Tag: South African music

Mfana Kah Gogo claims album released without his approval amid label dispute

Mfana Kah Gogo speaks out against former label South African musician Mfana Kah Gogo, born Sipho Mbonambi, has broken his silence after a longstanding dispute with his former label, Durban Base Entertainment, over the release of his latest album. The artist claims the album Lagos 2 Jozi, a collaboration with Nigerian musician Olamzzy, hit digital […]

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Tyla cleared of royalties lawsuit over Grammy-winning hit “Water”

Tyla walks free from “Water” royalties dispute South African singer Tyla can breathe easy after a long-running royalties lawsuit involving her Grammy-winning hit Water finally cleared her name. On February 5, 2026, songwriters Olmo Zucca and Jackson LoMastro voluntarily withdrew their claims against the 24-year-old artist, removing her entirely from the case. The lawsuit, which […]

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Tyla’s Grammy win sparks celebration and political backlash

A moment for music, not politics When Tyla picked up her second consecutive Grammy for Best African Music Performance with her hit Push 2 Start, fans across South Africa erupted in celebration. The 24-year-old singer, already a household name with global acclaim, had done it again, solidifying her place on the world stage and putting […]

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Stogie T fires subtle shots at Reason over rap versus amapiano

Stogie T questions Reason’s musical focus South African hip hop heavyweight Stogie T (Tumi Molekane) has sparked conversation about the ongoing rap-to-amapiano trend after appearing on the L-Tido Podcast. The discussion turned heads when Stogie T subtly shaded Reason, the artist formerly signed to his Motif Records label. Podcast host L-Tido asked about their current […]

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Zee Nxumalo’s 2016 throwback shows how dreams can evolve in unexpected ways

From the pitch to the stage: a decade of unexpected journeys South African singer Zee Nxumalo has joined the viral 2016 throwback challenge, and her post is more than just nostalgia—it’s a reflection on how dreams can change shape without losing their essence. The challenge, sweeping across social media, invites people to look back ten […]

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Thatohatsi Raphadi thanks fans for love after body-shaming incident

Rising Amapiano star Thatohatsi Raphadi finds strength in fan love Amapiano sensation Thatohatsi Raphadi has shared a heartfelt message of gratitude to her fans, following hurtful remarks about her body made on the popular “Piano Pulse” podcast last week. The singer, who has been quietly building a name for herself in South Africa’s Amapiano scene, […]

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DJ Maphorisa returns to his afro roots after Amapiano success

DJ Maphorisa Returns to His Afro Roots, Leaving Amapiano in “Good Hands” In a move that has sent ripples across South Africa’s music scene, DJ Maphorisa, the producer famously known as the Scorpion King, announced he’s returning to the Afro music that launched his career. Taking to Instagram Stories, he wrote: “Amapiano is in good […]

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Amapiano Star Nkosazana Daughter Sets the Record Straight on Weight Criticism

Nkosazana Daughter Pushes Back Against Online Body Shaming Enough Is Enough: Tired of the Weight Talk Amapiano sensation Nkosazana Daughter has had enough. The South African star, celebrated for her unique voice and electrifying performances, recently addressed the ongoing chatter about her weight. After giving birth, her body underwent natural changes—something that sparked mixed reactions […]

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From Cape Town to City Hall: Zohran Mamdani’s South African Soundtrack

From City Hall to Cassper Nyovest When New York mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani sat down for an extended episode of What Now? with Trevor Noah, the conversation was meant to tackle big issues, politics, migration and identity. But just when listeners thought the discussion was winding down, Mamdani took a sharp and joyful detour straight to […]

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