The sungura derby: Strategic retreat or respectful deference?
The rivalry or perceived competition between Mark Ngwazi and Alick Macheso has become one of the most talked-about narratives in contemporary sungura music.
By Sindiso Dube
May. 10, 2026
From free beer to the altar: Harare has all the plans this weekend
The Castle Tankard — an institution since 1960 — takes over Borrowdale Racecourse for a star-studded live music showcase running from 11am to 730pm.
By Valentine Maya
May. 9, 2026
Macheso leads stellar entertainment at Castle Tankard 66th edition
Zimbabwe’s premier cultural showcases
By Tendai Sauta
May. 8, 2026
Sungura: Dead or just forgotten?
The name “Sungura,” which means rabbit in Shona, became associated with the genre in the late 1970s and early 1980s.
By Style Reporter
Mar. 8, 2026
Should music be like any other business?
For the past 30 years or so, the board has changed manpower, but the secretariat office staff including the recently departed Polisile Ncube had remained in office.
By Fred Zindi
Feb. 22, 2026
Macheso takes annual break to focus on farming
Speaking to Standard Style, Makahamadze said the annual break was part of the musician’s long-standing routine of recharging away from the limelight.
By Style Reporter
Jan. 11, 2026
When a flying machine stole the glamour amid tears and grief
Many used to see it flying and could not make head or tail, but this time, it landed on their soil.
By Emison Haripindi
Jan. 10, 2026
Farewell to towering and humble creative genius
Most of us relied on local bars or the few ‘enlightened’ villagers with radios to discover new music.
By Takemore Mazuruse
Dec. 14, 2025
Macheso, musicians mourn Madzibaba
His death stirred deep emotions across the country, with fellow musicians, fans and protégés expressing heartfelt grief while lifting him high as a hero whose influence will endure for generations.
By Tendai Sauta
Dec. 13, 2025
The sungura derby: Strategic retreat or respectful deference?
Standard Style
By Sindiso Dube
May. 10, 2026
