Their single Dzandimomotera went gold and Tuku's first album followed, which was also a major success. He allowed them to perform at Club Mutanga (Pungwe) which, at the time, was the only night club available for blacks under Rhodesia's policy of segregation. They were given the rare opportunity by Paul Tangi Mhova Mkondo, an African nationalist and music promotor, who provided money and resources to the group. He began performing in 1977 when he joined the Wagon Wheels, a band that also featured Thomas Mapfumo and fellow guitarist James Chimombe. “Our strong relations with professionals, musicians/artists & fans has perpetuated us to a progressive movement and becoming a widely sought after brand in the UK and Abroad,” said Sibanda.Mtukudzi grew up in Highfield, a poor neighborhood in Salisbury (modern-day Harare) in Southern Rhodesia. “As always we promise to deliver & deliver on our promise, it can only be Icons Of Africa Promotions, thriving for excellence every time. The broadcaster Sibanda reiterated that people need to come early for such events to enjoy the performances to the fullest and get their tickets in advance to avoid inconveniences on the night of the performances.
They are true artists, they both love what they do, and express it effortlessly.
Many music lovers have a genuine admiration for Mtukudzi and Zahara works. She is truly one of Africa’s hidden treasures, the world needs to get acquainted with her beautiful music,” added Sibanda. The Shamiso pata pata hitmaker who enjoys the UK fan base support has been the most successful and most sought after African artist in the UK.Įzra Tshisa Sibanda said “Zahara means shining, and this lady is really a shining star. Tuku is expected to feature songs from his latest album “Mukombe Wemvura” and his classic hits from previous albums. Zahara & Mtukudzi will provide Southern African and Zimbabwean flair with Icons of Africa Promotions’ - event hosting experience needed on shows of such magnitude.Īs for Tuku the veteran singer has seen it all in music, won awards after awards the world over and has proven to be a fatherly figure to upcoming artistes. She has just won Metro FM Award for best selling downloads for her latest album ”Phendula” On, at the annual South African Music Awards, Zahara won eight awards, including “Best Female Artist” and “Album of the Year” for the album “Loliwe”. Unlike Fassie, who was considered to be wild and outrageous with very outspoken views about life in the townships, Zahara enjoys popularity with more gentle soulful songs such as “Lengoma’’, “Umthwalo”, “Incwadi Encane”, “Thekwana” and the album title track “Loliwe”.
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