From Shasha to Nadia Nakai: 5 Zimbabwean-Born Female Celebs Dominating SA’s Entertainment Scene
- Zimbabwean celebrities, including Nadia Nakai, Sha Sha, Chiedza Mhende, Berita, and Kim Jayde, are thriving in South Africa's entertainment scene
- Nadia Nakai, a top female rapper, has embraced her Zimbabwean roots while becoming a prominent figure in South Africa's music industry
- Sha Sha, Berita, Chiedza Mhende, and Kim Jayde have all made their mark in Amapiano, acting, and media, solidifying their success across various platforms in Mzansi
Zimbabwean celebrities have been dominating the South African entertainment scene for years. Several SA stars, such as Ringo Madlingozi, Makhadzi, Priddy Ugly, and DJ Tira, have collaborated with musicians from the neighbouring country.
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Zimbabwean celebs are not the only ones thriving in South Africa. Uncle Waffles, who hails from Swaziland, is also doing well in the industry.
Briefly News looks at some female celebrities with Zimbabwean heritage thriving in Mzansi.
Nadia Nakai becoming the most prominent female rapper in SA
Nadia Nakai has been open about her Zimbabwean roots. The rapper, undoubtedly one of the most popular female rappers in South Africa and Africa, revealed during Young, Famous & African that she is a first-generation South African with Zimbabwean heritage.
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The Amai rapper sparked a buzz on social media when she changed her BET Award nomination from Zimbabwe to South Africa. Speaking during an interview after the ordeal, Nadia noted that she wants to be known as a South African rapper because her father is South African, while her mother is Zimbabwean.
Shasha dominating the Amapiano industry
Charmaine Shamiso Mapimbiro, popularly known as Sha Sha, earned the title Queen of Amapiano after realising back-to-back hits like Woza and Tender Love.
Although originally from Mutare, Zimbabwe, Sha Sha has worked with several artists, including Kelvin Momo and the Scorpion Kings.
Chiedza "Chi" Mhende showing her incredible acting skills
Chiedza Mhende became a household name when she played Wandile Radebe in Generations: The Legacy. Chi secured several acting gigs on internationally acclaimed shows like Queen Sono.
Chiedza has solidified her status as a voice-over artist and director in front of the camera and behind the scenes
Berita finding success in South Africa
Afro-Soul singer Berita, real name Gugulethu Khumalo, found love and success in South Africa. The talented singer and guitarist was married to controversial music executive Nota Baloyi.
Born in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe's second-largest city, Berita has made a name for herself in South Africa and beyond, thanks to her emotive lyrics and powerful performances.
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The multi-talented Kim Jayde thriving in Mzansi
According to The South African, Kim Jayde was born and bred in Bulawayo. The media personality later moved to South Africa for her tertiary and has been taking over the creative industry.
Kim Jayde has found success in TV presenting, content creation and securing collaborations with top brands.
DJ Tira embraces Zim name ahead of his Bulawayo show
In more entertainment news, Briefly News reported that DJ Tira's Zimbabwean fans and followers are in for a special treat as the star has announced that he has an upcoming concert in the country's second-largest city, Bulawayo.
Award-winning South African musician and producer DJ Tira has announced that he will perform in Zimbabwe alongside the Qwabe Twins this coming weekend. Taking to his Facebook page, the star proudly embraced his Zim name as he promised his fans a night of Qqom and Afro-pop.
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