of its players spread across the globe. From England’s Premier League to the Scottish Premiership, and from French Ligue 1 to Major League Soccer, Warriors players are competing at some of the highest levels the game has...
Morocco crowned AFCON champions Morocco have been crowned Africa Cup of Nations winners after an unprecedented ruling overturned Senegal’s victory two months on from the final. Senegal have been stripped of their title by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Appeal Board for leaving the pitch and it has been...
Chelsea head coach Liam Rosenior has delivered an encouraging injury update ahead of Sunday’s Premier League visit to Crystal Palace, confirming that Enzo Fernandez, Cole Palmer, Jamie Gittens and Estevao Willian are all available for selection. The Blues travel to Selhurst Park looking to build momentum after their midweek Champions...
Manchester City are close to completing the signing of Crystal Palace captain Marc Guéhi after agreeing a deal in principle for the England defender, with the move now expected to be finalised before the end of the January transfer window. BBC Sport understands talks between the two clubs have accelerated...
Xabi Alonso has left his role as head coach of Real Madrid after just seven months in charge, bringing an abrupt end to one of the most closely watched managerial appointments in European football. According to Sky Sports, the former Madrid and Spain midfielder has parted company with the club...
Manchester United are edging closer to appointing Michael Carrick as interim manager until the end of the season, as the club looks to steady itself after another turbulent chapter at Old Trafford. According to Sky Sports, there is broad agreement between United and Carrick on many of the key aspects...
Manchester United sack Ruben Amorim Manchester United have sacked head coach Ruben Amorim following a troubled 14-month spell in charge. The Portuguese coach leaves Old Trafford with the club sixth in the Premier League, a season after United finished 15th and lost the Europa League final. His final match was...
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Rhinos return to Matusadona National Park in major conservation milestone
Rhinos return to Matusadona The return of black rhinos to Matusadona National Park marks a major step in Zimbabwe’s efforts to restore wildlife populations and strengthen one of Africa’s most ambitious conservation landscapes. After decades of absence, the endangered animals are once again roaming the shores of Lake Kariba, a...
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