Thandiswa Mazwai stands as one of the most influential musicians in post-apartheid South Africa, with a career spanning nearly three decades dedicated to championing Kwaito, a vibrant dance music genre. On April 1st, Thandiswa captured headlines with her highly anticipated Tiny Desk performance, captivating audiences with her opening track "Nizalwa Ngobani?" and concluding with the soulful "Lahl'umlenze." Today, she once again graces the spotlight with the release of her latest single, 'Kulungile,' a precursor to her upcoming album 'Sankofa,' scheduled for release on May 10th. Collaborating with pianist Dr Nduduzo Makhathini, 'Kulungile' delivers a poignant message of resilience, urging listeners to overcome past wounds and discover inner peace. The song's title, translating to 'it is well' in isiXhosa, serves as a powerful reflection of Mazwai’s personal journey, resonating with the universal truth that pain subsides and healing is possible. Today, she joins us to delve deeper into the inspiration behind 'Kulungile' and her upcoming album, 'Sankofa.'

<p>Thandiswa Mazwai stands as one of the most influential musicians in post-apartheid South Africa, with a career spanning nearly three decades dedicated to championing Kwaito, a vibrant dance music genre. On April 1st, Thandiswa captured headlines with her highly anticipated Tiny Desk performance, captivating audiences with her opening track "Nizalwa Ngobani?" and concluding with the soulful "Lahl'umlenze." Today, she once again graces the spotlight with the release of her latest single, 'Kulungile,' a precursor to her upcoming album 'Sankofa,' scheduled for release on May 10th. Collaborating with pianist Dr Nduduzo Makhathini, 'Kulungile' delivers a poignant message of resilience, urging listeners to overcome past wounds and discover inner peace. The song's title, translating to 'it is well' in isiXhosa, serves as a powerful reflection of Mazwai’s personal journey, resonating with the universal truth that pain subsides and healing is possible. Today, she joins us to delve deeper into the inspiration behind 'Kulungile' and her upcoming album, 'Sankofa.'</p>

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.

<p>POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show programme, hosted by Lerato Mbele. The show delves deeper into the news of the day along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. Mbele also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners makes sense of their world.</p>

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