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When Three Sevens Clash – a new testament for non-fiction creative writing. A book review by Nyadzombe Nyampenza
South African writer and jazz critic Gwen Ansell describes the writing as ‘gorgeous’ while commending the book for its ‘intelligent, challenging discourse.’
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza
Oct. 13, 2024
A review of A Quiet Place: Day One: A horror film with a heart of gold
The film was preceded by A Quiet Place II which was released 3 years before the current one in order to flesh out the first instalment also released three years before.
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza
Nov. 3, 2024
How Chapungu Sculpture Park got its groove back. An institutional review by Nyadzombe Nyampenza
The venue is an internationally renowned location on Doon Estate, along Harrow Road in Msasa.
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza
Nov. 24, 2024
Nyadzombe Nyampenza reviews Family Riots, a play that exposes fractured human relations in a time of economic crisis
Her view reflects a common sentiment by many who watched the over one-hour long performance of the play during its run from November 15.
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza
Dec. 8, 2024
Byo-based Aasha takes on Harare art scene
Aasha’s latest body of work is made up of paintings in acrylic and oil paint on canvas.
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza
Dec. 13, 2024
Chitungwiza artists end 2024 with a promising exhibition
During a quiet moment on the exhibition opening day a grizzled old man casually shuffled in as if coming from nowhere.
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza
Jan. 7, 2025
The enchanted, youthful audacity of Chokuwamba’s art
Since his debut solo exhibition, the artist has shown his work at many top shows, including FNB Art Joburg and Kuvhunura at The Blachère Foundation in Apt, France.
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza
Jun. 2, 2025
In The Lost Lands: An atypical love story
The fantasy genre film received generally low ratings. In a damning review film critic Giovanni Lago
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza
Jun. 22, 2025
Unique exhibition evokes deep experience of art
A similar exhibition concept was applied by the late, internationally renowned curator Olabisi (Bisi) Silva through a pop-up project she dubbed The Gallery of Small Things (GoST).
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza
Jun. 24, 2025
Dzemudanga: A reflection on brotherhood and ambition
Dzemudanga can be read as a story of how fate endowed three brothers with a similar gift, and challenged them to navigate around each other’s ambitions.
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza
Aug. 10, 2025
Chamba Chamakolo, a family show with deep mystical roots
Gule Wamkulu, which in Chewa means ‘the great dance,’ is an ancient practice performed by the Nyau secret society of the Chewa ethnic tribe from Malawi.
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza
Nov. 2, 2025
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