Zim music 33 years ago

Fred Zindi Music
As the nation was celebrating 33 years of independence last Thursday and Friday, my mind flashed back to where it all began, on April 18 1980.
On the eve of independence 1980, Jamaican superstar Bob Nester Marley graced the occasion. He churned out songs from his “Survival” album, one of the tracks being

Vybz Kartel to release album from prison

VYBZ KARTEL’S status in dancehall is dwindling the longer he stays behind bars.However, members of his camp are working hard behind the scenes to ensure the “Dancehall Hero” stays relevant in a increasingly competitive environment.-

NSSA insists on mergers

Business Reporter
THE National Social Security Authority says it will not capitalise any banking institution in which it has interests, but will instead consider merging their operations.
Last year, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe raised minimum capital thresholds for commercial and merchant banks from US$12,5 million and US$10 million to US$100 million

Beitbridge into Citrus production project

The Beitbridge Rural District Council has entered into partnership with an Italian non-governmental organisation to fund a million-dollar worth of citrus production project in the Shashe area.

Coolie dance rhythm still in the mix

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The rhythm which featured songs from several top dancehall stars, including Bounty Killer, Sean Paul, Elephant Man, Mr Vegas and Vybz Kartel, was a huge success both locally

Ishawna, boyfriend open up

ISHAWNA says she was caught off guard when boyfriend Foota Hype popped the big question earlier this month.
“The event was about him so it took me off guard,” Ishawna said.The couple stopped by “OnStage” with Winford Williams this weekend for a candid interview.

Rita Dominic sends warning

THE rate at which sex tapes and naked pictures of young ladies have been floating online is alarming.
It is against this back drop that some celebrities have taken time off to advice young ladies on how to conduct themselves in relationships.

Cops close Snoop Lion’s 420 bash

SNOOP LION’S 420 Festival — a giant affair to celebrate all things cannabis -didn’t last long.The Hollywood Hills party started at 11am, but quickly got shut down after multiple neighbours around the mansion complained about the noise levels and consequent parking dilemmas.

Coolio arrested for assaulting baby mama

LEGENDARY rapper Coolio found himself behind bars last week for allegedly assaulting his girlfriend and baby mother. According to TMZ, Coolio pushed his girlfriend Anabella Chatman to the ground and punched her in the face in a domestic incident involving another woman.

Beenie Man to headline curry festival

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