Zandie Khumalo is a talented singer and songwriter from South Africa. She is the younger sister of another famous singer Kelly Khumalo and has made a name for herself in the music industry.
She has released albums and singles and has won several prestigious awards for her work. She is also a philanthropist who supports causes as diverse as education, women’s empowerment and anti-xenophobia.
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- Full name: Zandile Khumalo
- Nickname: Zandie
- Date of Birth: February 22, 1988
- Age: 36
- Gender: Female
- Birthplace: Nkutu, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
- Nationality: South African
- Occupation: Singer-songwriter
- Height: 1.65 m
- Parents: Ntombi Khumalo and Sipho Khumalo
- Siblings: Kelly Kumalo (sister), Singo Kumalo (half-sister), Christian Kumalo (half-brother)
- Spouse: Mhlo Gumede (married 2019)
- Children: Nandi Khumalo (daughter from previous relationship)
- Marital status: Married
- Net worth: $1 million
Early life and education
Zandi Kumalo was born on February 22, 1988 in Nkutu, a small town in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
She is the second child of Ntombi Khumalo and Sipho Khumalo, both of whom are teachers. She has an elder sister, Kelly Khumalo, who is a famous singer. She also has two half-siblings, Thingo and Christian.
Zandi attended Nkutu High School and after graduating from high school, she went on to study at Durban University of Technology, where she obtained a diploma in tourism.
She continues to pursue her love for music and performs at various events and festivals.
Personal life
Zandi Kumalo is happily married to music producer and manager Mhlo Gumede. After two years of dating, the two had a traditional wedding in November 2019.
They met through a mutual friend and fellow singer Vusi Nova. Zandie and Mhlo have a close relationship and support each other’s careers. They have also collaborated on a few musical projects.
Zandie has a daughter named Nandi, whom she had with her previous wife in 2010. She is a loving mother and often shares photos and videos of her daughter on her social media accounts.
She also strives to balance work and family life and spends a lot of time with her husband and daughter.
Profession
Zandie Khumalo began her career in 2007 as a backing singer for her sister Kelly Khumalo.
She has accompanied her sister on many tours and sung some of her songs. She has also collaborated with other artists such as Robbie Malinga, Sfiso Ncwane and Zahara.
Her singing skills and stage presence were recognized and appreciated, and she decided to pursue a solo career.
She released her first single, NgiaksandaA love song dedicated to her then-boyfriend in 2016. The song was well received by listeners and critics and established her as a promising artist.
She subsequently released another single, Nangu Makoti, In 2017, she released a wedding song inspired by the relationship. The song was a huge success, becoming one of the most played songs on radio and television.
In 2017, she signed a record deal with Warner Music South Africa and released her debut album, Izikhali ZamaNtungwa, in 2018. The album is a fusion of African pop, soul and gospel music, showcasing her versatility and creativity.
The album included 12 songs, including the singles “Ngiyak’thanda”, “Nangu Makoti” and “Bittersweet”. It was a commercial and critical success, earning her several nominations and awards.
In 2020, she released her second album, Iphupho Lami, which is a fusion of different genres and styles. The album contains a total of 10 tracks, including the singles “Akwanele”, “Ungenzani” and “Seng’fikile”.
The album was also well received by fans and critics alike, cementing her place as one of South Africa’s top female artists.
She has worked with artists such as Vusi Nova, Mondli Ngcobo, Lindani Gumede and Nokwazi. She has performed at various events and festivals such as the Macufe Festival, Cape Town International Jazz Festival, Durban July Festival and the South African Music Awards. She has also toured internationally, performing in Botswana, Namibia, Zimbabwe and the UK.
Awards
Zandie Khumalo has won several awards for her music such as;
- Her album “Izikhali ZamaNtungwa” won the Best African Pop Album Award at the 25th South African Music Awards in 2019.
- She won the Best Female Artist Award at the 4th Mzansi Kwaito and House Music Awards in 2019 for the song Nangu Makoti.
- Best Afro-Pop Artist at the 3rd Ingoma Awards in 2019.
- Her song “Ngiyak’thanda” won the Best Afropop Album Award at the 16th Metro FM Music Awards in 2017.
dispute
Zandie Khumalo has faced some controversies and dramas in her career such as;
In 2020, she announced she had severed ties with her sister, Kelly Khumalo, following a contract dispute with a music promoter.
She accused her sister of being selfish and dishonest and said she didn’t want to have any contact with her anymore.
She also said she changed her last name to Gumede in honour of her husband. She later apologized to her sister and the public, saying her actions were motivated by anger and frustration.
In 2019, she was accused of stealing the song “Akwanele” from another singer, Nomfundo Moh. She denied the allegations and said she bought the song from a producer who had the sales rights.
She also said she was unaware that someone else had recorded the song and was willing to resolve the matter amicably.
In 2018, she got into a physical altercation with a woman who claimed to be her ex-boyfriend’s girlfriend. She claimed the woman attacked her at a hotel and she acted in self-defense.
She also said the woman, against whom she filed a battery lawsuit and obtained a restraining order, was lying and trying to tarnish her image.
Social Media
- Instagram: @zandie_khumalo_gumede
- Twitter: @zandie_khumalo
Discography
- Album:
- Izkali Zama Ntongwa
- Ipfu Lamy
- singles:
- Ngiaksanda
- Nangu Makoti
- Bittersweet
- Akwanele
- Ungenzani
- Senfikil
- Njibhaik
- Nqaba Yami
- Utando Luvisu
net worth
According to various sources, Zandie Khumalo’s net worth is estimated to be $1 million.
Her income is derived from music sales, streaming royalties, live performances, endorsements, and other ventures.
