Biography
Ntombezinhle Jiyane (born 30 December 1983) is a South African DJ, producer, media personality and businesswoman.
She is known in the South African entertainment industry by her stage name DJ Zinhle.
She started her career in 2004 and has been active ever since, getting better and better at releasing hit songs for her fans and followers.
The popular DJ is actively involved in advocacy programs to help at-risk young South African women.
South African record producer
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| Full name: | Ntombezinhle Jiyane |
| Stage name: | DJ Zinhle |
| Born: | December 30, 1983 (age 40) |
| Place of birth: | Dannhauser |
| Baby’s father: | Also known as |
| Nationality: | South Africa |
| Daughter: | Kairo Owethu Forbes |
| Boyfriend • Husband: | AKA, Murdah Bongz & Brendon Naidoo (Exes) |
| Job: | DJ • Record Producer |
| Net worth: | $800,000-$1,500,000 |
Early life
DJ Zinhle was born on December 30, 1983. She was born and raised in Dannhauser, South Africa.
She has an older brother who is a great source of inspiration and motivation for her.
She never had dreams of becoming a DJ until her brother talked her into it, she stated this in an interview with a South African radio station.
Education
DJ Zinhle completed his primary and secondary education in South Africa.
Career
Her career in the industry started around 2004, she intended to pursue a career in TV hosting but didn’t get the chance. Her brother, who was passionate about mixing vinyl, inspired her to love and become a DJ, and her passion for it grew.
DJ Zinhle rose to national fame as a DJ on Jika Majika, a South African youth dance show. Since then, she has achieved new milestones.
She has also collaborated with other top South African entertainers on various projects. She worked on the music album I Put It In with Boom Shaka. The album featured Dr. Malinga, Khanyi Mbau, Mphoza and many other South African music stars.
Along with Amanda Black, she headlined the Sisters with Soul concert. She also performed at the 2019 Zimfest Live concert in Zimbabwe.
DJ Zinhle wowed music fans with her hit song Umlilo and the song received 5.1 million streams within three months and was voted Song of the Year in 2029.
Awards and nominations
- She was nominated for Song of the Year at the 19th SAMA and the 12th Metro FM Awards.
- Top 10 most influential women in South Africa according to Bona magazine.
- Oprah magazine’s list of 21 most powerful African women.
- She was named the fourth most powerful celebrity in South Africa by Channel 24.
- Woman of the Year by Glamour magazine.
- Africa’s Top Female DJ (2019)
- Forbes Woman Africa Entertainer Award (2020)
Personal life
DJ Zinhle is not married but has a cute 9-year-old daughter named Kairo Owethu Forbes. She had the child with famous South African rapper, AKA.
She has been in relationships with Murdah Bongz and Brendon Naidoo, but all of them ended badly. She celebrates her birthday every year at her mansion.
Social media
DJ Zinhle is active on various social media platforms. She has over 3.7 million followers on Instagram. Her Instagram and Twitter accounts are @djzinhle.
Net worth
DJ Zinhle, a talented South African DJ, has an estimated net worth of $800,000 to $1,500,000.
