Bongeziwe Mabandla Returns to Paris Following Sold-Out Show
Bongeziwe Mabandla will return to Paris on 14 November 2026 for a headline performance at Trabendo, following a sold-out show in the city earlier this year. The performance marks another milestone in Mabandla’s growing international journey. It also continues the global momentum behind his fifth studio album, Ndingubani, which has connected with audiences through its […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Announced for EFG London Jazz Festival
Bongeziwe Mabandla will make his EFG London Jazz Festival debut on 19 November 2026, marking another milestone in his growing international career. The acclaimed South African singer-songwriter will perform at Union Chapel, one of London’s most iconic live music venues. Known for its intimate setting and exceptional acoustics, the venue provides the perfect backdrop for […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla’s Ndingubani Surpasses One Million Streams
Bongeziwe Mabandla’s fifth studio album, Ndingubani, has surpassed one million streams, marking another milestone for one of South Africa’s most celebrated independent artists. Released in June, Ndingubani explores themes of identity, healing, belonging, and self-discovery. Meaning “Who am I?” in isiXhosa, the album invites listeners into Mabandla’s most personal body of work to date. The […]
Spotify Releases Ndingubani Album Film with Bongeziwe Mabandla
Bongeziwe Mabandla continues the rollout of his acclaimed fifth studio album, Ndingubani, with the release of a new Spotify album film, available now. Released on 15 June, the film offers fans a deeper look into the stories, emotions, and experiences that shaped the album. Through personal reflections and conversation, Mabandla unpacks the themes of identity, […]
The Guardian Spotlights Bongeziwe Mabandla
Bongeziwe Mabandla has been featured in The Guardian, where the acclaimed South African singer-songwriter reflects on his creative journey, the themes behind his newly released album Ndingubani, and the experiences that have shaped his music. The feature arrives shortly after the release of Ndingubani, Mabandla’s fifth studio album, which explores identity, healing, memory, and self-discovery […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Releases Album Ndingubani
Multi-award-winning South African singer-songwriter Bongeziwe Mabandla has released his fifth studio album, Ndingubani, out now via Black Major. The release follows the rollout of the singles Walila, Zama, and Yalwa. The songs connected strongly with listeners and built momentum across streaming platforms, radio, and social media. Fans have embraced the honesty and vulnerability in the […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Returns to Johannesburg for Special Tour Finale Performance on the 13th of June
Bongeziwe Mabandla’s South African tour continues to gain momentum, with five dates officially sold out across the country. The sold-out run includes upcoming shows in Cape Town and Stellenbosch. The strong response reflects the growing anticipation surrounding his forthcoming fifth studio album, Ndingubani, out on 11 June. Throughout the tour, Bongeziwe has introduced audiences to […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Releases New Single “Walila”
Bongeziwe Mabandla continues the rollout of his forthcoming fifth studio album Ndingubani with the release of Walila, out now. Released on 15 May, the track marks the third single from the upcoming album, which arrives on 11 June. The release also coincides with his ongoing South African tour. Written with humour and emotional honesty, “Walila” […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Announces Fifth Studio Album “Ndingubani”
Bongeziwe Mabandla has announced his upcoming fifth studio album, Ndingubani, set for release on 11 June. Translating to “Who am I?”, the project sees Mabandla stepping into a deeply personal space — both asking and attempting to answer that question through his music. The album reflects a journey of introspection, shaped by time, growth, and […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla Releases Live Performance of “Yalwa”
Bongeziwe Mabandla unveils an intimate live acoustic rendition of his single “Yalwa,” offering a stripped-back take on the track that highlights its emotional core. Originally written after being commissioned to contribute to Shaka iLembe, the song was shaped by Bongeziwe’s deep engagement with the series — particularly the relationship between Shaka and his mother, and […]