South Africa has a rich music history with female icons of all generations, from Miriam Makeba, Brenda Fassie and Busi Mhlongo to LeboMathosa and Zahara. As an independent African music publisher, Sheer Publishing Africa is committed to supporting the new generation of female creatives in the industry.
Afro-soul artist Brenda Mtambo. Image provided
As part of its venture, the proactive music publisher sponsored the Songwriter of the Year award at the 2024 Basadi in Music Awards, which were recently held at the Joburg Theatre in Braamfontein, Johannesburg.
Launched in 2022, the Basadi in Music Awards is an awards ceremony that celebrates and honours women in the South African music industry. This includes female singers, rappers, DJs, composers, producers and various creatives in the music ecosystem. The awards ceremony is voted for by the public and aims to highlight, celebrate and showcase women what they can achieve when given the platform to shine.
Afro-soul artist Brenda Mtambo received the prestigious “Songwriter of the Year” award for her song Bhaluyacima.
The songwriter expressed his gratitude and grace on social media, saying:
Singer-songwriter and Sheer Publishing client LwahNdunkulu won the Most Streamed Song award as well as the coveted Artist of the Year award.
Thando Makhunga, Managing Director of Sheer Publishing Africa, adds: “At Sheer Publishing, we are proud to support and celebrate the achievements of women who are not only shaping the future of African music, but also paving the way for the next generation of artists.”
Sheer celebrates all the phenomenal nominees of the Basadi in Music Awards and continues to recognize female talent and achievements in the music industry.
August may be Women’s Month, but the local publishing house celebrates professional female musicians all year round. Recent signings include rapper and hitmaker Anele Zondo and singer and Blood and water Actress Khosi Ngema.
