Beatrice Materu

Africa, Dar es Salaam

Special Correspondent and Sub-Editor, The Citizen Newspaper at Nation Media Group

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Diamond Platnumz weds Zuchu in intimate yet private Islamic ceremony

4 days ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

Dar es Salaam. Tanzanian music superstar Diamond Platnumz quietly tied the knot with fellow Wasafi-signed artiste Zuchu in a traditional Islamic wedding held in April 2025, according to insiders. Sources reveal the ceremony was officiated by Sheikh Walid Kawambwa, the Regional Sheikh of Dar es Salaam and attended only by close family and friends. The news surfaced shortly after Diamond posted a striking photo on Instagram.
DJ Joozey and Hamisa Mobetto head to munich for UEFA champions league final

6 days ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

What you need to know:The duo joins top sports analysts Maulid Kitenge and Shaffih Dauda on an exclusive trip organized under Heineken's Cheers to the Hardcore Fans initiative. Dar es Salaam. Tanzanian entertainment stars, DJ Joozey and Hamisa Mobetto have secured a coveted opportunity to attend the UEFA Champions League Final live in Munich, Germany.
Cassie said ‘Namaste’ to the nonsense-eventually

1 week ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

Since love is in the air and court transcripts are flying through it… Let’s talk about this too. So, Diddy’s trial is doing what Twitter threads have been trying to do for years: spill the real tea. And we’re not just talking “he said, she said. ” We’re talking full-blown ‘freak-off’ fiesta files, the kind of stuff that makes you side-eye your phone and then go repent. But let’s get straight to it.
A Day To Remember EP: Jux’s Love Story In Seven Songs

1 week ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

You could say 2025 is Juma Jux’s year, for the Tanzanian R&B star has turned personal milestones into public moments of joy, beginning with his fairy-tale wedding to Nigerian model Priscilla Ojo, now known as Hadiza Mkambala. Their love story unfolded in a series of dazzling, cross-cultural celebrations that captivated fans across Africa from the vibrant streets of Lagos to the heart of Dar es Salaam.
Harmonize teases new music snippet featuring AY

1 week ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

Tanzanian music sensation Harmonize has stirred a wave of curiosity and speculation online after sharing a series of emotionally charged posts within the last 24 hours. On Tuesday, the Konde Gang CEO posted a dramatic video showing himself burning a bouquet of flowers, accompanied by the caption “F** love” and a broken heart emoji 💔.
Why the 'misuse' of mama's name must be controlled

3 weeks ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

We love Mama. Truly. She’s got grace, grit, and that rare ability to speak softly while shaking things up. From The Royal Tour to her no-drama leadership style, she’s the cool aunt every country wishes it had. But here’s the question that keeps me up at night... Must every project in Tanzania be named after her? No, really, let’s talk. We’ve got the Mama Cup (sports), Mama Serengeti Festival (music), Mama Kalam Awards (journalism), and now the Tanzania ya Mama (tourism).
What’s Next for Harmonize as Konde Music Empties Out

3 weeks ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Ramadhani Ismail |Beatrice Materu

With every artiste once signed under Konde Music Worldwide now gone, including longtime signee Ibraah, Harmonize finds himself at a pivotal crossroads. The label he built from scratch in 2020 as a bold declaration of independence and artistic control is now empty. No roster. No distractions. Just Harmonize and the next bold move. In a heartfelt video shared on Instagram, the Konde Gang boss addressed Ibraah’s departure directly, setting the record straight about how things unfolded.
Cassie testifies in Diddy’s federal trial, alleges years of abuse and coercion

3 weeks ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

New York. Music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs returned to federal court Tuesday for the second day of his highly publicised sex trafficking and racketeering trial, where his former long-time girlfriend, singer Casandra “Cassie” Ventura, took the stand and delivered a gripping testimony. Cassie, now visibly pregnant, detailed a harrowing decade-long relationship marked by physical violence, manipulation, and coerced sex acts.
Dear record labels, you’re not a bank (and artistes, read the fine print!)

4 weeks ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

In Tanzania’s music scene, the dream is simple. Get discovered. Get signed. Get rich. Get a Defender new model. Post about it. Then boom, life is good! But somewhere between “We’re launching your career” and “Unaweza kuja ofisini kesho?” things start getting... tricky. So, let’s talk about it, what exactly is a record label supposed to do for an artiste? And what are they definitely NOT supposed to do even if everyone’s silently expecting it?
Singeli steps onto the global stage as UNESCO recognition looms

4 weeks ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

The thumping, high-speed rhythm of Singeli is no longer just shaking up dance floors—now it’s knocking on UNESCO’s doors. In a move that could redefine Tanzania’s place on the global cultural map, Minister of Information, Culture, Arts, and Sports Prof Palamagamba Kabudi has confirmed that Singeli music is in the running to be added to UNESCO’s prestigious List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.