Mzukulu

South African maskandi singer-songwriter Sfanele Dumisani Zulu, known on stage as Mzukulu, comes from KwaCeza in KwaZulu-Natal. Music runs in his family: he is the grandson of Zimele ‘Geja’ Buthelezi, and his late parents, Phumangelakhe and Thuleleni Buthelezi, also performed.

He began performing in 2010 and reached a wider audience with his debut album, Vukani Nonke. In 2025, his album Ngifuna Intozami passed 700,000 Spotify streams in two days.

His 2026 EP Ubumina includes Isesheli, featuring OmaThwala. Blending traditional Zulu storytelling with a modern sound, the artist sings about love, identity and everyday life.

Sources: Music In Africa, Apple, Josplay