30-06-2025
Ladysmith Black Mambazo honoured with prestigious award
Ladysmith Black Mambazo are beaming with pride after being honoured with a prestigious award by Ukhozi FM at the Ziyakhala Mo Sun City Festival to celebrate 65 years of excellence.
The group, known for their distinctive isicathamiya music, were recognised for their contributions to the growth and nurturing of umculo wesintu, South Africa's indigenous music.
In their acceptance speech, the group thanked Ukhozi FM for this recognition.
'We stand humbled and honoured. Ukhozi FM celebrated us for the role we've played in nurturing and growing umculo wesintu — our indigenous music. From the hills of Ladysmith to stages around the world, we've carried the sounds of our ancestors with pride,' said Sibongiseni Tshabalala, the son of the founder of Ladysmith Black Mambazo, Joseph Tshabalala.
'Thank you, Ukhozi FM, for this beautiful recognition. Siyabonga, thank you for walking this journey with us.'
The group were among other notable artists — Nothembi Mkhwebane, Ringo and Makhadzi — who graced the stage with captivating performances.
