adminLebese died of ‘Aids-related complications’
The family of the late Thabang Lebese has revealed the cause of his death.Lebese died more than a week ago, and his mother Florence Lebese has now released a statement confirming that the former Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates midfielder died of “Aids-related complications”.
EDITORIAL COMMENT: Desist from politicising $40m fund
WHEN Government announced that it had set aside $40 million for the revival of Bulawayo industries, many applauded as this was viewed as a panacea to the problems bedevilling not only Bulawayo, but the entire Matabeleland region.Government defends mining fees
The recent increase in mining fees was aimed at discouraging and making it costly to hold a claim for speculative purposes, Mines and Mining Development Permanent Secretary, Mr Prince Mupazviriho, has said.Gold production expected to rise
Business ReporterThe firming of gold prices on the international market will spur production of the metal in the country, a stock-broking firm has said.
“Volatility in the currency market saw gold prices surging to historic highs in the past few weeks in a development that could drive local production,” said Kingdom Stock Brokers (KSB) in a commentary.
Corporate governance conference set for Bulawayo
Business ReporterAn investment advisory firm, Pipe Spring Marketing, will this month hold a corporate governance and management conference to promote ethical business practices.
In an interview yesterday, the Bulawayo-based organisation’s chief executive Mr Ndawo Khumalo said the conference was being held in the city as part of their supportive role to stakeholders’ call to revive economic activity in the city.
Maskiri’s Recovery
Entertainment ReporterURBAN grooves artiste Alishias “Maskiri” Musimbe is set to work with local artistes on his next project titled The Recovery.
The artiste described Bulawayo as a focal point to replenish and work on his next project without any disturbances.
In an interview, Maskiri said his musical career has reached a turning point.
Inkondlo 2 on the way
Entertainment ReporterBulawayo’s urban grooves musician, Otis Ngwabi, is set to release his second album titled Inkondlo 2 which he believes will offer fans something good to listen to.
The artiste who has been out of the scene for some time, curtain-raised for South African singing sensation Zahara at a family show held at Bulawayo Athletic Club (BAC) at the weekend.
Website set to promote arts, culture
Entertainment ReporterA BULAWAYO-based clothing company, DA-Grape-Vine, has embarked on a project that will see the promotion of local artistes via the Internet.
Jermaine, Whitney had year-long affair
It has been claimed that Jermaine Jackson had a year-long affair with the late Whitney Houston while still married to his first wife Hazel Gordy.Review of draft constitution complete
Harare BureauCOPAC co-chairpersons and technical experts have completed reviewing the first draft of the proposed new constitution.