Bongeziwe’s Sold-Out Solo Tour Captivates Audiences Nationwide
Bongeziwe Mabandla has been captivating audiences across South Africa with his Solo Tour, presented in collaboration with Black Major. The intimate series has seen multiple sold-out shows in cities including Durban, Gqeberha, East London, Makhanda, Pretoria, Stellenbosch and Johannesburg, with fans embracing Bongeziwe’s stripped-back and soulful performances. Reflecting on the experience, Bongeziwe shares, “This tour has been such a beautiful […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Debuts at Kirstenbosch Summer Concert
The iconic Kirstenbosch Summer Sunset Concerts return with an electrifying lineup celebrating both global and local talent. This year, Bongeziwe Mabandla makes his long-awaited debut at the series on 14 December, bringing his soulful, genre-defying sound to one of South Africa’s most scenic stages. Fresh off a successful solo tour, Mabandla returns to Cape Town with […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Announces Solo Tour
In his latest live exploration, Bongeziwe Mabandla embarks on a solo tour that marks his transition from the critically acclaimed amaXesha (2023) into a new chapter of his sonic journey. This tour intentionally sees Bongeziwe perform alone, creating a deeply personal space for reflection and connection. Hosted in intimate, carefully chosen venues across South Africa, these performances […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Appears in New Fabiani Campaign
Bongeziwe Mabandla is known for his boundless influence and his ability to make his mark on projects that extend beyond music. He proves this once again as part of Fabiani’s Tech Utility Line campaign, stepping in front of the camera to represent the brand with style and authenticity. Having already featured in Adidas Originals’ campaign […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Joins Zethu Gqola on Quiet Conversations Podcast
In Episode 008 of Quiet Conversations, Zethu Gqola sits down with the inimitable Bongeziwe Mabandla for a thoughtful and inspiring exchange. They dive into his musical journey, the stories behind his evolving sound, and what continues to drive his artistry forward. The episode is filled with warmth, insight, and laughter — including a surprise moment […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Featured on Nkosi from Da Capo’s New Album
Bongeziwe Mabandla and Da Capo come together once again on “Nkosi”, a standout from Da Capo’s latest album, Indigo Child II: Love & Frequency. The track follows their first collaboration on Mabandla’s amaXesha Remixes project, where Da Capo reimagined the deeply emotional Thula. On Nkosi, Da Capo’s expansive, emotive production wraps around Mabandla’s unmistakable voice […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Makes Surprise Appearance in Shaka iLembe Season 2
Bongeziwe Mabandla appears in Shaka iLembe Season 2 as King Hintsa, the revered Xhosa leader, in Episode 6.This short but impactful role adds to his growing list of on-screen appearances. Known primarily for his work as a musician, Mabandla continues to bring his quiet strength and artistic depth to the screen in ways that resonate. […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Set to Take the Stage at the Eastern Cape Literature Festival
With an incredible gift for lyricism and emotional storytelling, it’s no surprise that Bongeziwe Mabandla is set to take the stage at this year’s Eastern Cape Literature Festival. On 28 June 2025, he will deliver a powerful live performance at Victoria Girls High in Makhanda. Part of the National Arts Festival, the LitFest brings together […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Headlines Fête de la Musique Johannesburg
Bongeziwe Mabandla returns to the stage as one of the headliners for this year’s Fête de la Musique Johannesburg, performing alongside Sun-El Musician in what promises to be a powerful celebration of live music. The free, one-day festival takes place on Saturday, 22 June at Victoria Yards, a creative hub in the heart of the […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Drops Lyric Videos for “soze” and “hlala” Remixes
After releasing the thula (Lemon & Herb Remix) lyric video just a month ago — which quickly amassed over 67,000 views — Bongeziwe Mabandla returns with a new offering that brings visual life to the heartfelt lyrics of amaXesha. On 12 June 2025, Mabandla released not one, but two lyric videos from the amaXesha Remixes […]