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Netone 263 Culture Fest Delivers Unmatched Performances Amidst the Rain

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Netone 263 Culture Fest Delivers Unmatched Performances Amidst the Rain

The second edition of the Netone 263 Culture Festival lived up to expectations as thousands of revellers thronged Belgravia Sports Club despite the gloomy and wet weather.

 

The festival kicked off in the afternoon with South African female DJ Jocy Thuli P setting the tone as the crowd began to build. Local DJs such as Chucknosis and Fujee kept the energy high, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats.

Several food stalls were available, offering a variety of cuisines.

Mthunzi took things up a notch when he arrived on stage, opening with his hit song “Imithandazo.” Despite the heavy rain pouring during his performance, it did not dampen the crowd’s mood; they remained in place, refusing to seek shelter.

Tammy Moyo, now proving to be a seasoned performer, kept the energy levels high with her dynamic performances and dancers, continually spicing things up with her choreography.

The MC for the night, Nomuzi Mabhena, aka Moozile, also stole the limelight with several elegant and classy outfit changes. Her MC skills were impeccable, creating a real connection with the crowd.

One of the headline acts, Kelvin Momo, sent the audience into a frenzy with his set of deep amapiano, often dubbed “private school piano.”

Uncle Waffles’ performance was the icing on the cake as she belted out all her hits. Songs like “Tanzania” and “Waffles” brought the roof down when she left the decks to take to the dance floor, busting out some well-choreographed moves.

Curran hogs the limelight with century as Logan Cup gets underway

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Curran hogs the limelight with century as Logan Cup gets underway

Tuskers – 203 all out in 45.2 overs (Tanu Makoni 82, Luke Jongwe 38, Tafara Mupariwa 38; Mike Chinouya 3/32, Brandon Mavuta 3/54, Antum Naqvi 2/24)

Rhinos – 183-3 in 42 overs (Ben Curran 107*, Takudzwanashe Kaitano 52, Antum Naqvi 9; Ainsley Ndlovu 2/43, Sean Williams 1/53)

Day 1 – Stumps:  Rhinos trail by 20 runs

Ben Curran hit a fine century that put Rhinos in a strong position at the end of the first day’s play of their Logan Cup match against Tuskers at Kwekwe Sports Club on Sunday.

They reached a score of 183 for three wickets after bowling out the Bulawayo-based team for 203.

Rhinos won the toss and put Tuskers in to bat and they must have finished the day happy with the way this was turning out, but they had some doubts early on.

Mike Chinouya dismissed Nkosana Mpofu for five in the third over, but then Tanu Makoni and the captain, Tafara Mupariwa, made a brilliant partnership of 98 for the second wicket in less than 20 overs.

Makoni played a remarkable free and fine innings, racing to his fifty off only 38 balls.

With the score at 110, though, Brandon Mavuta broke the stand by having Mupariwa caught for 38, and this began a fatal slide of the Tuskers batting.

Makoni was sixth man out at 143, having scored a sparkling 82 off 110 balls, and the only one of the later batters to prosper was Luke Jongwe with an aggressive 38 off 31 balls.

Only the last pair took the score past 200 as Tuskers were dismissed for 203 – Sean Williams was out second ball for a single.

Chinouya and Mavuta took three wickets each, and there were two apiece for Brad Evans and Antum Naqvi.

Curran and Takudzwanashe Kaitano then gave Rhinos a fine start with an opening partnership of 118 in 28 overs before Kaitano was caught off the bowling of Williams for 52.

Ainsley Ndlovu then took two quick wickets to dismiss Solomon Mire for eight and Naqvi for nine – 167 for three.

Curran reached his century just before the close, finishing unbeaten on 107, with Evans his partner yet to score.

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Southern Rocks – 354-5 in 84.2 overs (Roy Kaia 64, Matthew Campbell 63, Saifuddin Zaib 60*; Wallace Mubayiwa 2/55, Munashe Chipara 1/40, Faraz Akram 1/50)

Eagles –

Day 1 – Stumps

Roy Kaia’s 64 was the highest of the five fifties recorded by Southern Rocks in their total of 354 for five wickets compiled on the first day of their Logan Cup match against Eagles, which got underway at Takashinga Cricket Club on Sunday.

Tafadzwa Tsiga and Matthew Campbell gave Rocks a fine start to reward their decision to bat on winning the toss.

They made 89 for the first wicket before Tsiga was out for 50 off 89 balls.

Campbell soon followed for 63, but Kaia then took up the baton with his fine innings, which also took 89 balls and contained a six and 10 fours.

He added 67 for the third wicket with Johnathan Campbell, who was the most aggressive batter of the day with 37 off 34 balls.

The 200 was passed with only three men out, but when Richmond Mutumbami (15) and Kaia were dismissed in quick succession, five wickets were down for 238.

The innings was at a crossroads, but the right men were in next as Alvin Chiradza joined the Northamptonshire all-rounder Saifuddin Zaib at the wicket.

By the close both batters had joined the fifty-makers, Zaib with 60 and Chiradza 56, both not out and with a partnership now worth 116 runs.

The bowlers had a hard toil, none of them earning much success, while the English professional Alex Russell, who had such a successful season in 2023/24, taking the wicket of Kaia but otherwise suffering for 111 runs off only 16 overs.

Chibuku Road to Fame Provincial Finals Conclude, National Finals Set for November

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Chibuku Road to Fame Provincial Finals Conclude, National Finals Set for November

The Chibuku Road to Fame provincial finals concluded this past Saturday, with Mashonaland West and Masvingo announcing their champions.

 

The competition, which began on September 28, is a collaboration with the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ), reinforcing a commitment to supporting the arts and fostering creativity across the nation.

In Mashonaland West, the Afrofusion group Boom Jazz claimed first place, followed by the jazz outfit Heart Attack in second. The Real Vibe band, known for its traditional jazz, secured third place. All podium finishers hail from Makombe.

In Masvingo Province, the Afrofusion group Panhimbe Crew earned the opportunity to represent the province in the finals. Street Wise from Mashava took second place, while the Sungura group Mega Power Express from Gutu finished in third.

Street Wise from Mashava took second place in Masvingo

The Chibuku Road to Fame national finals are scheduled to take place on November 9, 2024, in Harare.

This year’s theme is “Bvirarira, Tshay’iNgoma,”  and since its inception, Chibuku Road to Fame has played a pivotal role in nurturing aspiring musicians and providing them with a platform to shine.

Here are the provincial representatives set to compete in the national finals:

Vibrant Bank – Manicaland

Panhimbe Crew – Masvingo

Kweseka – Matabeleland North

Fugees band – Matabeleland South

Shanty Town – Mashonaland Central

Boom Jazz – Mashonaland West

Pilgrims of Christ – Mashonaland East

Music 2 Music – Bulawayo Province

The Cousins – Midlands Province

The Outlaws – Harare

Groundbreaking Zimbabwean Play ‘Family Riots’ Premieres in November

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Groundbreaking Zimbabwean Play ‘Family Riots’ Premieres in November

Danai Gurira, Executive Artistic Director of Almasi Collaborative Arts, is presenting a production of ‘Family Riots’ by Gideon Jeph Wabvuta.

 

The unique and groundbreaking production will premiere between November 15 and 24, 2024, at the National Gallery of Zimbabwe, at a ticket price of $10 per audience member.

Directed by US Visiting Artist Lucie Tiberghien and Zimbabwean Director Makomborero Theresa Muchemwa, the production will feature the talents of Zimbabwean actors.

Gideon Jeph Wabvuta, is a talented alumnus of Almasi’s programs, who through Almasi’s Walter Mparutsa Fellowship matriculated with a Master’s Degree in Dramatic Writing at University of Southern California.

His acclaimed play, “Family Riots”, earned a distinguished mention for the Rosa Parks and Kennedy Centre in 2019 and was showcased at the New Works Two Festival at USC in Southern California.

Family Riots is a play that explores the ambitions, aspirations and unresolved wounds of a young family in Mbare.

It follows the conflicts of family relationships in Zimbabwe during the late 1990s. The play delves into the lives of Sidney and Primrose, a couple whose once-idyllic life unravels due to financial strain and personal secrets.

It offers a provoking interrogation on the human condition in a rapidly changing society. The play taps into the nostalgia of everyday Zimbabwean life in that era, blending reflection with a deep sense of familiarity for those who lived through it.

“Family Riots” could be categorized as a new Zimbabwean August Wilson play entering us into a bold era of Zimbabwean storytelling.

Directing the production is the dynamic duo made up of decorated American theatre director Lucie Tiberghien and Zimbabwean Makomborero Theresa Muchemwa who has been a part of Almasi’s previous dramatic initiatives.

‘Family Riots’ attests to the uniqueness of the Almasi process in nurturing talent, fostering cross-cultural collaboration towards making compelling pieces of dramatic performance.

A team of production designers, technical experts, actors and directors, many of whom have been trained through Almasi initiatives, are collaborating in the creation of this piece.

The audience is guaranteed of a resonant experience, harkening a new era of placing Zimbabwean-born narratives on the global stage.

Tickets are available at magetsi.co.zw and at the National Gallery.

Everything to Know About Tyler Perry’s new series ‘Beauty in Black’

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Everything to Know About Tyler Perry’s new series ‘Beauty in Black’

Tyler Perry’s Beauty in Black will serve up scandal and stars when Part 1 of the 16-episode drama hits Netflix today October 24th.

 

The upcoming show is part of Perry’s creative partnership with Netflix, in which he’ll write, direct, and produce films and series under a multi-year first-look deal, including Mea Culpa, which premiered in February.

“I was told many times over many years that Black entertainment doesn’t travel throughout the world,” the Hollywood heavyweight tells Tudum. “So, to have Netflix continue to disprove that over and over with everything I’ve put on the platform has been phenomenal.”

Perry’s previous films with Netflix include A Jazzman’s Blues, an epic about forbidden love that made its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival; A Madea Homecoming, the 12th installment of the billion-dollar Madea franchise,

Mea Culpa, starring Kelly Rowland, and the thriller A Fall from Grace. Will Areu, Angi Bones, and Tony Strickland also produce Beauty in Black for Tyler Perry Studios.

What is Beauty in Black about?

The new series follows two women on very different life trajectories on a collision course toward each other.

Taylor Polidore Williams (Divorce in the Black, Snowfall) plays Kimmie, who struggles to make ends meet after her mother kicks her out, while Mallory — played by Crystle Stewart (For Better or Worse, Acrimony) — finds success running her own business. Eventually, they find themselves entangled in each other’s lives.

Set in Atlanta, the story brings together a wealthy Black family atop a hair care dynasty and an exotic dancer caught up in the seedy underbelly of a famed Magic City strip club.

“The hair care business here is huge [and] Magic City is huge, and I was like, ‘What happened if those worlds collided — the stripper world and this hair care business?’ ” says Perry, adding that the takeaway from Part 1 of the series is, “Never ever underestimate the power of the underdog.”

Although Perry found inspiration from “dual strip clubs around” Atlanta in the ’90s and is familiar with families of real-life hair care dynasties, the story itself is pure fiction and designed “to entertain.” He says, with this series, he “wanted to have some fun.”

USA Women pull one back to keep Series alive

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USA Women pull one back to keep Series alive

Zimbabwe Women – 179 in 48.4 overs (Modester Mupachikwa 34, Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano 28, Audrey Mazvishaya 26*; Geetika Kodali 5/43, Saanvi Immadi 3/28, Isani Vaghela 1/16)

USA Women – 182-6 in 37.2 overs (Anika Kolan 43, Disha Dhingra 41, Gargi Bhogle 36; Josephine Nkomo 2/32, Olinder Chare 2/41, Audrey Mazvishaya 1/33)

USA Women won by four wickets

The United States of America Women defeated Zimbabwe Women by four wickets in the third one-day international at Harare Sports Club on Wednesday to keep their five-match series alive.

Put in to bat first, unlike in the first two fixtures which they comfortably won, the hosts were dismissed for 179 runs in 48.4 overs.

They had enjoyed a decent start though.

After Sharne Mayers was caught at the wicket for 14 in the seventh over, with 23 runs on the board, Modester Mupachikwa and Chipo Mugeri-Tiripano stabilised the innings with a second-wicket partnership worth 57 runs in 13.4 overs.

The stand was only broken when Mupachikwa holed out to midwicket to depart for 34, including five fours, off 59 balls.

Mugeri-Tiripano soon followed, bowled for 28, with five fours, off 46 deliveries to leave the score at 86 for three in 22.1 overs.

After that, the only other notable contributions with the bat came from Ashley Ndiraya with 20 and Audrey Mazvishaya with 26 not out as the Zimbabwe Women innings folded for 179 with eight balls left unbowled.

Geetika Kodali, with five wickets for 43 runs in 10 overs, was easily the USA Women’s best bowler, while Saanvi Immadi claimed three for 28 in nine overs.

In reply, Disha Dhingra and Gargi Bhogle put on an 87-run opening partnership in 15.5 overs, before Mazvishaya bowled Dhingra for 41, with eight fours, which she scored off 46 balls.

Exactly three overs later, at 101, Bhogle followed her to the pavilion after she was caught by Mazvishaya off the bowling of Nomvelo Sibanda having hit five boundaries on her way to 36 off 57 deliveries.

In the next over, with only four more runs added to the board, debutante Olinder Chare grabbed her first ODI wicket when she caught Ella Claridge, who failed to get off the mark, off her own bowling.

Anika Kolan and Sindhu Sriharsha then shared a 59-run stand for the fourth wicket in 13.1 overs, only broken when Kolan was given out lbw to Josephine Nkomo after scoring 43, with five fours, off 59 balls.

Next ball, Nkomo struck again as Aditiba Chudasama, out lbw, departed for a golden duck to leave the Americans at 164 for five, needing 16 runs off 17 overs to win.

They lost Isani Vaghela for one, caught at the wicket off the bowling of Chare, but Sriharsha, with 30 not out, eased them over the line, hitting two consecutive fours off the debutant bowler to take the USA Women to 182 for six in 37.2 overs.

Zimbabwe Women lead the series by two victories to one, with the next match scheduled for this Saturday at the same venue.

Oskido to be Honoured at the SAMAs for Transformative Impact on South African Music

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Oskido to be Honoured at the SAMAs for Transformative Impact on South African Music

The South African Music Awards (SAMAs) will bestow the prestigious RiSA Chairperson’s Award on Oscar “Oskido” Sibonginkosi Mdlongwa in acknowledgement of his extraordinary contributions as a music executive, producer, entrepreneur, and cultural pioneer.

 

His pioneering achievements will be recognised at next weekend’s #SAMA30.

For over three decades, Oskido has been a trailblazer, influencing and shaping the soundscape of South Africa’s most iconic music genres, including kwaito, house, gqom, and Amapiano.

A radio personality behind the growth of hip-hop in particular, he refuses to be left lagging behind and has joined throngs of entertainers as a TikToker.

His relentless creativity, innovation, and dedication have earned him a revered place in the hearts of music lovers and the industry at large.

“I am deeply humbled and honoured by this recognition. It’s a reflection of not just my work but the incredible support and collaboration I’ve had throughout my career. From Kalawa Jazmee to the artists, DJs, and industry professionals I’ve worked with, we’ve built something truly special together.

“This award is a reminder that our contributions can have a lasting impact, and I’m grateful to have played a part in shaping the future of South African music,” an elated Oskido shared.

Oskido’s journey from humble beginnings to becoming a cornerstone of South African music, as a co-founder of Kalawa Jazmee record label, is testament to his indomitable spirit.

He has seamlessly evolved with the industry, influencing not only the music we dance to but also the very fabric of the South African music business.

Whether pushing the boundaries of kwaito in the 90s or championing the rise of Amapiano today, Oskido has remained at the forefront of innovation, constantly inspiring a new generation of artists and producers.

In the mid-2000s, Oskido, alongside industry giants Greg Maloka, DJ Fresh, Vinny Da Vinci, and DJ Christos, co-founded Deejays Unite (DJU) – a collective aimed at shaping the future of South African music.

From this visionary collaboration, they launched the Southern African Music Conference (SAMC), a groundbreaking platform that would revolutionise the music industry by offering invaluable business insights to aspiring musicians and industry professionals.

Through SAMC’s expertly curated music business workshops, the conference became a vital stepping stone for many rising stars. It ignited the careers of now-iconic figures such as Black Coffee, DJ Tira, and Euphonik, who have since become global ambassadors of South African music.

Reflecting on the #SAMA30 RiSA Chairperson’s Award, Oskido shared: “There have been many highlights in my career, but I’d say the most defining moment was the founding of Kalawa Jazmee Records. It wasn’t just about creating a label it was about building a platform for South African talent to shine.

“Seeing artists grow and become household names, knowing that we were helping to shape the sound of South African music, especially through kwaito, was a moment of true realisation that we were making history.”

Nhlanhla Sibisi, RiSA CEO commended Oskido’s enduring influence: “Oskido’s contribution to the South African music industry cannot be overstated.

“His influence spans across multiple generations and his visionary leadership has not only given rise to some of the biggest names in our industry but has also ensured the sustainability of our creative economy. We are proud to honour him with the RiSA Chairperson’s Award.”

“As we celebrate Oskido’s legacy, we recognise not only his remarkable achievements but also the lasting impact he has made on the South African music industry. His story is one of resilience, creativity, and an unwavering commitment to elevating local talent, ensuring that South African music continues to thrive both at home and abroad.”

Raza blitz powers Zimbabwe to world’s highest T20I total

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Raza blitz powers Zimbabwe to world’s highest T20I total

Zimbabwe – 344-4 in 20 overs (Sikandar Raza 133*, Tadiwanashe Marumani 62, Brian Bennett 50; Andreh Jarju 2/53, Arjusingh Rajpurohit 1/51, Bubacarr Kuyateh 1/57)

Gambia – 54 all out in 14.4 overs (Andreh Jarju 12*, Frank Campbell 7, Asim Ashraf 7; Brandon Mavuta 3/10, Richard Ngarava 3/13, Wessly Madhevere 2/7)

Zimbabwe won by 290 runs

Sikandar Raza’s brilliant innings of 133 not out was the highlight of Zimbabwe’s record score in T20 international cricket, made against the Gambia at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional Qualifier B in Nairobi on Wednesday.

The Zimbabwe total was 344 for four wickets in 20 overs, easily beating the previous record of 314 for three by Nepal against Mongolia in September last year.

Zimbabwe then bowled the Gambia out for 54 – 12 of which were wides – and their victory margin of 290 runs is another all-time T20I record, beating the 273 runs by Nepal over Mongolia.

Zimbabwe set a cracking pace right from the start of the match, with their opening batters Brian Bennett and Tadiwanashe Marumani recording 98 for the first wicket in only 5.4 overs.

Marumani was then out for 62, scored off only 19 balls, with four sixes and nine fours, while Bennett made 50 off 26.

This brought in Raza to score Zimbabwe’s first-ever century in this form of cricket, 133 not out off only 43 balls – this included 15 sixes and seven fours.

With Ryan Burl making 25 off 11 balls and Clive Madande 53 not out off 17, Zimbabwe easily sailed past Nepal’s record.

The unbroken fifth-wicket partnership between Raza and Madande put on 141 runs off just 40 balls.

When the shell-shocked Gambian team replied, Richard Ngarava bowled out a batter in each of his first three overs.

Wessly Madhevere and Brandon Mavuta then whipped through the middle order, and the eighth wicket went down for 40.

The only batter to reach double figures was in effect the last man André Jarju – one man was absent injured – who scored 12.

Ngarava took three wickets for 13 runs, Mavuta three for 10 and Madhevere two for seven.

Zimbabwe’s final match at the qualifying tournament starts at 12.50 pm this Thursday against Kenya, who have also won all their matches to date.

Former Wallabies star Kyle Godwin Joins Zimbabwe Sables Ahead of International Tour

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Former Wallabies star Kyle Godwin Joins Zimbabwe Sables Ahead of International Tour

Former Wallabies star Kyle Godwin has arrived in Zimbabwe to join the National Senior Men’s Rugby team, the Sables, in preparation for their upcoming end-of-year tour to the United Arab Emirates and South Korea.

 

Godwin touched down at Robert Mugabe International Airport, where he was warmly welcomed by Sables management before heading straight to the training camp in Harare.

This marks Godwin’s first visit to Zimbabwe in over twenty-five years.

The accomplished center, who has made a name for himself as an international rugby player, is now eligible to represent Zimbabwe as the team aims to secure a spot in the next World Cup.

Known for his skills as an inside center, Godwin is poised to form a formidable partnership with fellow Sable and former Western Force teammate Ian Prior.

“I’ve been in touch with Ian Prior and he had a fantastic experience with the Sables in July,” Godwin shared. “I’m excited to be part of the positive energy surrounding Zimbabwe Rugby right now. I hope to contribute to our efforts in qualifying for the World Cup.”

“Zimbabwe has produced some incredible rugby talent, and I look forward to seeing our players compete on the world stage.”

Sifiso Made, Chief Executive Officer of the Zimbabwe Rugby Union, confirmed Godwin’s eligibility to play for Zimbabwe following approval from the World Rugby Regulations Committee.

Kyle Godwin and Sables team manager Takunda Chifokoyo at the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport

“Kyle Godwin has always been on our radar, and I’m delighted that the requirements for his birthright transfer from Australia have been met. His inclusion in the Sables is a significant boost to our campaign for World Cup qualification,” Made said.

Godwin was an Australian professional rugby union player who made his international debut for the Wallabies against France in 2016.

He currently plays for French club Lyon OU Rugby in the Top 14 competition and has previously represented the Western Force and Brumbies in Super Rugby, where he made his debut in 2012 against the Queensland Reds in Perth.

Over his career, he has played a total of 76 Super Rugby games.

Additionally, Godwin was part of the Australia under-20 team that competed in the 2012 IRB Junior World Championship in South Africa.

As the Sables gear up for their November tour, the addition of a player of Godwin’s caliber is sure to energize the squad and enhance their prospects on the international stage. 

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi & wife Rachel announce divorce

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Springbok captain Siya Kolisi & wife Rachel announce divorce

Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and his wife, Rachel, on Tuesday announced they would be ending their marriage.

 

Kolisi married Rachel Smith in 2016.

They have two children together — a son Nicholas Siyamthanda (born 2015) and a daughter Keziah (born 2017).

The couple announced the end of their eight-year marriage on their various social media accounts, saying the decision to go their separate ways came after “much reflection and open conversations.”

“We have mutually decided to end our marriage. This decision comes from a place of love, respect and understanding that this is the best path forward for both of us.

“While our relationship as a couple is changing, we remain great friends and committed partners in raising our children with the same love and care they’ve always known.

“We will also continue working together on the Foundation that means so much to us.

“We are grateful for the love, understanding and support you’ve shown us and we kindly ask for your respect as we navigate this transition,” read their messages.

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