DJ Zinhle celebrates 20 years in the music industry
DJ Zinhle, a celebrated figure in the South African entertainment industry, is commemorating a remarkable 20-year milestone in her illustrious career. The 40-year-old media personality, whose real name is Ntombezinhle Jiyane, has cemented her status as a force to be reckoned with in the music scene, captivating audiences with her exceptional talent and versatility.
Over the course of two decades, Zinhle has amassed a string of hit productions, including the iconic tracks âUmlilo,â âMy Name Is,â and âSiyabonga,â which have resonated with listeners across the country and beyond. Her prowess as a DJ has been widely recognized, with the prestigious DJaneTop ranking her as the number-one DJ in Africa for an impressive five consecutive years, a testament to her unwavering dedication and artistic brilliance.
As Zinhle reflects on this significant achievement, her remarkable journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring artists and music enthusiasts alike, highlighting the power of perseverance, creativity, and the ability to captivate audiences through the universal language of music.
âMy journey as a DJ went by so fast. I didnât know that I was going to wake up, and it was twenty years later. But just looking back, I feel like it was those things where you take things one thing at a time and one step at a time.
âWhen I started, I didnât even have plans to be a DJ. I didnât even think Iâd be celebrating twenty years. It feels like Iâm a fraud when I celebrate this milestone because I didnât even want to be a DJ. But God has been good. I donât want to lie though, I donât know how I got here,â the DJ said.
In a testament to her burgeoning success, renowned DJ Zinhle is set to host a special show titled âZee Nationâ on August 9th at the Nasrec venue in Johannesburg. This event marks a significant milestone in the artistâs career, as she continues to solidify her presence in the digital sphere, particularly on the popular social media platform TikTok.