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M-Net Movies takes no prisoners with its Bang Bang Heroes Pop-Up Channel

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M-Net Movies takes no prisoners with its Bang Bang Heroes Pop-Up Channel

After the success of April’s M-Net Movies Marvel Studios pop-up channel, DStv viewers are in for another pop-up treat with the M-Net Movies Bang Bang Heroes channel, set to run in May and June.

Said Liz Dziva, publicity and public relations manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe: “This is yet another unique pop-up offering, this time featuring an adrenalin-fuelled TV experience for DStv Premium, Compact Plus and Compact viewers.”

M-Net Movies Bang Bang Heroes pop-up channel will run for 24 days, starting on Friday May 18 and ending on Sunday June 10, when more than 90 movies starring world cinema’s most revered action legends will be broadcast.

“Larger-than-life blockbuster stars Sylvester Stallone, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jean-Claude Van Damme, Jason Statham, Jet Li, Dolph Lundgren, Bruce Willis and Chuck Norris are among those will flex their pecs on the channel,” said Ms Dziva.

Viewers will get to see eight films each day, and each of the actions stars will have their own time in the limelight for one day during prime time.

For example, on Friday May 18, Sylvester Stallone will strut his stuff in Get Carter, Cobra and Over The Top. 

Bruce Willis in Live Free or Die Hard

On Saturday May 19 Jason Statham will be seen in The Transporter, The Mechanic Resurrection and Parker and on Sunday, May 20 Jet Li moves into action with The One, Romeo Must Die, and Dragon Fight.

Bruce Willis takes on the world in every single instalment of the Die Hard franchise on Saturday, May 25 and Dolph Lundgren’s fighting spirit will be caught on Saturday, May 26 in Masters of The Universe, Universal Soldier: Day Of Reckoning and Skin Trade.

Jean-Claude Van Damme – the muscles from Brussels – shows off his style of brawn on Saturday, June 2 in Streetfighter, Shepherd, and The Sudden Death.

All three “Expendables” films will broadcast on Sunday, June 10, starting with The Expendables at 4.30pm, followed by The Expendables 2 at 6.15pm and The Expendables 3 at 8 pm.

“Pop-up channels are a real bit in Zimbabwe and these action movies will make the next pop-up channel a must-see for fans of the excitement of action adventure,” said Ms Dziva.

‘We are not doing enough to Fight Cancer’ — Mary Chiwenga

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‘We are not doing enough to Fight Cancer’ — Mary Chiwenga

Founder of Mushamukadzi Charity Organisation Mrs Marry Chiwenga Wednesday morning added her voice to the growing concerns about the plight of cancer patients.

Mrs Chiwenga who is also wife to Vice President Dr Constantino Chiwenga is determined to take the cancer fight beyond just the pink ribbons.

Speaking at the funeral wake of Mrs Mugwisi who was the wife of Zimbabwe Defence Forces Public Relations Director Colonel Mugwisi, she narrated how her organisation tried to assist the deceased until her loss to cancer.

“Our journey together with Mrs Mugwisi began when her daughter (Tatenda)fell ill years ago, I then asked Colonel Mugwisi for our foundation (Mushamukadzi Charity Organisation) to assist with her medical care,” she said.

“We went with her to various places myself and her (now deceased) mother and I would encourage Tatenda that she was going to be well and would finish her degree.”

“It pained me greatly when Tatenda passed, that was some years back, but we also were told that another of Colonel Mugwisi’s child succumbed to cancer in South Africa,” she added while addressing mourners at One Commando Regiment.

Mrs Chiwenga said as an organisation Mushamukadzi was concerned about the lack of seriousness given to cancer seeing that it is killing many people.

She said as a country we were not doing enough to fight it.

“I remember coming from the UNWTO I said to Dr Parirenyatwa who was the health minister then and still is, I said to him that it would make sense to split the aids levy with half going to cancer and half to AIDS,” added Mrs Chiwenga.

She believes her proposal fell on deaf ears and that it was not fair to watch others die. Mrs Chiwenga said that she was sure nobody was going to complain if that was implemented since cancer had become a serious scourge.

“Cancer is all about taking your money away, it will take everything that you got in your bank and chew it up, it will make you sell your house, your car and everything that you got, cancer will take away everything from you,” added Mrs Chiwenga.

Mushamukadzi Charity Organisation will hold its annual Gold and Dinner fundraising on 26 May with proceeds going to cancer patients.

New Video — Nutty O delivers a Sobering Appeal in Bless My Hustle

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New Video — Nutty O delivers a Sobering Appeal in Bless My Hustle

Nutty O sobbers up in Bless My Hustle as he uses his own music to reflect on life and motivate himself with an appeal to God.

Released a few days ago, Bless My Hustle has a sobering effect that can not only lift your moods and make you feel connected to your creator as the ultimate blesser it also guides you towards clarity on general life issues.

He uses his own story as a dancehall singer to portray the general strive of a young man staring a future that often times looks uncertain and unpredictable.

Shot in a normal ghetto setting, a hustling Nutty O is seen in a studio writing and recording songs before taking the CDs out into the streets for sale.

It’s a relatable story that even a cross-border, waitresses in a restaurant or even a budding sportsman/woman can draw motivation from.

Presented by Military Touch Movement and Nash TV, the video was shot and directed by Kman

Watch Nutty O – Bless My Hustle video below

Castle Tankard 2018 Experience: The Thrill of Horses, Music and Fashion

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Castle Tankard 2018 Experience: The Thrill of Horses, Music and Fashion

Considered by many to be the highlight of the Zimbabwean Horse racing calendar, the Castle Tankard Race is one true grand finale of the race season.

The best class of horses, trainers and jockeys converge annually at the Borrowdale Race Course for a day of incredible action.

It is not only about watching the quickest horses: it’s about glam glory, awesome atmosphere, competition, high-end fashion and having the absolute best time possible from music performances.

Such was the setting as thousands descended at the Borrowdale race course from as early as 11 am only to leave the grounds late at night, as they made sure they glean all there is to absorb from Castle Tankard Race day.

The celebration is a social and public get-together with everyone partaking in the happiness; hearts race in a brief moment period as horses move for position before the champ blasts all of a sudden to triumph.

For this year it was South African debutant Roman Discent who powered to victory in the 56th edition of the Castle Tankard $50 000-rich Grade One horse race Saturday afternoon.

Roman Discent (Number 10)

The four yeard old horse was being ridden by Mathew Thackeray blasting past all its competition which included 2017 winner Comanche Brave.

The fashion ‘summa cum laude’ belonged to celebrities Misred and Craig Zoowie who were by a long short the toast of the Castle Tankard.

Misred

Misred is a ZiFM and Coke on the Beat presenter whilst Craig Zoowie is one of the country’s finest award-winning Luxury Event Designer and Fashion Stylist.

Misred wore a polka-dot red, figure-hugging dress with a white fur collar and Craig Zoowie was in a floral print black and white blazer with white pants.

Craig Zoowie

The horses had entertained, the fashionistas had dazzled it was time for the fiesta to give its final thrill with live music.

DJ El Roy and Judgement Yard combined talents to dish out music as they waited for Winky D and Alick Macheso.

The two gave a thrilling Castle Tankard performance that capped what was a good outing at the Borrowdale Race Course.

Just In: Popular Actor Mudhara Bhonzo Dies

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Just In: Popular Actor Mudhara Bhonzo Dies

Television actor and comedian Lawrence Simbarashe better known as Mudhara Bhonzo has died.

Mudhara Bhonzo passed on this Sunday evening at Chitungwiza Hospital where he was admitted.

Lawrence Simbarashe rose to stardom on the ZTV produced drama called “Timmy naBhonzo”

Sometime in 2015 Zimbabweans learned of Mudhara Bhonzo’s hard times as he struggled to make ends meet and would be seen on the streets of Harare and Chitungwiza seeking assistance from well-wishers.

His friend and actor Timmy was providing for his care during his times of struggle as he had lost some household goods in a fire years back.

Mudhara Bonzo was suffering from diabetes and high blood pressure. Mourners are gathered at house number 544 St Mary’s in Chitungwiza.

Dazzling Lira Brings Magic to HIFA

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Dazzling Lira Brings Magic to HIFA

Performing such hit melodies like “Live,” “Born Free,” “Let there be light,” “Rise Again,” “Let Go Sometimes,” “Return to Love” and her breakout radio single “Feel Good,” Lira’s catalogue is strikingly assorted for any audience and HiFA was magical.

The Award Winning South African star took to the HIFA ZOL mainstage last night and gave a splendid showing before a packed crowd.

Her dynamic voice and dazzling presence saw HIFA fans dance to every of her song as she took us down memory lane when she made her entrance into music.

Her 2006 hit ‘Feel Good’ attracted much applause and excitement, proving once again the staying power of a great discography.

Lira spoke of her admiration for the late icon Winnie Mandela and how she was inspired by her works to write the song ‘Born Free’

There were wild cheers when she performed the song ‘Let there be Light’ when she added Shona lyrics to the song.

“Lira is an amazing performer, she still as good as when I first saw her on SABC, I had a good night,” said one fan Melody.

Lira performing at HIFA ZOl Stage 2018 Picture/Tsitsi Betha Ndabambi

Others simply said they love and follow good music and Lira is one such artist who knows how to give value for money.

Tonight sees the return of South Africa’s top billing pop band, Beatenberg on the ZOL Mainstage.

They gained regional attention in 2014 with multi-award nominated collaboration with DJ Clock for Pluto (Remember You) as it became the number one popular song on South African radio for over nineteen consecutive weeks.

Their second album The Hanging Gardens of Beatenberg (2014) generated hit singles including Beauty Like a Tightened Bow (2014) Scorpionfish (2014), and Pluto (Remember You) (2014).

They perform at 1915hrs.

Being Bonang Season 2, Back By Popular Demand on DStv

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Being Bonang Season 2, Back By Popular Demand on DStv

The hit reality TV show, Being Bonang, which chronicles the glamorous life of Africa’s most sought after entertainment personality and multi-award winning presenter and style icon, Bonang Matheba, returns to our screens on May 4th, at 19:30 CAT, on 1 Magic.

“So much has happened since the first season of Being Bonang! I’ve entered my thirties, and not only have I moved and pushed my brand globally, but I have also changed and amended my personal perspectives on life.

I’m super excited to share these moments with my fans ”say’s Bonang who recently returned from London where she was invited to celebrate the inspirational life of Madiba as the MC of the Global Gift Nelson Mandela Centenary dinner, one of London’s most distinguished annual charity events.

Season one enthralled fans with a slice of Brand Bonang, seeing the queen share all from intimate moments and personal struggles to building an African empire.

She shared highs and lows with front row seats to what it really entailed to Being Bonang. Not to mention learning the fascinating lingo of Benglish along the way!

Liz Dziva, Publicity and Public relations Manager of MultiChoice Zimbabwe said “Back by popular demand – Season two picks up where season one left off, this time stepping it up to new levels where we see Brand Bonang positioned globally, with a new crew, all the while living the high life with Moghel Pinky girl and boo Sefiso”.

“Season one of the show resonated with our Zimbabwean  viewers and we believe the new season will surpass that” said Dziva.

Diving right back into this grueling work ethic, in Being Bonang 2, fans will not only experience Bonang’s action-packed, globetrotting world, but will also be afforded a glimpse into her personal growth, emotions and private moments.

Being Bonang  will be available on 1Magic, channel 103 from Friday,4 May 2018 at 19:30 .

Wow!!! AKA’s Mother has decided to Summit Mount Kilimanjaro

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Wow!!! AKA’s Mother has decided to Summit Mount Kilimanjaro

It’s not often that a grandmother wakes up one morning and decide to summit Mount Kilimanjaro.

But then again Lynn Forbes is no ordinary grandmother by a long shot.

Inspirational Speaker, Entrepreneur, mother to two boys including Hip Hop Artist AKA and grandmother to the soon to be 3-year-old Kairo, Lynn is putting her social influence to good use in her latest challenge to summit Mount Kilimanjaro in July.

As an ambassador of the 2018 Trek4Mandela Expedition, Lynn aims to raise R1million in aid of Caring4Girls, to assist them in reaching their goal of supporting 2 million economically disadvantaged school girls by 2020.

She is committed to raising awareness for the initiative, in order to increase accessibility to sorely needed sanitary products together with hygiene education and to ensure the growth and development of young South African schoolgirls into women with dignity.

A survivor of childhood sexual abuse, Lynn has always wanted to summit Kilimanjaro, the place above the clouds, where she escaped to during the time of her abuse as an 11-year-old.

Lynn Forbes Picture/Supplied

Her childhood dream to summit Mount Kilimanjaro resurfaced with the birth of her granddaughter Kairo Owethu Forbes in 2015.

Three years in the planning, this triggered her final decision and commitment to summit Africa’s highest mountain, as part of her 50th birthday celebrations in July 2018.

ClimbingKili4Kairo has become her personal cause, Kairo being symbolic and representative of the plight of every child on the African continent through her involvement in the Caring4Girls initiative.

A teacher by profession, Lynn is passionate about making an impact through education, inspiring courage and giving hope to children.

She is a black South African woman who feels compelled to personally make a positive contribution to address the social and economic circumstances faced by so many children in Africa.

Having faced the stigma surrounding sexual abuse, the silence that protects the perpetrator and the shame and denial which fuels the epidemic for over 38 years, Lynn has finally broken her silence last year and have spoken out against the abuse of children.

She advocates our responsibility to raise children who will not spend their adult lives recovering from their childhoods.

The Trek4Mandela 2018 Centenary Expedition to Kilimanjaro has provided her with a platform to carry forward Madiba’s legacy, achieve her childhood dream and celebrate her 50th birthday while raising funds and awareness for this worthy cause.

Madrid v Liverpool: Meet the Champions League finalists

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Madrid v Liverpool: Meet the Champions League finalists

The Champions League final is set, and it will be Real Madrid taking on Liverpool later this month in Kiev, Ukraine.

Just a day after Real Madrid eliminated Bayern Munich in the semifinals, Liverpool did the same to Roma on Wednesday, setting up a gigantic clash in the final.

What’s their pedigree and how did they get here? A closer look at finalists Real Madrid and Liverpool.

Here are the stats

REAL MADRID (ESP)

Pedigree
UEFA club ranking: 1
European Cup finals: W12 L3
Last appearance: 2017, won 4-1 v Juventus

This season
Entry: group stage
P12 W8 D2 L2 F30 A15
Top scorer: Ronaldo (15)
Current league position: 3rd

Possible first-choice XI: Navas; Carvajal, Ramos, Varane, Marcelo; Isco, Casemiro, Modrić, Kroos; Benzema, Ronaldo

LIVERPOOL (ENG)

Pedigree
UEFA club ranking: 24
European Cup finals: W5 L2
Last appearance: 2007, lost 2-1 v Milan

This season
Entry: play-offs
P12 W7 D4 L1 F40 A13
Top scorer: Firmino, Salah (10)
Current league position: 3rd

Possible first-choice XI: Karius; Alexander-Arnold, Lovren, Van Dijk, Robertson; Wijnaldum, Henderson, Milner; Salah, Firmino, Mané

Route to the final

Qualified: 4th in Premier League
Play-offs: 6-3 agg v Hoffenheim
Group E winners
Round of 16: 5-0 agg v Porto
Quarter-finals: 5-1 agg v Man. City
Semi-finals 7-5 agg v Roma

Have they met before?

Previous meetings: 5
Madrid wins: 2 (4 goals)
Liverpool wins: 3 (6 goals

2014/15 UEFA Champions League group stage
Matchday three: Liverpool 0-3 Real Madrid (Ronaldo 23, Benzema 30 41)
Matchday four: Real Madrid 1-0 Liverpool (Benzema 27)

2008/09 UEFA Champions League first knockout round
First leg: Real Madrid 0-1 Liverpool (Benayoun 82)
Second leg: Liverpool 4-0 Real Madrid (Torres 16, Gerrard 28 47, Dossena 88)

1980/81 European Cup final
Liverpool 1-0 Real Madrid (Kennedy 81)

*Stats do not include qualifying.

Tsitsi Masiyiwa announced as Keynote Speaker at Zim Achievers UK in May

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Tsitsi Masiyiwa announced as Keynote Speaker at Zim Achievers UK in May

African philanthropist and social entrepreneur, Tsitsi Masiyiwa has been announced as this year’s keynote speaker at the UK edition of the Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA), taking place in May.

Masiyiwa is no stranger to the awards, as she received the Chairman’s honorary award in 2016, for her contribution to charitable causes and children’s welfare.

“Tsitsi Masiyiwa has been an instrumental voice for a number of key initiatives and a champion of projects that have contributed massively to the growth and development of Zimbabwe and Africa as a whole,” said ZAA Chairman, Conrad Mwanza.

“She is a woman whom we learn from every day and who is always finding ways to support those in need, and we salute her for her incredible philanthropic work, as well as her personal commitment to promoting and fostering change.

“She is a credit to the community and a great ambassador. We are both honoured and delighted to have her as a keynote speaker,” Mwanza added.

Founder and co-chair of the Highlife Foundation (HLF), she established the organisation with husband, Strive Masiyiwa and has, for nearly two decades, dedicated her life’s work to orphaned and vulnerable children in Zimbabwe, South Africa, Burundi, Rwanda and Lesotho.

Morehouse College Commencement in Atlanta, with President Barack Obama, Mrs TsitsiMasiyiwa and Strive Masiyiwa Picture/econetwireless.com

She continues to empower disadvantaged children through education and harnessing technology to create employment opportunities for young people.

HLF offers holistic and innovative solutions to poverty and through her foundation, she has supported the youth with basic education and created opportunities that have enabled many of them to go on to college and vocational training.

Masiyiwa has also been involved in identifying and nurturing young talent and over the years, hundreds of gifted African students have been offered scholarships that cover an extensive range of opportunities, from high school right through to university, including top Ivy League colleges such as Harvard and Yale.

She championed the creation of a low-cost and high-quality amalgamated learning model, with the goal of providing quality education.

The model was formed using tailored content in Zimbabwe but has been adopted across Africa. Capernaum Trust, the largest privately-funded scholarship program in Southern Africa, has students in establishments that include Waterford Kamhlaba in Swaziland and Monash College in South Africa.

They have also established the Andrew Young Scholarship, a $6.4 million dollar fund that sends African students to attend, among others, Morehouse College in the US.

Meanwhile, this year’s awards will be held on Saturday 12 May 2018 at the Grange City Hotel in London. The upscale hotel is a stone’s throw away from the River Thames and overlooks the Tower of London and the iconic Tower Bridge.

 

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