Mawhoo Set to Release New EP Amazwi Okubonga on August 28, 2025
South African singer-songwriter Mawhoo, born Thandeka Nontobeko Ngema, has confirmed that her upcoming EP Amazwi Okubonga will be released on August 28, 2025. She announced the news on her social media platforms, inviting fans to pre-order the project, signaling the growing anticipation around her latest work.
The EP already has an official launch page on Africori’s Feature.fm platform. A live countdown clock is running ahead of the release, and fans can pre-add or pre-save the project on Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, Deezer, TIDAL, and other platforms. This marks a well-planned rollout designed to maximize visibility and ensure strong first-week streaming numbers.
Mawhoo’s announcement comes shortly after she was named Spotify’s EQUAL Africa Ambassador for July 2025. The recognition has amplified her global profile and solidified her position as a leading voice in the African music scene. Her music blends Amapiano with Zulu heritage, creating a sound that is both distinctive and culturally rooted. This ambassador role highlights her influence and adds momentum to her upcoming release.
In June 2025, Mawhoo scored a massive success with her single Bengicela, featuring GL_Ceekay, Thukuthela, and Jazzworx. The track reached number one on Apple Music’s all-genres chart, trended on YouTube, broke into the Shazam viral rankings, and peaked at number five on Spotify’s top songs chart. This strong performance provides a powerful lead-in to the Amazwi Okubonga EP and proves her ability to dominate charts across multiple platforms.
Mawhoo entered the scene in 2019 with her debut single Umshado, featuring Heavy-K. Since then, she has collaborated with some of the biggest names in South African music, including DJ Maphorisa, Kabza De Small, Master KG, and Sam Deep. Her track Kulula earned gold certification, and her feature-rich catalog showcases her versatility and consistent demand as a vocalist. Each milestone has built toward the release of Amazwi Okubonga, which represents the next step in her musical evolution.
The release of Amazwi Okubonga on August 28 positions Mawhoo for another breakthrough moment. Her recent recognition as EQUAL Africa Ambassador, combined with the chart success of Bengicela and a strong pre-save campaign, sets the stage for the EP to make a significant impact. Fans can expect music that blends her soulful delivery with the energy of Amapiano, offering tracks that are both culturally resonant and commercially strong. Mawhoo’s rise has been marked by consistent growth, and with Amazwi Okubonga, she is on track to strengthen her standing as one of the most influential voices in South African music today.
