Amaza Ntshanga Ventures into AfroTech with Debut Single ‘Bana Yango’
Award-winning radio host Amaza Ntshanga is stepping into the vibrant world of AfroTech music, marking a bold expansion of his two-decade-long career in broadcasting. Known for shaping conversations around music, culture, and urban lifestyle, Amaza now channels his creativity into producing music that reflects both his roots and his experiences on air.
His debut single, titled Bana Yango, features multi-talented vocalist Jon Delinger and will be released under international label Asanda Empires, home to rapper Sosoboy Fosho. The track showcases Amaza’s signature style, blending hypnotic AfroTech beats with spiritual undertones and meditative rhythms.
“AfroTech speaks to my soul. It’s rooted, spiritual, patient, and intentional. It allows African rhythm to meet global electronic language without losing identity,” Amaza explains. “For me, AfroTech isn’t about trends, it’s about timelessness.”
Amaza’s journey into music has been gradual. While radio placed him at the centre of sound and emotion, his love for electronic music quietly developed over years of late-night listening and reflection. AfroTech became the medium through which he could translate his experiences and spiritual journey into sound. He describes his music as “deep, soulful, and meditative. Music you can dance to, pray to, drive to, or sit with in silence. It’s not rushed; it’s intentional.”
Two decades on the radio shaped Amaza’s approach to music. Discipline, storytelling, and listener awareness are central to his production process. “I think about the emotional journey, not just the beat. Radio trained my ear to understand what feels honest and what moves people,” he says. The biggest challenge in transitioning from radio to music was vulnerability. “As a curator, you present other people’s work. As a creator, you present yourself. That shift requires courage to trust your instinct and stand by your sound.”
African rhythm and ancestral memory are key elements in Amaza’s tracks. Even subtle cultural references are woven into his music to maintain authenticity and spiritual depth. He believes South Africa is central to AfroTech’s global rise, with the genre becoming a language that transcends borders.
Amaza plans to continue hosting radio while producing music. He sees both worlds complementing each other. “Radio is part of who I am. For now, the two worlds coexist beautifully.”
With Bana Yango as the first step, Amaza aims to release more music, collaborate with artists, and create live experiences. He views the journey as an opportunity for growth and contribution rather than competition. Reflecting on 2025, he overcame self-doubt and fear of starting something new, learning that clarity comes from action.
Amaza Ntshanga’s move into AfroTech signals a new chapter, where storytelling evolves from the microphone to the rhythm of music. Bana Yango is not just a debut single; it is a testament to courage, creativity, and the power of intentional sound.
