Zimbabwean poet and comedian Andrew Manyika represented his country at the Tanta International Poetry Festival in Egypt, marking Zimbabwe's first appearance at the event. The festival, which ran from October 29 to November 1, gathered over 32 poets from around the world. Manyika, a member of Gourd of Consciousness Poetry, expressed that the festival was a valuable experience and that the connections made there would benefit the Zimbabwean poetry scene. He also mentioned his upcoming show in Harare and his achievements, including his debut poetry collection 'Man of Letters' and his performance at a sold-out event in Harare. The article was written by Khumbulani Muleya for NewsDay Life & Style.

The article by Khumbulani Muleya discusses the implications of Zimbabwe's proposed Patriotic Bill, which resembles the United States' Logan Act of 1799. The bill aims to criminalize citizens who criticize the government, which could impact opposition members, journalists, and NGOs. The author suggests that the bill's enforcement of patriotism could further damage Zimbabwe's international relations and human rights reputation. The bill is still in the proposal stage and requires a parliamentary majority to pass. Various perspectives are presented, including those of Dr. Ibbo Mandaza, who calls for a petition against the bill, political analyst Richard Mahomva, who sees it as providing a debate platform, and legal expert Nyasha Manhau, who believes it aligns with national ethos. The article questions whether the bill will lead to positive change or further isolate Zimbabwe.

The article by Khumbulani Muleya discusses the surge in Covid-19 infections in Zimbabwe, driven by variants such as Delta and Beta, which has led to the government imposing stricter lockdown measures, including a ban on intercity travel. The health delivery system in Zimbabwe is overwhelmed, and the pandemic is pushing many Zimbabweans into poverty, especially with the government's inability to provide social grants. Despite a progressive vaccination program, the vaccines are still investigational, and no cure for the variants has been found. Health officials encourage vaccination to prevent hospitalization and death. Citizens are concerned about the drastic measures affecting commuting and livelihoods, particularly in the context of Zimbabwe's pre-existing economic challenges.

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Afro jazz artist Hope Masike launched her second poetry book, 'Dzevabvazera', at Theatre in the Park in Harare, offering a collection of sensual poems as a Valentine's Day gift. The event included a live music concert, book reading, performances by Tanga wekwa Sando and Fadzai Katanda, and Masike's recitation of her poems with mbira music. The book, written in Shona with English overviews, addresses love and sexuality, topics often considered taboo in Zimbabwe. Masike was inspired by a book on writing erotica and aims to open discussions on sexual education. The launch also celebrated the African tradition of erotic poetry, with Masike's performance highlighting the joy and gratification of sex.

The classic Italian fairy-tale 'Pinocchio' has been translated into Shona, a language spoken in Zimbabwe, in a book titled 'Pinokiyo'. The translation was done by Elvas Mari, former director of the National Arts Council of Zimbabwe, and Ignatius Tirivangani Mabasa, a renowned writer and musician. The Italian Embassy in Harare donated over 1,000 copies of 'Pinokiyo' to the Zimbabwean Primary and Secondary Education ministry for distribution to 500 schools. The donation event, which also celebrated the sixth edition of the Italian Cuisine Week, featured cultural activities and was attended by various school representatives. The National Arts Council of Zimbabwe expressed hope that the book will inspire creativity among young readers.