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Beach-themed experience for Unpluggers

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Beach-themed experience for Unpluggers

You can bet your life and that of all your pets that Unplugged Zimbabwe will never disappoint your expectations!

And this weekend they are taking us to the beach babe!

A dazzling entertainment experience that happens every last weekend of the month, the Coca-Cola themed Unplugged is bringing its loyal followers a beach experience in Domboshava at the Waterfront.

After getting soaked in the warm presence of Shekhinah the previous month, the fun can only get better.

Artist such as Wink D, Josh Meck,Zinarayah, and DJs TK Beats and reverb 7 will be providing the entertainment this Sunday September 30 2018.

The event will also see rising artist Mussa Effect launching his new single titled Magumo.

Mussa Effect

Zimbuzz caught up with Mussa Effect to hear more about the song and what Unpluggers can expect on Sunday turday.

“Its a love story gone bad, you know when you give someone everything and eventually they just leave with no explanation or goodbye for that matter, he explains.

“This is something I believe a lot of people can relate to but because I’m not the type to sob, I wanted to communicate this experience in a way that makes it okay to walk away from such situations and never come back.

Mussa has been working on the single for a long time, two years to be precise.

“I have been working on this song for quite some time and we have produced numerous versions of the song with different producers that have put in a great amount of time and effort in the project.

Finally I met C Bleech and he delivered exactly what I have been looking for in this song for the past 2 years we also engaged Tanic and Blade from platinum records.

The artist is now signed under Kosha and will be launching his first project under the stable.

Gwanda International Gospel Music Festival: A Musical Feast Awaits!

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Gwanda International Gospel Music Festival: A Musical Feast Awaits!

The spotlight is once again on the city of Gwanda as the the fourth edition of the Gwanda International Gospel Music Festival (GIGMF) kicks of from 5 October up to the 7th.

The three-day, all-inclusive gospel music festival bankrolled by Bigtime Strategic Group takes place at the Pelandaba Stadium in Gwanda.

The GIGMF is the place to be for gospel music lovers who prefer to “experience” live music while ‘reclining’ in the sweet presence of the living God.

“Once again, we gather in Gwanda to give praise to the living God because He is absolutely deserving.

We consider this as a calling and our desire has always been that Gwanda becomean altar for the nation of Zimbabwe where people from all parts of the country converge to call on God free of charge,” said Bigtime Group CEO, Justice Maphosa.

“Our theme “The Walls Of Jericho Did Fall” this year is quite foretelling especially as we work towards rebuilding the economy of our beautiful nation, Zimbabwe.

We believe walls of limitation that have kept the nation of Zimbabwe stagnant are tumbling as we lift our praise to the Mighty Man of War – Jehovah. Zimbabwe shall rise again,” said Maphosa.

The 2018 line-up features a diverse range of gospel music heavyweights, from either side of the Limpopo River.

Returning artists include crowd favoritesTakesure ‘Zamar’ Ncube, who has toured the world to international acclaim, and Mathias Mhere.

Bigtime Group CEO, Justice Maphosa

All the way from South Africa, the Spirit of Praise duo of Pastor Neyi Zimu and Omega, as well as Thinah Zungu will take turns to minister to the people of God at the festival.

“We are excited to have this year’s line-up of gospel artists with a genuine hunger for God and a deep inclination to worship Him. Our desire is to see the banner of God lifted high as we passionately praise and worship Him.”

“As a way of empowering young people in Zimbabwe, we have also roped in three youthful groups – Hybrid Psalmz from Gwanda and Vocal Ex, co-founded by Eric Moyo of Joyous Celebration.

For Iscathamiya fans, we have Indosakusa, who recently released their sizzling 13-track album. Such is the diversity of this year’s festival,” Maphosa said.

The festival kicks off on Friday 5 October at 1800Hours.

Of hot cars and a hot babe – Rachel J’s Mwakwikwi is a banger

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Of hot cars and a hot babe – Rachel J’s Mwakwikwi is a banger

There is something about cars and babes.

The two have always competed for man’s attention ever since we got confused by the meaning of the word sexy.

Some say a car is the second hottest thing after a woman.

This video doesn’t even attempt to solve that debate as the two, compete to outshine each other inside 4 minutes.

Rachel j who is a business woman, does music for fun really, might have delivered the song of the summer with her track ‘Makwikwi.’

She combines mystery and seductiveness, portraying an alluring woman, a boss who is off limits.

Her choice in using her personalised Range Rover Autobiography potrays royalty, after all the RR is from the United Kingdoms of Europe.

The later part which features a gusheshe, shows how much of a daredevil Rachel J is, the entire time the car is circling around her in full speed.

That scene should have come with a warning.

It’s one scene that will make the Formula One junkies want to strap a helmet on and hit the course!

The art is nice, the graphic style is unique and the song itself is great.

Produced by Oskid, and directed by Simba G the song takes us back to that second golden era of Kenako Music.

Its evident through out the production how Oskid summoned the creativity that made him a star producer he is.

Rachel’s voice smoothly intertwines with beat on every transition, it has this effect though of leaving you wanting me,sort of ‘musical blueballs’

Her voice alone is enough to make anyone with a pulse want to (you can finish off this line using your holy creativity)

This House/pop inspired song (Makwikwi) has a lovely melody laced with nostalgic lyrics that reminds you of those first love magic.

Let’s talk about the male Dancers for a minute

Often the men in music videos are overshadowed by the many glamorous ladies, but on this one the boys turned up!

The male dancers in Makwikwi are grinding aplenty up to the last scene of the video, where that guys mushed it up with a mixture of Zhakata/Michael Jackson swag.

The trio takes it for us. It had every female in the office hypnotised by the guys’ liquid hips (yes we said liquid)

They all want to dance like them – and boy are they practicing.

We safely declare that with Makwikwi, Rachel J has served us with the ultimate summer jam.

You don’t agree, Watch it below

https://youtu.be/gEjQkogpRx8

Welcome to Miss World Zimbabwe, Where Everyone is a Winner!

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Welcome to Miss World Zimbabwe, Where Everyone is a Winner!

It was all smiles and a little bit of car honking as the 14 contestants who took part in the Miss World Zimbabwe 2018 were presented with various prizes Wednesday afternoon.

Prizes with a value ballooning to over $100 000 were shared amongst the 14 finalists.

Outside of the three main winners, each of the 11 participants was given $1000 just for gracing the glamorous stage.

Kuzivakwashe Mujakachi got a combined $15 000 dollars for winning both the Second Princess and the Miss People’s Choice.

Kuzivakwashe Mujakachi. Picture by Robert Bhamu

First Princes Patricia Muchenje also received her winner’s cheque of $15 000.

The Queen and Miss World Zimbabwe 2018 Belinda Potts was also gifted with her brand new car valued at $41 000, on top of that she will receive clothing items valued at over $10 000, a job placement for a year with a salary and her winner’s cheque of $20 000.

But the recently crowned Miss World Zimbabwe will have to wait a little longer before she can drive away in her brand new car, the Kia Rio.

Miss World Zimbabwe Belinda Potts. Picture by Robert Bhamu

She is yet to acquire her drivers’ licence.

Belinda has however acquired her learner’s licence and has given herself two weeks to attain the driver’s licence.

Michael Kors Buys Italy’s Versace Fashion House

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Michael Kors Buys Italy’s Versace Fashion House

Fashion company Michael Kors is buying Versace, the Italian luxury brand founded by Gianni Versace in 1978, for $2.12 billion.

The two fashion houses made the announcement Tuesday, one day after speculation spread about a potential deal.

Donatella Versace, the artistic director of the Milan-based fashion house who helped lead the company after her brother’s death in 1997, said it’s the perfect time for the company to join with Michael Kors.

Donatella Versace

“It has been more than 20 years since I took over the company along with my brother Santo and daughter Allegra,” Donatella Versace said in a news release.

“I am proud that Versace remains very strong in both fashion and modern culture.”

On social media, fans of the Versace brand were less enthusiastic.

“STAY AWAY FROM VERSACE,” one woman wrote in reply to a Michael Kors tweet, as rumors of the deal spread Monday afternoon.

When Versace’s Twitter account posted a photo of new handbags as news of the deal emerged, the top response asked how the company could be “tweeting about handbags at a time like this?”

Another user wrote simply, “Don’t sell to Michael Kors.”

But sell it did. In addition to a mountain of cash, Versace and her brother and her daughter will receive 150 million euros (about $177 million) worth of shares in the newly united company.

When the deal closes, Michael Kors Holdings Limited will change its name to Capri Holdings Limited.

“We are excited to have Versace as part of our family of luxury brands, and we are committed to investing in its growth,” said John D. Idol, the Michael Kors chairman and CEO.

“With the full resources of our group, we believe that Versace will grow to over U.S. $2 billion in revenues.”

Outlining that plan, Kors said it wants to get Versace products in more stores — from around 200 now to a goal of 300.

It would also put more emphasis on Versace’s creation of accessories and footwear — products that it said could bring in 60 percent of revenues, up from 35 percent currently.

The combined company is also projected to change the geographic footprint of Michael Kors Holdings.

The fashion brand wants to reduce its reliance on business in the Americas and raise its exposure in Asia.

Designer Michael Kors founded his fashion and design company in 1981 in Manhattan, where it’s still based.

It blossomed with an emphasis on expensive handbags and a commitment to selling its products in department stores.

The Versace purchase continues its attempts both to diversify its offerings and to benefit from high-end luxury sales.

In addition to its flagship line, Michael Kors also includes luxury shoemaker and accessories brand Jimmy Choo — which it bought last summer, for $1.2 billion.

Cosby representatives claim trial was “most racist and sexist” in US history

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Cosby representatives claim trial was “most racist and sexist” in US history

Comedian Bill Cosby has been sentenced to 3 to 10 years in state prison.

He was denied bail and led out of the courtroom in handcuffs.

Cosby was found guilty in April of three counts of aggravated indecent assault for drugging and sexually assaulting Andrea Constand in 2004.

Bill Cosby’s PR representatives read out statements following the sentencing, decrying a “sex war” and referencing Jesus.

“I believe and think it is important to point out that this has been the most racist and sexist trial in the history of the United States,” said Andrew Wyatt, Cosby’s publicist.

He claimed that some of those who testified against Cosby were “white women who make money off of accusing black men of being sexual predators.”

Wyatt also tied Cosby’s verdict to the accusations leveled against Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh, claiming both were victims in a “sex war.”

He did not elaborate.

Wyatt later referenced the persecution of Jesus, saying, Cosby “knows that these are lies.

They persecuted Jesus and look what happened. Not saying Mr. Cosby’s Jesus, but we know what this country has done to black men for centuries.”

Ebonee Benson, another PR representative, read a statement on behalf of Cosby’s wife, Camille Cosby. Camille was not in court for the sentencing.

Camille’s statement decried “falsified evidence,” claiming that Cosby had not been granted his right to a fair trial.

Kapini ventures into motor repair business

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Kapini ventures into motor repair business

Former Warriors keeper and now Highlands Park captain Tapuwa Kapini has ventured into the motor repair business.

Kapini who has spent the greater part of his career in South Africa had not planned to star this kind of business, but rather found himself accidentally owning a workshop.

Kapini co-owns a workshop that fixes gearboxes in Pomona, Kempton Park.

The Highlands skipper had no intention of getting into fixing gearboxes until his own Ford Ranger ruptured a gearbox some years ago.

According to a report in Sowetan, his attempts to fix it hit a snag when the dealership slapped him with a R46000 quotation, without knowing they were planting the seed for a business in the Zimbabwean shot-stopper’s mind. Kapini took matters into his own hands.

Kapini in his Workshop. Picture by Sowetan

“My Ford Ranger had a had gearbox problem, when I took it to a Ford dealership they quoted me R46000 to install a new one,” he told Sowetan. “I could not afford that amount.

“I went to a friend of mine who had little knowledge of fixing cars. We took the gearbox out, thoroughly cleaned and examined it and put in some screws.

That’s how I got into this business. Today, we co-own Trec Gearbox Specialist business, and it is registered.”

The ex-Platinum Stars and AmaZulu keeper is planning to enhance his mechanic expertise by obtaining an analogous certificate in the near future.

“We have four employees. Most of the time I am in camp with the team and that’s when my partner Emmanuel steps up and does everything.

We fix approximately five cars a day, depending on the parts [available]. If it’s cars like Toyotas, it’s easy,” Kapini stated.

The Lions of the North captain arrived in SA in 2007.

He’s fluent in Zulu and Setswana. The 34-year-old goalie is not planning to retire any time soon. He spends his leisure time with his children.

Steward Bank’s Dr Lance to deliver keynote address at the Zim Achievers Awards USA

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Steward Bank’s Dr Lance to deliver keynote address at the Zim Achievers Awards USA

Steward Bank CEO, Dr Lance Mambondiani has been announced as this year’s keynote speaker at the USA edition of the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA), taking place on Saturday 29 September in Washington.

Mambondiani has previously been a guest speaker at the SA, UK and USA chapters.

His attendance at the event coincides with the launch of the bank’s innovative app, Square World, which will be launched in Washington on 28 September and hosted by CMG Media International.

The Housing Development Scheme and Mobile Banking Application, targeted at Zimbabweans living abroad is now live in the United Kingdom as well.

The mortgage facility will be available at zero deposit, on a 25-year tenure and an interest rate of 2% per annum, the lowest rate in the Zimbabwean market.

Chairman for Zim Achievers, Conrad Mwanza said: “Dr Mambondiani has been an instrumental partner of the Zim Achievers for several years.

His wealth of knowledge and his innovative approach to the financial world is second to none and we are honoured that he has agreed to speak at the third edition.”

“His attendance this year is significant, as it is an opportunity to highlight the long-term business and investment prospects Zimbabwe has, particularly the bank, which has developed 200 housing units in Ruwa, situated on the outskirts of Harare.

Of these, approximately 100 housing units are available for immediate purchase by Zimbabweans living in the diaspora.

Like him, we are committed to rebuilding Zimbabwe and helping those in the diaspora make key investments that will benefit them in the long run,” he added

Zimbabwe Achievers International has also confirmed that Mtimandze Group CEO, Muzi Kunene and President of Ottawa University, Kansas, Reggies Wenyika will also speak at the awards gala.

Notable guests who will also be in attendance include Zimbabwe’s Ambassador to the US, Ammon Mutembwa and African Union Ambassador, Chihombori Quao.

Meanwhile, the late Dr Jack Ramsay, a worldwide ambassador for basketball will be honoured posthumously.

Dr Ramsay was an innovative, ‘Hall of Fame’ coach who won titles and taught the game around the globe.

He also coached in the NBA and NCAA for over 30 years.

Ramsay helped launch Africa Outreach USA and the Dr. Jack Ramsay Grassroots Basketball Development Initiative.

Today the program is empowering hundreds of underprivileged children across Africa including Zambia, South Africa, Burkina Faso and Zimbabwe.

Meanwhile, voting for this year’s nominees closed on 20 September, with a record number of votes received.

ZAA USA Director, Faith Banda thanked the public for their continued support and participation.

“Zim Achievers USA has come a long way in the last three years. The public’s engagement is a great part of this process and it would be remiss of me, if we didn’t acknowledge their part in helping us select the cream of the crop for this year’s edition.”

The ceremony will take place at the Gaithersburg Marriott hotel.

The spectacular lakeside hotel has scenic views and is within walking distance of the popular RIO Washingtonian Center.

Tickets are on sale for $85
The awards were established in 2010 and continue to celebrate the accomplishments of individuals and organisations in fields that include business, sport, entertainment, arts and culture

#Breaking: Instagram co-founders Quit

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#Breaking: Instagram co-founders Quit

BELEAGUERED social network Facebook has taken another hit after both founders of its photo-sharing app Instagram announced their resignations and plans to leave the company within weeks.

Creators Mike Krieger and Kevin Systrom, who developed the popular picture-based network in 2010, notified Facebooks leadership team of their departures on Monday, according to the New York Times, and confirmed their move today.

The Instagram exodus follows resignations from another prominent Facebook acquisition, WhatsApp.

Its remaining co-founder and chief executive, Jan Koum, quit the company in May, saying it was time to move on.

Fellow WhatsApp creator Brian Acton departed in November last year with a more pointed message, which he demonstrated by donating $US50 million to a rival messaging app.

Creators Mike Krieger and Kevin Systrom

Mr Krieger confirmed the new double resignation in a statement today, saying the pair was grateful for the last eight years at Instagram and six years with the Facebook team, but was ready for our next chapter.

“Were planning on taking some time off to explore our curiosity and creativity again,” he said.

“Building new things requires that we step back, understand what inspires us and match that with what the world needs. Thats what we plan to do”

The pair sold Instagram to Facebook for $US1 billion in 2012.

Theres no official word on what caused the Instagram founders to leave, although rumours hint at clashes between the two men and Facebook executives over diminishing independence and demands to direct more users from Instagram to Facebook.

The company also recently added new ways to shop within the network, and introduced a streaming mobile video service called IGTV.

Facebook has yet to comment on the Instagram departures, but they follow a year of controversy and scandal for the worlds biggest social network, which has been widely criticised for its cavalier use of personal information.

Any significant changes to Instagram could hurt Facebooks bottom line as, unlike its parent company, the network has retained its popularity during the scandals.

While Facebook doesnt release separate financial information for the firm, Instagram broke through the 1 billion monthly active user barrier in June, and eMarketer estimated it would generate 70 per cent revenue this year, about $US5.48 billion.

TV On The Go – The Future Of TV In Africa

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TV On The Go – The Future Of TV In Africa

The rapid advances in digital technology in Africa have created new opportunities to innovate on TV content delivery.

Digital disruption seen in mobile devices is changing the way Africans access TV content.

As a result, people are consuming more news and more entertainment than ever before.

This is according to Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe who adds that while this digital trend will continue in the future, it is content along with these new delivery channels that will continue to drive the industry forward.

“Only the producers of the most relevant and resonant content will survive this new digital age in Africa. Delivery mechanisms and the technology viewers use to access their favourite content will continue to evolve, and tomorrow there will new platforms we haven’t even begun to think of yet that will broadcast entertainment.

For viewers place greater value on what they are watching than simply the channel they use to watch on,” explains Dziva

But the one constant, the one aspect of this modern media landscape that will not change, is content.

MultiChoice is tapping into this theory by continuing to focus on telling Africa’s stories, as well as bringing stories from across the globe to Africa, but within the context of current technology.

It’s with this in mind that the company has launched DStv Now.

DStv Now allows DStv customers to watch the latest sports and TV shows on their smartphone, tablet or laptop via the DStv website and the free DStv Now app for Android and iOS devices.

The specific content accessible on DStv Now is linked to customers’ existing DStv packages, with viewers being able to livestream some of the best DStv channels, use CatchUp to stream or download the latest episodes of their favourite shows, and binge-watch entire TV seasons.

With DStv Now, two different streams can be simultaneously viewed on separate devices. This means a single DStv account can be used, for example, to watch TV via a decoder in the lounge, a movie on a tablet via DStv Now in the bedroom, and sport on another smart TV also via DStv Now.

Another innovative feature of this offering is that the second device connected to DStv Now doesn’t have to belong to the DStv account holder.This means children who are away from home can still enjoy the family’s DStv subscription, as well as other family or friends who have been given access to that particular account.

This means children who are away from home can still enjoy the family’s DStv subscription, as well as other family or friends who have been given access to that particular account.

“This is all part of our push to tell the right story, at the right time to the right person. African consumers want the best in local and international TV content, which we have always offered. But they also want to access that content when and how they wish.

DStv Now allows us to facilitate exactly that, and make the full scope of our satellite TV offering available on every type of digital device that is available on the continent today,” adds Dziva

DStv Now joins MultiChoice’s regular DStv service – the company’s internet-based, subscription video-on-demand service with a catalogue of more than 30 000 TV show episodes and movies – to provide DStv customers with unmatched flexibility in accessing premium local and international content on their TV sets, and online on their PCs, laptops, mobile phones and tablets.

Although DStv Now was originally designed for mobile devices, customer demand to access DStv Now via smart TVs and media players has seen MultiChoice recently introduce three new DStv Now apps for lean-back viewing on big screen TVs.

These apps make it possible for DStv subscribers to turn any TV in their house into an easy-to-use DStv hub without the need for a decoder.

The new apps are available for Samsung smart TVs (selected models from 2015 onwards); Apple TV (fourth generation and newer); and media players running Android TV (Google certified devices only). Further apps are expected to be added in the future for additional smart TV brands.

Further apps are expected to be added in the future for additional smart TV brands.

“These new developments further our objectives of delivering the best value to our customers, and making great content more accessible to African audiences. They also allow us to reshape our business to respond to our customers’ needs – in this case, the desire for cutting-edge TV technology,” says Dziva “We are always looking for new ways to engage our viewers, given that there are more choices than ever, more free content than ever, and our customers are becoming more and more accustomed to receiving personalised content that talks to their specific requirements, often seemingly for free.”

“We are always looking for new ways to engage our viewers, given that there are more choices than ever, more free content than ever, and our customers are becoming more and more accustomed to receiving personalised content that talks to their specific requirements, often seemingly for free.”

DStv Now represents the next frontier of TV.It raises the standard of satellite TV in Africa by enhancing the viewing experience for viewers across the continent.

This ensures that audiences remain entertained, and that their lives are further enriched through this entertainment
It raises the standard of satellite TV in Africa by enhancing the viewing experience for viewers across the continent.

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