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Apho Kungenje with Ncesh Nonxishi on The K Jazz Show

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The brand new Ncesh Nonxishi project which she calls “Apho Kungenje” is a conversation which finds itself deeply rooted in the times, Ncesh reflects on the political landscape, the social ills including our need for self satisfaction.
Influenced by the Isixhosa folkloric tradition, we connect with her in the located spaces of Bokani Dyer, Lindi Ngonelo, Gally Ngoveni and Linda Tshabalala and together they curate this brand new conversation.
13 Oct English South Africa Music · Music Interviews

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