Peter Moyo Buys first Car

Young Igwe with his wheels

AFFABLE Utakataka Express heir Peter Moyo is elated about his latest acquisition. The young Igwe is now rolling in a white tinted Honda Avantage which he purchased a fortnight ago. The 22-year-old paraded his model at Extra Mile Leisure Spot on Friday where he shared the stage with Oliver Mtukudzi and rhumba musician Energy Mutodi. 

A bubbling Peter told H-Metro that he foresees a bright future even without his dad. “It’s my new car. “I bought it two weeks ago from my twin-friends Calisto and Chris in Kwekwe. “It cost US$7 500 and my uncle Knowledge Chosa helped me to settle the full amount. “The band uses the other Chariot and I thought it was good to get something of my own,” he said

Willom Tight's son ventures into Music

Willom Tight's musical fortunes is waning, he has been very quiet. During his days he churned beautiful afro centric jazz tunes such as 'Ndinoda Wangu" is a melodious song with sweet backing vocals. His collaboration with Dino Mudondo saw them churning many hits that took the Zimbabwean music by storm. 

His only son Gary has burst on the musical scene and is determined to ensure that this dad's musical flame keeps on flickering. The 16-year-old gwenyambira is surely on a mission if his achievements to date, hopes and aspirations are anything to go by. Gary has assembled an eight-piece boy band, Zion Originated which plays Afro-jazz acoustics.

Major Boost for Tryson Chimbetu at Titanic clash

Tryson Chimbetu

RISING DENDERA music exponent Tryson “Dr Nero” Chimbetu has every reason to be ecstatic! The 23-year-old singer begins the festive season on a high note after being accorded a slot in the much-hyped Titanic Clash headlined by Alick Macheso and Oliver Mtukudzi on Friday night at Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex. 

Although the attention would be on Tuku and Macheso, it should be mentioned that Tryson Chimbetu has the potential to steal the show judging by his current form.

In an interview with H-Metro, Tryson who is likely to be the opening act, said: “I can’t wait for the show. I am full of energy and I have reserved everything for the special day. “It’s a big event because both artistes (Tuku and Macheso) are crowd pullers and I feel I should prove a point. “I am humbled to be associated with the titans of Zimbabwean music.

Maskiri and Trevor Dongo In Marondera this Friday

Maskiri

POPULAR RAPPER MASKIRI and his side-kick Trevor Dongo are set to exchange notes with Marondera’s finest chanters this Friday. Dubbed Maskiri and Trevor Dongo versus Marondera All Stars, the bash features Marondera-based artistes like Dollar Bee, Maborder Crew, Nyasha Zhuwao and Dragan among others.

He was Muchina Muhombe for sure!!!

Lady Gaga can't find everlasting love

Lady Gaga

The 'Marry the Night' singer has accepted that she may never tie the knot as she knows she can intimidate men with her creativity and has never felt truly loved. She said: "I have never felt truly cherished by a lover. I have an inability to know what happiness feels like with a man. I think what it really is, is that I date creative people. And I think that's what intimidates them is not my purse, it's my mind."It starts out good. Then when I'm in these relationships with people who are also creative, or creative in their own way, what happens is the attraction is initially there and it's all unicorns and rainbows. And then they hate me. 

P. Diddy's son gets scholarship

P.Diddy and Son - Pic courtesy of latimesblog

The rapper was thrilled when Justin Combs - his son with high school sweetheart Misa Hylton-Brim - was asked to join the prestigious university's sports team and revealed it is "everything a father could want for his son". He told the Los Angeles Times: "This is one of the proudest moments of my life. This is everything a father could want for his son, for him to excel at what he loves to do."

Jackson doctor gets jail - no probation

Convicted Conrad Murray escorted by law enforcement agents

Michael Jackson's personal physician, Dr. Conrad Murray, has been sentenced to four years in jail without probation for involuntary manslaughter in the pop star's death. Los Angeles Superior Court Judge Michael Pastor gave Murray the maximum sentence and said the physician engaged in "money for medicine madness that is simply not acceptable to me".

Miss Harare Preps on

Preparations for this year's edition of the prestigious Miss Harare beauty pageant are at an advanced stage with the organisers promising a red carpet event. Running under the theme "I am Zimbabwean", the final showdown has been set for December 23, at the 7Arts Theatre in Avondale. The scouting phase which saw two rounds of auditions has been completed with 30 beauties making it into camp after going through an intense selection process.

My Music is not for Poor People - Dudu Manhenga

 Dudu Manhenga

Afro-Jazz diva Dudu Manhenga, whose road to music stardom saw her playing with various groups, has declared that she does not sing for the poor and is against her music being sold in the high density suburbs. Manhenga on Wednesday night told a Mbare Traders Association representative, Reason Zinyama, that she would rather not have her music sold in the high density suburbs because she sings for a certain niche not the generality of the poor.

Singer with longest nails in the World

She hasn't cut her nails in 18 years

Singer Chris Walton is better known by her stage name 'The Dutchess' in U.S states Nevada and California. 

But her voice is far from the first thing you would notice if you bumped into her in the street. The 45-year-old grandmother has the world's longest fingernails. She stopped cutting them 18 years ago, and now her nails have now reached an incredible 20 feet.

BBA Amplified ex-housemates to tour Zim

Former BBA Housemates

Big Brother Africa Amplified ex-housemates are due in Zimbabwe on a seven-day tour that is expected to be packaged for television. The tour, that has been dubbed "Still Amplified Zimbabwe Tour", will see the ex-housemates visit some of Zimbabwe's tourist destinations and resort towns. The tour will be made possible by a local company, Xtra Media Productions in consultation with Wendall Parson, who is the co-winner of the reality show.

Tuku, Zimra partner for a worthy cause

In the true spirit of giving and sharing, superstar Oliver Mtukudzi has partnered with the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority to assist the less fortunate members of society. The award-winning "Tuku", as he is affectionately known by his legion of fans, wowed over 600 guests at the Zimra Charity Ball held last Friday, at a Harare hotel.

Aye’n soro’ by Zdon Paporrella ft Faze

Nigerian singer, Zdon Paporrella made a remarkable return to the Nigerian music scene with a hot and sizzling single, “Aye’n soro (Rise Again)”. In the song he features Faze. The song and the new music video with special appearances by Faze, Goldie, and Oyinkansola will not only make you want to dance, but will leave you feeling uplifted with its positive message.

I Would Never Act Nude For Anything– Juliet Ibrahim

Juliet Ibrahim

Being a professional actress, a mother, a wife, a beautiful breath-taking goddess and an entrepreneur sounds a lot like a daunting task. Yet, the young and beautiful Juliet Ibrahim , a top Ghollywood and Nollywood actress is able to carry on without much sweat. In this interview with Florence Amagiya, this diva reveals how she is able to cope with it all. Excerpts:

Macheso collaborates with Chimbetu

Alick Macheso

The growing relationship between Alick Macheso and Tryson Chimbetu could soon become one of the best combinations in sungura. The duo has cemented the relationship through a joint song that will be on Chimbetu’s upcoming album expected early next month.

In an interview with NewsDay Chimbetu said: “I feel fantastic and honoured working with Macheso and we have worked together on my upcoming album. “All our fans must expect an early Christmas present as this album is due to be released in two weeks. I haven’t really thought about the right title for the album but I will let you know as soon as we finalise that.

Big Brother Winner Wendall appointed blood ambassador

Big Brother Africa winner Wendall Parson has encouraged youths and other members of the public to donate blood this festive season, and in future, to help improve blood bank supplies.  Wendall was appointed National Blood Service Zimbabwe (NBSZ) ambassador at a cocktail and Christmas Campaign launch held at a Harare hotel recently.

Parson said he appreciated the importance of donating blood when his friends were involved in an accident in the past. Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe acting managing director Clifford Gobo announced his organisation will this festive season partner with NBSZ in its campaign.

Zimbabwean Monalisa Moyo Wins Miss Face of Africa Title

Zimbabwean 18 year old Monalisa Moyo won Miss Face of Africa UK 2011. Sonia Bott 21 from Zimbabwe was crowned First Princess and Shalom Kubwalo 24 from Malawi came as as Second Princess. The event took place at Nottingham Arts Theatre. 

Italy Honours Oliver Mtukudzi with prestigious Cavaliere of the Order of Merit Award

The government of Italy honoured Oliver Tuku Mtukudzi on November 25, 2011 with the prestigious Cavaliere of the Order of Merit award in recognition of his work as an international musician. This is an addition to the list of accolades that the great musician holds. Presented to Mtukudzi by the ambassador of Italy to Zimbabwe Stefano Moscatelli on behalf of the President of Italy, he becomes the first musician in Africa to receive the Cavaliere.“I dedicate the Cavaliere to Zimbabwe whose music is being recognised internationally,” Tuku said. He is also seen with his wife Daisy in purple and also some friends

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Girl carrying her brother somewhere down in Murewa (Courtesy of NewsDay)