Growing up in Ulundi, KwaZulu Natal, I remember hearing Phuzekhemisi performing a song called "Imbizo". This was a catchy tune which at the time and held no deeper meaning for me other than a song ...

Bheki Ngcobo, popularly known by his stage name Ihashi Elimhlophe, will write a new page in history this weekend by becoming the first maskandi artist to record a live DVD at the Soweto Theatre. The ...

Maskandi music, an age-old Zulu genre, is experiencing a resurgence like never before, bridging the gap between tradition and modernity, and proving once again that music evolves to reflect the times.

South Africa has produced many genres over the years that have captured the nation’s heart, from Kwaito to Gqom and others, but few have lasted as long or run as deep as Maskandi music. Maskandi is ...

The Maskandi music genre has seen a strong resurgence among young people in recent years, and Khuzani Mpungose has been one of its leading figures. Khuzani’s influence is reflected in his two nominees ...

New data released by music streaming platform Spotify has revealed that Gen Z, born between 1997 and 2012, has led the charge in the resurgence of traditional music, Maskandi, over the last two years.