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Luyolo Yiba (born 29 October 1995) is best known as Lu-Yolo a South African singer and songwriter.
He rose to fame in 2019 after winning the South African Idol music competition.
He is also known for his role in the South African television series Generations.
South African singer
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| Name: | Luyolo Iba |
| stage name: | Ruyolo |
| Date of Birth: | October 29, 1995 (28 years old) |
| place of birth: | Buffalo River |
| Country of Citizenship: | South Africa |
| Boyfriend • Husband: | Not single |
| Profession: | Singer • Composer |
| net worth: | $100,000 to $200,000 |
early life
Luyolo Yiba was born on 29 October 1995 in Buffalo River, King Williams Township, Eastern Cape.
Born in Dumisani and Nomboniso, he was a hard-working, enthusiastic boy who invested energy in developing his talents and excelled in school.
He grew up in King Williams Township in the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. His parents did not actively support his love of music but made sure he completed higher education.
Luyolo Yiba loved music and he tried hard to convince his parents to let him pursue it.
educate
Luyolo Yiba received his primary and secondary education in King Williams Township.
He obtained a degree in Information Technology from Walter Sisulu University.
Profession
Luyolo Yiba started his professional career in 2019. He signed up for the 2019 South African Idols Competition (15th edition) held at the Big Top Arena in Ekurhuleni and won the championship.
He attracted the attention of fans through his performance. He came from his hometown of King Williams to audition for the show, and his performance surprised the judges and finally qualified for the competition.
He performed a brilliant rendition of a John Legend song in the finale. He won a cash grand prize of Rs 10 lakh, a Huawei Mate Book X, a GT watch, a Ford Fiesta 1.0 Ecoboost, a B525 router and a record deal with Gallo.
Luyolo Yiba released his first album titled Ithemba on November 27, 2020 after the pandemic.
A former software developer for a South African tech company, he celebrated his victory at Carnival Town in Brakpan with his parents after participating in the South African Idol competition that changed the course of his life and that of his parents.
Discography
- My love for you
- Sunshine in the rain
- You are the reason
Personal life
Luyolo Yiba is currently in a relationship and his girlfriend’s name is unknown but his Instagram account often uploads photos of the two of them.
After winning the South African Idol music competition, he left his hometown in King Williamstown in the Eastern Cape and moved to Johannesburg.
According to him, he wants to make the most of his newfound fame and showcase his talent to the world. He is a huge fan of the Springboks.
Social Media
Luyolo Yiba is active on social media. His Instagram @luyolomusic and Twitter @luyolo_yiba have over 200,000 followers.
net worth
Famous South African singer Luyolo Yiba has an estimated net worth of $100,000 to $200,000.
