BY GCWALISILE MHLABANE
MBABANE– All eyes are firmly fixed on the Kingdom’s very own Zee Nxumalo as her ascent to the pinnacle of South African music and culture reaches new, stratospheric heights.
The Eswatini-born sensation has officially been crowned the “Voice of the Moment,” gracing the prestigious December 2025 -January 2026 cover of Glamour Magazine South Africa.
Zee shared the striking cover image and a series of high-fashion editorial shots on her Instagram account. Her understated yet impactful caption, “She’s on a front cover of a magazine,” quickly ignited a wave of excitement among fans and industry peers alike. The post was inundated with congratulatory messages from prominent South African celebrities, including Boity Thulo and Moozlie, who praised Zee’s remarkable journey from emerging talent to a fully realized cultural powerhouse.
Glamour Magazine’s editorial team lauded Zee Nxumalo as the definitive face of modern South African sound, highlighting her unique ability to fuse cultural heritage with a fearless, expressive style. The feature describes her as “daring, dynamic, and firmly in control of her narrative,” qualities that have propelled her to stand out in a highly competitive industry.
The magazine’s cover headline, “All Eyes On Her,” perfectly encapsulates the magnetic pull of an artist whose rise has been impossible to ignore. Throughout 2025, Zee Nxumalo shattered records and expectations, becoming the most streamed female artist on Spotify South Africa. Her music resonates deeply with audiences, blending authentic storytelling with innovative sounds that capture the evolving spirit of South African youth culture.
Zee Nxumalo’s journey from her roots in Eswatini to becoming a celebrated “Jozi baby” in Johannesburg is a testament to her immense talent and relentless determination. At just 22 years old, she has already made significant strides in the industry, building a discography that defines the current era of hit-making.
Her meteoric rise began in earnest with her 2023 breakout single ‘Pholile,’ which featured renowned artists Azana and Mlindo The Vocalist. Since that debut, she has continued to dominate the airwaves and dancefloors with a string of massive hits including the infectious ‘Funk 55,’ the high-energy ‘Shayimoto,’ and the soul-stirring ‘Nguwe,’ proving that she is not just a passing trend but a mainstay in the African music landscape.
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