The Mbira Centre

25/07/2026

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22/07/2026

The year 2026 may well be the only year in which 2 mbira books by two currently practicing and gifted Zimbabwean mbira exponents published in the same year.

Congratulations to Hope Masike - "Mbira Mberi - For God so loved Zimbabwe that he gave it Mbira" ISBN 978-1-1-77932-410-8 and, Othnell Moyo "MATEPE, Book1 - A Thunderstorm in the Deze, Echo of the Ancestors" - ISBN 978-1-77932-505-1.

May these two Gwenyambiras inspire others in Zimbabwe's mbira fraternity to add their contributions to mbira scholarship.

The two book are a significant addition to mbira heritage. Buy a copy. Great additions to your bookshelf. You won't be disappointed.

Please share far and Wide!🙏🏾

Makorokoto! Amhlope!👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👍🏾🙏🏾

Hope Masike
Othnell Mangoma Moyo

21/07/2026

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Seven nations. Two days. One unforgettable cultural experience.
Join us at the Asia Cultural Festival 2026 and discover the flavours, stories and traditions of China, India in Zimbabwe (Embassy of India, Harare), IndonesiainHarare Embassy of Japan in Zimbabwe /在ジンバブエ日本国大使館 Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Zimbabwe - 주 짐바브웨 대한민국 대사관 Embassy of Malaysia Harare and Embassy of Pakistan in the heart of Harare.
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18/07/2026

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09/07/2026

16/06/2026

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Today, we mourn the loss of Abdullah Ibrahim (1934-2026).

The Cape Town International Jazz Festival is deeply saddened by the passing of Abdullah Ibrahim, one of South Africa’s most revered cultural icons and a giant of the global jazz community.

We are especially honoured to have been part of the final chapter of his extraordinary musical journey. On 27 March 2026, Abdullah Ibrahim delivered his final public performance on the Rosies Stage at the CTIJF; a moment that will forever remain part of our festival’s history. His relationship with the festival spanned many years, having also performed in 2004 as the Abdullah Ibrahim Trio and in 2014 with Ekaya.

Born in District Six, his music carried the spirit of our city to audiences around the world. His legacy lives on through the generations of musicians he inspired and the timeless body of work he leaves behind.

We extend our deepest condolences to his partner Dr Marina Umari, family, friends and colleagues. Rest in peace, Abdullah Ibrahim. Your music will continue to resonate for generations to come. 🕊️🎹