Bongeziwe Mabandla Releases “Zama” – Out Now
Following the surprise release of “Yalwa”, an ode to his heritage, Bongeziwe Mabandla continues this new musical chapter with the release of “Zama” Rhythmic yet deeply sentimental, Zama draws inspiration from Charles Bradley’s “Why Is It So Hard to Make It in America” — a song Bongeziwe has long connected with. Reflecting on his own journey, he shares: “I wrote about my […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Featured in Roger Ballen’s New Fashion Exhibition
Bongeziwe Mabandla is featured in Fashion_The Image, a new exhibition at the Roger Ballen Centre for Photography in Johannesburg, which explores how fashion imagery has shaped visual culture in South Africa and across the continent. The featured image forms part of Walila, a new body of work by Chris Saunders and Chloe Andrea Welgemoed created for Mabandla’s […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Announces African Tour Dates
As Bongeziwe Mabandla steps into a new era of his musical journey, he marks the moment with a multi-city tour across South Africa, Mozambique and beyond. This bold and deeply intentional chapter signals an artistic evolution grounded in heritage, reverence for ancestry, and a continued exploration of identity. These new musical offerings are a deeply […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Opens a New Era With “Yalwa” – Out Now
Bongeziwe Mabandla has released “Yalwa (Knighted)”, the first single from his forthcoming album, arriving as an intentional surprise drop. The song was first shared with Bongeziwe’s closest fans via his mailing list — many of whom had already heard it during his 2025 solo tour — before being released publicly. Rooted in ancestry, family, and cultural identity, “Yalwa” explores the […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla to Headline Quigney Culture Festival
On 28 February 2026, Bongeziwe Mabandla will headline the Quigney Culture Festival as House 87 in East Londoncelebrates its 4-year anniversary. The festival will transform Caxton & Burns Streets into a vibrant hub of music, food, art, and design — a space where culture meets the street and creativity comes alive. Presented by House 87, the Quigney Culture Festival is a movement to […]
Fred Again Shines a Light on Bongeziwe Mabandla’s “Ngawe Mama”
Bongeziwe Mabandla received a notable co-sign after his 2012 release “Ngawe Mama” was highlighted by Fred again..during a recent interview with Derrick Gee. Fred again.., widely regarded as one of the most influential producers of his generation, has helped shape contemporary electronic music through emotionally driven, genre-blurring work and collaborations with some of the world’s most respected artists. Fred again.. […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Draws 3,500 people at Kirstenbosch Gardens
This past weekend, Bongeziwe Mabandla made his long-awaited debut at the iconic Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens, performing to a nearly sold-out audience of 3,500 people in what has already become one of the most talked-about live moments of his career. Taking to the Kirstenbosch stage dressed in a custom look from Thebe Magugu’s SS2026 Alchemy II collection, the performance was as visually […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Unveils First Round of 2026 Tour Dates
Bongeziwe Mabandla has announced the first confirmed dates of his 2026 tour, revealing an extensive European run scheduled for April. The announcement marks the opening chapter of his 2026 touring plans, with Mabandla confirming that South African tour dates will be announced separately, alongside additional international shows still to come. The tour will see him perform across […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla bags Third SAMA for Remix of the Year
Bongeziwe Mabandla has added another accolade to his career, winning the SAMA for Remix of the Year at the South African Music Awards for “Hlala”, remixed by Mpho Wav. The win marks his third SAMA, further cementing his place as one of South Africa’s most respected and evolving artists. The award recognises Mabandla’s amaXesha remixes project, a bold creative departure from his […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Gears Up for His Kirstenbosch Debut Performance
Following the conclusion of his acclaimed solo tour, Bongeziwe Mabandla now sets his sights on one of the country’s most iconic stages as he prepares for his debut performance at the Kirstenbosch Summer Concerts. This marks his first local performance for December and comes fresh off international dates in Amsterdam and Bern, Switzerland, where he […]