Makhadzi

Ndivhudzannyi Ralivhona, known professionally as Makhadzi is a South African singer and musician. She is best known for her songs "Tshanda Vhuya" and "Matorokisi."

Makhadzi
Birth nameNdivhudzannyi Ralivhona
Born (1996-06-30) June 30, 1996
Ha-Mashamba, Limpopo, South Africa
Occupation(s)Singer
Years active2012-present
LabelsOpen Mic Productions

Early life

Makhadzi[1] was born[2] in 30th June 1996[3][4][5] a small village called Ha-Mashamba Tshivhangani, just outside Elim in Limpopo province. After her parents separated, Ndivhudzannyi and her two siblings had to stay with their mother. She completed her grade 12 at Mukula Integrated School. Ndivhudzannyi obtained her qualification in Public Relations and she is currently studying Drama.[6][7]

Music career

Makhadzi's first album was released in 2012, and she has released 6 albums as of 2020. Makhadzi used to perform at Taxi ranks, getting money from people's offerings As. She released a song called "Tshikwama".[8]

Television

In 2018, Makhadzi was hosted on Yo TV for her first television performance.[9] She has since conducted interviews with various radio stations, including Munghana Lonene FM, Phalaphala FM, Nzhelele FM, Makhado FM, Sloot FM, and Capricon FM, where she spoke about her music, life and her hardships.[10] She also appeared on The Morning Show on ETV. Makhadzi was one of the performers at the 2020 DSTV Mzansi Viewers Choice Awards. Her performance was hailed as one of the best performances of the night on social media.[11]

Awards and Nominations
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Year Award Category Result Ref.
2017 LMAC Best Tshivenda hit Won [12][13][6][14]
2018 TSHIMA awards Best Tshivenda Dance Artist/Album of the Year, Female Artist of the Year,Tshivenda Song of the Year

,Best Tshivenda Artist of the Year

 Nominated [15][16]

References
  1. "Zoutnet | Entertainment | Young Makhadzi's songs unite families". www.zoutnet.co.za.
  2. "Zoutnet | Entertainment | Makhadzi wins yet another award". zoutnet.co.za.
  3. "Makhadzi Biography, Songs, Albums, Awards, Education, Net Worth, Age & Relationships »". Ubetoo. 4 February 2020. Retrieved 5 February 2021.
  4. Nkosi, Joseph; MA. "Makhadzi biography, age, profile, awards & background | The Nation". Retrieved 5 February 2021.
  5. Mueni, Priscillah (9 January 2020). "Makhadzi alleges not being paid by her manager: full story". Briefly. Retrieved 5 February 2021.
  6. "Songbird Makhadzi promises fireworks at Royal Heritage Festival in Venda". SowetanLIVE.
  7. Leng, Claudio (7 October 2019). "Viral #MatorokisiChallenge sends SA into a frenzy with dance videos". Briefly.
  8. "Zoutnet | News | Makhadzi shines at Tshimas". www.zoutnet.co.za.
  9. "Makhadzi grabs most nominations for Tshima awards". SowetanLIVE.
  10. "Zoutnet | Entertainment | Tshima 2019 – All the nominees". www.zoutnet.co.za.
  11. "Makhadzi's performance at #DSTVMVCA 'best for the night'". ebnewsdaily.co.za. 1 March 2020. Retrieved 2 June 2020.
  12. "Queen of Afropop's Zwigevhenga is a masterpiece". Entertainment. Zoutnet.
  13. "Makhadzi wows music lovers in France". Entertainment. Zoutnet.
  14. "Makhadzi wins yet another award". Zoutnet. Retrieved 18 November 2017.
  15. "Wedding singer Makhadzi bags four TSHIMAs". Entertainment. Zoutnet.
  16. "Royal gospel and heritage festival launched". Entertainment. Zoutnet.
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