The Mzantsi Jazz Awards. Recognising the role of Jazz music as a genre that deserves special attention in the evolving South Africa Music industry. Morio was in conversation with the founder of the Mzantsi Jazz Awards, Dr Mongezi Makhalima as well as 2 nominees of the awards. 

Mthobisi Mthalane - Best Male Jazz Artist, Best Jazz Album and Best Jazz Traditional Album.

As well as DeeLee Dube - Best Female Jazz Artist, and Best Jazz Song.