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Starting May 30, the National Gallery of Zimbabwe will host "Portraits of Zimbabwe," an exhibit featuring more than 80 photographic prints by the late photographer Chicago Dzviti. The portraits of Zimbabwe have been brought about through the support of the U.S. Embassy. The exhibit will be jointly curated by Jennifer Kyker, who holds dual positions as an associate professor of ethnomusicology at the Eastman School of Music and as an associate professor of music in the College Music Department at the University of Rochester, along with Fadzai Muchemwa, the curator of contemporary art at the National Gallery of Zimbabwe. Dzviti was born in Shamva in 1961, and from this rustic background, he cultivated an interest in photography. He further honed his skills at Harare Polytechnic starting in 1987. This initiated a career spanning nearly ten years, notable for vividly portraying various aspects of Zimbabwean life. The narrative captured societal norms,...

Revival of a Iconic Off-Roader: The Troubled Car Giant's Last Chance to Reign Supreme in the U.S.

  • EXPLORE FURTHER: The "actual cause" behind Nissan's downfall exposed

It seems Nissan will be bringing back a legendary model within the next couple of years.

That is, assuming the company survives that long.

Nissan is planning six new models – including plug-in hybrids and EVs – that the company hopes will hit showrooms by 2027 .

The car company shared a sneak peek photo of their future models yesterday. Various large vehicles, likely SUVs, were visible in the backdrop of the photograph.

And an SUV with a boxy design drew the attention of eagle-eyed fans.

"I'm still hopeful about the new Xterra," a Redditor shared on the social media platform alongside a blurry image of the most box-shaped electric vehicle in view.

The Xterra – a The sturdy, all-terrain SUV featured a truck-like construction – it managed to sell 88,578 units of the SUV in 2000, which was its initial complete year of sales.

But the Xterra got long in the tooth, and Nissan pulled the fan-favorite from the US in 2015 after shoppers turned their focus to more fuel efficient cars and SUVs.

During the last year of sales in 2015, the company managed to sell just 10,672 units in the United States.

But now, rumors are flying that the once gas-guzzling vehicle is coming back as a full electric model.

Motorists have shown very little interest in the possible comeback on social platforms.

'It's going to be a disappointment,' one Xterra fan wrote on Reddit.

Another addition: '[Nissan] truly is trying to go bankrupt .'

Only one nameplate from the new pictures has been confirmed: the blue crossover SUV in the middle of the picture is the 2026 Nissan Leaf .

The Leaf, which became America's top-selling electric car in 2010, now bears a stronger resemblance to the sleek Tesla Model Y.

Nissan has pledged that the upcoming vehicles will feature improved battery tech, increased range, and even some autonomous driving features.

A spokesperson from Nissan did not promptly reply to NewsBlog’s inquiry for their input.

Nissan trouble?

The leaders of Nissan have issued several concerning indications regarding the company's fiscal condition.

In November 2024, company leaders began sounding the alarms, stating that based on reports from the Financial Times, the brand had merely '12 to 14 months' worth of funds left to sustain operations.

The firm mentioned it was finding it difficult to stay abreast of the demand. rising Chinese manufacturers and had created a roster that failed to appeal to broader viewers.

The troubles at Nissan represent a dramatic decline for the marque: in 2024, it ranked as the fifth-best selling carmaker in the United States.

However, even with the high sales figures, investors remain concerned. Moody's, a credit rating firm that assesses a company's potential for future loans, sunk Nissan into 'junk' status .

Nissan had involved in acquisition discussions with Honda , which has reportedly shown a significantly more robust financial situation.

However, the merger discussions came to a halt. Subsequently, Hiroto Saikawa, who has been Nissan’s CEO since 2019, resigned from his position.

Ivan Espinosa, who is a seasoned professional with the brand, will assume the role in April.

"We must unite and function as a singular cohesive unit," Espinosa implored during his introductory remarks.

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