Zolani Mahola

Join us for an intimate evening with singer, actress, and storyteller Zolani Mahola — a voice that has moved audiences across the world. As the former lead vocalist of Freshlyground, Zolani spent 17 years touring internationally and collaborating with artists such as Stevie Wonder, BB King, Shakira, Hugh Masekela, and Johnny Clegg — including her contribution to the global anthem Waka Waka.

Her work spans music, film, and theatre: from performing at Carnegie Hall to winning a Fleur du Cap Award for Best Actress and a South African Music Award for Best Produced Album for her solo debut Thetha Mama. She is an ambassador for the Seachange Project and co-creator of the Tribeca-recognised podcast Back To The Water.

This special night brings together a first listen of her new solo album People Power, an exclusive live performance and sharing of the stories behind the album.

Produced in collaboration with the Grammy-nominated producer Hannah V, People Power delivers a uniquely South African sound to the world, moving seamlessly across Afro-pop, stadium anthems, Gqom, 3-Step, and acoustic ballads — all woven through with Zolani's proud Xhosa heritage and an irrepressible Afro-futuristic spirit.