Aphelele Mnyango, better known as Ma Nala, is a South African singer, songwriter born in Bhisho, Eastern Cape. Ma Nala comes from a musical family. Her late father, Zolisa "Senzol" Mnyango was one of the first DJs at Radio Ciskei and her older brother is acclaimed South African producer and artist Anatii. Ma Nala began her musical journey by studying music in Los Angeles, California, being mentored by Phillip Ingram.[2]

Ma Nala
Birth nameAphelele Mnyango
Born (1994-10-04) 4 October 1994 (age 30)
Bhisho, Eastern Cape, South Africa[1]
Genres
Occupations
  • singer
  • songwriter
Years active2016–present
LabelsYAL Entertainment
Websitema-nala.com

The artist takes her moniker from her family's Xhosa clan name.[1]

Discography

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Singles

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List of singles, with selected information
Title Single details
Tryna Find Love
  • Released: 14 February 2017
  • Label: YAL Entertainment
  • Formats: Digital download
Soze
  • Released: 3 November 2017
  • Label: YAL Entertainment
  • Formats: Digital download
Forever feat. Gemini Major
  • Released: 26 October 2018
  • Label: YAL Entertainment
  • Formats: Digital download

References

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  1. ^ a b Mojalefa, Kekeletso (23 April 2017). "MA NALA READY FOR THE WORLD!". DailySun.
  2. ^ "Music runs in the blood for Ma Nala". The Sowetan.