THE National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (Nacz) yesterday announced the list of nominees for the for the 17th National Arts Merit Awards (Nama) edition set to be held on February 17 at Reps Theatre. Below is the full list of nominees. SPOKEN WORD AWARDS Outstanding Poet Tinashe Tafirenyika Shingirai Manyengavana Mercy Dhliwayo Special Mention Takesure…
National Arts Merit Awards (Nama) nominees announced
Zimbabwea Sculptors celebrate Art through the 2017 BROCK Awards
BY SIMBARASHE RUSSEL SIYAKURIMA Great exuberance and zeal was kindled amongst Zimbabwean sculptors nation-wide by the ‘2017 BROCK AWARD’ hosted by Artistic Africa in conjunction with and at the Chitungwiza Arts Centre from the 8th to the 15th of December 2017. For the very first time, such an auspicious occasion was hosted in Zimbabwe, rallying behind the theme,…
Open Invitation to the meeting with the Minister of Sport, Arts and Recreation at the Chitungwiza Arts Centre – 16th January
The Ministry of Sport, Arts and Recreation and the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) is cordially inviting Artists, Arts Organizations and Associations and Arts Promoters to attend the Minister Meet the Artists Forum to be held at Chitungwiza Arts Centre in Chitungwiza. The Minister of Sport, Arts and Recreation Honourable Kazembe Kazembe is on…
New Begins
A gift of gold is expensive. A gift of money is well appreciated, but the gift of being alive is priceless. Only the alive celebrate it. As the cloud stands without a pillar, the ocean moves without an engine, the rain falls without a pump, so will your source of blessing be a mystery to…
19th century pictures of British colonisation of Zimbabwe.
Fascinating photos have been released showing military life in Rhodesia now Zimbabwe, at the end of the 19th century. The pictures taken by photographer W. Rausch,were taken between 1896 and 1900 when Cecil Rhodes was establishing British control in Zimbabwe during the ‘Scramble for Africa when European nations were vying for control of the continent and…
Poetry
In an effort to promote the written word we shall be featuring regular poetry contributions. If you are a poet and would like to be featured do get in touch with us on our contacts page. To our audience please tell us what you think of the poems in our comments sections. Happy reading folks…
New Stone Sculptures by Andamiyo Chihota and Tawanda Mashaya
Artist Profiles: Andamiyo Chihota Tawanda Mashaya Featured Random Products: Meditation Morning Song Birds Glorious Abstract Stone Bird Contemplating about my future Guess what I have for you
New Posts: 15 New Products from 7 artists online
Featured Artists: Maliti Kaunda Itai Mupumha; Peter Gwisa; Dereck Fombe; Brighton Tendayi; Aleck Jacob; Ronnie Nyamhunga Featured Random Products: Dancers Contemplating about the Future Abstract Soaring Eagle Scratching bird Rhinocerous
Swedish embassy donates $1.35m to the Zimbabwe arts sector
The government of Sweden through its embassy in Zimbabwe has pledged to donate $1.35m via the Culture Fund. The Culture Fund is a local NGO that promotes the development of the arts. Its mandate is also to reduce gender violence, combat child marriage and promote environmental awareness. The Scandinavian nation entered into agreement with the…
Nyaude Exposes Social Ills Through Art
Talented visual artist Gresham Nyaude said he is ready to excel and change the face of the local arts industry through his works. The 29-year-old artist said he draws his inspiration from day to day activities that take place in Mbare where he resides and surrounding areas. “I am a person who grew up in…
