Zim music 33 years ago
Fred Zindi MusicAs 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
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Business ReporterTHE 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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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.


