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.
Jessica Mbangeni | |
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| 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 |
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