ZEE NXUMALO SECURES FULL DURBAN JULY LINE-UP

By Phumzile Ndlovu

MBABANE – Fully booked and busy!

Eswatini’s rising music queen, Zee Nxumalo, is officially booked and busy for the Durban July weekend, and fans in KZN couldn’t be more excited.

Born Zandile Nxumalo the 22-year-old Afro-pop and Amapiano sensation announced via social media that she’s fully booked for multiple high-profile events during South Africa’s most glamorous weekend.

“Officially fully booked for Durban July…❤️❤️ thank you for the support DURBAN‼️‼️” she shared with her fans.

The 2025 Hollywoodbets Durban July is set for Saturday, July 5, at Greyville Racecourse, with the theme “Marvels of Mzansi”—a celebration of local fashion, music, and heritage.

This year will be the 129th edition of Africa’s greatest horse racing event. It is the biggest horse racing and fashion event of the year. This year’s theme celebrates South Africa rich culture and heritage comes to life with electrifying Big 5 experience where sophistication meets untamed energy. It’s not just a horse race; it’s the culture event of the year—and Zee is front and centre.

Her jam-packed schedule includes performances at major venues and marquees such as:

Soundland – Thukzin, DJ Lag & Friends
Durban Edition
Hollywoodbets Durban July
Maqaqa Exclusive Lifestyle
Saso Marquee
Fact Durban Rocks

Zee Nxumalo recently performed in Eswatini at the 18^th edition of the MTN Bushfire Festival Main Stage on 31 May 2025. She also performed at MTN Bushfire Firefly Grand Finale in April this year.

Zee’s full booking across these top-tier events marks a major milestone in her career and reflects her growing influence in South Africa’s music and entertainment scene. She is now a staple on the national party calendar, rubbing shoulders with top-tier acts and delivering electrifying performances to thousands.

This career high comes just weeks after her Spotify monthly listeners surpassed 2 million, while her breakout EP “Inja YeGame” soared past 20 million total streams. Her fan-favourite single “Thula Mabota”, and her latest chart-topper “Ngisakuthanda”, are already staples in South Africa’s musical landscape.

With her genre-crossing collabs—most recently with Nasty C on “Life Of A Party”—and major streaming wins, Zee Nxumalo isn’t just showing up to Durban July—she’s owning it.

As South Africa gears up for a weekend of glamour, fashion, and music, one thing’s for sure: Zee Nxumalo is the name on everyone’s lips.

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