Is Zimbo-rock dead?
All these groups were inspired by the rock music they were subjected to before Independence.
By Fred Zindi
Aug. 30, 2026
Kurai Makore drops Mapfumo covers, embraces own music
Stepping onto the stage at Feli Nandi’s record-breaking show at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC), Makore showcased his growth as an independent artist.
By Sindiso Dube
Aug. 23, 2026
US$1,5m temptation: Will Mapfumo break his silence
He pledged US$1,5 million for Mapfumo to perform at Jah Prayzah’s anticipated wedding in August and at Chivayo’s birthday celebrations.
By Style Reporter
Jul. 12, 2026
Mteki tipped for Chivayo's US$1.5m pledge
The pledge has sparked debate on social media, with some questioning whether the offer should instead go to cultural ambassadors who have consistently promoted Zimbabwe.
By Style Reporter
Jul. 7, 2026
Mukanya farewell show in doubt
However, Standard Style established that authorities, including the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) have not been notified of the planned show, raising further doubts about its status.
By Style Reporter
Apr. 5, 2026
Winky D, pop and politics of civic space
This is not unprecedented in Zimbabwe’s history. Music has always been political. Chimurenga songs mobilised communities during the liberation struggle.
By Tracy Mutowekuziva
Mar. 27, 2026
Mukanya vows Harare farewell gig will go ahead
Mapfumo dismissed suggestions that he was struggling financially or dependent on his wife and daughter for survival in the United States.
By Style Reporter
Feb. 15, 2026
Zimbabwe has become a nation afraid of its own greatness
In Zimbabwe, ambition is doubted before it is celebrated, excellence is framed as arrogance, and progress is interpreted as betrayal.
By Mthulisi ‘khulugatsheni’ Ndlovu
Jan. 29, 2026
Shone makes history, redefines hip-hop in Zim
Shone recently made history by becoming the first Zimbabwean musician to perform before more than half a million people.
By Tendai Sauta
Jan. 12, 2026
