Akon to feature in PSquare's ' Chop My Money Video'

PSquare and Akon

News coming through the grapevine is that Sensational Nigeria Singing twins PSquare are currently shooting Videos for their latest Album ' Invasion' in the USA. It is reported Akon will feature in one of the songs ' Chop My Money' which happens to be one of my favourite songs. Enjoy the song below:  

Estelle remixes Dbanj's Oliver Twist

Nigerian superstar, Dbanj has again received international attention as his hit ‘Oliver Twist’ single receives a female twist from famous UK songstress, Estelle. Estelle reps for the ladies on her remix with shouts out to her American and British boys including Kanye West, Usher, and Tinie Tempah, but has a special place in her heart for her African brothers.

The cover or reinterpretation from Estelle is an eclectic, colorful record, which pays tribute to some special bros in her life: “I have a confession…Don’t take it personal…I love my Kanye West…I love my Usher, baby…I like my Tinie Tempah…I like my English boys..I like Jamaicans..I like American boys…But nothing can compare…I love my African boys..No matter where they from.” Estelle’s forthcoming album ‘All of Me’ is out February 28. (ameyawdebrah.com)

Samuel Eto'o launches own Mobile Company

Samuel Eto'o

The four time African footballer of the year last week launched his own mobile network in his native country of Cameroon. Called Set' Mobile - (derived from the footballer's initials), it is the 3rd mobile operator in Cameroon after Orange and MTN. 

The new Mobile company is targeting the youth segment who are fans of the footballer. The 30yr old footballer currently plays for Russian team Anzhi Makhachkala where he earns $29 million every season after tax, making him the highest paid footballer in the world currently, and one of sports highest paid earners. Well done Eto'o!!!!

Yossou N’dou Trading Mic for Politics

Youssou N'dou

He is the son of a car mechanic who began by hustling pirated CDs in car parks and went on to become one of the most influential recording artists in the world. Now Youssou N’Dour is putting his music career on hold so he can enter politics ahead of presidential elections in his native Senegal next Februar“I will free myself of all artistic commitments from 2 January next year to enter the political arena,” N’Dour told a cheering crowd at the weekend. “For me, there are two Senegals. The Senegal of the have-nots and Senegal of the haves. My concern is the Senegal of the have-nots,” the musician added on his own TV station, TCM, in the west African country.

PSquare Celebrates Birthday

November 18th was a special day for the Okoye brothers as they added on another year to their blossoming life. PSquare is one of Nigeria's top music group which has reached unprecedented levels of success through consistently churning out hit after  hit over the years. 

We at ZimbeatNews, say Happy birthday Paul and Peter, May your stars continue to shine forever and ever. ONE LOVE!!!!

I’m the real Denzel Washington: Chiyangwa

Flamboyant businessman Philip Chiyangwa is never short of surprises. Following his debut appearance in "The Gentleman", it appears the overtly flashy businessman now wants to spread his tentacles into showbiz full time. Arts and Entertainment Editor Ruth Butaumocho(RB) caught up with Chiyangwa(PC) to speak about his life, business interests and political future and, of course, his recent new baby - showbiz.

Oliver Mtukudzi - Entrepreneur par excellence

Oliver Mtukudzi is carving out a business empire at his Pakare Paye Arts Centre in Norton. Operations director of the centre, Watson Chidzomba said Tuku was a serious businessman. “Pakare Paye Arts Centre was established in 2003 and it comprises of the Sam Mtukudzi conference centre, restaurants, lodges, offices, as well as an open-air stage,” said Chidzomba.

Return of Tich Mataz

Radio and television personality Tich Mataz makes a welcome return to Power FM's drive time radio show. The veteran broadcaster who is arguably one of the finest voices on radio will add verve and spark to what is already an enthralling line up of disc jockeys on the station in the likes of Kudzi Marudza, Scott Mutengambiri, Tonderai Katsande, Bridget Gavanga and Witness Matema.

Watch out for Chiyangwa in showbiz

Business mogul Philip Chiyangwa is full of surprises. Following his debut appearance in a locally-produced film, "The Gentlemen", it appears the overtly flashy businessman now wants to spread his tentacles into showbiz full time. He is set to star in two more local movies, and this time, he will not limit his talent to cameo parts, but would play some of the leading roles, making him one of the few businessmen to live his life, on and off the stage. 

Business Tycoon Phillip Chiyangwa pens Song

Business tycoon, Philip Chiyangwa is continuing with his journey into the arts industrChiyangwa, who founded the Affirmative Action Group (AAG), made headlines last month following revelations that he featured in a new movie, The Gentlemen which also featured prominent South African artist, Presley Chiweneyagae.

And now, the businessman is advocating for the preservation of cultural values and has decided to venture into music and has just written a song, with the help of fellow businessman, Chamu Chiwanza. 

Kenny Kunene - Flamboyant Entertainment Tycoon

Kenny Kunene is a South African Multi-Millionaire Businessman and Socialite, the owner of the biggest entertainment brand in the country ZAR. ZAR is a night club brand which offers the highest entertainment quality in South Africa. When you talk of entertainment business in Africa his name rings bells in people's minds. He is a self-made multi-millionaire who defied odds to rise high in the corporate world in South Africa. 

                             Kenny Kunene and John Legend

He made his Millions, from rags to riches and blinging! Hard Work, Partying and more Parties. Kenny Kunene is a force to be reckoned with in the business world. He is an executive and shareholder of mining company Central Rand Gold. 

                                 Kenny Kunene and Busta Rhymes 

                               Kenny Kunene with Socialite Kanyi

King of Sushi - Kenny Kunene holds 41st Birthday party

Most people in Zimbabwe still remember the ZAR Festival Concert, which featured Lil Kim, Ciara plus many others. The brains behind that concert was a gentleman called Kenny Kunene a flamboyant self-made South African millionaire. 

This guy's story is true rags to riches story, he is self-made, a former convict who turned around his misfortune and managed to come up with a brilliant business empire. In south Africa he is an enigma, the epitome of entertainment. Through his ZAR night club brand, he has managed to redefine clubbing. During his birthday last year, he made headlines as he ate sushi from half naked models.