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One of the genre’s most popular artists, Phuzekhemisi crafted the enduring hit, Imbizo, with his late brother Khethani
BHAMBATHA

Maskandi hit list: Sandile Ngidi selects ten of the genre’s heavy hitters

A genre of distinctive, regional styles, Sandile Ngidi selects a list of some of its most influential players

  • Sandile Ngidi
1 min read
Rally cry: Despite facing a trial for corruption, Jacob Zuma, then ANC president, danced and sang at the party’s Johannesburg’s Ellis Park Stadium. Photo: Alexander Joe/AFP
AFRICAN NATIONAL CONGRESS

Msholozi desperately tries for another (political) hit

The R25-million budget to have Zuma record an album of struggle songs is not merely about capturing history for posterity and posteriors.

  • Niren Tolsi
9 min read
Rich history, vital sounds: Among the best known maskandi musicians are Phuzekhemisi, who is regarded as king of the genre. Photo: Rogan Ward
IZINGANE ZOMA

Tune in to the wails of Maskandi

The genre grew out of Southern Africa’s past and reflects our present and our desired future

  • Mbe Mbhele
5 min read