Ndivhudzannyi Ralivhona, known by her stage name as Makhadzi, is a South African singer. Born and raised in Ha-Mashamba, Limpopo.
Her career began at the age of 13, and acquired local attention after her single “Tashanda Vhuya” released in 2017. Makhadzi is best known for her songs “Themba muthu” and “Matorokisi”
The “Matarokisi” hitmaker, who is having a great year in which she has collected several prestigious awards.
As a result, Makhadzi has gained superstar status not only in South Africa but across the world.
Taking to Instagram, she showed off her highly deserved 18 platinum plaques as she cosied right in the middle of them.
In disbelief at her amazing work, Makhadzi said, “I had to sleep with all my 18 plaques…still cannot believe this.”
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Makhadzi had to give it to Open Mic for making her dreams a reality.
She was handed all 18 of her achievement awards by radio jock Tbo Touch.
“13 Plaques!” cried Makhadzi. “I am in tears right now. All thanks to my fans for always making sure everything I touch turns to platinum,” she thanked her fans.
“I am happy to announce that AFRICAN QUEEN album reached Gold, in less than a year,” she said.
Makhadzi announced that other artists such as Kokovha reached double platinum. Zwivhuya featuring Joh Deliger went platinum.
Others include Ghanama who she worked with and Prince Benza and Mjolo, featuring Mlindo The Vocalist also went double platinum.
“Open Mic Productions SA you for making my dream to come true,” wrote the dancer and muso.
Taking into consideration where Makhadzi started. She in honour of her achievements she reminisces on the humble origins of her musical career.
She used to sell her CDs at various taxi ranks and train stations around Tembisa. Makhadzi has not only raised the country’s flag high, even for herself, we are proud.
In celebration of this massive achievement, Open Mic threw a party for her at a Johannesburg restaurant called Orthodox VIP Lounge.