Mthabisi Tshuma [email protected]
MASKANDI singer Intombi Yokukhanya, born Sandra Ncube, will join hands with Jabu Podcast to host a major EP launch on 24 December at Chefunye Business Centre, ko Mthunzi eSqongweni, in Tsholotsho district.
The event will celebrate the release of her EP, Intshebe Yami, with performances running from 3pm until 6am. It promises an all-night celebration of music, featuring artistes from Tsholotsho and beyond.
The line-up includes Pre Zuzu, Maluza iNsimbi ye Golide, uVava Luka Mapheqa, Thawulo Skuza & The Revenge Band, iNdwangu eNkulu, Mehlentombi, Msheli we Ntombi, M3 Brothers, Dlamazondo, IMfolog’ Encane, Khula Makhula, Mfana kaJobe, Magadla, iZiqholo Zelizweni, Sbani seZhwane, Boss Lady & iZingonyamakazi, Progress Sibanda, DJ Sintu Sabantu, and DJ Chaza & Amanqe Stars.
The event will be hosted by Doit, Slender Malinga and M.G.M. Demet, while Dr Gasolo, Mr Collet Ncube, Mtima, Dominic Vundla and Bhekimpilo Ncube will attend as special guests.
Intombi Yokukhanya said the EP draws inspiration from everyday life in rural Zimbabwe, touching on health, culture, love and the challenges people face.
The three-track project features Dokotela, Intshebe Yami and Phindile, each carrying a different message.
“Dokotela is a hard-hitting song that warns bogus healers against misleading people by claiming they can treat illnesses that require medical attention. Some traditional healers keep seriously ill patients at their homes, telling them they have idlozi simply to make money, when what they really need is treatment in hospital.
“Intshebe Yami is a mature love song about a man who loves genuinely and confidently and is not afraid to express his feelings. It encourages women to value sincere love that can build a home.
“Phindile is about ama-tshitshi, young, stylish township girls. Behind its lively beat is a serious message encouraging young women to conduct themselves with dignity as they seek honest men who will value and respect them,” she said.
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