In this blog post, the Fakazahub media team brings you a comprehensive profile of the renowned South African songstress & model, Mawhoo. We explore key aspects of her life, including her biography, date of birth and age, relationship status, net worth, as well as her most popular songs and albums.
Real Name: Thandeka Ngema
Age : 30 Years
Origin: KwaZulu-Natal
Net worth: $100,000 – $1M
Biography of Mawhoo
Mawhoo, born Thandeka Ngema on December 16, 1994, in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, is a renowned musician, performer, model, and songwriter. She pursued higher education at the University of South Africa (UNISA), where she also engaged in modeling activities. Her passion for music led her to blend Afro-pop, house, and soul genres, creating a unique sound that resonates with a diverse audience. She was featured in Mthandeni Sk’s 2024 Hit song titled “Gucci” which was named best songs of the year in Ukhozi FM Awards.
Age
As of February 2, 2025, Mawhoo is 30 years old.
Hit Songs
Mawhoo gained significant attention with her debut single, “Umshado,” released in 2019. The song, which means “Wedding” or “Marriage” in isiZulu, garnered nearly a million views on YouTube. She has collaborated with prominent artists such as DJ Maphorisa, Kabza De Small, and Heavy K, further establishing her presence in the South African music scene.
Albums
- What a Time to Be Alive (2022)
- The Chosen (2023)
- The Sound of Magic (2024)
Boyfriend
In 2024 during a live interview with L-Tido, Ngema revealed that she had multiple men on her social media account that contact her, including rapper Lil Wayne, Jay Z and Rick Ross. Her fans insisted her to prove if this was even true, to which Ngema shared a screenshot of a chat with Lil Wayne. Mawhoo also once dated businessman Hlubi Nkosi who she dated for two years before she ended the relationship.
Net Worth
Mawhoo’s net worth is estimated to be between $100,000 and $1 million, according to various online sources. Her primary source of income is her music career, which includes performances, collaborations, and music sales.
Mawhoo continues to captivate audiences with her distinctive musical style and remains a prominent figure in the South African entertainment industry.
SOURCES:
1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/MaWhoo
2. https://www.timeslive.co.za/tshisa-live/tshisa-live/2024-03-08-the-women-he-loved-were-me-and-londie-london–mawhoo-on-her-relationship-with-hlubi-nkosi/
3. https://kingminds.net/mawhoo-nontobeko-thandeka-ngema-biography-early-life-age-career-songs-net-worth/
