Mpumalanga gospel artists celebrated

Music lovers were enthralled and their spirits elevated as gospel artists performed during the 7th Mpumalanga Gospel Awards at Emnotweni last Sunday night.

The celebratory mood was heightened when the MC Khaya Angel Modise broke the news that eMalahleni teen, Zama Khumalo, is the 2020 Idols winner.

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The MEC for sports and recreation, Lindiwe Ntshalintshali, honoured one of the province’s legends, Nicholas Mabuza, He is a gospel muso and keyboard player.

Mabuza is known for his praise song, “Dumisani sizwe sonke Amandla ka Jehova”.

Mpumalanga Gospel Awards winners for 2020

 Best song of the year: “Ngiyakholelwa KuJesu” by Ndumiso Makubule

Best male artist of the year: Reginald Jabu

Best gospel single: Reginald Jabu

Best female Artist: Thenjiswa Makhushe

Best newcomer: Inkazimulo Gospel Group

Best traditional gospel song: Lucky Gamede

Best collaboration: Sebenzile Nzimande ft Colen Maluleka

Best songwriter: Bishop Andries Sibanda

Best gospel music video: Themba Nyathi Best gospel poet: Mthokozisi M ft Nsele

Best national gospel artist: Canaan Nyathi

Best national female artist: Londiwe Nxumalo

Best national male artist: Minister Lombard

Best national Amadodana group: Bahlanka ba Moea, the Legacy.

Best national traditional song: “Qhamisa Mpayipheli”