Based: Johannesburg
Zandile “Zee” Nxumalo is a dynamic Swazi-South African singer, songwriter and performer who has rapidly established herself as one of the most exciting young talents in South Africa’s music industry. Known for her soulful vocals, infectious melodies, vibrant stage presence and contemporary African sound, Zee has become a prominent voice in the Amapiano and Afro-pop music scenes.
Born in Eswatini and raised in Alexandra, Johannesburg, Zee developed a passion for music at an early age. Her musical journey gained momentum with the release of her debut EP, KwaNxumalo, in 2022, introducing audiences to her distinctive vocal style and versatility.
Her breakthrough came with the chart-topping hit “Funk 55”, alongside Shakes & Les and DBN Gogo, which achieved five-times platinum certification and won Record of the Year at the 2024 South African Music Awards. She continued her success with popular releases including “Thula Mabota,” “Ngisakuthanda,” “Ama Gear,” “Malume” and “Mamma.”
Zee has collaborated with some of South Africa’s leading artists and producers, including DJ Tira, Dlala Thukzin, Pabi Cooper, Young Stunna and Shakes & Les, further establishing her versatility across Amapiano, 3-Step and contemporary African dance music.
Her career has been marked by significant achievements, including being named among Forbes Africa’s 30 Under 30 in 2026, receiving recognition at the Basadi in Music Awards and becoming South Africa’s most-streamed female artist in 2025. Her hit single “Ngisakuthanda” surpassed 100 million streams across digital platforms.
In 2026, Zee continued her musical evolution with the release of Izinja Zam: Vol. 1 and an international performance at Afro Nation in Portugal, further expanding her reach beyond South Africa.
With her youthful appeal, distinctive fashion sense, charismatic performance style and catalogue of dance-floor favourites, Zee Nxumalo is an exciting entertainment choice for music festivals, corporate celebrations, brand activations, lifestyle events and high-energy live performances.
