The celebrated South African rapper KO, whose real name is Ntokozo Mdluli, will make his performance debut in Bulawayo this December as the headline act for the Bulawayo Shutdown concert. He described the upcoming show as a venture into new territory and expressed anticipation for connecting with his Zimbabwean audience. The event will also feature fellow South African artist Young Stunna and numerous local talents, including Winky D, Noluntu J, and Fab G.
Reflecting on a career spanning nearly twenty years, KO highlighted several significant achievements. He noted that his former group, Teargas, was the only South African act to attend the BET Awards in 2011. He also mentioned being the first hip-hop artist to win the Song of the Year award at the South African Music Awards. His latest album, Phara City, was released earlier this year. KO attributes his enduring success to a focus on perfecting his craft and encouraging self-motivation over external validation.
Reflecting on a career spanning nearly twenty years, KO highlighted several significant achievements. He noted that his former group, Teargas, was the only South African act to attend the BET Awards in 2011. He also mentioned being the first hip-hop artist to win the Song of the Year award at the South African Music Awards. His latest album, Phara City, was released earlier this year. KO attributes his enduring success to a focus on perfecting his craft and encouraging self-motivation over external validation.
