Alexio Kawara to curtain raise for Zahara

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For too long Alexio Kawara has come second, if not third, despite his prowess as an exceptional musician. But the star is set to hog the limelight when he headlines the supporting acts for the forthcoming Zahara tour scheduled for August 10 and 11.

This will be Zahara’s second tour to the country after her debut less than five months ago. She will perform at Fusion —Borrowdale Racecourse on August 10 before she performs in Bulawayo the following day at Queens Sports Club.

Zahara back by Public demand

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South African music sensation Zahara makes a return to Zimbabwe for two concerts — one scheduled for Harare’s Borrowdale Racecourse and another in Bulawayo at Queens Sports Club. Zahara, who performed her first show in Harare in March this year, is back by what organisers said was “popular demand” and this time music lovers don’t have to wait for long before she hits the stage.

The Harare gig will be held on August 10 before Zahara and her band head for the City of Kings the next day. “She insisted that she travels by road because the last time she was here she didn’t have time to visit other towns,” Tawanda Chingara, one of the organisers said.

Zahara records a new song - 'Hold on'

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MUSIC sensation Zahara has penned a new song - Hold On - which she unveiled to the public at the weekend. The recording also includes a collaboration with American songwriter and singer Leroy Bell. 

"She is an amazing singer who achieved success within a short space of time, a great singer and an accomplished songwriter.. I got hold of her music, and simply fell in love with her voice," Bell told Sowetan, ahead of the live recording.

Bell is best known for being a finalist in the reality programme The X Factor, apart from his other musical exploits. Zahara, however, said she was initially nervous about the prospect of working with Bell as he is the same person who has written songs for music greats Michael Bolton, Sir Elton John and the O'Jays, among other big international names.

"But since his arrival, the chemistry between us has been great," she said. Sowetanalive

Zahara returns to Zimbabwe

August 2012 will see South African music sensation, Zahara, return to Zimbabwe for shows in Harare and Bulawayo and, according to organisers, a celebration with Zimbabwean fans of her sweep of the SAMA awards earlier in the year.

 Her debut shows in Zimbabwe, held in March in the same two cities, were sold out successes. In Harare she performed at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) and in Bulawayo at Queens Sports Club.

This time round she heads for Borrowdale Racecourse in the capital and once again at Queens in the City of Kings. The shows are set for August 10 and 11 respectfully.

In Harare she will be supported by Alexio, Prudence Katomene-Mbofana and Buddo Knoxy among other acts. Her opening acts for the Bulawayo show are yet to be named.
At the 2012 South African Music Awards (SAMAs) held in April Zahara was the star of the night, with a well-received performance and a list of awards in one night that many artists never even smell in a lifetime.

Zahara thrills fans

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SINGER Zahara wowed her loyal fans during two sold out performances at the recording of her debut live DVD — “Zahara Live: The Beginning” — at Carnival City in Ekurhuleni at the weekend.

The shows also featured American songwriter and singer Leroy Bell, the Soweto Gospel Choir, an orchestra and an unusually big band. Both shows were sold out by Friday afternoon.

When Zahara took to the stage on both nights, she was met by deafening screams from the capacity crowd. In both shows, Zahara paid tribute to the late township disco queen Brenda Fassie and South Africa’s universal Afro-ethno music icon Miriam Makeba. A number of Zahara’s fans came armed with toy, cardboard-cut-outs or miniature guitars which they strummed excitedly along with their idol.

Zahara had faith in me: Munetsi

Zahara and George Munetsi

As South Africans ululated at the achievements of Afro-Jazz sensation, Zahara, who scooped eight accolades at the South African Music Awards, little did Zimbabweans know that they had also had cause to celebrate.

 Among the awards that debutante Zahara won was in the “Best Collaboration” category for the bi-lingual song “Incwad’Encane”, in which she featured former Radio 3 Disc Jockey, George Munetsi. Enjoy the song below:

Zim DJ collaborates with Zahara

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Zahara’s multiplatinum debut album, Loliwe, won eight awards including newcomer of the year, and best-selling album. Kaya FM DJ George Munetsi, who collaborated with Zahara on the song Incwad’ Enance, has been basking in the glory too. 

Song bird Zahara Scoops record 8 SAMA Awards

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The second leg of the 18th MTN South African Music Awards (SAMA) took place last night at Sun City with Eastern Cape-born songbird Zahara breaking the SAMA record by walking away with eight awards.

Her awards included Best Newcomer and Female Artist of the Year and Best Selling Artist awards.  SABC

Zahara is top of the pile

South African music sensation Zahara is topping the list of the South African Music Awards nominees. The vivacious vocalist was nominated in seven categories of the awards for her album Loliwe. Her nominations include, among others, best newcomer, album of the year and best female artist of the year.

SA Zahara hails Zim showbiz

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South African sensation Bulelewa Mkutukana, popularly known as Zahara, has hailed Zimbabwean showbiz. This comes after what she called a splendid show by any standards last Friday at Harare International Conference Centre (HICC).

In an interview after the show, her manager Tehny Tshabalala said Zahara was impressed. “The show in Harare is one of the best organised shows that we have performed at. “The turnout was good and everything was done professionally,” said Tshabalala.“Personally, I did not get the chance to watch all the acts perform, but I must mention that I was enticed by Hope Masike. 

Loliwe hitmaker, Zahara flies off to SA, then back later in BYO

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Popular South African musician, Zahara is said to fly back to South Africa today for a connecting flight to Bulawayo, highlighting the chaotic situation in Zimbabwe’s aviation industry. The Loliwe hitmaker performed in Harare Friday night, but has to return to her home country to get a flight to Zimbabwe’s second city.

Excitement rises ahead of Zahara show

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Music fans in Bulawayo are eagerly waiting for South Africa pop songstress Belelwa Mkutukana, popularly known as Zahara, who is billed to perform at Bulawayo Athletics Club tomorrow afternoon. Fans who spoke to NewsDay said seeing the Loliwe hitmaker on stage was likely to be a great experience.

I am eagerly awaiting the show, said Senzo Ncube from Mpopoma suburb. My wife is a big Zahara fan so I would have to ensure that I take her with me. Ncube said he had fallen in love with Zaharas mature brand of music.I like her music so much, especially the song Loliwe. I am definitely going to attend her show.

Another fan, Faith Moyo, said she would make it a point to attend the gig.

Zahara to perform tonight - dont miss this show

Zahara Performing live tonight in Harare

Eastern Cape-born and bred singer and poetess Zahara jetted into Harare last night for the much-hyped two shows in Harare and Bulawalyo. Born Bulelwa Mkutukana, Zahara is accompanied by a full band and will perform tonight at the Harare International Conference and in Bulawayo tomorrow.

“I am happy to be here. This is now my fourth regional tour within six months of releasing my first album and I am promising my fans their money’s worth at both shows,” Zahara said.

Zahara Jets in Zim today

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South African pop sensation Zahara is expected in Harare this afternoon ahead of her concert at Harare International Conference Centre tomorrow night. The talented Eastern Cape born singer and songwriter has taken South Africa’s music scene by storm with her 12-track album, Loliwe (“train” in the Xhosa language) with hit tracks, Loliwe a mid-tempo song which features former Big Brother Africa Housemate Luclay, and Lengoma which features her producer, DJ Sbu. 

Zahara: A self-taught guitarist

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Bulelwa Mkutukana popularly known as Zahara is currently the toast of Southern Africa. The 24 year old beautiful singer is riding high on a crest of a wave with her debut album Loliwe. Since the album hit the market, it went platinum in its first week of release in South Africa. Enjoy a peak into her life, music and love.

Zahara vs Tuku, Cheso Power

One of those rare occasions when you wish you could be in two places at once! Or you could split yourself into two. For South African songbird Zahara’s starpower will be put to test this Friday when she squares off with two local superstars, Oliver Mtukudzi and Alick Macheso. The long-awaited performance by the Loliwe singer at the Harare International Conference Centre clashes with another high-profile gig pitting Mtukudzi and Macheso at the Aquatic Complex.

Zahara to Perform in Bulawayo

South Africa's latest pop sensation, songwriter and guitarist, Zahara (real name Bulelwa Mkutukana), who is scheduled to perform in Harare on March 2, will have a second dance with Zimbabwean music fans two days later in Bulawayo. Zahara is scheduled to perform at Bulawayo Athletic Club on March 4 after her show at Harare International Conference Centre.

Harare abuzz with Zahara’s debut concert talk

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Of late, Harare has been abuzz with reports that South Africa’s pop sensation Zahara will be heading to Zimbabwe for her debut appearance. Zahara, who is often referred to as an overnight success story, is causing quite a stir on the airwaves not just in South Africa but also in many Sadc countries with her first album titled “Loliwe”. 

Live band for Zahara Concert

Zimbabwean music lovers are getting fed up with foreign musicians that use backtracks at their shows. This is not the case with Zahara who will be performing at the Harare International Conference Centre on March 2. Organisers of the upcoming concert featuring South Africa’s latest pop sensation, songwriter and guitarist, Zahara (real name Bulelwa Mkutukana) have assured fans the show will be a live band affair.

SA’s Zahara to Perform in Harare in March

Aww, i wish i was in Harare....I just love Zahara's sensous jazzy music....Enjoy her debute song Loliwe, which is my favourite below....please leave your comments after listening to the track...nuff respect.

SOUTH AFRICA'S pop sensation, Zahara, is expected to stage her maiden performance in Zimbabwe on March 2 courtesy of May 7 Entertainment. Her concert - to be staged at the Harare International Conference Centre - will be the second in Zimbabwe this year by a high-profile foreign artiste after the Mavado show held in Harare and Chitungwiza recently.