Will Zim ever go international?
Thomas Mapfumo, who lives in the US has not made an international name there. His last concert in Bimingham, UK in August attracted mostly Zimbabweans who are based there.
By Fred Zindi
Nov. 30, 2025
In the groove: How music is a catalyst for social change
Music is an essential aspect of all human civilisations and has the power to emotionally, morally, and culturally affect society.
By Fred Zindi
Aug. 24, 2025
Creatives speak on Heroes Day
Creatives have a vital role to play in shaping this evolving narrative through music, film, poetry, visual arts and theatre.
By Tendai Sauta
Aug. 11, 2025
Thomas Mapfumo in final United Kingdom performance
The iconic musician, affectionately known as Mukanya, will share the stage with his protégé, Kurai Makore.
By Style Reporter
Jun. 29, 2025
Why music from your young days was top tier
I thought to myself that these are the names that were trending between 1980 and 1990. None of the over 40s mentioned names that are trending in today’s popular music.
By Fred Zindi
Dec. 22, 2024
Mapfumo demands return of seized vehicles
Speaking to Standard Style from his United States base, Mapfumo alleged that the 2000 accusations of buying stolen BMWs were unfounded.
By Sindiso Dube
Aug. 25, 2024
Dinyero laments the manner DeMbare pushed him out
He had to pack his bags and joined the Thomas Mapfumo-owned club, Sporting Lions and helped save the team from relegation.
By Admire Jamu-Mlambo
Jul. 14, 2024
Visual artist Chiurai spins the wheel at Vinyl Festival
Chiurai admits that the diverse assortment of his library opens up a vacancy for an independent curator when an opportunity to carry out an exhibition comes.
By Tendai Sauta
May. 28, 2024
Sir Wicknell: Poorest man in Zim
Is Chivayo really pleased and proud with himself that his masters in the Zimbabwean regime hounded a legend like Mapfumo out of his own country?
By Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Apr. 2, 2024
