South African music icon Thandiswa Mazwai has recently withdrawn from the 2026 Mangaung African Cultural Festival (MACUFE) just days ahead of her scheduled performance on 12 September 2026. Also see: Thandiswa Mazwai honours Maria McCloy in heartfelt post Thandiswa Mazwai announces withdrawal The award-winning musician took to Instagram to announce she will no longer be performing […]
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South African musician Thandiswa Mazwai shared a heartfelt post honouring the late Maria McCloy, a well-known figure in the entertainment industry. The publicist and fashion designer sadly passed away on Tuesday evening, 12 May 2026. Also see: Media industry giant Maria McCloy passes away at 50 Thandiswa Mazwai remembers Maria McCloy The Bongo Maffin member took […]
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When a plate of chicken feet can spark debates, memories, and now a painting, you know it has hit a cultural nerve. That is exactly what happened when Thandiswa Mazwai revealed a new artwork inspired by Lorna Maseko’s viral chicken feet dish, a moment that quietly stitched together food, heritage, and creative expression in a […]
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Multitalented singer, actress, and violinist Bianca Le Grange has added another accolade to her illustrious career, her very own star at Johannesburg’s Roodepoort Theatre. The honour comes as part of the theatre’s 45th-anniversary celebrations on Heritage Day, recognising artists and organisations who have made a lasting impact on South Africa’s cultural landscape. View this […]
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Multi-award-winning songstress Thandiswa Mazwai is among the frontrunners in the 31st edition of the South African Music Awards (SAMA). She secured multiple nominations that include Best African Adult Contemporary Album, Best Engineered Album and Best Produced Album. The full list of nominees in 25 categories was revealed recently by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RISA). […]
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The South African Music Awards (SAMAs) have always been more than a night of trophies, they are a snapshot of where the country’s sound is headed. This year’s nominees, announced by the Recording Industry of South Africa (RiSA) in Gauteng, confirm what many fans already know: South African music is living through a golden era. […]
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Multi-award-winning singer and songwriter, Thandiswa Mazwai remembers a fellow band member, Thabang Tabane who passed away recently. Thabang departed after a brief bout of illness at the age of 45. He was known for his creative flair as a percussionist. Recently the veteran musician and former BONA cover star shared a sorrowful post with a […]
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Multi-award-winning singer Thandiswa Mazwai is eager to end the year 2024 on a high note, as she prepares for her final show of the year on home soil. The year has been quite a busy, yet successful one for the Eastern Cape-born singer. This comes after she made her debut appearance on the YouTube channel, […]
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Multi-award-winning singer Thandiswa Mazwai is eager to let her music move crowds as she gears towards going on an international tour. In the build-up to her highly anticipated Umbelelo thanksgiving concert which takes place in Pretoria, the 48-year-old singer will be taking her music abroad with tours in both the United States and the United […]
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Popular music group Bongo Maffin, made up of musical artists Thandiswa Mazwai, Harold “Speedy” Matlhaku, Stoan Seete, and Jah Seed will be performing with Dru Hill at the 2nd Annual All White Soul Sessions Concert soon, allegedly without their lead singer Thandiswa. The popular group from the US, Maryland, Dru Hill will be the headlining […]
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Thandiswa Mazwai is set to charm her fans in Johannesburg this weekend as she gears up for the release of her fourth studio album, ‘Sankofa’. Thandiswa revealed to Independent Media Lifestyle that her musical showcase at Carnival City holds a dual purpose as it is not only a platform for unveiling her latest musical endeavour, […]
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Internet users and fans of musician Thandiswa Mazwai are dubbing the singer as a Grammy winner after an album she was featured on won the prestigious award. The Zabalaza hitmaker showcased her talents on American singer-songwriter, rapper, and bassist Meshell Ndegeocello’s song Vuma for the album The Omnichord Real Book. The project became the first-ever […]
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