uMafikizolo

About

South African maskandi singer and social media personality known for his hit song "Uyoncengwa Unyoko" which became a viral dance challenge and has been played at major soccer matches. He is also known for his songs "Ngathi Nguye," "Inja Kabi Lena," "Awsukanini," "Ngimile Mpo," and "Uzigade Ngani" along with creating viral dance challenge content.

Before fame

He began posting music on YouTube in January 2020 and music content on TikTok in August 2022. His breakout came in 2025 after "Uyoncengwa Unyoko" became a major hit and gained millions of views on YouTube within a short period.

Trivia

His song "Uyoncengwa Unyoko" won Ukhozi FM's Ingoma Ehlukanisa Unyaka crossover song contest for 2026 and earned him a brand-new VW Polo TSI. His song "Uyoncengwa Unyoko" was also nominated at the 2026 Metro FM Music Awards in categories including Song of the Year, Best Viral Challenge, and Best Maskandi, and it went on to win Song of the Year.

Family life

His real name given to him by his parents is Khethukuthula Mhlongo. He is from uMnambithi in the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands region of South Africa.

Associated with

He is in the same maskandi music scene as singer Thokozani Langa.