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Alick Macheso’s camp has broken its silence amid growing outrage over the controversial decision to drop sungura from the NAMAs.

Macheso camp angry as NAMA sidelines sungura

Alick Macheso’s camp has broken its silence amid growing outrage over the controversial decision to drop sungura from the 24th edition of the National Arts...

Odyssey Entertainment was named Promoter of the Year at this year’s National Arts Merit Awards (NAMA), marking a significant moment.

Odyssey Entertainment Celebrates NAMA Victory

Odyssey Entertainment was named Promoter of the Year at this year’s National Arts Merit Awards (NAMA), marking a significant moment for one of Zimbabwe’s most...
Zimbabwe’s leading artists were recognised at the National Arts Merit Awards, with NAMA 2026 Winners announced at a ceremony held at the HICC

NAMA 2026 Winners List

Zimbabwe’s leading artists were recognised at the 24th edition of the National Arts Merit Awards (NAMA), with winners announced at a ceremony held at the...
Charly Black returns to Zimbabwe for the second time as the headline international act alongside Seh Calaz at the upcoming Banditi Festival.

Charly Black returns to Zimbabwe for Seh Calaz’s Banditi Festival

Jamaican dancehall star Charly Black is set to return to Zimbabwe for the second time as the headline international act at the upcoming Banditi Festival,...
First Farai has refused to withdraw his complaint of cyberbullying triggered by accusations from Gift Amuli that he stole money meant for a funeral.

First Farai refuses to withdraw case against Gift Amuli

First Farai has refused to withdraw his complaint of cyberbullying triggered by accusations from fellow musician Gift Amuli that he stole money meant for a...
The full list of NAMA 2026 Nominees has been released, setting the stage for one of the biggest nights in Zimbabwean arts and culture.

NAMA 2026 Nominees Announced

The full list of nominees for the 24th National Arts Merit Awards (NAMA) has been released, setting the stage for one of the biggest nights...
ZIMURA executive director steps down with immediate effect, in a development that comes at a turbulent time for the country’s music rights body.

ZIMURA executive director steps down

ZIMURA executive director steps down The long-serving executive director of the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (ZIMURA), Polisile Ncube Chimhini, has stepped down with immediate effect,...

From alternative urban culture to traditional sounds, here is a guide to the top music festivals in Zimbabwe that every music fan should know.

Top Music Festivals in Zimbabwe: What to look out for in 2026

Top Music Festivals in Zimbabwe Zimbabwe’s music festivals are more than just concerts. They are cultural gatherings that reflect how the country listens, dances, debates...

MP3 music download remains one of the most searched digital music topics in the world, despite the rapid rise of music streaming platforms.

MP3 Music Download: Everything You Need to Know in 2026

MP3 music download remains one of the most searched digital music topics in the world, despite the rapid rise of music streaming platforms. From mobile...

ZIMURA removes three board directors, escalating a bitter internal dispute that has already spilt into the courts and the public arena.

ZIMURA removes three board directors amid deepening governance dispute

ZIMURA confirmed that Gift Amuli, Joseph Garakara and Dereck Mpofu had been removed from the ZIMURA Council following a board resolution passed a day earlier....
Lawyers acting on behalf of ZIMURA board chair Alexio Gwenzi have issued a formal letter of demand to journalist and blogger Plot Mhako.

Plot Mhako hit with defamation demand, as ZIMURA drama escalates

Lawyers acting on behalf of newly elected Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (ZIMURA) board chair Alexio Gwenzi have issued a formal letter of demand to journalist...

The inaugural Mbiravolution Workshop, titled “The Contemporary Traditional,” will take place at the Zimbabwe College of Music campus in Harare.

Zimbabwe College of Music to host Mbiravolution workshop

The Zimbabwe College of Music (ZCM) has announced a new educational workshop aimed at reimagining the mbira for contemporary music, while preserving its deep cultural...