Kaya 959 The World Show With Nicky B

Manana On The World Show With Nicky B

Loading player...
This Sunday on The World Show, we’ll feature Manana, a singer, songwriter, and producer born in Eswatini and based in South Africa. Formerly part of Seba Kaapstad, this Grammy-winning artist has composed for international stars like Burna Boy, Tyla, and Usher, while building a successful solo career. In 2024, Manana received the Standard Bank Young Artists award in music, and we will discuss his latest album, ‘OBHM: Full Stop,’ which marks the concluding part of his acclaimed romantic trilogy.
7 Jun English South Africa Arts · Performing Arts

Other recent episodes

Imvemnyama On The World Show With Nicky B

This Sunday on The World Show… we’re joined by Joburg-based singer, songwriter and storyteller Imvemnyama. Sive Mqikela was born in Komani, Eastern Cape, and creates deeply expressive music that combines contemporary jazz, cultural memory, and powerful personal storytelling. Balancing life as an attorney and an artist, his critically acclaimed debut…
5 Jul 59 min

Tsholofelo On The World Show With Nicky B

This Sunday, The World Show features a double-bill, with singer-songwriter and guitarist Tsholofelo as our second guest. Tsholofelo, who was born in Richards Bay and raised in Johannesburg and KwaZulu-Natal, has developed a distinct musical voice that moves seamlessly between indie, folk, and soul, with storytelling at its core. We'll…
21 Jun 55 min

DJ NeoSoul On The World Show With Nicky B

Be treated to a guest mix from DJ NeoSoul, aka Neo Mbele, a highly respected South African music curator, DJ, and educator from Orlando, Soweto. Known for his eclectic sets and deep knowledge of musical heritage, he frequently performs at popular venues and jazz events across Gauteng.
21 Jun 47 min

Muneyi On The World Show With Nicky B

This Sunday on The World Show we’re joined by the deeply expressive singer, songwriter and storyteller Muneyi. Raised in a small Venda village, Muneyi has built a remarkable career crafting deeply personal songs in Tshivenda that speak to universal experiences of love, loss, healing and identity. We’ll trace his journey…
14 Jun 1 hr 04 min

Yonela Mnana On The World Show With Nicky B

This Sunday on The World Show, we'll be joined by Yonela Mnana, a renowned South African pianist, composer, and vocalist with one of the most expressive voices in contemporary African jazz. His music is deeply spiritual and richly textured, with influences from jazz, African choral traditions, gospel, and indigenous musical…
31 May 1 hr 17 min
All episodes