Zethe

Hailing from Empangeni, KwaZulu-Natal, Zethe is an emerging South African artist blending jazz, soul, and urban traditional African sounds. Her music is deeply rooted in advocating for mental health and social justice, using her powerful voice to inspire change and unity through art.

Based in Johannesburg, Zethe graduated with a degree in music, majoring in Jazz, from the University of KwaZulu-Natal in 2016. Since then, she has made a significant impact on the South African music scene, performing at prestigious events such as the South African Music Awards (SAMAs), DSTV Delicious Festival, Durban International Film Festival, and at venues like The Durban Playhouse, The Chairman, and Durban ICC.

Her television appearances include performances on the Uzalo drama series, the SAFTA Awards, and various radio and TV programs. In 2017, Zethe rose to prominence as the first winner of the Vodacom Nxt Lvl competition. Following this achievement, she became the face of Johannesburg’s Newtown Junction Mall and ROCKA headsets, cementing her status as a rising star in South Africa.

Zethe released her debut single, “Zazi” in 2018, followed by her 5-track EP “Qhawekazi” which continues her exploration of themes of healing and empowerment. Her upcoming releases promise to further solidify her influence as an artist committed to driving meaningful change through music.