uMafikizolo (born on 3 September 2000) is a rising South African Maskandi artist. He is best known for his hit song Uyoncengwa Unyoko, a defiant break-up song about a rejected lover who refuses to beg for reconciliation.
Biography: uMafikizolo 
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Real Name: Khethukuthula Mhlongo |
Stage Name: uMafikizolo |
Place of Birth: Mnambithi, KwaZulu Natal |
Date of Birth: 3 September 2000 (Age - 25) |
Occupation: Maskandi artist |
Years Active: 2024 - Present |
Nationality: South African |
Early Life and Background
uMafikizolo was born as Khethukuthula Mhlongo on 3 September 2000, in Mnambithi, KwaZulu Natal. Growing up, he dreamt of becoming a musician whose music will be played in radio stations nation wide. [1]
Music Career of uMafikizolo
uMafikizolo gained major attention in 2024 with the single Ngathi Nguye (featuring Umashotana). In 2025 he became even more prominent with the hit Uyoncengwa Unyoko — a defiant break-up anthem (“I’m not going to beg you, your mother will beg you”).
The song has racked up millions of streams (over 14 million on Spotify reported) and sparked TikTok dance challenges. Between 2025 and 2026 Uyoncengwa Unyoko received heavy radio play on Ukhozi FM and Umhlobo Wenene. In December 2025 Fikile Mbalula, ANC Secretary General included the song on his top 10 songs of 2025. [2][3]
uMafikizolo has other notable tracks including Inja Kabi Lena (ft. Nomfundo Moh), Igoli, and various Maskandi releases. He sometimes performs solo and sometimes he performs with fellow musical artists. uMafikizolo also appeared on Amalanga Awafani, a telenovela about Maskandi music. He started shooting with its crew and cast on 17 October 2025. [1][2][4]
Awards
He was nominated for awards such as Best Maskandi Album at the SAMAs and Song of the Year (2025) categories on major radio stations. His song Uyoncengwa Unyoko won the highly contested “Ingoma Ehlukanisa Unyaka” (Song of the Year) on Ukhozi FM during the (2025/2026) New Year’s crossover. [6]
In April 2026, he won the Song of the Year award at the Metro Music Awards. [5]
Discography
| Year | Title | Type | Key Tracks / Notes |
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| 2025 | Uyoncengwa Unyoko | EP | Includes “Uyoncengwa Unyoko” (11x Platinum) and “Uzigade Ngani?” |
| 2025 | Inja Kabi Lena | EP | Features the hit “Inja Kabi Lena” and “Awsukanini” |
| 2025 | Shona Malanga | Album | A major 2025 studio release |
| 2025 | Inja Kabi Lena (Remix) | Album | Expanded version or remix compilation |
| 2024 | Ngathi Nguye | Album | Featured the popular track “Ngathi Nguye” (feat. Umashotana) |
| References | ||
| 1. | Amalanga Awafani for Umafikizol-o – By Jabulani Langa on 19 Oct 2025 | Daily Sun (snl24.com) |
| 2. | Umafikizolo’s ‘Uyoncengwa Unyoko’ takes the lead with 14 million Spotify streams – By Oluthando Keteyi on 04 Nov 2025 | The Star (thestar.co.za) |
| 3. | From Ladysmith to top charts: uMafiikizolo’s defiant break-up anthem captures South Africa – By Charles Khuzwayo and Lutho Pasiya on 31 Dec 2025 | IOL (iol.co.za) |
| 4. | uMafikizolo songs on Spotify | spotify.com |
| 5. | Umafikizoolo. Apple Music | Apple Music (music.apple.com) |
| 6. | Uyoncengwa Unyoko: Umafikizolo turns heartbreak into fame! – By Jabulani Langa on 30 Apr 2026 | Daily Sun (snl24.com) |
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