VaChivi

Dzepfunde

Arts SN ↓ 369 episodes

I love stories! Growing up I discovered a passion for Shona Novels. I hope to share my love of story telling with others who have a love for listening to stories. Join me on a journey through Zimbabwe’s tallest tales.

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VaChivi

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Latest episode

Oct 15, 2026

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Episodes

Ep. 118 Matsvamwoyo 3 06.01.2022

When you leave home for sometime you can have reverse culture shock on your return. We hear of some Garikai's experiences with this as he thinks back to his early days home after college in the UK. In the present day his life takes a disturbing turn when he is called to the police station one evening. 

Ep. 117 Matsvamwoyo 2 30.12.2021

It looks like there is trouble in paradise. We learn a little bit more about how it all began between Garikai and Chipo. As we get to know more about the current relationship, Garikai flashes back to provide some context. Dive right in!

Ep. 116 Matsvamwoyo 1 23.12.2021

We meet a new cast of characters. A single mother doing her best to provide for her son, a prominent man trying to stave off corruption, a young woman in a love triangle. Enjoy this first instalment of Matsvamwoyo.

Ep. 115 Kurauone 5 16.12.2021

A lot has happened in this family. Tragedy seems to follow them wherever they go. Happiness has eluded them confirming the adage that money does not buy happiness. How will it all end? This is the conclusion of Kurauone. 

Ep. 114 Kurauone 4 09.12.2021

Tragedy continues to plague Gararirimo's family. In the midst of it all there is reason to celebrate. Does this mark the beginning of happier times? Find out in this episode of Dzepfunde.

Ep. 113 Kurauone 3 02.12.2021

The first wife has been banished from Gararirimo's home. That starts a series of events that change the Gararirimo household in significant ways. Listen to this episode to find out what follows.

Ep. 112 Kurauone 2 25.11.2021

Gararirimo seems to be at death's door. His wives have some choice parting words for him and for each other. The kids try to keep it together as their world crumbles around them. Will his brother make it in time?

Ep. 111 Kurauone 1 18.11.2021

We start a new story with Gararirimo, his five wives and numerous children. This is a perfect set up for an interesting saga full of drama and intrigue. Enjoy.

Ep. 110 Ndiani Acharima Gura 5 11.11.2021

The secrets are out. Will the relationship withstand these skeletons in Rozi and Mureza's closets? Find out in the conclusion of Ndiani Acharima Gura.

Ep. 109 Ndiani Acharima Gura 4 04.11.2021

Tendai seems to be rethinking her promise to Rozi. Will she keep her word? Is her own happiness worth potentially ruining a friendship? The plot thickens. Find out what happens in this installment of Dzepfunde.

Ep. 108 Ndiani Acharima Gura 3 28.10.2021

As Rozi and Mureza's relationship grows, Tendai starts to question her own future? What's in store for her? She decides to take matters into her own hands rather than wait for fate.

Ep. 107 Ndiani Acharima Gura 2 21.10.2021

Rozi is moving forward with the plan she cooked up with her aunt. The success of the plan hinges on Gift. Can they pull this off or will the 4 year old derail the whole thing?

Ep. 106 Ndiani Acharima Gura 1 14.10.2021

We meet two friends as they reconnect after several years. Can they pick up where they left off? That may not be a good thing. After all, they do have a checkered history. Will they let bygones be bygones?

Ep. 105 Akanyangira Yaona 6 07.10.2021

The conclusion of the saga of Musuruvari's family.

Ep. 104 Akanyangira Yaona 5 30.09.2021

As Musuruvari's family plans the big party to honor their ancestors, Tarurera and his family put their own counterplan in motion.  This is a game changer and you will want to know which way it goes.

Ep. 103 Akanyangira Yaona 4 23.09.2021

The patriarchs are stumped. They start to pursue some answers to the strange events they have witnessed. Why are these horrible things happening to Musuruvari's family?  

Ep. 102 Akanyangira Yaona 3 16.09.2021

Tarurera and his uncle seek help for their plan to get rid of the chief under cover of night. Is VaGakava powerful enough to deliver? Is she the one causing the strange happenings? The plot thickens.

Ep. 101 Akanyangira Yaona 2 09.09.2021

When the two hunters return home from their hunting trip, it is evident to their wives that they have something heavy on their minds. How will the women react when they find out what their husbands are plotting? 

Ep. 100 Akanyangira Yaona 1 02.09.2021

We meet a family struggling to get some answers to difficult questions. It appears to be a family divided making efforts to mend fences. Things are likely to get worse before they get better. 

Ep. 99 Imbwa Nyoro 4 26.08.2021

How will the story end? What will Martin get himself into next? Enjoy the final instalment of our story, Imbwa Nyoro.

Ep. 98 Imbwa Nyoro 3 19.08.2021

Things get a little complicated for Martin Kunaka. How will he extricate himself from this one? I don't want to give anything away so that is all I will say. Enjoy this instalment of Dzepfunde.

Ep. 97 Imbwa Nyoro 2 12.08.2021

Mary's pregnancy is keeping her in hospital. Martin continues his relationship with Sekai right under the nose of VaKurauone. That doesn't seem to be enough for him. See what else he gets into in this instalment of Imbwa Nyoro.

Ep. 96 Imbwa Nyoro 1 05.08.2021

Meet young Mufundisi Kunaka and his new wife Mary as they begin their life in a new parish. 

Ep. 95 Rurimi Inyoka 11 29.07.2021

This is a longish episode as we come to the conclusion of our story. Everyone has a limit. We find out what happens when people are pushed too far. Did our village gossips cross the line? We come face to face with the impact words can have. There is so much going on in this episode! I know you will absolutely enjoy it. 

Ep. 94 Rurimi Inyoka 10 22.07.2021

Jane returns home after an exciting time in Harare. She is a changed person. Now that she is so happy, she regrets her contribution to Vida's misery. She wants to make amends and hopes Vida will forgive her. Meanwhile Simon's mother and sister are more determined than ever to break up Simon's marriage. Vida feels all alone. How long can she withstand this open hostility?

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