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Solly Moholo was considered a pivotal figure in South African gospel music. [2] His music was acclaimed and resonated with millions across the nations of South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Namibia, and Lesotho. [2] He was described to have used his music to fight crime by the premier of Gauteng Panyaza Lesufi amongst others. [4]
Ntokozo Mbambo (born 6 November 1985) is a South African singer-songwriter. Born and raised in Umlazi, [1] Mbambo professional music career began as a member and lead singer of the gospel group Joyous Celebration at the age of 15.
Joyous Celebration is a South African gospel group formed by Mthunzi Namba, Jabu Hlongwane and Lindelani Mkhize in 1994. [1]Their debut studio album Joyous Celebration, Vol. 9 (2005), became their best-selling album and certified 2 × platinum in South Africa. [2]
The song was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Original Song at the 66th Golden Globe Awards and the Academy Award for Best Original Song at the 81st Academy Awards. [3] The group performed at the 2010 FIFA World Cup final draw on 4 December 2009 in Cape Town, South Africa. [4]
Deborah Fraser (June 9, 1965 – May 15, 2022) [2] [3] [4] was a South African gospel singer. She began her career in 1985 as a backing singer, and recorded her own album in 2000, titled Abanye bayombona , which became commercial success sold over 1 million copies in South Africa.
Sicelo Moya is a South African gospel singer best known for his 2013 album Bread of Life, and 2017 album “Solid Rock”. He has received Awards for Best Gospel Album, Best Worship Song at South African Crown Gospel Music Awards. He was also awarded Best Gospel DVD at the Mpumalanga Gospel Music Awards.
"Sign of a Victory" is a song by American singer R. Kelly, featuring the South African gospel choir Soweto Spiritual Singers. It was the official anthem of the 2010 FIFA World Cup held in South Africa. Released on June 6, 2010, for digital download, the song received generally positive critical reception, and became a minor hit.
2000: Awarded an Honorary Doctorate Degree in Theology by The South African Bible Institute in conjunction with the Zion Christian University of USA. This is in honor of the impact Dr Derrick’s music on thousands of people. 2008: Honored as a South African Gospel Music Pioneer by the SABC Crown Gospel Music Awards.