Online Reporter
Trust Khosa
Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub
AFTER a horrific and nightmarish festive season marred by the actions of serial murder, attempted murder and rape suspect Anymore Zvitsva in Guruve, Mashonaland Central Province, Kurai Makore is set to help heal the grieving souls in the area with a “cleansing” ceremony next week.
The 38-year-old Chimurenga heir apparent hails from Guruve but has been feeling uncomfortable meeting his locals, as Zvitsva has unsettled the community, allegedly killing and raping people indiscriminately.
Zvitsva has also been linked to the murder of over 18 people, with further investigations by the police revealing major shocking revelations.
For Makore, coming to terms with the death of his fellow villagers, has made it challenging for anyone to enjoy the festive season.
The only way he has decided to comfort the people of Guruve is through an upcoming “cleansing” bira, which comes in the form of a rare double alongside Progress Chipfumo at Guruve Hotel on February 28.
To some, this might seem like an ordinary show and homecoming party for Makore, but his camp played an important role in psyching him up.
Makore, who was appointed as the head of Makore Village while in Form 2 by his uncle under the jurisdiction of Chief Chipuriro, was reportedly hurting and planning to perform in his area once Zvitsva was arrested.
Now that Zvitsva has been arrested and is still linked to other gruesome murders, attempted murders and rape cases, Makore’s camp noted that it was high time for their boss to visit his home area and meet the village elders.
His manager and most trusted lieutenant, Precious Nyandoro, told Zimpapers Arts and Entertainment Hub that the February 28 Guruve visit was special for Makore’s well-being.
“We had planned to perform in Guruve later this year, on the condition that Zvitsva was arrested, because we didn’t want our fans to be harassed on their way from our shows by this monster,” she shared.
“Kurai, who has a strong connection to his roots as a village head and traditional leader, was grossly affected during the build-up to the festive season and for the greater part of the holidays, as he wanted to perform in his area. It was impossible for him to perform for people who were mourning, but now that Zvitsva has been nabbed, we can proceed to hold a series of engagements in his area.”
Nyandoro revealed that Makore’s management had to sit down with the “Manhanga Matete” singer and provide him with wise counsel to ensure he remained in the right frame of mind.
“We have a special advisory council that is helping Kurai Makore with every decision he makes before going public. As a council, we weighed the merits and demerits of performing in Guruve at a time when the whole area had become a no-go zone,” she stated.
The affable events management guru firmly believes that the time is right for him to bring cheer to the people of Guruve. “Now that he has settled and is in the right frame of mind, Makore can perform and meet the elders.
With the blood that has been shed, there is also a need for cleansing the area, and this process can be led by the elders. As one of the traditional leaders, his input is essential,” she stressed.
“It is our hope that he will also meet some of the bereaved families who have lost loved ones. By comforting these families face to face, it will be a plus for the singer.”
Nyandoro added:
“I would like to thank all our fans from various social media platforms who have been giving Kurai Makore strength as he mourns some of his peers.
“His area has become a dungeon of death, but we can only thank the law enforcement agents who moved swiftly to end the mass murders of innocent souls. Socially, Zvitsva made night-life uncomfortable in the area, and vulnerable school children and some members of the community were living in fear.”
Now that Makore is set to meet his locals after a bloody festive season, many hope he will also have the opportunity to bring cheer to the people of Guruve and its environs, who endured a bleak Christmas. His visit will undoubtedly be a “painkiller” for many of his peers, supported by Chipfumo, a prolific guitarist who has seen it all in showbiz.
There is no better way for Makore to retreat to his roots for a noble cause as an influencer, entertainer and traditional leader.
After all, Makore has been well established in the local showbiz landscape following the endorsement of his uncle and Chimurenga music legend, Thomas “Mukanya” Mapfumo, who is based in the United States.
Musically, Makore, who has less than 10 years at the helm of the Black Lions Band, has never disappointed.
As a former bus conductor and Mbare hustler, he learnt to work hard after the deaths of his mother, Sosonia Nyamutumbu, in 2000, and his father, Dominic, in 2005.
He was auditioned by Suluman Chimbetu live at Eastpoint (formerly Jazz 105) in 2019 and passed the test.
In 2020, he released his debut album, “Gara Unzwe,” which quickly garnered acclaim.
His breakthrough came in 2022 with the release of his second album, “Ngoma Kurira,” further enhancing his profile as a recording artiste. His latest album, “Dzimwe Nguva,” was released last year and coincided with Mukanya’s 80th birthday.
He has also held a series of tours both regionally and internationally, with the United Kingdom and South Africa among his destinations.
