Simphiwe Majobe Nhlangulela,better known by her stage name Simmy,is a South African singer-songwriter.
Shekhinah Thandi Donnell,known mononymously as Shekhinah,is a South African singer-songwriter,Shekhinah was among the Top 32 of M-Net's Season 7 of SA Idols in 2011 and among the Top 6 of Season 8 of SA Idols in 2012.
Ndivhudzannyi Ralivhona,known by her stage name Makhadzi,is a South African singer. Born and raised in Ha-Mashamba,Limpopo,her career began at the age of 12 as dancer prior pursuing a music career as a singer,while she was attending school she signed a record deal with Rita Dee Entertainment and released Muhwalo Uya Ndemela in 2015. She garnered local attention after her single "Tshanda Vhuya" released in 2017. Her second studio album Matorokisi (2019),debuted at number two in South Africa.
Ntombezinhle Jiyane,known professionally as DJ Zinhle,is a South African DJ,producer,media personality and businesswoman.
Ndivhuwo Elaine Mukheli,known mononymously as Elaine,is a South African R&B singer and songwriter from Pretoria. While studying law at the University of the Witwatersrand,she self-released her debut EP Elements in September 2019. The EP reached No. 1 on both the national iTunes and Apple Music album charts,making her the first independent female artist to do so.Elements was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA) a year after its initial release,and in 2020 it was nominated for Best R&B/Soul Album at the South African Music Awards. Elaine was subsequently signed to Columbia Records in December 2020.
Blaq Diamond is a South African Afro pop duo from Ladysmith KwaZulu-Natal. They met in 2010 on a school trip where both participated in a music cypher in the school bus. They signed to record label Ambitiouz Entertainment,releasing their debut album Inqola (2017),which became their first iTunes number one.
Sanele Tresure Sithole,known professionally as Sun-El Musician,is a South African disc jockey,music producer,and songwriter. Born and raised in Mooi River,he attended the University of KwaZulu-Natal but dropped out to pursue a career in music. His debut studio album Africa to the World (2018),was certified Platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA).
Siyabonga Nene,known professionally as Big Zulu,is a South African rapper and songwriter. He rose to spotlight after releasing the single "Donsa Nkabi" in 2016.
Lethabo Sebetso,professionally known as Focalistic,is a South African rapper. He rose to prominence after his single "Ke Star",reached number 16 on Billboard Top Triller Global charts. Born and raised in Pretoria,Sebetso was a footballer prior pursuing a music career as a rapper,released his debut studio album Sgubhu Ses Excellent (2020).
Buhlebevangeli Hlengiwe Manyathi,professionally known as Boohle,is a South African singer and songwriter. She is popularly known for her songs "Yini Na","Mama","Siyathandana" and "Hamba wena". Her music is a combination of amapiano,afro-house,afro-soul,and gospel.
Nomfundo Ngcobo,known professionally as Nomfundoh Moh is a South African singer. Born and raised in Ndwendwe,KwaZulu-Natal,her career began at the age of 16 in 2016. Moh first gained recognition after releasing "Lilizela" in 2021,which received platinum certification in South Africa.
Kamogelo Matona,known professionally as Kamo Mphela,is a South African dancer and singer. She became an internet celebrity after she posted a video of her dancing on her social media account.
Kabelo Petrus Motha is a South African DJ and record producer,popularly known as Kabza de Small. He is a major figure in the amapiano genre of house music. Aside from his solo career,Motha is a member of the Scorpion Kings. Motha gained international recognition after the release of "Umshove",in 2018.
"Phakade Lami" is a single by South African singer Nomfundo Moh featuring Zimbabwean-born Sha Sha and South African singer Ami Faku,released on October 11,2021,by Universal,as album's third single from her debut studio album Amagama (2022). It was produced by Celimpilo Manyathi,Martin Manqoba Sosibo,Charmaine Mapimbiro.
"Mnike" is an amapiano single by South African record producer Tyler ICU and singer-songwriter Tumelo_za. It features guest appearances from DJ Maphorisa,Nandipha808,Ceeka RSA and Tyron Dee as it was released on 28 April 2023 under Sony Music Entertainment Africa. It peaked at the number one spot on Billboard South Africa Songs,The Official South African Charts,and hit one million streams two weeks after its release.
Lwandile Mtshali,professionally known as Lwah Ndlunkulu or Lwah The Ndlunkulu is a South African singer and songwriter. Born and raised Hluhluwe,KwaZulu-Natal,having signed a record deal with Nkabi Records released her debut single "Ithuba",which became her first biggest song and certified Platinum by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA).
Thuthuka Wandile Zindlovu,prominently known as Dlala Thukzin is a South African DJ and record producer born and bred in Lamontville,KwaZulu-Natal. He is famous for his versatility of blending amapiano and afro tech with gqom.
"iPlan" is a song by South African DJ and record producer Dlala Thukzin taken from his extended play (EP) Permanent Music 3 (2023). It was released on 15 September 2023 and features guest appearances from frequent collaborator Zaba,and Sykes.
Izenzo is a single by South African singers Bassie and Aymos featuring T-Man SA,released on 22 August 2023 through Sony. It was written by Babili Aymos &Basetsana Bassie.
The 2024 Basadi in Music Awards took place on August 10,2024,at the Joburg Theatre in Braamfontein,Johannesburg to celebrate and honour women's in South African music industry. It was hosted for the second time by actress Unathi Nkayi.
