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Songwriter and performer NaGuG has released her new song titled ‘Simuka’ which is a celebration of one’s culture and heritage.

On the project she enlisted the services of prolific industry gurus; multi-award winning Los Angeles-based producer, Pascal Guyon and multi award-winning choreographer, music producer and creative John Cole to direct the video.

Nagug says the song Simuka was based from a personal experience.

“As a diasporan, it is inevitable that after seeing the world, you begin to value your culture, history, and heritage much more,” she said.

 

Her years away from home helped her under the richness and value contained in the Zimbawe cultures and value system.

 

“The song Simuka is birthed from this experience. It's me speaking what I have grasped from the spirit of vanhu/Bantu which I have grown to acknowledge and understand better in my years of estrangement from home, over the years. Africa, particularly My Zimbabwe are a proud nation, wealthy in culture and resources, education and much more,” added NaGuG. 

 

The product is vibrant and full of life showing the cooperative work of Zimbabwean young people including, videographers, editors, costume designers/stylists, Dancers, Artists and Dreamers.

 

She stressed that this was proof our young are competent and professional in execution  of projects and that more opportunities should be outsourced to them to build their experience.

 

 

“The video of SIMUKA is amplifying the message of coming together of young people hence I outsourced it to 'young blood' , Zimbabwe's young and vibrant generation to amplify the message SIMUKA. I procured John Cole, known as best Dance choreographer and artist to direct  the project,” said the ZIMA 2022 nominated artist.

 

NaGuG which is an acronym for Nature, Advantage, Gem, Unique and Uncanny and Grand describes her music as soulful and captivating with lyrical depth, that evoke one's thoughts.

Some of her previous work include ‘Back to the Beginning’ and ‘EarthChild’ which were recorded at HubII studios and premixed by multi Grammy winning British Producer, Simon Gorgerly.

Watch Simuka below




Here is the full list of winners at the recently held 2022 National Arts Merit Awards in Harare, Zimbabwe. 

  1. DANCE AWARDS

Outstanding Female Dancer

Lorin Sibanda in  Footprints

Outstanding Male Dancer

Devante Sanganza     in  My Passion for dance

Outstanding Dance Choreographer

John Cole     in        Loyal

Outstanding Dance Group

Umkhathi Theatre in   Footprints

  1. VISUAL ARTS AWARDS

Outstanding 2 Dimensional Work

Domination by Joseph Nyakwenga

Outstanding 3 Dimensional

Nhumbu by Tatenda Gwarada

Outstanding Mixed Media

Do not destroy us by Rickson Zavare

  1. SPOKEN WORD AWARDS

Outstanding Poet

Obert Dube

Outstanding Comedian

Hidden Sibanda aka Mdawini

Distinct  Social Media Skits

Tarisai Cleopatra Chikocho aka Madam Boss

  1. MEDIA  AWARDS

Outstanding Journalist – Print

Sithokozile Sibanda    – Ilanga

Outstanding Journalist – Radio

Rumbidzayi Mugwira  aka Chamvary – Power FM

Outstanding Journalist – Television

Barney Mpariwa  ZBC

Outstanding  – Online Media

Amazing Voices – Nonkululeko Dube aka Amard

  1. THEATRE AWARDS

Outstanding Actor

Cadrick Musongwelwa in Deathbed

Outstanding Actress

Rumbidzai Karize in Deathbed

Outstanding Theatrical  Production

How are you really? by Vaviri Creative

Outstanding Director

Elizabeth Zaza Muchemwa in How are you really?

  1. LITERARY AWARDS

Outstanding First Creative Published Work

Bringing us back                   by Mercy Dhliwayo [Vhakololo Press]

Outstanding Children’s Book

The Cursing Tortoise by Onald Gwiriri [Essential Books Publishing Company]

Outstanding Fiction Book

All comes to Dust by  Bryony Rheam    [amaBooks]

Outstanding Poetry Book

For women Trying to breath and failing (It’s not your fault) by Batsirai Chigama   [Ntombekhaya Poetry]    

  1. FILM AND TELEVISION AWARDS

Outstanding Actor

Kumbilani Ncube  as Jonz in Ikasi: The Hood

Outstanding Actress

Bathabile Dlamini as Blessing in Poor Cousins

Outstanding Music Video

Rainmaker Directed by Kalai Faye Barlow ft. Djembe Monks

Outstanding Screen Production (Television)

Chipo the Gift  produced by Daves Guzha

Outstanding Screen Production (Short Length Film)

Ikasi: The Hood  Directed by Mzingaye Ngwabi

Outstanding Screen Production(Full Length Film)

Poor Cousins Directed by Sydney Taivavashe

  1. MUSIC AWARDS

Outstanding New Comer

Day Tawanda Ncube aka DT Bio Mudimba

Outstanding Female Musician

Janet Manyowa

Outstanding Male Musician

Simbarashe Carrington Chiwadzwa aka Nutty O

Outstanding Song 

Hello Mwari by Rodney Mashandure aka Jah Master 

Outstanding Album   

Mustard Seed by Simbarashe Carrington Chiwadzwa  aka Nutty O

  1. SPECIAL AWARDS

Outstanding Artist In The Diaspora

Arnold Tongai Chirisa

Promoter Of The Year

Gateway Stream

Consistent Supporter Under Covid-19 

Nash TV

Arts Service Award

National Gallery of Zimbabwe

Lifetime Achievement  

Mechanic Manyeruke 

Source – NATIONAL ARTS COUNCIL OF ZIMBABWE

 

James Manyika now in charge of finding out tech's impact on society for Google (pic: Getty/NYT)

Google has appointed Zimbabwean-American James Manyika, the head of McKinsey Global Institute, to be the company’s first Senior VP of Technology and Society.

The position will report to Alphabet and Google CEO Sundar Pichai and focuses on how tech affects society.

“I’m thrilled that James Manyika will be joining Google’s leadership team,” Pichai said in a statement. “He’s spent decades working at the intersection of technology and society and has advised a number of businesses, academic institutions and governments along the way.”

A Google spokesperson said Manyika’s role works on “shaping and sharing” the company’s view on the way tech affects society, the economy and the planet. His areas of focus include the future of work, sustainability and the impact of AI.

Big Tech has long faced accusations that it’s a detriment to society, and Google thinks it can address those criticisms more directly. Manyika will help explore tech’s impact on society and shape the firm’s points of view on subjects including AI, the future of work, sustainability and other areas that could make a significant difference.

Manyika has spent 28 years at McKinsey, which helps companies and governments (including tech leaders) make decisions based on economic and cultural trends like those Google hopes to address. He also serves on the boards of research institutes at Harvard, MIT, Oxford, Stanford and other top-tier schools. If anyone is likely to be aware of tech’s broader effects on the world, it’s him.

Google’s move certainly isn’t surprising. It comes as the company is facing a host of antitrust lawsuits, increasingly tougher regulations and protests over its treatment of employees. There are also claims Google and Big Tech haven’t done enough to fight misinformation and are eroding privacy. The new executive won’t necessarily adjust all of Google’s behavior, but he could provide a more informed perspective that reduces the chances of a cultural or political backlash. __ Protocol/eGadget



The 4th edition of The Glam Awards has been postponed until further notice.

The awards show which is popularly known for honouring Zimbabwean youths has taken a cue from the announcements by World Health Organisation, the state and the media brought upon by the Coronavirus.

In a statement by the awards president Albert Chigiya, nominees, fans, media and other stakeholders have been notified that the awards show has reached an agreement with stakeholders to postpone the show until #Covid_19 has stabilised.

"The show aims to play its part in this pandemic by spreading the relevant information on how to stop the spread of the virus," said Chigiya.

The voting system will be closed today (25/03/2020) and winners will be picked and have their names branded on the accolades.

All the nominees should keep their invites and also those who had bought tickets should also keep their tickets so that they can gain entrance when a new date has been set.

The show organisers also thanked the fans and sponsors for their support in understanding the tough decision to postpone the show.

In light of the #Covid_19 pandemic, please stay at home and exercise all precautionary measures from the World Health Organisation.



1. SPOKEN WORD AWARDS

Outstanding Poet
Tanaka Effort Chuma                    
Sithembile Siqhoza Ndebele aka Zingizwanizinja
Tatenda Murigo

Outstanding Comedian
Learnmore Mwanyenyeka aka Long John
Hubert Dumisani Ndlovu aka MaForty
Andrew Manyika

2. LITERARY ARTS AWARDS

Outstanding First Creative Published Book
Hatiponi by Oscar Gwiriri [Progressive Booksellers & Publishers]
A People’s Fight by Fradreck Hombiro [Hombiro Media Company]
Nharo Dzemusango by Chenjerai Mazambani  [Bhabhu Books]
Special Mention
Ensukwini Zalamhla by Onesimo Mpofu [Onesimo Mpofu]

Outstanding Children’s Book
Songs of the Little Creatures by Phumulani Chipandambira [Chipandambira Archives]
Chitima Nditakure by Oscar Gwiriri [Progressive Booksellers & Publishers]
Kuku Wins the President’s Clean Environment Award by Aleck Kaposa [Essential Books Publishing Company]

Outstanding Fiction Book
Shasha Dzokurera by Marcilyn Mugariri    [Marcilyn Mugariri]
Chasing the Wind by Phillip Chidavaenzi [Royalty Books]
Out of Darkness, Shining Light by Petina Gappah      [Scribner]

Outstanding Poetry Book
Rhyme and Resistance by Stanley Mushava  [Underclass books and Films]
Under My Skin by Prince Rayanne Chidzvondo    [Prince Rayane Chidzvondo]
Agringanda Like a Gringa Like a Foreigner by Tariro Ndoro [Modjaji Books]
Special Mention
Nhambetambe by Phumulani Chipandamira  [Chipandambira Archive]

3. THEATRE AWARDS

Outstanding Actor
Ronald Madodana Sigeca in Imbokodo
Anthony Mazhetese in The Gang Leader
Ngonidzashe  Chikowore in Inside out
Liberty Mwenje Mthole in Inside out 

Outstanding Actress
Davina Green in The Gang leader
Charmaine Mudau in Imbokodo
Agnes Ncube in Imbokodo

Outstanding Theatrical Production
The Gang Leader by Zim Theatre Academy
Bongile by Chiedza Makwara
Imbokodo by Nhimbe Trust

Outstanding Director
Yeukai Yvonne Chandiposha of Bongile
Teddy Mangawa of Gang Leader
Norbert Makoche of Imbokodo

4. DANCE AWARDS

Outstanding Female Dancer
Michelle Msopero in Sobahle
Lynsey  Nyamakwenje in Infinite Possibilities 
Dadirai Mupandawana in Ezimnyama Dance Group 

Outstanding Male Dancer
Tawanda Tanaka Fireyi in My journey to the International Scene
Tichaona Chikara in Hero’s +
Selemani Mpochi aka Majuice in Ochestra Mberikwazvo 

Outstanding Dance Group
No nominees

Outstanding Choreographer
No nominee

5. VISUAL ARTS AWARDS

Outstanding 2 Dimensional Work
Cyclone Idai where is Mommy? by Calvin Chimutuwah
Revolutionary Freshness by Talent Kapadza
Focusing on Green Economy by Webster Mubayirenyi

Outstanding 3 Dimensional Work
My Sister Loves Me by Rufaro Murenza
Ancestral Family by Nichodimus T. Mutasa
Tribute to the mother of generations by Stanley Mutanga

Outstanding Mix Media Work
Kurima Hohwa by Victor Nyakauru
Distorted History by Anthony Bumhira
Rehab Queen by Calvin Chimutuwah

Outstanding Exhibition
Pieces for Peace, Pieces, Revolutionary Freshness   by  Talent Kapadza & Schuma Herscovitz 
Purple by Calvin and Prudence Chimutuwah
Engaging the 45th by Helen Leroys  

6. FILM AND TELEVISION AWARDS

Outstanding Actress
Charmaine Mudau as  Bonke in  Another wedding
Antoinette Sango as Thandi in Mandla
Sarah Mpofu Sibanda as Thalitha in Home Affairs 

Outstanding Actor 
Godfrey Chivese as Mile in The Call
Brian Chitongo as Mandimutsa in Kuchina the Genesis
Percy Soko as Mandla in Mandla

Outstanding Music Video
Tichichema Produced by Edible Elevens ft. Ammara Brown
Sunshine City Produced by Kalai Faye Barlow ft.  Flying Bantu
Kure (remix) Produced by Kudzai Maneswa ft. Ishan
Bless Produced by Kalai Faye Barlow ft Ammy and The Calamities

Outstanding Screen Production (Television Series)
Muzita Rababa Directed by Shem Zemura
Dudzai Directed by Farai Mungoshi
Mandla Directed by Solomon Mandaza
Special mention
Pink and Purple Directed by Mthabisi Onias Ndlovu

Outstanding Screen Production - Short Film
Redefining the Road Directed by Tapiwa Gambira
The Call Directed by Godfrey Chivese
Home Affairs Directed by Elton Sibanda

Outstanding Screen Production -  Full Length Film
S’mbimbindo 3 Directed by Von Tavaziva
Stay with Me Directed  by Nick Zemura
$400 Directed by Kudzai Chikomo

7. MEDIA AWARDS
Outstanding Journalist – Print
Kundai Marunya - Herald
Prince Tungamirai Mushawevato - Sunday Mail
Tafadzwa Kachiko - Newsday

Outstanding Journalist – Radio
Anesu Masamvu - ZiFM
Yvonne Tivatye - Star FM
Thulani Munyandu - National  FM

Outstanding Journalist - Television
Patience Nyagato - ZBC
Alexio Gwenzi - ZBC
Masceline Bondamakara - ZBC

Outstanding Online Media
Zimcelebs 
Zimbojam
3 Men on a Boat

8. MUSIC AWARDS

Outstanding Newcomer
Isheanesu Chigagura aka Ishan
Panganayi Hare
Ngonidzashe Dondo aka King 98

Outstanding Female Musician
Thamsanqa Moyo aka Tammy Moyo
Janet Manyowa
Ammara Brown

Outstanding Male Musician
Wallace Chirumiko aka Winky D
Darlington Katsetsa aka Mambo Dhuterere
Tinashe Gonzara aka Ti Gonzi

Outstanding Album
Uhuru by Willis Kachambwa aka Willis Wataffi
Dare Guru by Darlington Katsetsa aka Mambo Dhuterere
Gango by Energy Chizanga aka Freeman

Outstanding Song
Ngaibake by Freeman ft Alick Macheso
Kure by Ishan ft Ti Gonzi
Mugarden by Winky D ft Gemma Griffiths
Mweya Ndisesekedze by Mambo Dhuterere

9. SPECIAL AWARDS
Promoter of the Year
D & G Promotions
Big Scale Entertainment
Ngoma NeHosho

Artist in the Diaspora
Vusa Mkhaya 
Tapfuma Charles Katedza aka Charlie Kay
Gemma Griffiths
Norah Chipaumire

Lifetime achievement award 
Mbuya Stella Chiweshe 

PEOPLE'S CHOICE AWARD
Winky D 

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