Malaika is a South African
Afro-pop
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music group, which has been described as post-
mbaqanga
Mbaqanga () is a style of South African music with rural Zulu roots that continues to influence musicians worldwide today. The style originated in the early 1960s.
History
Historically, laws such as the Land Act of 1913 to the Group Areas Ac ...
and
neo-soul
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. The group consists of musicians Bongani Nchang and the late Jabulani Ndaba (both born in
Klerksdorp
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,
South Africa
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), and
Matshediso Mholo (born in
Lichtenburg).
Malaika are probably best-known for their breakthrough hit "Destiny", and is considered among fans to be their signature song. The group toured Australia from 6–9 March 2008 with ''
Australian Idol 2007'' finalist
Tarisai Vushe as the supporting act.
Accolades
*
Kora Awards
The KORA All Africa Music Awards are music awards given annually for musical achievement in sub-Saharan Africa. The awards were founded in 1994 by Benin born businessman, Ernest Adjovi, after a discussion in Namibia with the country's President Ha ...
Best Newcomer Group (2004) for Malaika and Best Southern Group (2005) for Vuthelani
*
SAMA Most Popular Artists of the Year, and Most Popular Song of the Year
* 2005
Channel O
Channel O is a South African-based music channel which first started transmission in 1997. Its main concept is African music in Africa and the diaspora.
Channel O can be accessed via DStv, a satellite pay TV service for pan-African households. T ...
Music Video Awards – Best Afro-Pop Group
*
Metro FM Music Awards The 15th installment of the annual Metro FM Music Awards is an award ceremony that celebrates excellence in the South African music industry by honouring musicians who did exceedingly well in their field throughout 2015. The show first aired on SAB ...
– Best Afro-Pop Album, Best Group, Best Album
*2006
Channel O Music Video Awards – Best Duo or Group
[BBC]
Channel O Spirit of Africa Music Video Awards 2006
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Discography
*''Malaika'' (2003)
*''Vuthelani'' (2005)
*''Sekunjalo'' (2007)
*''Mmatswale'' (2008)
*''Gotta Get Loose'' (2022)
References
External links
Malaika at Museke
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South African musical groups
Kwaito musicians