Naledi Aphiwe's win as Afro Pop Artist of the Year at the 2024 Basadi in Music Awards. For her hit song “Ngiyabonga”. Picture : Instagram
Naledi Aphiwe Myongwane a rising star in the music world, has won the SoftnFree Afro Pop Artist of the Year award at the 2024 Basadi in Music Awards.
The Grade 12 learner from Khethokuhle Secondary School was awarded for her hit song “Ngiyabonga.”
The awards ceremony was held at the Johannesburg Theatre, where Naledi not only accepted her award but also performed, showing off her incredible talent.
Aphiwe first became famous with a viral singing video that caught the attention of music fans everywhere. Her fame grew even more when she appeared on Chris Brown's 11:11 album in 2023, which helped her gain more recognition in the music industry.
The Basadi in Music Awards celebrate the success of female artists, and this year, Naledi was recognised for her work in Afro Pop.
Her song "Ngiyabonga" has really connected with listeners, which is why she received this important award.
After the event, Naledi took to Instagram to thank her fans, saying, “Thank you guys so much for supporting me and voting for me, I am nothing without you guys.”
She also thanked Ska TheDesigner for providing her with a stunning outfit for the evening. “Thank you @skaworld.official for dressing me”.
Aphiwe’s victory was met with widespread celebration on social media.
Fans and supporters from all over shared their excitement and congratulated her on this well-deserved achievement.
The Department of Basic Education in KwaZulu-Natal also joined in the celebration. Their official Twitter account, @DBE_KZN, shared a message from MEC Sipho Hlomuka, congratulating Aphiwe on her success.
“MEC Sipho Hlomuka congratulates Naledi Aphiwe Mnyongwane, a Matriculant and Afro Pop Artist Winner.
Huge congratulations to Naledi Aphiwe Mnyongwane, a Grade 12 Learner from Khethokuhle Secondary School in Ntuzima circuit, Pinetown District for winning the Afro Pop Artist of the Year at the Basadi in Music Awards 2024!"Your talent is unmatched, said MEC Sipho Homuka. #KZNproud #KZNDOE #BasadiAwards #EducationExcellence”.
MEC Sipho Hlomuka congratulates Naledi Aphiwe Mnyongwane, a Matriculant and Afro Pop Artist Winner🏆
The celebration continued on social media, with @Sisathando1 tweeting, “Naledi Aphiwe shined at the Basadi in Music Awards this weekend after she was awarded Artist of the Year. #BasadiInMusicAwards2024.”
Naledi Aphiwe shined at the Basadi in Music Awards this weekend after she was Awarded artist of the year.#BasadiInMusicAwards2024 pic.twitter.com/1KbGDt7TY7
— Sisa (@Sisathando1) August 12, 2024
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