MBABANE-Local gospel sensation Shekinah Motsa is set to take the stage tonight at the Icebolethu Crown Gospel Music Awards.
This marks a major milestone in both her career and Eswatini’s growing footprint on the regional Gospel scene. The awards are scheduled to take place at Durban ICC.
In addition to her live performance, Shekinah is vying for top honors at this year’s ceremony. She has been nominated in the coveted Best of Africa Female category alongside fellow Eswatini powerhouses Nothando Dlamini and Nothando Hlophe a clean sweep of regional attention that proves the dominance of Eswatini’s female Gospel vocalists.
Adding to the kingdom’s strong showing at the awards, acclaimed local artist Sphiwo Ndoni has also earned a nod in the Best of Africa Male category, rounding out a formidable Eswatini contingent competing on the continental stage.
Speaking ahead of tonight’s ceremony, an elated Shekinah described the moment as the realization of a lifelong ambition.
“It has always been my childhood dream to stand on this stage. For the first time ever, I will be at the Crown Gospel Awards not only performing, but also as a nominee in the Best of Africa Female category. I am humbled and very excited”, she said.
The Crown Gospel Music Awards are South Africa’s premier platform celebrating excellence and recognizing top-tier talent in the Gospel music industry. Founded by the late visionary Zanele Mbokazi , the awards carry forward her remarkable legacy by honoring both established and emerging gospel artists from across South Africa and the rest of the African continent.
Tonight’s showcase and nominations represent a significant moment of pride for the local music industry, as Eswatini’s finest Gospel talents command the spotlight at one of Southern Africa’s most esteemed faith-based music events.
