Did you know that the song “Shosholoza” originated in Zimbabwe? Although it’s now a popular South African song and sports anthem, it was a traditional miners’ song. Zimbabwean (then Rhodesian) miners would sing the call-and-response style refrain whilst on the trains to … Continued
There are few words to express how I feel about the passing of a man who has changed the course of history. Nelson Mandela was a man of stirring words, but his actions were far more powerful. He was no … Continued
A happy, summery video that brings a tap to my toes. The bright Cape Town setting is perfect for this video – what a great city! Mann Friday, led by Zimbabwean Rob Burrell, have recently signed a deal with V2 Benelux … Continued
Today is Zimbabwe’s 33rd birthday, which is a fitting time to play a cheesy but patriotic song. Henry Olonga’s Our Zimbabwe ticks all the boxes. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXY6nsDP4i0 It feels like Henry Olonga needs no introduction, but here it is: He was … Continued
When Tapiwa “Taps” Mugadza was just two days old, he was left on the doorstep of an orphanage in Harare, Zimbabwe. He spent his later childhood at St Joseph’s Home for Boys, living through the struggles of being an orphan in … Continued
I don’t know about you, but I’ve had an exhausting week. This song feels just right: slow, soothing and heart-wrenching at the same time. Thank you, Cynthia! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_YdkwMRhX3E Her song is a cover of Oliver Mtukudzi’s original. I think she’s … Continued
We may need some good news this weekend, so here’s some Zimbabwean gospel to keep us going. I found this video a while ago on Youtube and I think it has a happiness factor is 10 out of 10. I … Continued
Okay, I’m going to lay my cards on the table and start with a disclaimer: cheesy (but great!) song coming up. Hailing from Masvingo, Zimbabwe, Bkay and Kazz won the UK Live & Unsigned competition in 2007. Although they now … Continued
Andy Brown passed away this month, so it’s only fitting that this weekend song is dedicated to him. ‘Mapurisa’ is his most famous single – always guaranteed to get Zimbabweans on the dancefloor. Brown was nicknamed ‘Muzukuru’ by his fans, … Continued
Happy weekend, everyone! It’s a sunny day here in Oxford – the warmest it’s been this year. I can’t help but be in a good mood when the sun’s out. Days like this remind me how blue skies are taken … Continued
