SATMA Awards 2023, Check the Winners List

Explore the SATMA Awards 2023 winners and their incredible achievements in traditional music. Mamakie Motlogelwa stands out as the Best Upcoming Artist/Group, demonstrating the encouragement given to new talent and the importance of preserving South Africa's musical heritage.

by Reshwanth A

Updated Dec 18, 2023

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SATMA Awards 2023, Check the Winners List
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SATMA Awards 2023

The SATMA Awards 2023 celebrated traditional music in South Africa. It was held in Durban and brought together musicians, industry professionals, and fans. Mamakie Motlogelwa won the Best Upcoming Artist/Group award, recognizing her talent and contribution. This win showcases support for emerging artists and the importance of preserving South Africa's musical heritage. The SATMA Awards 2023 provided a platform for musicians to gain exposure and recognition, highlighting the cultural significance of traditional music.

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SATMA Awards 2023 Winners

Best Afro Soul Song

Ukukhanya by Eves Manxeba

Best African Jazz Artist/Group

Sandile Masilela

Best Reggae Artist/Group

Phumi Maduna

Best Praise Singer

Lizo Ndobe

Best Indigenous Poet

Msa Lomshiyo

Best Upcoming Artist/Group

Mamakie Motlogelwa

Best Mbhaqang Artist/Group

Impumelelo

Best Traditional Acapella Artist/Group

Bergville Green Lovers

Best Traditional Collaboration

MC Records KZN ft. Mduduzi Ncube & Musiholiq

Best Traditional Music Community Radio Presenter

Silulami Dumza (Nkqubela Fm)

Best Department of Art & Culture

Free State

Best Department of Cultural Affairs Chief Director

Sibongile Nkosi

Best Traditional Outfit

Maggymargs Designs

Best Traditional Social Media Influencer

King Nuba

Best SePedi Artist/Group

Seremi Crew

Best Xitsonga Artist/Group

Mr Post

Best Ndebele Artist/Group

Isumi Lamadoda

Best IsiXhosa Artist/Group

Balungile Shezi

Best SeTswana Artist/Group

Nomtiti 9

Best SiSwati Artist/Group

Msa Lomshiyo

Best TshiVenda Artist/Group

Vhudie

Best Indian Artist/Group

Yoji Cee

Best Sesotho Artist /Group

Choko

Best Boeremusiek Artist/Group

Donovan de Buys

Best Maskandi (T&D) Artist/Group

Inkos’yamagcokama

Most Voted Song of the Year

Umbayimbayi by Inkabi Zezwe

Best Traditional Music SABC Radio Presenter of Year

Mawaza Kabini (Kwekwezi FM)

SATMA Awards Categories

  • Best Male Artist/Group
  • Best Female Artist/Group
  • Best Afro Soul Song
  • Best African Jazz Song
  • Best Reggae Album
  • Best Traditional Praise Singer
  • Best Indigenous Poet
  • Best Upcoming Artist/Group
  • Best Traditional Accapella Music Song
  • Best Traditional Music Community Radio Presenter
  • Best Department of Art & Culture
  • Best Department Cultural Affairs Chief Director
  • Best Traditional Producer
  • Best Traditional House Music Song
  • Best SePedi Artist/Group
  • Best TshiVenda Artist/Group
  • Best Xitsonga Artist/Group
  • Best Ndebele Artist/Group
  • Best IsiXhosa Artist/Group
  • Best SeTswana Artist/Group
  • Best Siswati Artist/Group
  • Best Indian Artist/Group
  • Best Sesotho Artist/Group
  • Best Boeremusiek Artist/Group
  • Best Maskandi Artist/Group(Traditional/Digital)
  • Best Traditional Collaboration Song
  • Best Traditional Music Artist/Group of the year

SATMA Awards 2023 Venue

The specific venue for the SATMA Awards 2023. However, it is important to highlight that the SATMA Awards have been hosted at different venues in previous years. In the previous year, specifically in 2022, the SATMA Awards were held at the Durban International Convention Centre (ICC) in Durban, South Africa. While it is possible that the SATMA Awards 2023 may have chosen a different venue for their event

SATMA Awards Overview

Gener

South African Traditional Music Awards

Sponsored By

SABC

Date

2006

Country

South Africa

Related

South African Music Awards

SATMA Awards 2023 Nominees

Best Afro Soul Song

  • Tshinakaho
  • Olefied Uzuyophela
  • Misskay Chardnah
  • Sbu Mbangeni Vatswari
  • NATHI USIBA LWE GAZI
  • EVES MANXEBA

Best African Jazz Artist & Group

  • DrumPIPO
  • Sandile Masilela
  • Katalia Re Thopilwe
  • Vusi Mkhize

Best Reggae Artist & Group

  • Phumi Maduna
  • Blakka Yut
  • Enock Jah Love
  • RASTAMAN NKHUSHU
  • Chomza

Best Praise Singer

  • Lizo Ndobe
  • Ndebele Alpha
  • MULALO THE POET
  • Inqanawe Yangempela
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Best Indigenous Poet

  • Mnguni Prudence
  • Kwazi Nsele
  • SphaDaPoet Egcotjiwe
  • Mosebjadi Monama

Best Upcoming Artist & Group

  • Sandile Masilela
  • Mamakie Motlogelwa
  • Xileyi na Makulis
  • Thalaboliba ea Motete
  • Flame Spitter
  • Usgwili
  • Dlulabedlala
  • Blessa
  • Mjabulisi
  • AMAHLE
  • DaMabusa

BEST MBHAQANG Artist & Group

  • Ngomane Brothers
  • Impumelelo
  • Ozakwabo
  • Mgonothi
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Best Traditional Acapella Artist/Group

  • Bergville Green Lovers
  • Royal Messengers
  • Stellenbosch United Brothers

Best Traditional Music Community Radio Presenter

  • DJ MA-OSH
  • DJ Gabi Gabi
  • DJ MASINDI
  • Patricia Leputu
  • Gwajo Zungu
  • Sutata
  • Mr Mshosho Sibiya
  • Silulami Dumza Dumezweni
  • Sithembiso Mthethwa
  • Phumzile Mlangeni
  • Ngilozi Myeni Mdolomba
  • Sgwil'esbhazayo Sibiya

Best Department of Art & Culture

  • Free State
  • Northern Cape
  • Eastern Cape
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Best Department of Cultural Affairs Chief Director

  • Sibongile Nkosi(Acting)
  • Shane Maja (Acting)
  • Mrs Veronica

BEST TRADITIONAL OUTFIT

  • David Maimela
  • Margaret Babedi
  • Aphelele Chonco

BEST TRADITIONAL SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCER

  • Londiwe Sishi (ibhinca_elimhlophe)
  • Philile Lethokuhle
  • King Nuba
  • Nelisiwe Faith Sibiya
  • Tinyiko 'Miss Hilary' Khoza
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BEST TRADITIONAL OUTFIT

  • Inkabi Zezwe
  • Ithwasa Lenkansela FT INDONI
  • Zuko SA ft Vusi Nova
  • Katalia ft Tau Sebata
  • MC RECORDS KZN Ft Mduduzi Ncube & Musiholiq

Best SePedi Artist Group

  • SEREMI CREW
  • Candy TsaMandebele
  • Lehumo

Best Venda Artist Group

  • Vhudie Tshinakaho
  • Blessa Ndi
  • Vha Venda Cultural Group
  • Elelwani Julia Nemakhavhani
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Best Xitsonga Artist Group

  • Mr post
  • Prince Rhangani
  • Misskay Chardnah
  • DR. JOE SHIRIMANI

Best Ndebele Artist Group

  • UNDZUNDZA NEENKHALI ZEBHOSA
  • Mas'lela
  • NGEZAKA DLAW'MBANA
  • Isumi Lamadoda

Best IsiXhosa Artist Group

  • Zuko SA ft Vusi Nova
  • Balungile Shezi
  • Sbu Mbangeni
  • NATHI
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Best SeTswana Artist Group

  • Mamakie Motlogelwa
  • Nomtiti 9
  • Thebe Arts Group
  • Boitumelo
  • MmaAusi

Best SiSwati Artist Group

  • Msa Lomshiyo
  • King Sisonke
  • Lodanda Nemalangeni

Best Indian Artist Group

  • Omesh Mohanpursad
  • Yoji Cee
  • Imran Aslam
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Best Sesotho Artist /Group

  • Choko
  • Thota Kapa Mabakao
  • Morusu
  • Mantsali Julia Hantsi
  • KHOLOKOE

Best Boeremusiek Artist/Group

  • Donovan de Buys
  • VoetStamp
  • Hennie de Bruyn & Dei Kibakerels

Best Maskandi (T&D) ArtistGroup

  • Inkos'yamagcokama
  • iNdonis
  • Imfez‚emnyama
  • Ithwasa Lenkansela ft Indoni
  • Saliwa
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MOST VOTED SONG OF THE YEAR

  • Inkabi Zezwe
  • Blessa
  • Menzi
  • NATHI
  • DR. JOE SHIRIMANI
  • MmaAusi
  • Yoji Cee
  • Donovan de Buys

BEST TRADITIONAL MUSIC SABC RADIO PRESENTER OF YEAR

  • Willem Viljoen
  • Bheka Mchunu & Bingelela Mpanza
  • Zakia Ahmed Siddiqi
  • Junior Letsoalo
  • Mafosi Chauke & Quinton Baloyi
  • Phalaphala FM
  • Mr Riano Nduve/Joe Mpungo
  • Gudl’abatshakazi (Gudla)
  • Tebogo “TJH” Hotane
  • Ntsoaki Motloung & Dikeledi Mageseni
  • Mawaza Kabini
  • Shakes Nkuna


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SATMA Awards 2023 - FAQs

1. What is the SATMA Awards 2023?

The SATMA Awards 2023 is an event that celebrates traditional music in South Africa, bringing together musicians, industry professionals, and fans.

2. Where was the SATMA Awards 2023 held?

The SATMA Awards 2023 took place in Durban, South Africa.

3. Who won the Best Upcoming Artist/Group award at the SATMA Awards 2023?

Mamakie Motlogelwa was honored with the Best Upcoming Artist/Group award at the SATMA Awards 2023, recognizing her talent and contribution.

4. What does Mamakie Motlogelwa's win signify?

Mamakie Motlogelwa's win showcases support for emerging artists and emphasizes the importance of preserving South Africa's musical heritage.

5. What is the significance of the SATMA Awards 2023?

The SATMA Awards 2023 provided a platform for musicians to gain exposure, recognition, and highlight the cultural significance of traditional music in South Africa.

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