Based: Johannesburg

loyiso, born Loyiso Gijana, is a South African singer-songwriter and producer from Uitenhage, Eastern Cape, who first came to national attention as a contestant on Idols SA in 2015. Since then, he has grown into one of the country’s standout contemporary pop voices, known for emotionally driven songwriting, strong vocals and a polished, modern sound.

After his early releases with Ambitiouz Entertainment, Lloyiso expanded his profile significantly through later partnerships with Universal Music South Africa and Republic Records. His 2023 EP Seasons marked a major step forward, earning him three South African Music Award nominations and a win for Best Pop Album.

More recently, his official YouTube and social channels show a new chapter of releases, including “Scary,” “Lost & Found,” and announcements tied to Never Thought I Could, which his official posts say was released in March 2026. That helps position him not just as a past breakout artist, but as a current and actively evolving South African pop act with both local and international momentum.

With a live presence built around vulnerability, vocal strength and crossover appeal, Lloyiso is well suited to festivals, premium corporate events, lifestyle bookings and large private functions looking for a contemporary South African artist with strong mainstream reach and emotional depth.