Jessica Mbangeni
Jessica Mbangeni | |
|---|---|
| Born | 22 August 1977 Nqamakwe, Eastern Cape, South Africa |
| Origin | Johannesburg |
| Occupations |
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| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 2002–present |
| Labels | Kwantu Entertainment |
| Formerly of | Soweto Gospel Choir |
Jessica Mbangeni (born August 22, 1977) is a South African praise poet and singer. Born and raised in Nqamakwe, Eastern Cape, she rose to prominence after participating on Soweto Gospel Choir in 2002.
She has also pursued an acting career. In 2013, Mbangeni made her on-screen feature debut in Zabalaza, and appeared as a guest on the television series Skeem Saam. Other television series Mbangeni has appeared in include eKasi: Our Stories (2015), The Coconuts, and Dube on 2.
Career[edit]
Jessica Mbangeni was born August 22, 1977, in Nqamakwe, Eastern Cape.[1] Mbangeni attended Eastern Cape Technikon, but dropped out to pursue her career in music.[1]
Shortly after Mbangeni left tertiary, she relocated to Johannesburg to search for job.[1]
In 2002, she joined Soweto Gospel Choir[2] and toured around the globe.[3]
Two years later in 2005, Mbangeni pursued her career as a poet.[2]
Towards the end of the August 2014, Mbangeni announced released date of her live album IGoli which was performed live at Lyric Theatre.[5] The album was released on September 26, 2014.
Her studio album Busiswe Tribute to African Heroines was released in 2015.
Mbangeni was featured on "As'phelelanga" a single by South African singer Vusi Nova released on August 17, 2018.[6]
Television[edit]
From 2004 to 2006, Mbangeni made on screen debut on Dube on 2 comedy television series.[7]
In 2015, she portrayed a role of Nambasa on eKasi: Our Stories drama series.
Other ventures[edit]
Mbangeni established her agency KwaNtu Entertainment and Designs Agency in 2006.[8][9]
Discography[edit]
- Igoli (2014)
- Busiswe Tribute to African Heroines (2015)
Awards[edit]
| Organization | Year | Category | Nominated work | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South African Music Awards | 2017 | Best Praise Poet | Herself | Won | [10] |
| 2018 | Best Traditional Album | iGoli Live at the Lyric Theatre | Won | [11] |
References[edit]
- ^ a b c "Jessica Mbangeni biography". elegant. Retrieved 2022-06-26.
- ^ a b Sibiya, Gugu (2011-07-01). "Mbangeni: mistress of her own destiny". SowetanLIVE. Retrieved 2022-06-26.
- ^ "Jessica Mbangeni". afternoonexpress. Retrieved 2022-06-26.
- ^ "Jessica Mbangeni Biography, Early Life, Background, Education, Early Career & Awards". Retrieved 2022-11-27.
- ^ "Jessica Mbangeni to launch her latest album at Gold Reef City's Lyric Theatre". mediaupdate. 2014-08-27. Retrieved 2022-06-27.
- ^ "'Asphelelanga' honours those who are gone, but not forgotten". South Africa: eNCA. 2018-11-24. Retrieved 2022-06-27.
- ^ "Jessica Mbangeni biography". hdsentertaiment. Retrieved 2022-06-27.
- ^ "Jess urges women to think bigger and bolder". South Africa: News24. 2017-11-16. Retrieved 2022-06-27.
- ^ Che King, Tracey (September 19, 2018). "Woman you need to know: Jessica Mbangeni (Part 1)". Glamour.
- ^ "Here are all the 2017 Sama winners". South Africa: News24. 2017-05-27. Retrieved 2022-06-27.
- ^ "Samas 2018: All the winners". South Africa: News24. 2018-06-02. Retrieved 2022-06-27.
External links[edit]
- Jessica Mbangeni as TVSA