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24/05/2026

Celebrating my 9th year on Facebook. Thank you for your continuing support. I could never have made it without you. 🙏🤗🎉

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Lwandisa Rozani, Makhubo M KaBo, Shimorah Ke Jozi Thabe, ...
14/01/2026

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Lwandisa Rozani, Makhubo M KaBo, Shimorah Ke Jozi Thabe, Nombongo Notshati, Nombulelo Sithebe, Mondli S Nala, Vuyokazi Mathenjwa, Thandeka Dlamini, Ngalo Zi Ncane, Gcina Banele, Mpoza Makhado Yengwa, Maka-Ziandah Buthelezi, Buyani Zuma, Thoza Tholakele Nomtha, Za Jiyane, Snazoh Slindour Mthembu, Hlongwa Hlanganani Ntando, Ma Shumii, Mangcoloc Shongololo Bhenguhengu, Khethukuthula Msweli, Miyelihle Ntando, Nqobile Sgudla, Mudyondzisi Wokala Angadyondzanga, Dokotela Djy, Sergio Manjate, Thato Bridget Makwe, Ntokozo Fish, Fisokuhle Mamba Samkelo, Babalwa Bongeka, Yamukela Mbatha, Xolly Pat Xolly Pat, Ntobe Zinhle, Kmastar Mpotshane, Nealieswaer KaOmphiler Dladla, Nomhle Zimvo Hombani, Madel Fu Diih, Sive Saki, Busisiwe Lhalhie Mabetha, Sindile S Matiwane, Bongie Mchithwa, Philly KaMafuleka Zulu, Sphelele Mkhize, Vuyie Oyama, Nokukhanya Khanyile, Lu Ya Nda, Siyabonga Msomi, Maka Nkosy Ma'bony, Lungisa Dlomo Swelankomo Swelankomo, Faku Saint Mallome Vasca, Mncedisi King Jey

06/01/2026

I want to give a huge shout-out to my top Stars senders. Thank you for all the support!

Msawethu Ngcongo

Ubaba uMcineka💕💞
05/01/2026

Ubaba uMcineka💕💞

Khuzani KING Ndlamlenze Mpungose no Mama💞💕
05/01/2026

Khuzani KING Ndlamlenze Mpungose no Mama💞💕

Scebi no Mama
05/01/2026

Scebi no Mama

Opinion: The Hidden Cost of Fame in uMaskandiuMaskandi is not just music; it is heritage, identity, and the lived experi...
05/01/2026

Opinion: The Hidden Cost of Fame in uMaskandi
uMaskandi is not just music; it is heritage, identity, and the lived experiences of our people. It carries history, language, and cultural pride. Yet, despite its growing popularity and commercial success, a hard truth must be confronted: many uMaskandi artists are selling the real value of their art for visibility and short-term fame, while others benefit disproportionately from their names and talent.
Across South Africa, countless events are organised under the banner of uMaskandi. Posters are printed with artists’ faces in bold. Their names are used to sell tickets, attract sponsors, and draw crowds. To the public, it appears as though these artists are the primary beneficiaries of these events. The reality, however, is often very different.
Behind the scenes, there are promoters, event organisers, middlemen, and informal managers who structure deals in their own favour. In many cases, the artist is paid a once-off performance fee that does not reflect the revenue generated by the event. Gate takings, bar sales, sponsorship income, and media value flow elsewhere. The artist’s name creates the value, but ownership of that value is surrendered too easily.
This problem is especially pronounced in uMaskandi because many artists come from rural or economically marginalised backgrounds. Exposure is often presented as an opportunity that must be accepted at any cost. Contracts are poorly explained or not written at all. Negotiation is discouraged with phrases like “this will build your brand” or “people need to see you.” Fame becomes the currency, while real economic value slips away.
What makes this more painful is that uMaskandi artists are not just entertainers; they are cultural custodians. When their work is undervalued, it is not only an individual loss but a loss to the culture itself. An industry that thrives on underpaying its artists cannot be sustainable, no matter how popular the genre becomes.
This is not a call to reject events or partnerships. It is a call for awareness, education, and ownership. Artists must begin to understand their worth beyond applause and social media numbers. Fair contracts, transparent revenue sharing, and professional representation are not signs of arrogance; they are signs of maturity in an industry.
If uMaskandi is to grow without losing its soul, the artists must not only be the face of the movement but also rightful beneficiaries of its success. Fame without value is exploitation dressed as opportunity. It is time for the genre to have honest conversations about who really profits when the music plays.

Smira
04/01/2026

Smira

Ngixolele Mtanami, Ingoma yethu isina 11Million in 4months
04/01/2026

Ngixolele Mtanami, Ingoma yethu isina 11Million in 4months

Song of the year 💞💕
03/01/2026

Song of the year 💞💕

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