Stephina Ngwenyama

Stephina is 36 years and hails from Limpopo.She sings in her indigenous language, Venda. She is a soloist who sometimes sings with her family group. Stephina has released the following albums, AthingaMuhangwi, MuthiziWanga, SihumbekaSatuba (spelling subject to correction).

She went to Sitotolwane school and is now singing in churches. Stephina is concerned that many people come to record disabled musicians and vanish with their songs, never to be heard of again. She would love to sing more but needs protection, knowledge and the active involvement of SADMA even in ensuring that they share the stage with reputable musicians who will mentor them.

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Album: Lorem ipsum

Lebohang Makhetha

Full Names : Lebohang Makhetha

Born: 1979/06/17
School: Tlotliso Primary School (Wepener)1986
Qibing Secondary (Wepener) 1999
Society for the Blind in Mobility (Bloemfontein) 2011-2013
Blindness: 2008/01

Work Experience: Montè Casino (Waitress) 2006-2007
Blind SA Volunteer (2014- present)
Ke ya rona association for the Blind (Chairperson) 2014-present

Music Career : Primary and Secondary school choirs
Baitsepelang Morena Choir
African Revelation Church Choir
Solo Album (Ke Ngwana Hao) 2012 SADMA

Performances: 2012 – Lemotso Primary School concert (Welkom) Pep Store (Zastron)
2013 – ANC Rally (Qibing)
2014 – Youth day commemoration (Qibing) 2015 – Pep Store (Zastron)
2016 – Blind SA (Johanessburg)
2017 – Dr Molema Stadium (Bloemfontein)

Song Sample: Ke Ngwana Hao
Album: Ke Ngwana Hao

Zama Ndebele

Zama Try Ndebele

Zama Try Ndebele was born on the 21st January 1989 at New town Inanda in Kwazulu Natal. Zama started singing at the age of 21 and has recorded her debut album at the age of 25 the year 2012 at Southern African Disabled Musician Association recording studios. Her last performance was  on the 19th November 2016  at Southern African Disabled Musicians Association concert held  at the feather Market Hall in  Port Elizabeth.

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Album: Inde indlela

Gwarha

Cwenga Nomnganga

Cwenga Nomnganga better known as Gwarha which is he’s clan name, was born with an albinism condition and partially sighted, in the dusty rural areas of Engcobo Eastern cape RSA, on 1994 March 21. He did he’s primary Education at Upper Enduku sps, Engcobo 2001. Then he moved to Ezibeleni, Queenstown on 2004 due to finish up his Primary school and on 2006 he migrated to Port Elizabeth, Kwa-Dwesi, Khanyisa boarding school to finish up his Secondary Education and it’s where his music career started. As he passed he’s matric in flying colours he’s currently doing his degree at the University of Fort Hare (Alice) Bachelor of
Administration in Human Resources Management. Like most of the rappers, he developed the love and passion for music back in High School, being close to his School friends always listening to artist like Pzho, Pro X, F_Eezy, Maraza, Rattex, Driemanskap, Dangatye, Teargas, Prokid, Proverb, 50 cent, Fat Joe, Eminem, Dr. Dre, Ohayv, Yahkeem, and so many to mention.
On 2006 Gxarha decided to start writing his own lyrics and record with his phone and let his friends judge what he has recorded.
Then on 2007 he decided to open his own crew with his friend Aphiwe ‘Dr. G’ Nkonki known as M4L ‘Mutual Minds for Lyrix’ which is now have 6 talented members, after they left the kwaito crew known as Mission Boys because they have passion
in Hip hop. As they were the only Hip-hop group at school, they were performing in school shows and events, outside gigs, hip-hop street sessions just to spread the name and show the passion and love of music.

Song Sample: Ubani Kanene
Album: Ndofaya

Petros Mohlala

Petros Mohlala (Also known as Makoya) grew up in Limpopo. I started singing in the church choir at the tender age of 14years.Southern African Disabled Musicians Association discovered me in 2011 and encouraged me to compose songs for a music album. SADMA then recorded my debut album at its recording studio in Highlands North, Johannesburg.

I have since performed in the different provinces of our country at concerts promoted by SADMA.

Song Sample: Ziyawa
Album: Dibaba

Thembi Nkosi

Nombuso Gloria Thembelihle Nkosi

Thembelihle was born in Swaziland and moved to Piet Retief, Mpumalanga, where she is staying with her younger sister. She became blind when she was five and started her education at Bosele School for the Blind and Deaf till grade nine. She matriculated at Setotolwane High School.

She loves leading morning devotion songs, a reputation she gained at school. Assembly morning prayers without her were like a vacuum. She started singing in a Students Christian Movement (SCM) choir at Boselethen moved to form the Golden Singers Choir as the lead singer and composer. Thembelihle joined the “Doves of the World” and “Diphokoko” acting in their musical dramas. In 2004 she became the music organiser for the Students Christian Organisation (SCO) and has been acting as music organiser since.

The passing on of her mother in 2005 brought new roles in her life. She became a breadwinner and decided to join SADMA. The impact that had on her music career was positive. Her perspective changed as SADMA exposed her music to other people. With SADMA’s help, she released one CD and graced many events with her live music. She sang in the Women’s Day Celebration in Parliament (2006) and has since been a regular musician at the annual National Disability Day in various provinces of South Africa. She draws her inspiration from musicians like Rebecca Malope, BongiMathibela, Maria Mahlangu and MmatsatsiRamonyai. Thembelihle loves gospel music.

Thembi is currently singing in a community band and she also sings for the Adonai worship choir. At the moment her singing career is not at a place where she wants it to be she needs a lot of help.

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Jenny M

Jennifer Mokubung

Born on the 27th August 1960 in Galeshewe, Kimberley. Jennifer attended school at Ratanang Primary School in Kuruman. Her music career started at a tender age. She sang for the school choir and for the Methodist Church. Her music career continued after she left school when she was identified by a music scout named of VesMnugwang who trained and encouraged her to buy a keyboard. In 1994 she sang for “The Split” as a lead singer. In the same year she entered the Shell Road to Fame national music competition.

She started singing wedding songs and composed her first song entitled Malobola (Meaning dowry). Her fans then named her Malobola, which has now become her stage name. During this time she engaged different music bands namely Legal Protesters Band and Mbombela Jazz Band.

Jennifer now performs regularly accompanied bya six member Lion Force Band with five backing singers. SADMA discovered her in Kimberly at their talent search. This was an opportunity of her career as it opened doors for her to record her debut album entitled Makoti.

Because of her popularity, she performs regularly at music festivals and at annual government events like the International Aids Day, National Heritage Day, International Disability Day and many others.

Song Sample: Malobola
Album: Makoti

Rebecca Mokhele

I sang in school choirs from primary school until high school at Filadelfia and Optima College for the blind. Music was for recreation and entertainment. On my last year at Filadelfia I took part in the auditions held by SADMA at Filadelfia High School for the visually challenged. I won the first prize, which was a free recording deal. My debut album was recorded at the SADMA Music Recording Studio. I have performed at SADMA concerts all over the country.

Song Sample: Wambulalelani
Album: uMenda

Coach Matlawe

Meshack Coach Matlawe

Born on the 15th May 1966, Meshack started singing at primary school. During his music career, he formed a choir called BahlankabaMorena which later changed its name to Banyoriloeng Gospel Choir. Banyoriloeng Gospel Choir excelled in music and amassed awards from near and far. They were known as the best choir of the time.

As a leader, Meshack was awarded with trophies for leading voice in the 90’s. He started working as a hairstylist running his business in the backyard of his home. He also joined Eric Estate Agency while still singing for Banyoriloeng. When Banyoriloeng split, Meshack formed The Holy Singers. His voice earned him the nickname “Pele- Pele” meaning, hot chilli. Meshack relocated to Carletonville where he joined a group called Barutwanaba Morena. With Barutwana, Meshack did an albom called “Glory” which became a hit. He shared the stage with Roseline Morapedi, Tshepo Tshola, Solly Moholo and many other famous artists.

He has performed in many events like the World Aids Daycelebration, My Day, International Day of People with Disabilities, Galla Dinner and Aardklop Festivals, to mention a few. He represented Disabled People of South Africa (DPSA) in the International Rehabilitation Conference in Durban (2003). He also represented People With Disabilities at Local Aids Councils and served at the Local Disability Forum. He works at the DPSA offices as the Provincial Coordinator.
His achievements can be summed up as follows:

• Best disabled artist in Zeerust 2004.
• Recorded an album with 12 tracks.
• Shell Road to Fame entrant.

Song Sample: Che-Che
Album: Tsoha Tsoha

Bonny M

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Album: Vuma

Two Of A Kind Plus One

Mhlupheki, Buick and Masindi from a group named “Two of a kind plus one.” This group plays contemporary jazz, classical music, Afro jazz, gospel, dance music, to name a few. Mhlupheki and Masindi studied music at the Federated Union of Black Arts (FUBA) and later they were joined by Buick Vusi Twala who had already earned a good reputation for himself in music,hence the name. An excellent group offering fine music, they could do more given the opportunities. They are hampered by lack of exposure. Their last gig was in Port Elizabeth in November 2016. The group feels visual impairment is a challenge and visually impaired musicians need a marketing wing from SADMA that will work tirelessly to create opportunities for their gigs and concerts so that they can sustain themselves with income from music.

Abel Mkhwanazi was born in Johannesburg, grew up in Hammanskraal and now resident of Protea Glen, Soweto. He started his formal education at Bosele School for the Visually Impaired and later matriculated at Zenzeleni High School. He then followed his musical career at the Federated Union of Black Arts (FUBA) in Braamfontein.

Masindi Lethole was born in Meadowlands, Soweto. he started his formal education at Bosele School for the Visually Impaired and moved to the Federated Union of Black Arts (FUBA) where he completed his music tuition.

Buick is a former stage member of “ The Movers” and “All Rounders,” these groups were very popular in the 70’s. He is multi instrumental and SADMA employed his services as the second keyboard palye. Buick engineeres the Bekezela Jazz Band in 2003.
Mhlipheki and Sindi started their musical journey at FUBA and played jazz and classical music. After 1986 they joined Bekezela Jazz Band  in 1997. When Bekezela cut a CD  in 2003 which did enjoy the kind of excellence it deserved, as a result Mhlupheki and Sindi felt the demand of sizeable bands of two or three was becoming the order of the day. Thenceforth they decided to from 2 Of A Kind. This group performs in restaurants and hotel gigs. We do a combination of instrumental and vocals in our style of play. The group participated in celebrations organised by Gina for major government and corporate events. In 2013 the threesome performed for Eco Access for Kenyan tourists Their biggest challenge is gaining access to the music industry as a disabled musician.

Song Sample: Mpane Street
Album: Mixed Feelings

Pat Shongwe

Abraham Pat Shongwe

Abraham Pat Shongwe was born in Barbreton in the place called Glenthorpe.

I am a Gospel singer. I use to sing on parties, funerals and where ever they need me. At this moment I have two CD’s, the first one called UKUFISA KWAMI which I recorded at SADMA, the second one is called IZIZWE ZONKE MAZIMDUMISE which I recorded at Everlasting sound studio.

Song Sample: Ukufisa Kwami
Album: Ukufisa Kwami