About

Bongeziwe Mabandla is a South African singer-songwriter who performs almost entirely in isiXhosa. His performance is on Friday 20 November 2026 at 19:30, organized by Melkweg.

What to expect

Bongeziwe Mabandla is a South African singer-songwriter who performs almost entirely in isiXhosa.

  • Music connects across language barriers
  • Albums include Mangaliso, iimini and amaXesha
  • Works with Mozambican producer Tiago Correia-Paulo
  • Album Ndingubani explores personal history, hardship and healing
  • Raised with church choirs in rural Eastern Cape
  • Studied drama in Johannesburg
  • Praised by NPR and The Guardian
  • Described as "Xhosa soul"
  • Collaborates with artists across genres
  • Draws sold-out crowds worldwide

Dates

  1. Union Chapel, London
  2. Union Chapel, London
  3. Melkweg, Amsterdam

Line-up

Listen before you go

Bongeziwe Mabandla - Kude (Live Performance)

Bongeziwe Mabandla

Music by the act, found on YouTube and Deezer.

Questions

When does Bongeziwe Mabandla start and end?

Bongeziwe Mabandla runs Thursday, 19 November 2026, 18:30.

Where is Bongeziwe Mabandla?

Bongeziwe Mabandla takes place at Union Chapel, Compton Terrace, London London, London.

How much are tickets for Bongeziwe Mabandla?

Tickets for Bongeziwe Mabandla cost €25.30 on the official ticket shop.

Who plays at Bongeziwe Mabandla?

The line-up of Bongeziwe Mabandla: Bongeziwe Mabandla.

What language does he sing in?

He performs almost entirely in isiXhosa.

Is a membership required?

A ticket may require a membership. The listed membership cost is:

€ 4,50 per month

€ 25 per year, excluded.

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Getting there

Union Chapel, Compton Terrace, London London, N1 2UN London, England, GB

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