Ndivhudzannyi Ralivhona, known by her stage name Makhadzi is a South African female vocalist conveying her music to the world in the genres of Dance/Venda Pop.
Makhadzi is a singer, dancer and an entrepreneur.
Ealy Life and Musical Beginnings
Makhadzi was born on 30, June, 1996, in Ha-Mashamba, Limpopo.
After the separation of her parents, she and her two younger siblings moved to stay with their mother. She attended Mukula Integrated School. Makhadzi obtained her qualifications in Public Relations and currently studying drama.
Career
Prior to her becoming a musician, Makhadzi used to perform at Taxi ranks, getting money from people’s offering. She later joined a music group, Makhirikhiri, as a dancer.
She later moved fully into music after she left the dancing group.
Makhadzi gained attention after the release of Tshanda Vhuya in 2017. Her eight studio album Matorokisi debuted at number two in South Africa in 2019.
She was previously signed to the following record labels:
- Blaq Skopion Music
- Rita Dee Entertainment
- Open mic Productions
She is currently in her own record label, Makhadzi Entertainment.
In 2015, she attracted the attention of Rita Dee Entertainment and got signed and released her album, Muhwalo Uya Ndemela, the following year.
Makhadzi’s ninth studio album Kokovha became one of her biggest successes and debuted at number one on the South African iTunes albums charts.
Discography
Studio albums
Shumela Venda in 2019.
Matorokisi in 2019.
Kokovha in 2020.
Africa Queen in 2021.
Pain Ya Jealousy in 2022 among many other awards including the most recent one, which is , Best Female Artist and Best Traditional Album for the song, African Queen.
Awards
- Song of the Year (Tshikwama) during Tshivenda Music Awards in 2019.
- Best Tshivenda Hit in 2017 during LMAC.
- Artist of the Year during Tshivenda Music Awards in 2019.
- Best Female Artist in 2020.
Makhadzi is yet an amazing, insightful and talented female vocalist who continues to be a beacon of hope to all youngsters seeking to make it in the world of music , especially females.
written by Ruth Ama Onumah
