Who is Xolly Mncwango? Biography, age, career, songs, profiles
Xolly Mncwango is a South African contemporary gospel musician. You have probably listened to her songs like Ungukuphila, Jesus Is Enough, and Yebo Nkosi, but who is Xolly Mncwango? What inspired her to become a gospel artist?
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Key takeaways
- She began her musical journey singing in her local church's Sunday school.
- Xolly collaborated with esteemed gospel figures such as Benjamin Dube, Xoli Thabethe, and Ayanda Ntanzi.
- In 2020, Xolly released her debut album, "Jesus Is Enough," which received positive reviews in the gospel music scene.
- This Xolly Mncwango's biography highlights her background, family, relationships, and career history.
- The gospel singer has a degree in Public Relations.
Xolly Mncwango’s profile summary
| Full name | Xolile Mncwango |
| Date of birth | October 6 |
| Age | Unknown |
| Place of birth | Richard’s Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa |
| Current residence | Johannesburg |
| Nationality | South African |
| Children | 1 |
| Education | Public relations |
| Profession | Gospel musician |
| @xollymncwa | |
| X (Twitter) | @xollymncwa |
| TikTok | @xollymncwango |
| YouTube | Xolly Mncwango Official Channel |
Who is Xolly Mncwango?
Celebrated South African gospel singer and songwriter Xolly Mncwango is noted for her soul-stirring worship music and strong vocals. She originally became well-known working with eminent gospel singer Bishop Benjamin Dube, and then started a successful solo career.
The singer was born in the early 1990s in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal. However, Xolly Mncwango's age is not well known since there are no details of her exact date of birth.
Mncwango grew up in a family with a strong Christian foundation, which played a significant role in nurturing her musical talents from an early age. The gospel star loved the church and used to sing in Sunday school.
In an interview with Spirit Network, Mncwango revealed she has a younger sibling. Speaking about her upbringing, she said,
"I grew up at Richard's Bay generally Zulu from a boring Town small town Richard's Bay, yeah and went to high school, primary school, tertiary and I'm a firstborn at home...and grew up and church has always been my life serving has always been my life.
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Music career
Xolly used to sing at her local church in KwaZulu-Natal and was discovered by the Joyous Celebration choir while serving at a church in Umlazi. She made her debut in the gospel industry with the sensational choir in 2013. Her first song with the group was Grateful, and she left in 2017 after releasing Heal Our Land.
After exiting Joyous Celebration, she worked as a backing vocalist for various musicians. She was also featured by renowned Gospel artists, and the experience gave her the courage to go solo. In 2020, she released her debut studio album, Jesus Is Enough.
Awards and achievements
She has received two SAMA nominations for her debut album, including Best Contemporary Faith Music Album and Best Newcomer. She also got five nominations at the Crown Gospel Music Awards in 2021.
Her August 2, 2025, Durban ICC show sold out in two weeks, celebrated on X for her rising fame. Note her 2024 album Unusual won Best Contemporary Faith Album at the 2024 South African Music Awards and multiple Crown Gospel Awards in November 2024.
At the Mayine Crossover Gospel Experience on December 31, 2024, held at the Durban ICC, Xolly Mncwango delivered a heartfelt performance alongside renowned artists such as Joyous Celebration and Benjamin Dube.
During her set, Xolly expressed profound gratitude to her fans for their unwavering support, which contributed to her recent accolades, including the Best Female Artist of the Year and Best Gospel Streamed Song awards at the Crown Gospel Awards in November 2024.
Illuminati allegations
In late March 2025, gospel artist Xolly Mncwango engaged with her fans on social media platforms X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram to express gratitude for their overwhelming support. This followed the rapid sell-out of tickets for her upcoming show, "The Unusual Encounter," scheduled for August 2, 2025, at the Durban ICC.
The tickets sold out in under two weeks, underscoring her growing popularity and the strong connection she has with her audience. During this period, unverified allegations surfaced online, suggesting that Xolly's swift rise and success were linked to the Illuminati.
The singer has often sidelined herself from the claims by attributing her achievements to her faith, hard work, and the unwavering support of her fans.
Xolly Mncwango’s songs
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Drawing inspiration from her deep Christian faith and personal experiences, Xolly’s songs often focus on themes of hope, healing, gratitude, and the presence of God. Here are some of Xolly Mncwango’s most popular, powerful and best gospel songs, known for their heartfelt worship and spiritual depth:
- Ungukuphila
- Umuhle Baba
- Healing Power
- Holy Spirit
- Jabulani Sesingabantwana
- Jesus Is Enough
- I Still Believe
- Unusual Praise
- Grateful
- Khumbula (feat. Ayanda Ntanzi)
Is Xolly Mncwango married?
As of now, Mncwango has not publicly revealed having a husband. While she is known to be a mother to one son, she has kept details about her relationship status or the identity of her child’s father private.
Who is Xolly Mncwango's child?
Xolly is a mother to one son; however, she has not revealed his name.
Who is Xolly Mncwango? Despite having melodious vocals from an early age, she had to learn from gurus before making her solo debut. Her patience and experience have made her one of the best SA Gospel artists. Access Xolly Mncwango’s song downloads via Spotify, Deezer, Apple Music, iTunes, and YouTube streaming platforms.
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