adminCottco gig at Lavida Nightclub
Arts CorrespondentAS the countdown of the Cottco Schools Rugby begins rugby fans will be pleased to know that there is an official after-party gig at Lavida Nightclub in Helensvale.
Evonik Sound Management, the organisers of the after-party, said they have put together a spectacular line-up of club DJs to entertain music lovers.
Lauryn Hill clears air on financial woes
IN light of Lauryn Hill making headlines regarding her tax woes, the reclusive singer is slowly making her way back into the spotlight in what may seem like a negative light, but the talented music vet is optimistic, citing “an extensive healing process” as the reason for her issues becoming public and this new chapter in her life.
American Idol winner Fantasia honoured
ON Tuesday’s edition of the Singersroom-sponsored “LoveJonesNYC”, which honoured American Idol winner and soul veteran Fantasia, was filled with an abundance of spirituality and positivity.Deborah Cox counts her blessings
DEBORAH COX is counting her blessings after securing rave reviews for her role in the new Broadway production “Jekyll & Hyde,” which opened April 18 at the Marquis Theatre and will run for 13 weeks.O’Jays sue whiskey firm over TV advert
EDDIE LEVERT and Walter Williams, the two founding members of legend soul group The O’Jays, are saying, “for the love of money, gives us ours!”The group members are suing Crown Royal Whiskey for a TV advert which uses their hit “For the Love of Money,” only the commercial uses a rap on top of the funky, classic track.
Media key in combating climate change
KAMPALA. — The global effort to combat the impact of climate change can be realised if the media clearly educates and informs the general public and policy makers on the various adaptation and mitigation measures.
China assumes global leadership role
SYDNEY. — China is rapidly assuming a global leadership role on climate change alongside the United States, a new study said today, but it warned greenhouse gas emissions worldwide continue to rise strongly.
Reprieve for car dealers
Rumbidzayi Zinyuke in Bulawayo
THE Namibian Ports Authority says car dealers, agents and retailers can use an alternative route to bring in second-hand vehicles into the country after restrictions were imposed by Botswana on the movement of the cars on their roads.
MMCZ engages cutting, polishing firms
The Minerals Marketing Corporation of Zimbabwe says it has engaged international diamond cutting and polishing firms to set up shop in the country.MMCZ board chairperson Ambassador Christopher Mutsvangwa said the country, blessed with vast diamond reserves, was keen to set up a diamond polishing and cutting industry.
Freda Rebecca gold output up 37pc
Golden Sibanda Senior Business ReporterMWANA Africa Plc says gold production at its subsidiary Freda Rebecca Mine rose by 36,8 percent in the 12 months to March 30, 2013, reflecting minimal impact of a leach tank accident that affected operations late in the year.