From record-breaking streaming numbers to standout moments on screen and on stage, Ngisakuthanda hitmaker Zee Nxumalo has had a truly memorable year.
Not only did she step fully into her power, but she also cemented herself as a cultural force whose influence stretched across music, film, fashion, television and brand partnerships.
"Zee's rise has never been accidental. What people are seeing now is the result of an unbelievable work ethic, a deep love for craft, and a hunger that never switches off," says Shingai Darangwa, her long-time manager and co-founder of Punchline Projects.